| A | B |
| misunderstand | to fail to realize the real or intended meaning of something |
| hammock | a hanging bed made of canvas or netting and suspended at both ends by ropes tied between two supports |
| frown | to show a facial expression of displeasure |
| agate | a form of quartz with variously colored bands or markings |
| conversation | an informal talk with somebody |
| approach | to move closer to somebody or something |
| twitched | moved with a slight jerk |
| reflection | the image of somebody or something that appears in a mirror or other reflecting surface |
| confusion | the state of being unable to think or reason clearly |
| horizon | the line in the furthest distance where the land or sea seems to meet the sky |
| cassava | a tropical plant with roots that are edible after processing (also called manioc) |
| skidded | the act of sliding or slipping over a surface |
| rippling | a succession of tiny waves moving quickly and gently |
| assembled | gathered in one place |
| fronds | large leaves divided into many thin sections found on many flowerless plants, especially ferns and palms |
| embers | small pieces of glowing or smoldering material from a dying fire |
| collection | a set of objects collected for their interest, value, or beauty |
| canoe | a lightweight boat identically pointed at each end |
| hurricane | a severe tropical storm with strong winds |
| conch | a tropical marine mollusk with a large, often brightly colored, spiral shell |