consequence–n.something that happens as a result of an action or set of conditions
escalate – v.to become worse
sanctions – n.an action to force a country to obey international laws by limiting or stopping trade with that country
demented – adj. not able to think clearly or to understand what is real and what is not real
quagmire – n.a situation that is full of problems
currency– n.the money used by a particular county
lion– n.a large cat
tail – n.the rear end of an animal
mafia– n.a secret criminal group
nightmare – n.a frightening dream