| A | B |
|---|
| abolitionist | A person wanting to band slavery. |
| secede | To withdraw from membership in an organization. |
| emancipation | To free a slave from slavery. |
| Confederate | The southern states who fought for slavery. |
| Union | The nourthern states who fought against slavery. |
| pomp | An atractive display. |
| tribute | A special celebration to give honor to a person. |
| stadium | An enclosed roofless area used for sporting and other events. |
| strenuous | Needing great effort. |
| competitive | Determined by the desire to succeed or win. |
| contestant | A person who takes part in a contest. |
| supreme | Most important. |
| javelin | A spear thrown in sporting contests. |
| proclaim | To declare publicly. |
| attendance | The number of people who come to an event. |
| inauguration | The proper introduction into office. |
