Chapter 38 of Five Hundred Dollars is here in full — 61 sentences across 13 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
A keeper or guardian of historical records and memories.
Chapter XXXVIII
Chapter 38 of Five Hundred Dollars is here in full — 61 sentences across 13 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
MR. BARTON DEFIES THE SQUIRE. Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference. "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily. "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
Chapter 38 of Five Hundred Dollars is here in full — 61 sentences across 13 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
Reading 1/12 · 5 reading units · Lines 1–5
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prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861)
From this reading “"What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.”
third-person singular of “defy” — resist or confront with resistance
From this reading “BARTON DEFIES THE SQUIRE.”
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading “"You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.”
having an eye or eyes or eyelike feature especially as specified; often used in combination
From this reading “Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.”
unbiased impartial unconcern
From this reading “Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.”
English poet and playwright who introduced blank verse as a form of dramatic expression; was stabbed to death in a tavern brawl (1564-1593)
From this reading “Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.”
young nobleman attendant on a knight
From this reading “BARTON DEFIES THE SQUIRE.”
with anxiety or apprehension
From this reading “"What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.”
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prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861)
From this reading "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading BARTON DEFIES THE SQUIRE.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
third-person singular of “defy” — resist or confront with resistance
From this reading BARTON DEFIES THE SQUIRE.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
having an eye or eyes or eyelike feature especially as specified; often used in combination
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
unbiased impartial unconcern
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
English poet and playwright who introduced blank verse as a form of dramatic expression; was stabbed to death in a tavern brawl (1564-1593)
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
the message that is intended or expressed or signified
From this reading "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.
a form of address for a man
From this reading MR.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
young nobleman attendant on a knight
From this reading BARTON DEFIES THE SQUIRE.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading BARTON DEFIES THE SQUIRE.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
foolish or senseless behavior
From this reading "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.
with anxiety or apprehension
From this reading "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading "What is the meaning of this tomfoolery?" asked Albert Marlowe, uneasily.
during the time that
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Squire Marlowe sat down, while John Barton, instead of quailing in his presence, eyed him with cool indifference.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "You may call it what you like, but the time has come for an explanation.
Chapter 38 of Five Hundred Dollars by Horatio, Jr. Alger holds 61 sentences, grouped into 13 reading sections of at most 5 sentences. The text is the source edition, unabridged, and the chapter records which sentences cover which part of the work so that nothing is dropped. Every word can be tapped for its pronunciation and dictionary entry.
Chapter 38 holds 61 sentences of Five Hundred Dollars, unabridged, divided into 13 reading sections.
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