| A | B |
| Carbuncle | smooth, round garnet or other deep red jewel |
| Devoid | entirely without; lacking |
| Jollification | enjoyable entertainment; merrymaking |
| Labyrinth | maze |
| Unimpeachable | Not to be doubted or questioned |
| Ruefully | Sorrowful, unhappy, mournful |
| Introspective | examination of one's own thoughts and feelings |
| Remonstrance | protest or complaint |
| Plot | a series of related events that presents and resolves a conflict, the usual pattern is conflict, climax and conclusion |
| Sedentary | sitting still most of the time |
| Endeavor | make an effort, try hard, strive |
| Plausible | appearing true, reasonable or fair |
| Tallow | animal fat used to make candles and soap |
| Scintillating | sparkling, flashing |
| Deposed | declare under oath, testify |