| A | B |
| determined | to settle on or decide on a position beforehand |
| strongbox | a strongly made chest to keep valuables & money safe |
| irrigation | water supply brought to land by means other than rain |
| lunged | thrusted or moved at with force |
| situation | a combination of circumstances at a certain moment |
| sturdy | firmly built and sound in design |
| derringer | a short -barreled pocket pistol |
| examination | an inspection of progress, fitness or knowledge |
| ricocheting | skipping with or rebounding |
| enabled | provided with the means or opportunity |
| mended | repaired condition to something damaged |
| palomino | a cream to gold horse w/a flaxen or white mane & tail |