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McParland 3rd Grade
Tall Tales - Pecos Bill
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| sagebrush | A small plant that has leaves with a strong smell and that grows in dry areas of the western U.S. |
| campfire | A fire that is built outdoors at a camp or picnic area |
| lariat | A long light rope used with a running noose to catch livestock |
| tumbleweed | A plant that breaks away from its roots and is blown across the ground by the wind |
| desolate | Devoid of inhabitants and visitors: deserted |
| cyclone | An extremely large, powerful, and destructive storm with very high winds |
| tarantula | A large, hairy spider that lives in warm regions |
| fortune | A very large amount of money |
| quest | A journey made in search of something |
| catastrophe | A terrible disaster |