| A | B |
| drought | a long dry spell |
| residence | a place where people live |
| valuable | precious; very important to someone |
| magnificent | impressive; wonderful |
| reserve | extra supplies held back |
| pioneer | person who explores unknown territory |
| urban | city area |
| rural | country |
| intrigue | mystery |
| douse | soak with water |
| wealthy | having a great deal of money or property |
| doubt | disbelieve; be unsure of something or someone |
| request | ask |
| idolize | admire; put on a pedestal |
| radiance | shining; emitting beams of light |