| A | B |
| parched | to become very dry; thirsty |
| surge | move with a violent heaving; swelling motion as waves |
| delirium | a temporary mental disturbance |
| creased | to cause a line or mark produced by a fold |
| vengeance | desire to inflict injury; revenge |
| dredge | to clear out, deepen, or enlarge |
| scouring | searched; making a thorough search |
| galvenized | covered metal with a protective coating of zinc |
| quizically | puzzled; uncertain; questioning |
| hypnotic | producing a trance-like state or sleep-like condition |
| talons | claws of a bird or animal |
| reverently | respectfully; showing respect |