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Magic Tree House #24
Earthquake in the Early Morning - Flashcard Set
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| coast | the shore of a sea or ocean |
| tourist | someone who travels for pleasure |
| cobblestone | a stone formerly used in paving streets |
| earthquake | vibrations caused by a shift in Earth's plates |
| billow | a great swell or surge (of smoke) |
| rubble | broken stone or bricks; ruins |
| gaze | a long look at something |
| harbor | a sheltered place along a shoreline where ships can anchor safely |
| ferry | a boat that carries people and goods |
| firestorm | a raging fire of great intensity |
| ancient | very old; of a long time ago |
| alley | a narrow street behind or between buildings |
| stunned | shocked, surprised |
| hearth | the floor of a fireplace |
| clutch | to grasp and hold tightly |
| crept | moved slowly with the body close to the ground |
| impatient | not able or willing to wait calmly |
| scarce | not enough to meet a demand |
| haze | fine dust, smoke or water vapor that floats in the air |