| A | B |
| detour | deviating from the usual or more direct route |
| challenge | a task or problem |
| ironic | when the expected result is contrary to the actual result |
| affliction | great struggling or suffering |
| paraplegic | the state of having the lower half of the body paralyzed |
| debilitate | to weaken |
| orator | a skillful or powerful public speaker |
| serenity | being peaceful |
| solution | the answer to a problem |
| median | being in the middle; as many above as below |
| consideration | careful thought |
| obligation | something that ties a person to a certain course of action, such as a promise or vow; duty |
| valedictorian | the student in a graduating class with the highest rank |
| ambition | a strong desire to achieve a certain goal |
| evidence | an outward sign; indication |
| obstacle | an impediment to progress or achievement |
| concentration | focused attention on a single object or task |
| confront | to oppose or challenge |
| confident | certain of your own skills or capabilities |
| progressive | making use of new ideas; broad-minded |