| coal |
a hard black or dark brown substance that is found in the earth. People burn coal for heat and energy. |
| dusk |
the time of day just before night; last moments of twilight. |
| eager |
wanting very much. |
| escape |
to get free from something; to get away. |
| frown |
to wrinkle your forehead when you are angry or not happy. |
| gate |
a part of a fence or wall that swings to open and close. |
| ill |
not healthy; sick. |
| interview |
a meeting between a person who has applied for a job and the person who is offering the job. The person who wants the job must answer questions about his or her experience and qualifications. |
| lone |
without others; alone. |
| nap1 |
to sleep for a short time during daylight hours. |
| overnight |
lasting or staying one night. |
| press |
to put pressure on something, often with one's hands. |
| sport |
an activity in which people compete against each other. Sports have rules and require certain physical skills. |
| sprout |
to start to grow. |
| tea |
a drink that is made by putting dried leaves of certain plants in hot water. The leaves usually come from a special plant that grows in Asia. |