| A | B |
|---|
| arduous | requiring much effort;very difficult |
| canny | shrewd and careful; watchful of one's own interests |
| climax | the highest point; the greatest moment or event |
| endorse | to sign the back of a check before cashing or depositing it |
| exuberant | happy and excited; bubbling over with enthusiasm |
| intrepid | feeling or showing no fear; brave; courageous |
| kindle | to start burning |
| lucrative | producing wealth or profit |
| mentor | a wise and loyal friend and adviser |
| obsession | an interest, idea, or feeling that fills one's mind and leaves little room for anything else |
| endorse | to approve of; to support |
| endorse | to be favorably associated with a prduct in return for payment |
| kindle | to cause to become excited or stirred up |
| personable | pleasing in manner and appearance |
| proficient | able to do something very well; skillful |
| scanty | not enough or just barely enough; small in size or amount |
| strait | a narrow body of water connecting two larger ones |
| zest | great enjoyment of; excitement |
