| A | B |
|---|
| elective | an optional academic course or subject* |
| scowl | to look angry by drawing the eyebrows together and frowning* |
| quiver | to shake with 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* |
