stern the rear part of a boat.
shanties crudely built cabins, or shacks.
interne a recent graduate of medical school undergoing hands-on, practical training.
peroxide a substance such as sodium peroxide that cleanses a wound.
St. Ignace a resort town on the southeast part of the northern peninsula of Michigan.
cesarean a surgical incision made through the abdomen and uterus to deliver a baby when vaginal delivery is dangerous to both mother and baby.



















