Lesson 3 Book 1

1. A trial or test to ascertain fitness for some purpose.
3. To enclose or folded about.
5. To tap gently with the palm or fingers as an expression of affection.
9. To come upon; come into presence of.
10. To speak with soft, hushed sounds, using the breath, lips but with no vibration of the vocal cords.
11. A high pitched and piercing sound.
12. A built-in platform bed, as on a ship.
13. To bend (the head) in a short, quick downward movement, as of assent or greeting.

2. To shine with or reflect a subdued, tremulous light.
4. In or to the front; in advance of; before.
5. To look or glance quickly through a small opening or from a specific location.
6. To laugh in a silly, often high-pitched way, especially with short gasp and titters.
7. To open the mouth somewhat involuntarily with a deep inhalation.
8. To use persuasions, as with a person, for or against something.