extremely bright (idiom)

here below(this side of the grave)

mixed up

study by the light of snow reflection or glowworms

be in apple-pie order

to worry oneself sick; to fret

a showy display of one's abilities and spirit(be angular)

lack leaders and soldiers

Anxious and worried

close and intimate friendship

be vicious in one's motives

very particular

impatient(one's face turns red or pale with too much anxiety)

keep one's integrity by contented with simple life

opportunism

speak in a seductive tone(in a winning tone)

careful and conscientions

good soldiers and vigorous leaders

be on the ball(know a thing or two)

accumulate grain against famine