| A | B |
| relieved | to ease, lighten, or reduce |
| publish | to announce or issue |
| exciting | thrilling |
| quivering | to shake or tremble |
| author | one who writes a book or story |
| character | a person in a play or story |
| problem | a question to be solved |
| invention | a new device or contrivance |
| muffle | to wrap or cover to prevent sound |
| prowls | to roam in search of prey |
| examine | to look at in order to find the facts |
| splendid | absolutely wonderful |
| permission | formal consent |
| rejected | refused |
| reserved | kept for a special reason or purpose |
| submitted | given or presented |
| tournament | a contest for championships |
| embarrassing | causing unwanted attention |
| conversation | informal talk between people |
| organized | having a formal plan to coordinate or carry out activities |