Froggy Jumps JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH. CHAPTER ONE. VOCABULARYOnline version INTRODUCING UNKNOWN VOCABULARY by Marina Hurtado Alvarado 1 What is the meaning of "Queer"? a Strange, unusual, or different from what is expected. b A witch or an unpleasant, ugly old man. c A balloon. 2 What's the meaning of "Ramshackle"? a A witch or an unpleasant, ugly old woman. b Eyeglasses or a remarkable or striking sight. c In a state of severe disrepair or disorder. 3 What is the meaning of "Nuisance"? a A very important question. b A night dress. c Something or someone causing annoyance or inconvenience. 4 What is the meaning of "Mischief"? a Behaviour that is playful, mischievous, or causing minor trouble b Good behaviour. c Good manners. 5 What is the meaning of "Desolate"? a Empty, bleak, and often uninhabited. b Full, over-crowded. c Sad and happy at the same time. 6 What is the meaning of "Peculiar"? a Unusual or strange in a way that catches one's attention. b Following the rules. c related to peaches. 7 What is the meaning of "spectacles? a Different types of pasta dishes. b Different types of shows. c Eyeglasses or a remarkable or striking sight. 8 What is the meaning of "Hag"? a A beautiful creature from heaven. b A type of peach. c A witch or an unpleasant, ugly old woman.