make gradual progress, climb step by step

dry, thin, frail

draught, dry spell, famine

dry, withered

knew, understood

branch

coquetry, pertness

learn

learn, training, teaching, instruction

hopes to revive

the fate of the unfortunate is with him everywhere, where something is expected to be found and not available by coincident

clever woman

(of drought) occur

is still too young, is still inexperienced

friend, companion

to boast (of), brag (about)

generosity

liberal, bountiful, generous