276 Unit 6© 2013 Core Knowledge Foundation
O
open fire—to shoot a weapon in order to start a fight or battle (opened fire)
oppose—to be against something (opposed)
orphan—a child whose parents are no longer alive
P
panic—to suddenly become very scared (panicked)
patriotic—having or showing support and love for your country
peace—a state of no war or fighting
perilous—dangerous
pile up—to collect (piled up)
pitch in—to help with (pitched in)
plank—a long, thich board (planks)
port—a place on the water near land, where ships load and unload cargo
proof—something showing that something else is true or correct
Q
Quaker—a person who belonged to the Quaker faith, also known as the
“Religious Society of Friends.” During colonial times, Quakers did not wear fancy,
colorful clothing. They also did not think it proper to dance or attend parties.