Anton Leeuwenhoek - a Dutch tradesman and scientist, best known for his work on the development and improvement of the microscope and also for his contribution towards the study of microbiology
carat - n. a unit for measuring the weight of jewels (such as diamonds) that is equal to 200 milligrams
drunk - adj. having drunk so much alcohol that normal actions (such as talking, thinking, and moving) become difficult to do
commit - v. to do (something that is illegal or harmful)
drop - n. a very small amount of liquid that falls in a rounded shape
wrinkle - n. a small line or fold that appears on your skin as you grow older — usually plural
Now it's your turn. What do you think the lesson of this story is? What would you tell the narrator?