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The House of Dies Drear

The House of Dies Drear, by Virginia Hamilton, is about a young boy who learns about the Underground Railroad when he explores his new house.


AB
verandaan open porch
forlornunhappy or wretched
discouragedhaving less hope or confidence
franticallynervously; fearfully
gapinghaving a large opening
brackishsomewhat salty