To take someone away illegally by force, typically to obtain a ransom.

To make a low, rumbling sound in the throat, usually to show anger or to give a warning.

A large piece of land in the country, often with a large house on it and owned by one person or family.

A person whom one does not know or with whom one is not familiar.

A heavy stick with a thick end, used as a weapon.

To continue to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship.

Strong, heavy dogs with thick coats used in the Arctic for pulling sleds.

Suffering from extreme hunger due to a lack of food.

To shake slightly and uncontrollably as a result of being cold, frightened, or excited.

A set of straps and fittings by which a horse or other draft animal is fastened to a cart, plow, or sled and controlled.

A person who steals another person's property, especially by stealth and without using force or violence.

To strike a person or an animal repeatedly and violently so as to induce pain or injury.