| A | B |
| Orthodox | conventional, doing it by the book, sticking to established principles |
| Fawn | exhibit affection; seek favor through slave-like flattery; to “suck up” to something |
| Lethargy | laziness, tiredness; languor |
| Masticate | to chew |
| Archaic | belonging to an earlier time, ancient; outdated |
| Gazebo | an outdoor structure with a roof and open sides |
| Abhor | to hate very much, to detest utterly |
| Plight | a condition of situation, especially a distressing one |
| Callow | immature and inexperienced one |
| Euphonious | pleasing to the ear |
| Quirk | a peculiarity of behavior; an unaccountable act or event |
| Mores | customary cultural standards; moral attitudes, manners, habits |
| Comprise | to consist of; to include, to contain, to be made up of |
| Cache | a hiding place, or the objects hidden in a hiding place |
| Affidavit | a sworn written statement |