From New Jersey to Alaska

a large animal like cattle, with a heavy coat of fur

to sample, to take part in

to squeeze, crumple

a small ball of dough, often fried or boiled

a large spoon for stirring and serving soup

a small dumpling made of matzah meal with egg and chicken fat

a ceremonial meal among Native Americans of North America

it made a strong impression

she didn’t understand

in accordance with traditional Jewish dietary laws