The Bear Boy Vocabulary

lance

a long spear

lodge

a small house

neglected

failed to do something

preparations

the work to do to make something ready

result

something that happens because of something else. (cause and effect)

weapons

things used to fight with

wrestling

struggling and holding

encourage

give support and confidence

guidance

helpful advice

initiation

introduction into a group

manhood

state of being a man instead of a boy

powerful

having great strength or authority

responsibility

duty or job

violence

physical force capable of hurting others

timid

shy, fearful

canyon

long narrow valley between cliffs

approvingly

with acceptance

relatives

related to you