| bridge |
a structure that goes over something such as a river or road so that people can travel from one side to the other. |
| chop |
to cut with a sharp tool such as an ax. |
| dock1 |
a raised, flat surface that is built out into the water. |
| each |
every one of two or more things. |
| flicker1 |
to burn or shine in an unsteady way. |
| gift |
something a person gives without wanting anything in return; a present. |
| glance |
a quick look. |
| handkerchief |
a small piece of thin cloth that you use to clean your nose. |
| meet |
to see and begin to know someone; be introduced to. |
| properly |
in the appropriate way. |
| reader |
a person who looks at and understands words on a page or screen. |
| ruin |
complete destruction. |
| surprise |
to suddenly do something (to someone) that is not at all expected. |
| swim |
to move through water by moving parts of the body. |
| village |
a small town or community, often in the country. |