Vocabulary Test   Ch. 17-19 (America's Story 3)

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Which situation exemplifies a 'mandatory' action?

  • A requirement to comply with safety regulations. (correct)
  • A voluntary contribution to a charity event.
  • An optional training session for new employees.
  • A suggestion to improve workplace efficiency.

A 'donor' is someone who always receives something of equal or greater value in return for their donation.

False (B)

Explain the nuanced difference between 'argument' and 'accusation'.

An argument involves discussion and differing viewpoints, while an accusation is a claim someone has done something illegal or wrong.

In the context of space exploration, a _ facilitates the transfer of people and equipment.

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Match each word with its closest synonym or related concept:

<p>Craft = Ship Stunned = Shocked Outstanding = Excellent Harassed = Stressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can 'intimidation' be considered unlawful?

<p>When it causes someone to feel scared. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The terms 'decline' and 'destruction' cannot be used interchangeably in financial contexts.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might a prevailing social trend contribute to an increase in segregation?

<p>A prevailing trend that normalizes or encourages division along racial, economic, or social lines can reinforce segregation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A _ is a practical exhibition and explanation which can be used to promote a product, campaign to raise awareness about a cause.

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Match the term with its correct definition.

<p>Arrest = To put or throw in jail Tradition = History Transplant = Transfer or transport Influence = Effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context would the term 'blast' most accurately describe devastation beyond physical impact?

<p>A political scandal that shatters public trust in government. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Actions considered as 'patriotic' are universally seen as beneficial, without potential for negative consequences or ethical concerns.

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How does 'harmony' in social interactions differ from 'politeness'?

<p>'Harmony' describes a state of unity or agreement, while 'politeness' refers to respectful and considerate behavior, which may not always indicate true agreement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term _ can be used to denote an object launched orbit a celestial body for purposes such as communication, weather monitoring, or scientific uses.

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Match the following words with their definitions:

<p>Decline = Decrease Segregation = Keeping apart Massive = Huge or very big Argument = Discussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario best illustrates the complex ethical considerations involved in 'transplant' medicine?

<p>The moral implications of prioritizing patients for organ transplants based on various factors. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An 'occurrence' invariably leads to significant consequences, altering the course of events.

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Differentiate how 'previous' experiences and 'tradition' shape an individual's understanding of cultural identity.

<p>Previous experiences are personal and direct influences, while tradition is inherited from ancestors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term _ is used to describe a state in which someone is so shocked one is temporarily unable to react.

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Match the words with the correct definitions

<p>Craft = Ship Footprint = The impression left by a foot on the ground Forbidden = Not allowed; banned Harassed = Hard-pressed; stressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might the concept of 'racial' identity be used to both unite and divide communities?

<p>By fostering a sense of shared heritage while also leading to discrimination and prejudice. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A judicious 'decision' does not always guarantee a positive outcome, irrespective of external factors or unforeseen circumstances.

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How can a 'protest' serve as a catalyst for societal transformation?

<p>A protest can give expression to dissenting voices, mobilize public opinion, and challenge existing power structures, ultimately prompting social change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of _ involves transferring or transporting genetic material from one organism to another.

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Match the term to its best description:

<p>Donor = A person who donates something Pilot = Flyer Prevail = Spread out Rulings = An authoritative decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the concept of 'influence' differ from 'mandatory' compliance in shaping public behavior?

<p>'Influence' evokes voluntary alignment, while 'mandatory' compliance necessitates adherence through obligation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term 'unmanned' applied to a vehicle invariably indicates that it is entirely autonomous and requires no remote human oversight or intervention.

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In what ways does 'destruction' impact both the physical environment and societal structures?

<p>While 'destruction' affects the physical landscape, the damage has far reaching consequences for the community affected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A society that values _ emphasizes respectful and considerate interactions among its members.

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Match each term to its description.

<p>Assassination = Murder Kidney = Temper Occurrence = An incident or event Protest = Action expressing objection to something</p> Signup and view all the answers

In contexts where resources are severely limited, how might the concept of 'restrict' be applied?

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A 'swing' in public opinion cannot always influence a political argument.

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How does the interpretation of 'tradition' differ between progressive and conservative ideologies?

<p>Progressives may view tradition as needing re-evaluation to address inequalities, while conservatives emphasize preserving tradition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A carefully planned ______ could lead to public mistrust and political unrest.

<p>Assassination</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the word to its context:

<p>Draft = Conscription Harmony = Unity Blast = Blow up or break apart Previous = Occurring before</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic most clearly differentiates the concept of 'patriotic' sentiment from 'racial' identity?

<p>'Patriotic' sentiment emphasizes loyalty to a nation, while 'racial' identity centers on shared ancestry. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a new regulation becomes 'mandatory', there is an implied expectation that all affected parties will willingly embrace and support it.

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How do 'dress' and 'footprint' function as forms of nonverbal communication?

<p>Footprint is the impression left by a foot on the ground. Nonverbal communication includes body language and can be greatly affected by the dress code of an individual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term _ refers to an action expressing objection to something.

<p>protest</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each word to its definition.

<p>Blast = Blow up or break apart Decline = Decrease Mandatory = Required by law Previous = Occurring before</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Donor

A person who donates something.

Pilots

A flyer; someone who operates an aircraft.

Craft

A ship.

Stunned

So shocked that one is temporarily unable to react.

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Unmanned

Not having a staff.

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Footprint

The impression left by a foot on the ground.

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Rulings

An authoritative decision.

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Mandatory

Required by law.

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Blast

Blow up or break apart.

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Occurrence

An incident or event.

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Decision

Resolution reached after consideration.

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Spaceship

Shuttle.

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Satellite

Space station.

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Transplant

Transfer or transport.

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Kidney

Temper.

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Swing

Moving back and forth.

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Arrest

Put or throw in jail.

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Restrict

Limit.

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Tradition

History.

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Harmony

Unity.

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Politely

In a respectful and considerate manner.

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Destruction

Breaking.

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Forbidden

Not allowed; banned.

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Prevail

Spread out.

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Outstanding

Excellent.

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Draft

Conscription.

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Influence

Effect.

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Previous

Occurring before.

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Segregation

Keeping apart.

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Massive

Huge or very big.

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Intimidation

Scaring.

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Accusation

Claim that someone has done something illegal.

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Decline

Decrease.

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Demonstration

A practical exhibition and explanation.

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Racial

Race.

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Protest

Action expressing objection to something.

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Patriotic

Nationalist.

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Assassination

Murder.

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Argument

Discussion.

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Harassed

Hard-pressed; stressed.

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Study Notes

  • Vocabulary list from chapters 17-19

Donor

  • Korean Definition: 도너
  • English Definition: A person who donates something

Pilots

  • Korean Definition: 조종사
  • English Definition: Flyer

Craft

  • Korean Definition: 선박
  • English Definition: A ship

Stunned

  • Korean Definition: 기절
  • English Definition: So shocked that one is temporarily unable to react

Unmanned

  • Korean Definition: 무인
  • English Definition: Not having a staff

Footprint

  • Korean Definition: 발자국
  • English Definition: The impression left by a foot on the ground.

Rulings

  • Korean Definition: 지배
  • English Definition: An authoritative decision

Mandatory

  • Korean Definition: 필수적인
  • English Definition: Required by law

Blast

  • Korean Definition: 폭발
  • English Definition: Blow up or break apart

Occurrence

  • Korean Definition: 발생
  • English Definition: An incident or event

Decision

  • Korean Definition: 결정
  • English Definition: Resolution reached after consideration

Spaceship

  • Korean Definition: 우주선
  • English Definition: Shuttle

Satellite

  • Korean Definition: 위성
  • English Definition: Space station

Transplant

  • Korean Definition: 이식
  • English Definition: Transfer or transport

Kidney

  • Korean Definition: 기질
  • English Definition: Temper

Swing

  • Korean Definition: 흔들리는
  • English Definition: Moving back and forth

Arrest

  • Korean Definition: 체포
  • English Definition: Put or throw in jail

Restrict

  • Korean Definition: 제한된
  • English Definition: Limit

Tradition

  • Korean Definition: 전통
  • English Definition: History

Harmony

  • Korean Definition: 조화
  • English Definition: Unity

Politely

  • Korean Definition: 공손히
  • English Definition: In a respectful and considerate manner

Destruction

  • Korean Definition: 파괴
  • English Definition: Breaking

Forbidden

  • Korean Definition: 금지
  • English Definition: Not allowed; banned

Prevail

  • Korean Definition: 만연하다
  • English Definition: Spread out

Outstanding

  • Korean Definition: 뛰어난
  • English Definition: Excellent

Draft

  • Korean Definition: 징병
  • English Definition: Conscription

Influence

  • Korean Definition: 영향
  • English Definition: Effect

Previous

  • Korean Definition: 이전의
  • English Definition: Occurring before

Segregation

  • Korean Definition: 인종차별
  • English Definition: Keeping apart

Massive

  • Korean Definition: 엄청난
  • English Definition: Huge or very big

Intimidation

  • Korean Definition: 위협
  • English Definition: Scaring

Accusation

  • Korean Definition: 고발
  • English Definition: Claim that someone has done something illegal

Decline

  • Korean Definition: 감소
  • English Definition: Decrease

Demonstration

  • Korean Definition: 데모
  • English Definition: A practical exhibition and explanation

Racial

  • Korean Definition: 인종의
  • English Definition: Race

Protest

  • Korean Definition: 항의
  • English Definition: Action expressing objection to something

Patriotic

  • Korean Definition: 애국의
  • English Definition: Nationalist

Assassination

  • Korean Definition: 암살
  • English Definition: Murder

Argument

  • Korean Definition: 논쟁
  • English Definition: Discussion

Harassed

  • Korean Definition: 괴롭히다
  • English Definition: Hard-pressed; stressed

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