| A | B |
|---|
| non-fiction | writing that tells about REAL people, places and events* |
| fiction | writing that tells about IMAGINARY people, places and events* |
| conventional | usual, traditional* |
| predatory | stealing from or hurting others* |
| impasse | a situation in which no progress can be made; a deadlock* |
| cohorts | companions or associates* |
| shrewdly | wisely; in a clever way* |
| eloquence | forceful, convincing speech* |
| retaliate | to get revenge; get even* |
| integrated | open to people of all races or ethnic groups without restriction; desegregation* |
| cynical | mistrustful of others' sincerity* |
| speculating | thinking about different possibilities; guessing what might happen* |
| incredulous | unable or unwilling to believe something* |
| insinuation | a suggestion or hint intended to insult* |
| ultimate | final; most important* |
| taunt | to make fun of; jeer* |
