| A | B |
|---|
| hatchet | short-handled ax |
| terrified | frightened |
| shelter | a place that provides protection |
| slithering | sliding, slipping movement |
| kindling | small pieces of wood |
| musty | having a stale, moldy smell |
| consuming | eating up |
| visas | documents that give people permission to travel |
| permission | necessary approval |
| decision | a choice that involves judgment |
| superiors | those who have higher rank and more authority |
| government | the body that manages a nation |
| overcome | to conquer |
| desperate | hopeless |
| fatigue | extreme tiredness |
| improvising | making something from available materials |
| coaxed | gently urged or eased |
| terrain | the type of land in an area |
| desolate | deserted |
| reassure | restore confidence in |
| vacant | empty |
| seasoned | experienced |
| ascent | an upward climb |
| endeavored | attempted |
| treacherous | marked by unpredictable dangers |
| maim | to injure or hurt |
| void | an empty |
| affixed | attached |
| entangled | twisted together |
| diplomat | one who represents their government in its relations with other governments |
