On the Banks of Plum Creek

Vocabulary activity for Chapter 11-12 of On the Banks of Plum Creek by Laura Ingalls Wilder!

Please answer the questions to the best of your abilities by matching the vocabulary words on the right to their definitions on the left. When you have answered all of the questions, click the "Check Answer" button. A box will pop-up with your score. Do not close until your score is printed or reviewed by your teacher.

the dried leaves and flowering tops of a mint plant, often used to make candy
a jerky motion back and forth
to deny or disagree with what is being said
a term used to express irritation, disapproval, contempt, or disbelief
a small lump of dough that is boiled or steamed
very dry especially because of hot weather and no rain
showing a very serious attitude or quality
listening or watching something carefully
the framework of a bed
to move or pass very quickly
the body of a vehicle with four wheels
questionable; suspicious
break up and smooth out soil
with speed; quickly