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What term describes a group of people who are listening to a lecture?
What term describes a group of people who are listening to a lecture?
- Choir
- Audience (correct)
- Committee
- Council
Which of the following describes someone who prioritizes the well-being of others above their own?
Which of the following describes someone who prioritizes the well-being of others above their own?
- Altruist (correct)
- Atheist
- Realist
- Optimist
Which term defines a person who does not believe in God?
Which term defines a person who does not believe in God?
- Believer
- Optimist
- Atheist (correct)
- Realist
What is the term for a person who dedicates their studies to the evolution of mankind?
What is the term for a person who dedicates their studies to the evolution of mankind?
Which type of government is ruled by a single individual?
Which type of government is ruled by a single individual?
What do you call a life story written by that same person?
What do you call a life story written by that same person?
Which term describes the surgical removal of a diseased body part?
Which term describes the surgical removal of a diseased body part?
What is a place specifically designed for storing weapons and ammunition called?
What is a place specifically designed for storing weapons and ammunition called?
What is the appropriate term for a place where government records are kept?
What is the appropriate term for a place where government records are kept?
What do you call a person who engages in an activity for pleasure rather than monetary gain?
What do you call a person who engages in an activity for pleasure rather than monetary gain?
What term describes a government that is ruled by nobles or the highest class in society?
What term describes a government that is ruled by nobles or the highest class in society?
Which term best describes animals or plants that primarily live in water?
Which term best describes animals or plants that primarily live in water?
Which class of animals lives both on land and in the water?
Which class of animals lives both on land and in the water?
What is the term for a person who can use both hands equally well?
What is the term for a person who can use both hands equally well?
What is the term for monetary support a court orders one spouse to provide the other after separation?
What is the term for monetary support a court orders one spouse to provide the other after separation?
What is a collection of poems called?
What is a collection of poems called?
What term denotes the act of voluntarily giving up a throne?
What term denotes the act of voluntarily giving up a throne?
Which of the following is appointed to settle differences between two parties?
Which of the following is appointed to settle differences between two parties?
What is the term for someone who studies stars and planets?
What is the term for someone who studies stars and planets?
Who is most likely to believe stars impact human life?
Who is most likely to believe stars impact human life?
Flashcards
What is an audience?
What is an audience?
People listening to a lecture.
What is an altruist?
What is an altruist?
One who thinks of the well-being of others first.
What is an atheist?
What is an atheist?
One who does not believe in God.
What is an anthropologist?
What is an anthropologist?
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What is an autocracy?
What is an autocracy?
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What is an autobiography?
What is an autobiography?
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What is amputation?
What is amputation?
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What is an arsenal?
What is an arsenal?
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What is an archive?
What is an archive?
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What is an amateur?
What is an amateur?
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What is an aristocracy?
What is an aristocracy?
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What is aquatic?
What is aquatic?
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What are amphibians?
What are amphibians?
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What is Ambidextrous?
What is Ambidextrous?
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What is alimony?
What is alimony?
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What is an anthology?
What is an anthology?
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What is abdication?
What is abdication?
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What is an arbitrator?
What is an arbitrator?
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What is an astronomer?
What is an astronomer?
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What is an astrologer?
What is an astrologer?
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Study Notes
- The term for a group of people listening to a lecture is an audience.
- An altruist is someone who prioritizes the well-being of others.
- An atheist is someone who does not believe in God.
- An anthropologist studies the evolution of mankind.
- A government ruled by a single person is an autocracy.
- An autobiography is a life story written by oneself.
- Amputating is the act of cutting off a diseased body part.
- An arsenal is a place where weapons are stored.
- An archive is a place for keeping government records.
- An amateur does something for pleasure, not for money.
- An aristocracy is a government ruled by the nobles.
- Aquatic refers to animals or plants that live in water.
- Amphibians live both on land and in water.
- An ambidextrous person can use both hands easily.
- Alimony is an allowance paid to a wife after separation.
- An anthology is a collection of poems.
- Abdication is voluntarily giving up a throne.
- An arbitrator is appointed to settle a dispute.
- An astronomer studies stars and planets.
- An astrologer believes that stars affect human life.
- An axiom is a statement accepted without proof.
- An agenda is a list of things to be done in a meeting.
- An anarchist seeks to destroy government.
- An almanac is an annual publication including astronomical data.
- A bankrupt is someone unable to pay debts.
- A bigamist is a person with two spouses at the same time.
- A bibliophile is a book lover and collector.
- A bouquet is a collection of flowers.
- Bureaucracy is a government run by officials.
- A belligerent is someone involved in war.
- Biennial occurs every two years.
- Blasphemy is speaking disrespectfully about sacred things.
- A creche is a nursery where children are cared for.
- A cosmopolitan considers the world as his home.
- A chauffeur is hired to drive a car.
- A curator is a museum caretaker.
- A carnivorous animal eats flesh.
- A cannibal is one who eats human flesh.
- Contemporaries are people living at the same time.
- A baggage room is a place for luggage at a train station.
- Cynosure is the center of attraction.
- A connoisseur is a critical judge of art and taste.
- A crusade is a religious war.
- A choreographer teaches dance.
- A cacographist is poor in spelling.
- A calligraphist has beautiful handwriting.
- A cynic mocks others' beliefs.
- A convalescent is recovering from illness.
- A cavalry consists of soldiers on horseback.
- A cardiologist specializes in heart diseases.
- A cartographer draws maps.
- A dormitory is a room for sleeping in an institution.
- A drawn game has no winner or loser.
- An elegy is a poem of mourning.
- An epitaph features words inscribed on a tombstone.
- Democracy is government by the people.
- An omnivore eats all types of food.
- A cardiologist is an expert in heart-related diseases.
- A graphologist studies handwriting.
- A professional is the opposite of an amateur.
- A dermatologist specializes in skin diseases.
- An ethologist studies animal behavior.
- A temple is a place for worship in multiple religions.
- Psychology is the study of the human mind.
- Extempore refers to a speech delivered without preparation.
- A paleontologist studies fossils.
- An imam leads prayers in a mosque.
- Acrophobia is the fear of heights.
- A pedestrian travels on foot.
- Anarchy signifies a government without a ruler or law.
- A lexicographer writes dictionaries.
- A leader leads a group or team.
- A fatalist believes in fate.
- A misogamist hates marriage.
- An abstainer avoids alcohol and meat.
- Botany is the scientific study of plants.
- An anecdote is a short, amusing story.
- A conflagration describes a large-scale destruction, especially by fire.
- A nurse is trained to care for the sick.
- A zoo is where animals are kept for public viewing.
- A spinster is an unmarried woman.
- An interpreter translates speech orally.
- An archaeologist studies ancient things.
- An illiterate person cannot read or write.
- A meteorologist studies weather and climate.
- A tycoon is a very rich person.
- A jinx is an object believed to bring bad luck.
- An architect designs buildings.
- A magician performs magic tricks.
- A composer composes music.
- An actor acts in a play or movie.
- A dentist fixes teeth.
- A granary is a building for storing grains.
- A thief steals.
- A library is a place where books are kept.
- A dictionary is a book of words and meanings
- A hangar is a building where aircraft are stored.
- A tailor makes clothes.
- A broadcaster announces on radio or TV.
- A hospital is a place where sick people are treated.
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