| barrel |
a large round container with a flat top and bottom that is used to keep liquids. Barrels are often made of wood. |
| cannon |
a large gun that is set on wheels or some other base. Cannons fire heavy shells. |
| clue |
something that helps to solve a problem or mystery. |
| grass |
a short green plant with narrow pointed leaves that usually covers fields and yards. |
| hero |
a person who has courage and who is a model for others. |
| independence |
freedom from outside control. |
| leak |
an opening or crack in a thing that lets something go through it. |
| owe |
to have to pay; be in debt to someone. |
| pierce |
to pass or go through with or as if with something sharp; penetrate. |
| runner |
a person who is moving along quickly on his or her feet, or a person who races on foot. |
| sew |
to make or repair with a needle and thread. |
| sick |
having an illness; not well. |
| terrific |
very good; fantastic. |
| voice |
the sound that comes from your mouth when you speak or sing. |
| widow |
a woman whose husband has died. |