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The word "brain rot" was chosen as the word of the year 2024 by Oxford Dictionaries.
The word "brain rot" was chosen as the word of the year 2024 by Oxford Dictionaries.
True
What was the word of the year 2024 according to Macquarie Dictionary?
What was the word of the year 2024 according to Macquarie Dictionary?
enshittification
The Collins Dictionary declared "brat" as the word of the year 2024.
The Collins Dictionary declared "brat" as the word of the year 2024.
True
What word was chosen by the Cambridge Dictionary as the word of the year 2024?
What word was chosen by the Cambridge Dictionary as the word of the year 2024?
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According to Dictionary.com the word of the year 2024 was "demure".
According to Dictionary.com the word of the year 2024 was "demure".
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Which of these words were runners-up in the Collins Dictionary's word of the year 2024?
Which of these words were runners-up in the Collins Dictionary's word of the year 2024?
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What is the name of a movie about a robbery?
What is the name of a movie about a robbery?
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Name one crime podcast.
Name one crime podcast.
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Give one example of a crime TV series.
Give one example of a crime TV series.
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Name one (in)famous criminal.
Name one (in)famous criminal.
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Name a crime other than murder or theft.
Name a crime other than murder or theft.
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Fill in the blank to name the book: Crime and _______
Fill in the blank to name the book: Crime and _______
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In law: homicide is considered the same as what term?
In law: homicide is considered the same as what term?
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A handgun is a type of gun that fits in your hand, includes pistols and revolvers.
A handgun is a type of gun that fits in your hand, includes pistols and revolvers.
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What is the name of a crime in which valuable things are taken violently and illegally?
What is the name of a crime in which valuable things are taken violently and illegally?
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What is the term for smashing a display window in a store and grabbing valuables?
What is the term for smashing a display window in a store and grabbing valuables?
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What is the term for driving a car into a building to gain access for robbery?
What is the term for driving a car into a building to gain access for robbery?
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Theft is a type of crime that can only involve stealing money.
Theft is a type of crime that can only involve stealing money.
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Which of the following are types of theft?
Which of the following are types of theft?
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What is the crime of stealing a car while someone is in it?
What is the crime of stealing a car while someone is in it?
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Joyriding is a term describing the act of driving a car fast and dangerously for pleasure.
Joyriding is a term describing the act of driving a car fast and dangerously for pleasure.
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What is the term for driving off in a car after a robbery?
What is the term for driving off in a car after a robbery?
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Bernie Madoff was known for his elaborate art theft scheme.
Bernie Madoff was known for his elaborate art theft scheme.
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Which of the following terms can be used to describe the action of stopping a robbery?
Which of the following terms can be used to describe the action of stopping a robbery?
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The term "stabbing" is only used when the victim is stabbed with a dagger.
The term "stabbing" is only used when the victim is stabbed with a dagger.
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A revolver is a type of gun with a stationary gun chamber.
A revolver is a type of gun with a stationary gun chamber.
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Study Notes
Midterm Grades
- Midterm (B): Average score - 14.80, Median score - 14.50
- Midterm (C): Average score - 17.16, Median score - 18.00
In-Semester Activities Details
- Midterm Examination: 25 points
- Headlines (4): 20 points
- Mini Project/Podcast: 10 points
- Total points: 55
Upcoming Activities
- December 9th: Crime and Punishment
- December 16th: Pub Quiz (points + chocolate)
- Winter Break: Podcast
- January 13th: Crime and Punishment (additional online lesson)
- January 20th: War and Diplomacy/Entertainment
Oxford Word of the Year 2024
- Brain rot: The supposed deterioration of a person's mental or intellectual state, especially viewed as a result of overconsumption of (particularly online) content considered trivial or unchallenging. Something likely to lead to this deterioration.
Macquarie Dictionary's Word of the Year 2024
- Enshittification: The gradual deterioration of a service or product brought about by a reduction in the quality of service provided, especially of an online platform, and as a consequence of profit-seeking.
Collins Dictionary's Word of the Year 2024
- Brat: Characterized by confident, independent, and hedonistic attitude. Inspired by the Charli XCX album, 'brat' is a cultural phenomenon resonating globally and established as an aesthetic and a lifestyle.
Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year 2024
- Manifest: A wellness trend involving dreaming or willing something into existence in the hope it will become more likely to happen. The word dates back to the 1300s but gained popularity after a surge in celebrity-inspired use on social media.
Dictionary.com's Word of the Year 2024
- Demure: Characterized by shyness and modesty, reserved. A new usage popularized by TikToker Jools Lebron describes refined and sophisticated appearance/behavior in various contexts, especially at work.
Collins Dictionary - Notable Runners-up 2024
- Looksmaxxing: Attempting to maximize the attractiveness of one's physical appearance.
- Anti-tourism: Opposition to or action against large-scale tourism.
Oxford Dictionary - Notable Runners-up 2024
- Dynamic pricing: Varying the price for a product or service to reflect changing market conditions, especially charging a higher price during periods of greater demand.
- Slop: Art, writing, or content generated using artificial intelligence, shared online often with low quality, inauthenticity, or inaccuracy.
Film and Podcast Titles
- Movie: Name a movie which involves a robbery
- Crime Podcast: Name a crime podcast
- Crime TV Series: Name a crime TV series
- In/famous Criminal: Name an in/famous criminal
- Crime other than murder/theft: Name a crime other than murder/theft
- Book: Name the book: Crime and ___
Crime and Punishment 1 (English for Journalists 3)
- Key Reporting Words/Phrases (Collocations): verb + noun (pull off + heist)
- Commit (Crime): verb associated with committing a murder, robbery, etc.
- Robbery (terms): Roof term for: pickpocketing, shoplifting, mugging, burglary
- Pickpocketing: stealing from a passerby's pocket, usually by sleight of hand.
- Mugging: attacking and robbing someone publicly.
- Burglary (Breaking-In): Entering a building illegally
- Heist: Spectacular robbery. Plan, pull off, execute a heist.
- Smash-and-Grab: Smashing a display window to grab items.
- Ram Raid: Using a vehicle to force entry.
- Theft (types and amounts): Petty theft vs. serious theft. Varying thresholds (500−500 - 500−2,500) depending on the state. Car theft, art theft, arms theft, bike theft, employee theft, architectural theft
- Carjacking and Joyriding: Stealing a car from someone inside or driving a stolen vehicle dangerously
- Escaping The methods used to escape after committing a crime
- Foiling a Robbery: Preventing a robbery in progress or planning stages
Other Crime-Related Terms
- Murder: In law: homicide, knifing, stabbing, shooting
- Gun: Firearms (not cold weapon). Handguns (pistols & revolvers). Pistols: Stationary gun chamber, Revolvers: Spinning chamber
- Getting Arrested: Arrested/detained, charges, accusations, trials
- Awaiting Trial: Custody vs. bail (granted or denied). Jump bail.
- Famous Crime: Bernie Madoff (financial fraud).
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This quiz provides an overview of midterm grades, in-semester activities, and upcoming events related to the course. Additionally, it explores significant words of the year that reflect societal trends. Prepare to test your knowledge on academic performance and contemporary vocabulary.
