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"Paul Revere's Ride"
vocabulary: "The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere" by Longfellow
Term | Definition |
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belfry | the top of a church tower where the bell hangs |
muffled | muted; sound that is stifled or made quiet |
muster | group of men gathered for battle |
barrack | building or house where soldiers stay |
grenadiers | trained foot soldiers |
somber | serious |
sentinel | a watchman, lookout, or guard |
impetuous | bold, without concern for consequences |
spectral | ghostly |
alder | a type of tree |
weathercock | a metal piece on the top of a barn, usually shaped like a rooster, or cock, that rotates with the wind |
musket ball | a lead ball shot from a musket (gun) |
defiance | rebellion, openly opposed to |