Go As a River _ Chapter 14

Book Discussion Class (Teacher: Marie Claire) : https://englishbookclub.tistory.com/5

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AL 오픽 패턴 : 비교 & 이슈 : 키위오픽

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Here is a list of advanced vocabulary from Chapter 14 of / Go As a River

mirage / aspen / sage / juniper / clump / ponderosa / wondrous / flannel / writhed / woven tapestry / cinders / clambered / sagebrush / boulders /furrorws / bewildered / sagebrush / boulders / exploding / furrows / retreat / elation / oblivious / tumble / flailing / solemnly / latch on / screeching jays / yanking / imprint / for a spell / tattered / flagged down / emaciated / guinea / skittish / yelped / clucked / parched lips / hibernation / mounded 

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Mirage (/muh-RAHZH/) – 신기루
Meaning: An optical illusion, often in the desert, where something appears real but isn’t.
Have you ever mistaken something for a mirage?
Why do mirages happen on hot roads?
Would you rather chase a mirage or stay put in the heat?

 

Aspen (/AS-puhn/) – 사시나무
Meaning: A type of tree with white bark and fluttering leaves.
Have you ever walked through an aspen grove?
Why do aspen leaves tremble in the wind?
Would you rather rest under an aspen or an oak tree?

 

Sage (/SAYJ/) – 세이지, 현자
Meaning: A plant with a strong scent, or a wise person.
Have you ever smelled fresh sage?
Why do people call someone a “wise sage”?
Would you rather seek advice from a sage or figure things out yourself?

 

Juniper (/JOO-nuh-per/) – 노간주나무
Meaning: A small evergreen tree with sharp needles and blue berries.
Have you ever seen a juniper tree in the wild?
Why do some animals rely on juniper berries for food?
Would you rather hike through juniper forests or open plains?

 

Clump (/KLUMP/) – 덩어리, 무더기
Meaning: A small group of things close together.
Have you ever stepped into a clump of mud?
Why do some plants grow in clumps instead of spreading out?
Would you rather sit alone or in a clump of friends?

 

Ponderosa (/pon-duh-ROH-suh/) – 폰데로사 소나무
Meaning: A tall pine tree with thick bark, common in the western U.S.
Have you ever smelled the sweet scent of a ponderosa pine?
Why do ponderosa trees grow better in dry climates?
Would you rather camp under a ponderosa or a fir tree?

 

Wondrous (/WUHN-drus/) – 경이로운
Meaning: Full of wonder, amazing, or awe-inspiring.
Have you ever seen something truly wondrous in nature?
Why do people find space exploration so wondrous?
Would you rather discover something wondrous or mysterious?

 

Flannel (/FLAN-l/) – 플란넬 천
Meaning: A soft, warm fabric often used for shirts and blankets.
Have you ever worn a flannel shirt in the winter?
Why do people love the feel of flannel in cold weather?
Would you rather wear flannel or fleece?

 

Writhed (/RYTHD/) – 몸부림쳤다
Meaning: Twisted or squirmed, often in pain or struggle.
Have you ever seen an animal writhe to escape something?
Why do people writhe when they have a bad dream?
Would you rather be still or writhe in discomfort?

 

Woven tapestry (/WOH-vuhn TAP-uh-stree/) – 직조 태피스트리
Meaning: A decorative fabric with detailed patterns, often telling a story.
Have you ever seen a woven tapestry in a museum?
Why do people use woven tapestries to decorate walls?
Would you rather create a woven tapestry or a painting?

 

Cinders (/SIN-derz/) – 잉걸불, 재
Meaning: Small, burned pieces of wood or coal.
Have you ever walked on warm cinders after a fire?
Why do cinders glow even after a fire seems out?
Would you rather roast marshmallows over cinders or a full fire?

 

Clambered (/KLAM-berd/) – 기어올랐다
Meaning: Climbed awkwardly using hands and feet.
Have you ever clambered up a rocky hill?
Why do some animals clamber instead of walking smoothly?
Would you rather clamber up a steep mountain or hike an easy path?

 

Sagebrush (/SAYJ-bruhsh/) – 산쑥
Meaning: A hardy shrub found in dry, western regions.
Have you ever walked through a field of sagebrush?
Why do some animals depend on sagebrush for shelter?
Would you rather smell sagebrush or lavender?

 

Boulders (/BOHL-derz/) – 큰 바위
Meaning: Large, heavy rocks often found in nature.
Have you ever climbed over massive boulders?
Why do rivers sometimes carry boulders downstream?
Would you rather rest on a boulder or a grassy field?

 

Furrows (/FUR-ohz/) – 골, 이랑
Meaning: Long, narrow trenches made in the ground, often for planting.
Have you ever walked through furrows in a farm field?
Why do farmers plow furrows before planting crops?
Would you rather run your fingers through furrows or smooth sand?

 

Retreat (/ri-TREET/) – 후퇴, 피난처
Meaning: To move away from danger or a safe, peaceful place.
Have you ever needed to retreat to a quiet place?
Why do armies sometimes retreat instead of fighting?
Would you rather retreat to the mountains or the beach?

 

Elation (/ih-LAY-shuhn/) – 크게 기뻐함
Meaning: A feeling of great happiness and excitement.
Have you ever felt elation after achieving something big?
Why do people experience elation after winning a competition?
Would you rather feel constant elation or deep contentment?

 

Oblivious (/uh-BLIV-ee-us/) – 알아채지 못하는
Meaning: Unaware or not noticing something happening around.
Have you ever been so focused that you were oblivious to your surroundings?
Why do some people seem oblivious to small details?
Would you rather be oblivious to bad news or always aware of everything?

 

Tumble (/TUHM-buhl/) – 굴러 떨어지다
Meaning: To fall or roll in a sudden, uncontrolled way.
Have you ever tumbled down a hill while playing?
Why do gymnasts practice how to tumble safely?
Would you rather tumble into a pile of leaves or into soft snow?

 

Flailing (/FLAY-ling/) – 마구 흔들다
Meaning: Moving arms and legs wildly, often when struggling.
Have you ever flailed your arms trying to keep balance?
Why do people flail in deep water if they can’t swim?
Would you rather flail your arms in excitement or stay calm?

 

Solemnly (/SOL-uhm-lee/) – 엄숙하게
Meaning: In a serious, respectful manner.
Have you ever listened to someone speak solemnly?
Why do people stand solemnly during a national anthem?
Would you rather speak solemnly or casually?

 

Latch on (/LACH on/) – 붙잡다, 이해하다
Meaning: To grab tightly or to understand an idea.
Have you ever seen a baby latch on to something for comfort?
Why do some ideas take time for people to latch on to?
Would you rather latch on to a great opportunity or wait for a better one?

 

Screeching jays (/SKREE-ching JAYZ/) – 날카롭게 우는 어치 새
Meaning: Loud, sharp calls from jaybirds.
Have you ever heard screeching jays in the early morning?
Why do jays screech so loudly to warn others?
Would you rather wake up to screeching jays or complete silence?

 

Yanking (/YANG-king/) – 확 잡아당기다
Meaning: Pulling something quickly and forcefully.
Have you ever yanked a door open in frustration?
Why do dogs sometimes yank on their leashes?
Would you rather yank open a stuck drawer or ask for help?

 

Imprint (/IM-print/) – 흔적, 각인
Meaning: A lasting mark or strong impression.
Have you ever left an imprint in wet sand?
Why do some experiences imprint deeply in our memory?
Would you rather leave an imprint in history or live unnoticed?

 

For a spell (/for uh SPEL/) – 잠깐 동안
Meaning: For a short period of time.
Have you ever been lost in thought for a spell?
Why do people say, "Let’s rest for a spell" instead of giving a time?
Would you rather work hard for a spell or take things slowly?

 

Tattered (/TAT-erd/) – 너덜너덜한
Meaning: Worn out, torn, or in bad condition.
Have you ever seen a tattered book that’s been well-loved?
Why do some people keep tattered clothes instead of throwing them away?
Would you rather wear tattered jeans or a brand-new outfit?

 

Flagged down (/FLAGD down/) – 멈추게 하다
Meaning: To signal for someone to stop.
Have you ever flagged down a taxi in the rain?
Why do people flag down cars in emergencies?
Would you rather flag down a ride or walk the extra distance?

 

Emaciated (/ih-MAY-shee-ay-tid/) – 야윈, 쇠약한
Meaning: Extremely thin and weak due to lack of food.
Have you ever seen an emaciated animal in need of care?
Why do some people become emaciated during illness?
Would you rather help an emaciated stray or donate food to a shelter?

 

Guinea (/GIN-ee/) – 기니피그, 작은 나라 기니
Meaning: A small rodent often used in experiments, or a West African country.
Have you ever had a guinea pig as a pet?
Why do some scientists use guinea pigs for research?
Would you rather hold a guinea pig or watch it run around?

 

Skittish (/SKIT-ish/) – 겁이 많은, 잘 놀라는
Meaning: Easily frightened or nervous.
Have you ever tried to calm a skittish horse or pet?
Why do some animals stay skittish even after being trained?
Would you rather be calm in danger or naturally skittish?

 

Yelped (/YELPT/) – 깜짝 놀라 짖다, 비명을 지르다
Meaning: Made a short, sharp cry, often in pain or surprise.
Have you ever yelped after stepping on something sharp?
Why do dogs yelp when they’re scared or hurt?
Would you rather hear a dog yelp or a loud thunderclap?

 

Clucked (/KLUHKT/) – 꼬꼬댁 울다, 혀를 차다
Meaning: The sound a chicken makes or a way of showing disapproval.
Have you ever heard a mother hen cluck to her chicks?
Why do people cluck their tongues when they disapprove of something?
Would you rather hear a hen cluck or a rooster crow in the morning?

 

Parched lips (/PARCHT LIPS/) – 바싹 마른 입술
Meaning: Lips that are dry and cracked from heat or dehydration.
Have you ever had parched lips after a long hike?
Why do people lick their parched lips even though it doesn’t help?
Would you rather drink ice-cold water or apply lip balm for parched lips?

 

Hibernation (/hy-ber-NAY-shun/) – 겨울잠, 동면
Meaning: A state of deep sleep some animals enter during cold months.
Have you ever seen an animal preparing for hibernation?
Why do bears store up fat before hibernation?
Would you rather sleep for a whole winter or stay awake through the cold?

 

Mounded (/MOWN-did/) – 둥글게 쌓아올린
Meaning: Piled up into a small hill or rounded shape.
Have you ever seen leaves mounded up in a park?
Why do ants create mounded nests in the ground?
Would you rather sit on a mounded cushion or a flat one?

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A story using the words above

 

In the mirage of the desert, Aspen stood beside a clump of sagebrush, her parched lips trembling. The ponderosa pines whispered as screeching jays broke the silence. She clambered over boulders, her tattered clothes catching on the woven tapestry of thorns. The exploding sun cast long furrowsof shadow, and she flagged down a skittish guinea bird, its yelped cries echoing her bewilderedstate.

Her emaciated frame writhed as she tumbled into a mounded nest of cinders, flailing in the retreatof the day. Solemnly, she latched on to a ponderosa branch, her imprint left in the bark. For a spell, she lay there, oblivious to the furrorws of the wind, feeling a strange elation as the flannel sky darkened. The sage scent of the brush mingled with the hibernation of the land, and she yankedherself up, clucked softly, and wandered into the wondrous night.

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