| A | B |
| mayor | elected leader of a city |
| blossom | to flower or to grow |
| orphan | having no parents |
| thrive | grow healthy |
| canopy | overhang that shelters |
| pinata | party container with goodies |
| proclamation | stated policy or declaration |
| bulldozer | large machine for moving earth |
| regulations | rules |
| nosh | snack |
| canasta | card game played with 2 decks |
| handsome | attractive |
| resemblance | appearing similar |
| remarkable | worth noting |
| accordion | musical instrument that folds |
| buffet | selection of food to choose from |
| limousine | large car seating many people |
| promise | to give one's word or oath |
| justice | fairness/what is right |
| idly | passively, doing nothing |