| A | B |
| backwards | going in reverse |
| drill | a hand held machine for putting in screws |
| gearbox | a device that allows a car to drive |
| parrot | colorful bird in the tropics |
| glue | liquid that makes things stick |
| sawdust | droppings from wood that is cut or sawed |
| argue | to loudly disagree with each other |
| believe | to know or understand |
| exceptionally | beyond average; tremendous |
| fringe | a decorative border of thread, cord, or something similar usually hanging loosely from the edge or separate strip of cloth |
| watchful | to be watching; to be alert |
| potato-crisps | British for potato chips |
| inclined | leaning toward a decision not yet made |
| mistrust | not believing or depending on someone |
| squelching | stopping something; putting an end to something |
| wobble | to move back and forth |
| wandering | to walk or travel without a destination |
| sensible | using good judgement |
| scripture | religious writings |
| farce | a light, humorous play; foolish show; mockery; |
| parabola | a geometric term meaning a curve |
| sauntered | walked or walking |
| menacing | threatening |
| knickers | British for underwear or shorts |
| wasp | a stinging insect |