1. “Fish Cheeks” by Amy Tan
VOCABULARY

2. Directions:
Write the definition of each word on the lines provided to the right of each vocabulary word.

3. shabby
adjective
Ragged or
showing wear
and tear

4. appalling
Adjective
Shocking or
horrifying

5. clamor
Noun
Loud noise
or shouting

6. despair
Noun
Hopeless
-ness

7. murmur
Verb
To mumble
or grumble

8. grimace
Verb
To make a face
of disgust
or disapproval

9. astonished
Adjective
Surprised
or amazed

10. Vocab Assignment: Write a super short story titled
“The Adventures of Peanut Butter & Fluff”
Use all 7 vocabulary words in the story.
(approximately 10 sentences total)
DUE: ___________________________