chalk |
a type of soft, white stone. Chalk is made into long thin shapes used for writing or drawing. |
event |
something that happens, especially an important thing that happens. |
great |
very large in size or number. |
gun |
a weapon with a tube made of metal from which bullets are fired. |
herd |
the common people; most people. The expression "He (or she) follows the herd" means that a person tends to do what everybody else does, like a cow in a herd, and does not think for himself or herself. |
jewelry |
things made of special stones and metal worn on the body for decoration. Rings, necklaces, and bracelets are some kinds of jewelry. |
nowhere |
not anywhere; in no place. |
painter |
one who paints pictures. |
poem |
a piece of writing different from ordinary writing in its special form, rhythm, and beautiful or interesting language. Poems are often short and express feelings. They sometimes use words that rhyme. |
slot |
a long, narrow opening into which something may be put. |
squeeze |
to press firmly together. |
stool |
a seat on tall legs and without arms or a back. |
sudden |
happening without notice or warning; not expected. |
ticket |
a small piece of paper that shows that you have paid for something. |
whose |
of or belonging to which person or persons. |