| A | B |
|---|
| impromptu | without previous thought or preparation |
| tournament | a contest in which teams play a series of games; playoffs |
| tentatively | in a cautious way |
| graffiti | drawings or writings scratched or painted on a wall or other surface |
| bodega | grocery in a Spanish-speaking neighborhood |
| intently | in a way that shows great attention or purpose |
| involuntarily | in a way that was not intentional or planned; not of one's free will |
| commence | begin |
| beckon | to signal to come by a motion of the hand |
| frantic | very much excited or nervous |
| probe | search into; examine thoroughly |
| eerie | scary or weird |
| ominous | threatening; indicating danger |
| scoundrel | a wicked person without good principles |
| battered | beaten out of shape |
