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What is the best synonym for 'seeking to flee the pogrom happening in the Middle East'?

  • clearance
  • instability (correct)
  • slaughter
  • populace

Why did people loot after Hurricane Katrina?

  • To acquire necessities (correct)
  • To support local businesses
  • To protest against the government
  • For entertainment

Which of the following was NOT annexed by the USA?

  • Puerto Rico
  • Texas
  • Hawaii
  • Canada (correct)

What does the term 'dowry' refer to in the context of marriage?

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What is a common way to recuperate after a stressful week?

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Which term describes hostility or prejudice against Jewish people?

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What is a characteristic of a communist society?

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What does the word 'curfew' refer to?

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Which of the following is not considered a textile?

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What does the prefix 'pre-' most commonly imply?

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What does 'absolution' refer to?

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Which term describes an intense fear of closed spaces?

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Which phrase best describes the process of convalescence?

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Who might typically live in a ghetto?

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What does 'miserly' imply about a person's behavior?

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What does the term 'pragmatic' mean?

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Which of the following best describes a presumptuous person?

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Can a pragmatic person effectively manage conflicts?

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What is a potential consequence of acting presumptuously?

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If someone is described as idealistic, how might they approach problem-solving?

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What is a dowry?

Property or money a bride brings to her husband upon marriage.

What does antisemitic mean?

Hostile or prejudiced towards Jewish people.

Who is a Communist?

A person who believes in a classless society where all property is owned by the public and wealth is shared.

What is a Textile?

A type of cloth or woven fabric.

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What does 'premature' mean?

Occurring or done before the usual or proper time; too early.

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Absolution

Formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment. Similar to forgiveness.

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Claustrophobic

Fear or dread of closed spaces.

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Convalesce

To recover health and strength gradually after illness or injury.

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Ghetto

A part of a city where members of a particular minority group often live due to social, economic, or legal pressures.

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Miserly

Stingy, cautious with money; unwilling to spend or give.

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What is a pogrom?

An organized massacre of a particular ethnic group, often motivated by hatred and prejudice.

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What does 'loot' mean?

To take possession of something by force or illegally, especially during a conflict or disaster.

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What does 'recuperate' mean?

To regain health and strength after illness or injury, to recover.

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What is a curfew?

A rule or order that restricts people's activities after a certain time, often imposed for security or safety reasons.

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What does 'annex' mean?

To add territory to an existing country or state, often by force or through a treaty.

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Pragmatic

Dealing with things practically and realistically.

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Presumptuous

Overconfident, arrogant, overstepping what is permitted or appropriate.

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How does clothing reflect identity?

The way someone dresses can reflect their personal identity, beliefs, and values.

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How can clothing clarify?

Clothing can help clarify or convey specific information about a person, such as their profession, social group, or cultural background.

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