Maniac Magee

Section II

Section 1 Quiz on Friday!

Hemisphere

(noun) one of the halves of the earth as divided by the equator or by a meridian

allergy

(noun) exaggerated or abnormal reaction (as by sneezing, itching, or rashes) to substances, situations, or physical states that do not have such a strong effect on most people

shinnied

(verb) to climb up or down something vertical by grasping it with the arms and legs and moving oneself by repeated jerks

vowed

(verb) to make a vow or as a vow-a solemn promise or statement

unbeknownst

(adjective) happening without one's knowledge

- unknown

propel

(verb) to push or drive usually forward or onward

hydrant

(noun) a pipe with a valve and spout at which water may be drawn from the main pipes

ranting

(verb) to talk loudly and wildly

gawked

(verb) to stare stupidly

eons

(noun) a very long period of time

contortions

(noun) a twisting or being twisted out of shape

daintily

(adv) state of being delicate

antsy

(adj) Restless or impatient

coiled

(verb) to wind into or lie in loops, rings, or a spiral