The boy jumped out and shouted, "Boo!"

Meaning: The boy quickly moved off the ground and spoke loudly to frighten the girl.

Choice of Words: Jumped means to move quickly off the ground by pushing oneself up with one's feet. Shouted means to speak loudly and forcefully. Boo is an exclamation used to frighten someone.

Alternative Expressions

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