| A | B |
| guide | a person who shows the way; leader |
| conquest | the act of overcoming by physical effort and force; conquering |
| summit | the highest point; peak |
| mountaineer | a mountain climber |
| maneuvered | moved strategically |
| crevice | narrow opening caused by a crack or split in the ground |
| pitch | the degree of slope; incline; section of a climb |
| astonishment | surprise; amazement |
| assets | resources; things of value |
| citadel | a fort on a commanding height |
| client | a customer |
| crags | steep, rugged rocks |
| host | a great number of something |
| listlessly | showing no interest |
| uncomprehending | not understanding |
| wedged | forced into a narrow place |