1. bitter (ch.1) - unpleasantly sharp or sour in taste; also used to describe a feeling of resentment or unhappiness
2. startling (ch.2) - causing a sudden shock or surprise
3. riot (ch.3) - a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd
4. chortled (ch.3) - laughed in a short, harsh, or hearty way
5. phenomenon (ch.3) - a remarkable or unusual event or thing
6. earnestly (ch.3) - in a serious and sincere manner
7. measles (ch.3) - a contagious viral disease characterized by a rash and fever
8. infirmary (ch.4) - a place where sick or injured people are treated, especially in a school or workplace
9. magnifying (ch.5) - making something appear larger or more significant
10. civilized (ch.5) - having the qualities of a developed society; polite and refined
11. prodding (ch.6) - pushing or urging someone to do something
12. predicament (ch.6) - a difficult or unpleasant situation
13. revolting (ch.7) - causing disgust or strong dislike
14. avoid (ch.7) - keep away from; prevent
15. nauseating (ch.7) - causing nausea or disgust
16. bluffing (ch.7) - pretending to be stronger or more confident than one actually is
17. hijacking (ch.9) - taking control of a vehicle or aircraft by force
18. ricocheted (ch.9) - bounced off a surface after hitting it
19. subsided (ch.10) - decreased or calmed down
20. keen (ch.11) - very interested or eager
21. offended (ch.11) - hurt or upset by something said or done
22. foil (ch.12) - to prevent or thwart someone's plans
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