Puzzle 1

Boring periods of time.

Gradually lose momentum or interest.

Israeli communes.

King of the birds balance with limbs wrapped.

Rented living space in a building.

Reversal in direction that undoes an operation.

Rodent capture device often topped with cheese.

Sleep all winter, like a hedgehog or bear.

Study of your family history and lineage.

Wire homes for avian pets.

Yiddish term for a small decorative object.