| A | B |
| genocide | systematic killing of a racial or cultural group |
| ethnicity | an affiliation resulting from racial or cultural ties |
| promote | assign to a higher position |
| conquer | take possession of by force, as after an invasion |
| climatic | of or relating to weather in some location over time |
| commemoration | a recognition of meritorious service |
| urge | force or impel in an indicated direction |
| simulate | create a representation or model of |
| ambition | a strong drive for success |
| controversy | a dispute where there is strong disagreement |
| lingo | a characteristic language of a particular group |
| prejudice | a partiality preventing objective consideration of an issue |
| hostility | violent action that is usually unprovoked |
| resonate | evoke or suggest a strong meaning or belief |
| hesitate | pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness |
| memorabilia | a record of things worth remembering |
| vessel | a craft designed for water transportation |
| designate | design or destine |
| anticlimactic | ultimately disappointing after a promising or exciting start |