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Vocabulary Sheet

1. Fleet

Definition: A group of ships sailing together, especially a navy.
Example Sentence: The pirate fleet controlled the entire South China Sea.

2. Loot

Definition: Goods, especially valuable ones, that are stolen or taken by force.
Example Sentence: After raiding the merchant ship, the pirates shared the loot.

3. Pardon

Definition: An official forgiveness for a crime, allowing the person to go free.
Example Sentence: Ching Shih negotiated a pardon for her and her pirates.

4. Negotiation

Definition: A discussion between two or more people aimed at reaching an agreement.
Example Sentence: The peace treaty was achieved through careful negotiation.

5. Betrayal

Definition: The act of being disloyal to someone who trusts you.
Example Sentence: His betrayal of the captain led to his punishment.

6. Discipline

Definition: The ability to control people or behavior using strict rules.
Example Sentence: The pirate queen enforced strict discipline among her crew.

7. Execution

Definition: The carrying out of a death sentence.
Example Sentence: Execution was the punishment for breaking the pirate code.

8. Ruthless

Definition: Showing no pity or compassion for others; very strict or cruel.
Example Sentence: She was ruthless in battle, never showing mercy to her enemies.

9. Empire

Definition: A group of nations or territories ruled by a single authority.
Example Sentence: The Roman Empire ruled vast territories for centuries.

10. Legendary

Definition: Very famous and admired for a long time.
Example Sentence: Her legendary status as a pirate queen remains unmatched.

Follow up Questions

🔹 Understanding the Story

1. Who was Ching Shih, and how did she rise to power?
2. What was the Red Flag Fleet, and why was it so powerful?
3. What were some of the strict rules Ching Shih enforced on her pirates?
4. Why was the Chinese navy unable to stop Ching Shih?
5. How did she manage to retire peacefully, unlike most pirates?