Essay

Kids Shouldn’t

be Spies

During this time, secret services are hiring children as spies. People think this is the smart thing to do. “Kids are smart, fast, and small, so they can get away from their enemy” states an anonymous person from the Queen's secret service. “Why would they get hurt they're just spying” announces another man.

Spying is a very dangerous job that consists of knowledge, agility, and being stealthy. Kids are very clumsy and can't make quick decisions . Also when kids see something, they will glance at it, not study every little detail of an area, like a spy should do. They are also unable to tell when to leave or get out so they're not caught. If caught, kids will coward and spill out all the important information by the lift of a finger. Children don't know of all the dangers in the world, they're just young kids.

Kids that spy for secret services have a high chance of getting caught, they're not just spying on a friend as a joke, they're spying on very powerful, important people. If caught these people wont be softer just because they're children. They could kill them, or torture them until the kids tell them everything. Plus they're just kids, they have their whole lives ahead of them, so many things to learn and see and they'd never get a chance to if killed because of spying. Why would kids even want to spy? Why not just play in the park with friends, or go swimming. That seems like it would be a lot more fun then being a “rat”.

The things spies have to understand, know when spying on someone is way out of the reach of a child. You must know everything about the person your spying on, what are they doing, why do they need to be spied on, what time do they fall asleep, what type off clothes do they wear. A spy must know everything in order to fulfill his “mission”. Kids haven’t even been around long enough to understand why they're even spying on the person, and what they are trying to find out from spying. They don't know how to be as quiet as a mouse, or as quick as a hawk.

Secret services would be better off by hiring men to do the job, they know what to do and how to do it. They would need less training, and teaching on how to spy then what it would take for a child. People would take the death of a full grown man a lot easier then they would the death of a child. Children just are not meant to be spies.

Written by: Ryan Verhoeven

Date: April 26^th, 1595

Words

Burly- large and thick of build sturdy stout Congestion- A gathering or accumulation a heap or pile Ford- A shallow place in a body of water, such as a river, where one can cross by walking or riding on an animal or in a vehicle Lisped- A speech defect or mannerism characterized by mispronunciation of the sounds. Minor- person of lesser importance or stature or rank; "a minor poet"; "had a minor part in the play"; "a minor official"; "many of these hardy adventurers were minor noblemen"; "minor back roads" Receding- To yield or grant to one formerly in possession Apprentice- someone who works for a skilled or qualified person in order to learn a trade or profession, esp for a recognized period Mimic- To copy or imitate closely, especially in speech, expression, and gesture Garret- A room on the top floor of a house, typically under a pitched roof Hampered-To prevent the free movement, action, or progress of. Cue-A signal, such as a word or action, used to prompt another event in a performance, such as an actor's speech or entrance, a change in lighting, or a sound effect. Inspired-Of such surpassing brilliance or excellence as to suggest divine inspiration Tweaked-to twist, jerk, or pinch with a sharp or sudden movement Subsided-To sink to a lower or normal level Groom-A person employed to take care of horses or a stable. Abated-To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity; lessen Misspent-To spend improperly or extravagantly; squander Quaint-Charmingly odd, especially in an old-fashioned way Estate-A landed property, usually of considerable size Bosoms-The chest of a human Eclipsed-The partial or complete obscuring, relative to a designated observer, of one celestial body by another. Heather-A low-growing Eurasian shrub growing in dense masses Fortnight-A period of 14 days Flattered-To compliment excessively and often insincerely, especially in order to win favor. Bumpkin-An awkward, unsophisticated person Console-To allay the sorrow or grief Ransacked-To search or examine thoroughly Painter-A rope attached to the bow of a boat, used for tying up, as when docking or towing Exultation-The act or condition of rejoicing greatly Precariously-Dangerously lacking in security or stability Scaffold-A temporary platform, either supported from below or suspended from above, on which workers sit or stand when performing tasks at heights above the ground Interposed-To insert or introduce between parts Tranquil-Free from commotion or disturbance Fetch-To come or go after and take or bring back Sculled-A long oar used at the stern of a boat and moved from side to side to propel the boat forward Modesty-The state or quality of being modest Embrace-To clasp or hold close with the arms, usually as an expression of affection Farthing-Something of very little value Crestfallen-Dispirited and depressed Manuscript-A book, document, or other composition written by hand Deposition-The act of depositing, especially the laying down of matter by a natural process Damsel-A young woman or girl Tumult-The din and commotion of a great crowd Quill-The hollow stem like main shaft of a feather Methodically-Arranged or proceeding in regular, systematic order Starched-A naturally abundant nutrient carbohydrate Ferret-To drive out, as from a hiding place Scotch-To put an abrupt end to Vouch-To give personal assurances Berth-Sufficient space for a ship to maneuver Tapestry-A heavy cloth woven with rich, often varicolored designs or scenes Wisp-A small bunch or bundle, as of straw, hair, or grass Novelty-The quality of being novel Prophesied-To reveal by divine inspiration Confirmation-The act of confirming Abrupt-Unexpectedly sudden Muddle-To make turbid or muddy Deluded-To deceive the mind or judgment Taut-Pulled or drawn tight Conspiracy-An agreement to perform together an illegal, wrongful, or subversive act Disgruntled-To make discontented Underscored-To emphasize Bodice-The fitted part of a dress that extends from the waist to the shoulder Hindered-To obstruct or delay the progress of Haven-A place of refuge or rest Smarted-To cause a sharp, usually superficial, stinging pain Hovel-A small, miserable dwelling Pewter-Any of numerous silver-gray alloys of tin with various amounts of antimony, copper, and sometimes lead, used widely for fine kitchen utensils and tableware Sycamore-Any of various deciduous trees of the genus Platanus Sham-Something false or empty that is purported to be genuine Tethered-A rope, chain, or similar restraint for holding an animal in place, allowing a short radius in which it can move about Hearth-he floor of a fireplace, usually extending into a room and paved with brick, flagstone, or cement Squeamish-Easily nauseated or sickened Squall-A loud, harsh cry Cavalry-Troops trained to fight on horseback Trough-A long, narrow, generally shallow receptacle for holding water or feed for animals Consolation-The act or an instance of consoling

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Pike- a shafted weapon having a pointed head, formerly used by infantry. Peat- a highly organic material found in marshy or damp regions, composed of partially decayed vegetable matter: it is cut and dried for use as fuel. Precipice- a cliff with a vertical, nearly vertical, or overhanging face Beadle- a parish officer having various subordinate duties, as keeping order during services, waiting on the rector, etc. Granite- a coarse-grained igneous rock composed chiefly of orthoclase and albite feldspars and of quartz, usually with lesser amounts of one or more other minerals, as mica, hornblende, or augite. Inherited-to take or receive (property, a right, a title, etc.) by succession or will, as an heir: to inherit the family business Livery-a distinctive uniform, badge, or device formerly provided by someone of rank or title for his retainers, as in time of war. Strode-simple past tense of stride Rampart-a broad elevation or mound of earth raised as a fortification around a place and usually capped with a stone or earth parapet. Shied-simple past tense and past participle of shy. Envied- a feeling of discontent or covetousness with regard to another's advantages, success, possessions, etc Defined-to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.): They disagreed on how to define “liberal.” Constable-an officer of the peace, having police and minor judicial functions, usually in a small town, rural district, etc. Flogging-to beat with a whip, stick, etc., especially as punishment; whip; scourge. Canter-an easy gallop Mutton-the flesh of sheep, especially full-grown or more mature sheep, used as food. Moor-a tract of open, peaty, wasteland, often overgrown with heath, common in high latitudes and altitudes where drainage is poor; heath. Cluster- things that are bunched together Tarn- a small mountain lake or pool, especially one in a cirque. Litter-objects strewn or scattered about; scattered rubbish. Squires-in England) a country gentleman, especially the chief landed proprietor in a district. Crag-a steep, rugged rock; rough, broken, projecting part of a rock. Swarthy-of skin color, complexion, etc.) dark Remedies-something that cures or relieves a disease or bodily disorder; a healing medicine, application, or treatment. Dubiously- doubtful; marked by or occasioning doubt: a dubious reply Skewer-a long pin of wood or metal for inserting through meat or other food to hold or bind it in cooking. Insolent-boldly rude or disrespectful; contemptuously impertinent; insulting: an insolent reply. Magistrate-a civil officer charged with the administration of the law. Despair-loss of hope; hopelessness Discontent-not content; dissatisfied; discontented Trodden- past participle of tread Pall-a cloth, often of velvet, for spreading over a coffin, bier, or tomb. Charity-generous actions or donations to aid the poor, ill, or helpless: to devote one's life to charity. Doublets-a close-fitting outer garment, with or without sleeves and sometimes having a short skirt, worn by men in the renaissance. Mourners- a person who mourns Poverty-the state or condition of having little or no money, goods, or means of support; condition of being poor; indigence Chevied- to chase; run after Suffocated- to kill by preventing the access of air to the blood through the lungs or analogous organs, as gills; strangle Troupe- a group of actors Thimbleful-the amount that a thimble will hold Stammer- same as stutter Interjected- an interruption Tethered- things that are tied to a place by a rope Bracken-a large fern or brake Vagabond-wandering from place to place without any settled home; nomadic: a vagabond tribe. Motto-a maxim adopted as an expression of the guiding principle of a person, organization, city, etc Emphatically-uttered, or to be uttered, with emphasis; strongly expressive Gizzard- Also called ventriculus. a thick-walled, muscular pouch in the lower stomach of many birds and reptiles that grinds food, often with the aid of ingested stones or grit. Dagger- a knife Retorted- a snappy comeback Vacancies- empty spaces Mocking- making fun of something Sluicing-an artificial channel for conducting water, often fitted with a gate (sluice gate) at the upper end for regulating the flow Curtsy- a polite way for a girl to bow Contradict- to disagree with someone Farthing-a coin Meddle- to involve oneself in a matter without right or invitation Inquisitive-to be curious Prejudiced- to have a bad opinion of something even though it is not accurate Denounce- to criticize something Aloof-at a distance, especially in feeling or interest Anxieties- fears Barbarous-uncivilized; wild; savage; crude Plague-a wide spread disease in a country Gist- an idea Doleful-sorrowful; mournful; melancholy Destitute- with out money Parapet- defence wall against attack Pillion-a pad or cushion attached behind a saddle, especially as a seat for a woman. Pauper- a homeless poor person Cobbles- paving stones Foul- things that have gone wrong Mercy- to let up o something Stammered- to stutter Dabbed- to touch lightly Daft-stupid or silly Witty-cleaver humor Malignant-having or showing desire to harm others Scorn-to look down on something Miscellaneous- random

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Squall – A brief sudden violent windstorm. Cavalry – Horses or horsemen. Trough – A long, narrow, generally shallow receptacle for holding water or feed for animals. Consolation – A person or thing that is a source of comfort in a time of suffering. Confederates – One who assists in a plot. Fetter – Something that serves to restrict, a restraint. Anarchy – Absence of any form of political authority. Toiled – To labor continuously; work strenuously. Sodden – Thoroughly soaked. Abyss – An immeasurably deep chasm. Scree – Loose rocks or debris covering a slope. Chapter 19: Bedraggled – Wet, limp, soiled, deteriorated. Plying – To join together, joining together. Ransacked – To search or examine thoroughly. Incriminate – To accuse of a crime or other wrongful act. Strenuous – Requiring great effort, energy, or exertion. Nudged – To push against gently. Bide – To be left; remain, to wait Adversary – A person or group who is hostile to someone; enemy. Rapiers – A long, slender, two-edged sword with a cuplike hilt. Gesticulating – To make gestures especially while speaking, to emphasize. Bung – A stopper, especially for a barrel, cask, or keg. Adders – A snake, or one who adds. Chapter 20: Besiegers – To surround with hostile forces. Caldron – A large vessel used for boiling. Dale – A valley. Tyrant – An absolute rules who governs without restrictions. Skittish – Moving quickly and lively. Gelding – A castrated animal, especially a male horse. Sentinel – One that keeps guard; a sentry. Poise – A state of balance or equilibrium. Trice – A very short period of time; an instant. Ruse – An action intended to mislead; a trick. Centaur – A race of monsters having the top portion of a human and the rest a horse. Chapter 21: Knoll – A small rounded hill or mound. Tattoo – A design on the skin, a signal of drums/bugles, a military exercise. Cuirass – A piece of protecting armor for the torso. Halberd – An axe-like weapon with a long shaft. Reserve – To keep back, as for future use or special purpose. Placid – Undisturbed by tumult or disorder; calm or quiet. Chapter 22: Amiably – Friendly and agreeable in disposition; good-natured and likable. Ravenous – Extremely hungry; voracious. Gape – A large opening, to stare wonderingly. Yarn – A continuous strand of twisted threads. Veer – To turn aside from a course, direction, or purpose; swerve. Bogs – Certain wetland areas. Chasms – A deep, steep-sided opening in the earth’s surface; an abyss or gorge. Spouse – A marriage partner; husband or wife. Unkempt – Not properly maintained. Inaudible – Not loud enough to be heard. Colliery – A coal mine together with its physical plant and outbuildings. Mutton – The flesh of fully grown sheep. Morass – An area of low-lying, soggy ground. Floundered – To make clumsy attempts to move or regain one’s balance. Gamely – In a brave or sporting manner. Wrangle – To quarrel noisily or angrily; bicker. Chapter 23: Dwindling – To become gradually less until little remains. Furlong – A unit for measuring distance, equivalent to 1/8 mile (201 meters). Ramparts – A fortification consisting of an embankment. Visage – The face or facial expression of a person. Conjure – To call or bring to mind. Hordes – A vast crowd. Ramshackle – So poorly constructed that it is likely to disintegrate. Bolt – To move suddenly. Mime – A form of inaudible theatrical entertainment. Custody – The act or right of guarding, especially such a right granted by a court. Appalled – Struck with fear, dread, or consternation. Chapter 24: Tapestries – A heavy cloth woven with rich designs or scenes. Minstrel – A medieval entertainer who travels from place to place. Hubbub – Loud noise, confusion. Sconces – A decorative wall bracket for holding candles or lights. Attired – To dress or clothe, especially in elaborate garments. Ermine – A weasel of northern regions that in winter its fur turns white. Skulking – To lie in hiding; lurk. Salvo – A simultaneous discharge of firearms. Stalwart – Having or marked by imposing physical strength. Chapter 25: S pirited – Full of or characterized by animation, vigor, or courage. Tottered – To sway as if about to fall. Sovereign – One that exercises supreme, permanent authority, especially in a nation or other government unit. Dawdle – To make more time than necessary. Gallivanting – To roam about in search of pleasure or amusement. Cambric – A finely woven white linen or cotton fabric. Nursery – A room or area in a household set apart for the use of children. Tactlessly – Lacking or exhibiting a lack of tact; bluntly inconsiderate or indiscreet. Boon – A benefit bestowed, especially one bestowed in response to a request. Shrewd – Characterized by keen awareness, sharp intelligence, and often a sense of the practical. Prophet – A person who speaks by divine inspiration through whom the will of a god is expressed.

Chapter #1 "Dawn is Dangerous"

1.In chapter one peter and his friends and family go to destroy Sir Phillip's rock wall. They sent Peter to keep watch, but he wanted to stay close enough to hear all there jokes, so he did pay very good attention to the road and it was getting close to dawn. He then noticed people flying toward them on horses, so Peter went and hid behind a rock and when a man on a horse ran by he throw a rock at him. It mist, but the man shot back, the bullet just missing Peter's head. So close that it knocked his hat off his head. 3.The setting of this chapter is in the small village of Cumberland. It seems to be a fairly happy town other then Sir Phillip. 4.An example of conflict is between the people of Cumberland and Sir Phillips. They didn't like him because of the way he tried to control the town. 5.A time in this chapter that brought suspense to the readers was when Peter was talking about hoe dawn is the most dangerous time of the day, because you got thinking about what was going to happen next. 6. a) England's enemies at this time were Scotland, and Spain. b) Every one that rented land from the crown was reasonably safe, but for the people that had rented there land from Sir Phillip were paying insanely high rent.

Chapter #2 "Escape"

1.In this chapter Sir Phillips men find Peters hat, so now they know who was helping with the wall break. So Peter has to leave the village and go find some where else to live for awhile. 2.The setting in this chapter are the big hills and grassy flats. He walks through many different conditions. 4.A person to person conflict would be between him and Sir Phillip because now Sir Phillip knows that Peter was there the night they broke down his wall. 5.The person to self conflict in this chapter is between Peter and himself. When he knows that he screwed up and knows he has to go away for awhile. He knew it was the right thing to do so he left. 6.a) There school days began at six in the morning and seven in the winter. b) During this time the law was very harsh, they were aloud to torch-er to get what they wanted to hear.

Chapter #3 "Peril at Penrith"

1.On market day Penrith was very busy and there was something different going on everywhere you looked. 2.He learned that he should not head to Ireland, and that Sir Phillip is on the search for him. 3.Peter doesn't have any plans at this point, he has no idea what he is going to do.