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Chapter 1 of For John's Sake, and Other Stories. is here in full — 87 sentences across 18 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
FOR JOHN'S SAKE; AND OTHER STORIES. AND OTHER STORIES. ANNIE FRANCES PERRAM. _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C. PREFACE.
Chapter 1 of For John's Sake, and Other Stories. is here in full — 87 sentences across 18 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
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plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading “_Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.”
a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals
From this reading “_Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.”
plural of “france” — a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe
From this reading “ANNIE FRANCES PERRAM.”
possessive form of “john” — a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
From this reading “FOR JOHN'S SAKE; AND OTHER STORIES.”
of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of Protestantism adhering to the views of Wesley
From this reading “_Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.”
(ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Irish descent
From this reading “_Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.”
a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book
From this reading “PREFACE.”
a follower of Wesleyanism
From this reading “_Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.”
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From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
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From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading FOR JOHN'S SAKE; AND OTHER STORIES.
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From this reading ANNIE FRANCES PERRAM.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a youthful male person
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading FOR JOHN'S SAKE; AND OTHER STORIES.
plural of “france” — a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe
From this reading ANNIE FRANCES PERRAM.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
possessive form of “john” — a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
From this reading FOR JOHN'S SAKE; AND OTHER STORIES.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of Protestantism adhering to the views of Wesley
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
(ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Irish descent
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
being directly across from each other; facing
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading FOR JOHN'S SAKE; AND OTHER STORIES.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading ANNIE FRANCES PERRAM.
a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book
From this reading PREFACE.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a reason for wanting something done
From this reading FOR JOHN'S SAKE; AND OTHER STORIES.
an educational institution
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading FOR JOHN'S SAKE; AND OTHER STORIES.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
a follower of Wesleyanism
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading _Author of "That Boy Mick," "Go Work," "The Opposite House," &c._ LONDON: WESLEYAN METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 2 AND 3 LUDGATE CIRCUS BUILDINGS; 2 CASTLE STREET, CITY ROAD, E.C.
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