| A | B |
| to nowhere | not to any place; with no destination |
| orphan | child whose parents have died |
| wolfed down | ate hungrily and quickly, like a wolf |
| manners | correct way to act |
| blushed | turned red with embarrassment |
| lice and fleas | small insects that live on people's or animal's skin or in their hair |
| impudently | rudely; disrespectfully |
| sauntered off | walked away |
| belong | be connected to or part of a place |
| taken them to their hearts | welcomed them |
| revered | greatly respected |
| stacking | placing in a pile |
| dropped to a whisper | became very quiet |
| scrubbing | rubbing with a cloth or brush |
| sluiced | washed with water |
| cannon | large gun, usually on wheels |
| booming | making loud noises |
| grunted | made a short, low sound |