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Words to Understand

agenda— a formal list of things to be done at a meeting. cast— An impression formed by pouring molten metal into a mold and letting it solidify, so that it takes on the shape of the mold. clapper— the part of the bell that dangles inside, making noise when it strikes the walls of the bell. curfew— a law requiring people to be in their homes and off the streets, usually at a set time each night and signaled to begin by the chiming of a bell. foundry— place where metal is cast into tools, bells, or other useful objects. melodic— having a pleasing sound. peal— sound made by bells. prophecy— a prediction of the future. province— territory under control of a king or government. solemn— serious or grave.