pad – n. an area use for rocket launches or helicopter take-offs

long-range – adj. able to travel great distances

ballistic missile - n. a weapon capable of travelling through the sky over a distance to hit targets

intercontinental - adj. having the ability to travel between continents

illogical – adj. lacking clear, sound reasoning

provocative - adj. causing anger or another strong reaction

isolation – n. the act of being separated from others

pursuing – v. seeking; working to possess