| A | B |
| atmosphere (noun) | the layers of gas that surround the Earth |
| climate (noun) | the usual weather in a place |
| environment (noun) | surroundings and conditions that affect the growth of living things |
| contribute (verb) | to add or give; to aid in bringing about |
| policy (noun) | a rule or idea people use to make decisions and guide their actions |
| extinct (adjective) | no longer living or existing; having died out |
| pollution (noun) | anything that contaminates or dirties the environment |
| recycle (verb) | breaking down used items such as paper and cans so they can be used again |
| credit card (noun) | a card given out by a bank, that lets you buy things now and pay later |
| imply (verb) | to say or mean something without expressing it directly |
| isolated (adjective) | separated from other people or places; set apart |
| frantic (adjective) | very excited from fear or worry |
| gesture (verb) | to motion with the hands, head or body to help express an idea or feeling |
| humorous (adjective) | funny or amusing |
| spacious (adjective) | having plenty of space or room |
| sweltering (adjective) | very hot |