Across
- 1. a fictitious reason that conceals the real reason
- 3. in a joyous, carefree, or unconcerned manner
- 5. put on leather straps fitted to a draft animal
- 7. fairly large
- 8. petty or reluctant in giving or spending
- 9. come to rest; settle
Down
- 2. a fixed portion that is allotted
- 4. fix firmly
- 5. a fence formed by closely planted shrubs or bushes
- 6. work hard