| A | B |
| compass | a tool for finding direction |
| brand-new | never been used before |
| muttered | spoken in low tones |
| darted | ran very quickly |
| mug | a large cup used for drinking hot liquids |
| talker | a person who talks alot |
| poncho | a cloak worn as a raincoat |
| cozy | very comfortable |
| glum | sad |
| lonesome | having a lonely feeling |
| relieved | having eased, lightened, or reduced |
| exciting | thrilling |
| quivering | shaking or trembling |
| examine | to look at in order to find the facts |
| invention | a new device or contrivance |
| character | a person in a play or story |
| splendid | absolutely wonderful |
| author | one who writes a story or a book |
| publish | to announce or issue |
| citizenship | having the rights and responsibilities of a citizen |