Transcript The Secret Life of Bees Definition

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Chapter 2 Vocabulary
(Pages. 34-56)
SPRIG
Definition:
A small stem
bearing leaves or
flowers, taken
from a bush or
plant.
Graphic:
Sentence:
1 sprig rosemary, 2
cloves garlic.
LATTICE WORK
Definition:
Interlacing strips
of wood, metal, or
other material
forming a lattice.
Graphic:
Sentence:
From the basic
estimate it is east
to account for
decorative
upgrades such as
metal posts,
lattice work or
other decorative
items.
BLASPHEME
Definition:
Speak irreverently
about God or
sacred things
Graphic:
Sentence:
Even at the
faintest hint of
blaspheme, God
ordered his chosen
people to stone
any would-be
violator.
KUDZU
Definition:
A quick-growing
eastern Asian
climbing plant with
reddish-purple
flowers, used as a
fodder crop and
for erosion control.
Graphic:
Sentence:
Bamboo grows
nearly as fast as
kudzu and is tough
as nails.
PONDER
Definition:
Think about
(something)
carefully,
especially before
making a decision
or reaching a
conclusion.
Graphic:
Sentence:
One can ponder
the whys and how's
of a close friend or
family member.
BESEECHING
Definition:
Ask (someone)
urgently and
fervently to do
something;
implore; entreat
Graphic:
Sentence:
Scarcely a day
goes by that
supplicants don’t
write or call
beseeching her
for money.
ACCOMMODATE
Definition:
(of physical space,
especially a
building) provide
lodging or
sufficient space for
Graphic:
Sentence:
Because of their
width, they can
accommodate a
full-size mattress.
RACIST
Definition:
Having or showing
the belief that a
particular race is
superior to
another.
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Sentence:
After all, very few
people want to
appear racist or
ignorant.