| A | B |
| annual | once a year; lasting a year |
| basic | key elements, main or starting point |
| competition | game or contest; trying to outdo others |
| contract | an agreement, or to grow smaller |
| dismiss | send away, remove from a job |
| neglect | to hold back care; fail to follow through |
| obtain | to get or gain |
| portion | a section or piece; a serving of food |
| recall | to remind one; to bring back to mind |
| sponsor | to help or take responsiblity for another person |
| stern | not kindly or gentle/ harsh-looking |
| vacant | not used, filled or lived in; empty |