| A | B |
| anthem | a song (hymn) of praise/victory adopted by a nation |
| bedlam | noise or confusion |
| capacity | ability (to be able) to receive, contain, hold/fill up |
| contemporary | modern, current, up to date |
| controversial | to not agree; disagree with; quarrel; dispute; |
| designate | to point out (show) or specify (either by name or sign) |
| facilitate | to make easier or convenient |
| foresee | to know before; anticipate; predict |
| ramparts | embankment (wall-like) surrounding a fort/city |
| vigilant | watchful/careful;to be alert/warn to danger |