| A | B |
|---|
| elective | an optional academic course or subject* |
| scowl | to look angry by drawing the eyebrows together and frowning* |
| quiver | to shake with a slight, rapid movement* |
| ferocity | extreme fierceness; intensity* |
| conviction | a strong belief; assuredness* |
| linger | to continue to stay; delay leaving* |
| trudge | to walk heavily; plod* |
| portly | stout or overweight* |
| bluff | to mislead or deceive; to fake* |
| sheepishly | with a bashful or embarrassed look* |
| circuit | the path of an electric current; connected electronic elements* |
| complex | consisting of interconnected parts; intricate* |
| accede | to consent due to outside influences* |
| diffidently | reserved or restrained in manner* |
| neurotic | having excessive anxiety and emotional upset* |
| frail | delicate; weak and fragile* |
| suede | leather with a soft, fuzzy surface* |
| presentable | fit to be seen by people* |
| mistrust | to have no confidence in* |
| barren | empty; deserted* |
| concussion | violent shaking* |
| slackening | becoming less active* |
| surged | moved in a violent swelling motion* |
| resilient | springing back into shape* |
| revive | to become conscious; wake-up* |
| veranda | a long open porch* |
| cower | to crouch or shrink down in fear* |
| consolation | something that comforts* |
| cunningly | in a clever way that is meant to trick or deceive* |
| scuttle | to run quickly, with hurried movements* |
| valiant | boldly courageous; brave; heroic* |
