Reading Section Vocab

clung

Cling: Hold onto smth tightly/Stick closely to smth

bodice

the upper part of a dress, covering the chest and torso but not the sleeves

log cabin

small house made of logs, usually found in forests or rural areas.

dwelt with someone

lived with someone or resided with someone in the past. This phrase implies a shared living arrangement or cohabitation. (Dwell)

outside the enclosure

refers to the area beyond a boundary or barrier. outside a fenced or closed-off area

a small clearing

an open space in a forest or wooded area where there are no trees

abruptly

in a sudden or unexpected manner, often causing surprise or shock.

within her recollection

something that is within the scope of her memory or something she remembers from her past experiences

astonishment

a great surprise or amazement. It refers to the feeling of being shocked or overwhelmed by something unexpected or incredible

dismounted

to get off a horse or bicycle or vehicle

gnarled

something that is twisted, knotted, or rough, often due to age or weathering

Mule

a type of animal

Plow

a farming tool used to break up the soil

mincingly

doing something in a delicate, careful, or affected way, often with small, precise steps or movements

twirled

to spin or rotate something quickly and smoothly, often in a circular motion

parasol

a type of small umbrella designed to provide shade from the sun

patois

a dialect or form of language spoken in a particular region or by a specific group

scampering

to move quickly and playfully, often with light, rapid steps

tend

To care for or look after