| A | B |
|---|
| arduous | requiring much effort; very difficult |
| canny | shrewd and careful;watchful on one's own interest |
| climax | the highest point; the greatest moment |
| endorse | to sign the back of a check or to approve of; to support |
| exuberant | happy and excited; bubbling over with enthusiasm |
| intrepid | feeling or showing no fear;brave |
| kindle | to start burining or to cause to become excited or stirred up |
| lucrative | producing wealth or profit |
| mentor | a wise and loyal friend and adviser |
| obsession | an interest, idea, or feeling that fills one's mind and leaves little room for anything else |
| personable | pleasing in manner and appearance |
| proficient | able to do something very well; skillful |
| scanty | not enough or just barely enough; small in size or amount |
| strait | a narrow body of water connecting two larger ones |
| zest | great enjoymentof; excitement |
