crossword puzzle

1. A sudden, strong burst of wind. p.91
4. Car horns or other devices that make a loud warning sound. p.94
5. Extremely hot; burning with fierce heat. p.89
8. Pierced or made a hole in by something sharp. p.89
10. A large African tree with a very thick trunk and spreading branches. p.93
11. A very large seabird with exceptionally long, narrow wings. p.113
12. Following a twisting, curving route rather than going straight. p.105

2. Sloping or rising more sharply. p.106
3. Covered with a roof made from dried grass, reeds or similar plant material. p.93
6. Flowed out slowly in a thick or sticky way. p.93
7. Having grey or partly grey hair, especially because of age. p.111
9. Pieces of partly burned fuel that remain hot and often glow in a fire. p.105