Island of the Blue Dolphins,Chapter 8 Word Wizard

Mesa--flat elevated area: a relatively flat elevated area with steep sides that is less extensive than a plateau.

scurrying--to move quickly, with small short steps.

slunk--to walk away from somewhere quietly so that you are not noticed.

gorged--to eat until you are unable to eat any more.

nettles--to make someone annoyed or slightly angry.

Stride--a long step when walking or running.

solemnly--serious and without any amusement.

trotted--a way in which a four-legged animal moves which is faster than walking, in which a front leg and the back leg on the opposite side move together.