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What does the expression 'to have a corner on something' mean?
What does the expression 'to have a corner on something' mean?
- To dominate and have exclusive control over something (correct)
- To allow someone else to take charge
- To share control equally with others
- To be uncertain about one's authority
In what context did Kamala Harris use the expression 'nobody has a corner on good ideas'?
In what context did Kamala Harris use the expression 'nobody has a corner on good ideas'?
- To emphasize individual creativity
- To discourage collaboration
- To claim superiority in ideas
- To suggest ideas come from many sources (correct)
What does 'to cover a lot of territory' imply in a discussion?
What does 'to cover a lot of territory' imply in a discussion?
- To explore a limited range of topics
- To focus solely on one issue
- To avoid difficult subjects
- To address many different topics or areas (correct)
What situation is described by the term 'to be stranded'?
What situation is described by the term 'to be stranded'?
Which example demonstrates the use of 'stranded' correctly?
Which example demonstrates the use of 'stranded' correctly?
How can the expression 'cover a lot of territory' be used in a professional setting?
How can the expression 'cover a lot of territory' be used in a professional setting?
What is the effect of using phrasal verbs when speaking English?
What is the effect of using phrasal verbs when speaking English?
What is the connotation of the phrase 'to have a corner on the market'?
What is the connotation of the phrase 'to have a corner on the market'?
Which phrasing suggests collaboration instead of exclusivity?
Which phrasing suggests collaboration instead of exclusivity?
What does the phrase 'to have a corner on good ideas' imply about creativity?
What does the phrase 'to have a corner on good ideas' imply about creativity?
What does the expression 'to pass the baton' imply?
What does the expression 'to pass the baton' imply?
What does 'to vet someone' mean?
What does 'to vet someone' mean?
The phrase 'up and down the ticket' refers to what?
The phrase 'up and down the ticket' refers to what?
What does the verb 'to endorse' mean in a political context?
What does the verb 'to endorse' mean in a political context?
The expression 'dare I say' is used to indicate what?
The expression 'dare I say' is used to indicate what?
When is something said to be 'at stake'?
When is something said to be 'at stake'?
What does 'to plunder' imply?
What does 'to plunder' imply?
Which term is more casual and implies warmth?
Which term is more casual and implies warmth?
What does the idiomatic expression 'like taking candy from a baby' imply?
What does the idiomatic expression 'like taking candy from a baby' imply?
What does it mean to be 'hanging by a thread'?
What does it mean to be 'hanging by a thread'?
What does the term 'office' refer to in a political context?
What does the term 'office' refer to in a political context?
What does the phrasal verb 'to wrap up' mean?
What does the phrasal verb 'to wrap up' mean?
What does it mean if a candidate is described as being 'vetted'?
What does it mean if a candidate is described as being 'vetted'?
In a political campaign, what does the expression 'to take office' mean?
In a political campaign, what does the expression 'to take office' mean?
Study Notes
Political Vocabulary
- To pass the Baton means to pass responsibility or leadership from one person to another.
- To vet someone means to thoroughly check or investigate someone, usually to determine if they are suitable for a job or position.
- A ticket in politics refers to a group of candidates running together in an election, typically from the same party.
- To endorse someone means to publicly or officially support them.
- The Press refers to the news and journalists.
Everyday Expressions
- Dare I say is used to introduce an opinion that might be controversial or surprising.
- At stake means something important that is at risk or being decided.
- To plunder means to steal or take by force, especially in a chaotic situation.
- Folks is a more casual term for people, often used to convey warmth and friendliness.
- It’s like taking candy from a baby means something is very easy to do, often done unfairly.
- To be hanging by a thread means to be in a very unstable or dangerous situation.
- The highest office in our land refers to the presidency of the United States.
- To wrap up means to finish or complete something.
- To have a corner on something means to have exclusive control or dominance over something.
- To cover a lot of territory means to do many things or address many topics.
- To be stranded means to be left alone, usually in a helpless situation, without a way to move forward.
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Test your knowledge of political vocabulary and everyday expressions with this engaging quiz. From understanding key political terms to recognizing casual phrases, this quiz covers a diverse range of language used in different contexts. Challenge yourself and see how many you know!
