| fault | blame or cause |
| pause | a short stop |
| spare | keep from harming |
| pouch | fold of skin like a bag |
| freight | transported goods |
| shove | push |
| busy | full of activity |
| shrieked | screamed |
| shoulder | part of the body below the neck |
| silly | ridiculous |
| couple | two |
| secure | safe |
| boast | self-praise |
| commotion | excitement and confusion |
| demand | to ask forcefully |