| A | B |
| auditory | of or relating to the sense or organs of hearing. |
| cherish | to treat with affection;care for tenderly; hold dear. |
| despondent | discouraged; depressed; dejected. |
| eavesdrop | to listen secretly to a private conversation. |
| habitat | place where a person or thing is most frequently found. |
| lax | not careful or watchful enough; allowing too much latitude; negligent. |
| pelage | hair, fur, wool,or other soft covering of a mammal. |
| sedate | quiet and restrained in style or manner; not excited or disturbed; calm. |
| temporary | lasting, existing, or occuring for a limited time only; not permanent. |
| trench | long, narrow excavation in the earth; deep furrow. |