| ballot |
a piece of paper on which people who are voting enter their choices. |
| clash |
to strike together with force, making a loud noise. |
| defiant |
showing no respect for authority; refusing to obey. |
| empire |
a group of nations or peoples under one ruler or government. |
| enthusiasm |
a strong interest or excitement in connection with something. |
| fame |
the condition of being well known or respected by a great number of people. |
| fortunately |
by lucky chance; luckily. |
| impostor |
a person who cheats or tricks others by pretending to be another person. |
| lively |
full of life or energy. |
| obviously |
in a way that is easy to see or understand; clearly. |
| pounce |
to jump or swoop down in order to grab or take something. |
| retailer |
a person or business or who sells goods directly to the public. |
| shrivel |
to cause to wrinkle or become smaller. |
| slimy |
made of or like a slippery liquid. |
| wallow |
to roll the body in mud, sand, dirt, or water. |