| A | B |
|---|
| retort | to make a sharp answer |
| ordeal | a painful, difficult experience |
| boisterous | loud, unrestrained, and in high spirits; rowdy |
| venture | to go forward in spite of risk |
| scant | scarcely enough; very little |
| knack | natural talent; ability with ease |
| flounder | to move forward in a clumsy way; often losing balance |
| clamor | loud noise that goes on for some time |
| fend | to try to provide for one's own needs |
