American Born Chinese Chapters 2-3 Vocabulary

3. An ancient calculating tool made of beads or stones on rods, used for counting and doing math.
6. The main subject or theme that is being discussed or written about.
8. To give up or lose something as a penalty or punishment.
9. A force that pulls objects toward each other; also means something that draws interest or attention.
10. Bags, suitcases, and containers used to carry belongings when traveling.
11. Something that is very impressive, grand, or heroic in scale; can also mean a long story about heroic adventures.
13. A person who studies plants and uses them for medicine, cooking, or other purposes
14. The science that studies what substances are made of and how they react with each other.
15. A person who designs, builds, or maintains machines, structures, or systems using math and science.

1. To argue or negotiate over the price of something, usually trying to get a lower cost.
2. The part of a plant that grows underground and absorbs water; also means the source or origin of something.
4. A front tooth that sticks out noticeably from the mouth.
5. Containing substances that help the body grow and stay healthy.
7. A simple story used to teach a moral or spiritual lesson
8. A push or pull that can change how an object moves; also means strength or power.
12. The amount of a substance mixed into a solution; also means focusing your attention carefully.