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What is the term for the use of organisms to produce goods that people need?
What is the term for the use of organisms to produce goods that people need?
Who was responsible for changing the Independence Day from July to June?
Who was responsible for changing the Independence Day from July to June?
What is a speech made by a person that reveals their thoughts called?
What is a speech made by a person that reveals their thoughts called?
What is the editorial section primarily concerned with?
What is the editorial section primarily concerned with?
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Which band performed on June 12, 1896?
Which band performed on June 12, 1896?
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What is the metaphor used to describe someone's beauty?
What is the metaphor used to describe someone's beauty?
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Who is recognized as the founder of modern periodic table?
Who is recognized as the founder of modern periodic table?
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What is the highest mountain in the solar system?
What is the highest mountain in the solar system?
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Which historical figure proposed that the Earth is at the center of the universe?
Which historical figure proposed that the Earth is at the center of the universe?
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What term describes the burden imposed on people by the government?
What term describes the burden imposed on people by the government?
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Which philosopher is known for discovering reasoning?
Which philosopher is known for discovering reasoning?
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Which concept is related to the belief that those disadvantaged in life should receive more support from the law?
Which concept is related to the belief that those disadvantaged in life should receive more support from the law?
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Which Indian sacred text is considered ancient and provides spiritual guidance?
Which Indian sacred text is considered ancient and provides spiritual guidance?
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What principle did Thales of Miletus contribute to the development of scientific thought?
What principle did Thales of Miletus contribute to the development of scientific thought?
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Which literary work, written by Turold, explores themes of submission to divinity?
Which literary work, written by Turold, explores themes of submission to divinity?
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Who is the historical figure associated with the theory of use and disuse in evolution?
Who is the historical figure associated with the theory of use and disuse in evolution?
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Which person is known for the discovery of gravity?
Which person is known for the discovery of gravity?
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Which figure is associated with the development of Stoicism?
Which figure is associated with the development of Stoicism?
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What historical event does the Acta de Tejeros pertain to?
What historical event does the Acta de Tejeros pertain to?
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Which of the following describes the Kyoto Protocol?
Which of the following describes the Kyoto Protocol?
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What is the primary purpose of the Writ of Amparo?
What is the primary purpose of the Writ of Amparo?
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Which of the following is classified as a heinous crime?
Which of the following is classified as a heinous crime?
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What does the term 'environmental protection' refer to?
What does the term 'environmental protection' refer to?
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What is one significant characteristic of the Senate in a legislative context?
What is one significant characteristic of the Senate in a legislative context?
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Which of the following was a direct consequence of identifying environmental laws?
Which of the following was a direct consequence of identifying environmental laws?
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Who is primarily associated with the revolutionary struggle against colonial rule in the Philippines?
Who is primarily associated with the revolutionary struggle against colonial rule in the Philippines?
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What does the term 'parasitism' describe in ecological terms?
What does the term 'parasitism' describe in ecological terms?
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What is meant by 'natural law' in moral principles?
What is meant by 'natural law' in moral principles?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary
- Abase: to degrade or humiliate
- Admonitory: serving to warn or advise
- Despotic: exercising power oppressively or brutally
- Tedium: a state of weariness; boredom
- Parsimonious: extremely frugal; stingy
- Dexterity: skill in the use of the hands
- Amorphous: without shape or form
- Demoted: lowered in rank or position
- Cruel: causing great suffering or pain; merciless
- Ennui: a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction
- Stingy: unwilling to spend or give
- Manual skill: skill in using your hands and/or tools
- Shapeless: lacking a definite form
- Fondness: a feeling of affection or liking
- Change: modification or alternation
- Penchant: a strong liking
- Transmuted: changed from one form or substance into another
- Rancor: bitter lasting resentment
- Mundane: commonplace
- Ordinary: usual and not remarkable
- Bitterness: a feeling of deep resentment or hostility
- Profanity: offensive language
- Obscenity: offensive or indecent language
- Impertinent: disrespectful
- Irrelevant: not connected with the subject
- Voracious: having a huge appetite for or eagerness
- Large fire: a big fire
- Conflagration: a large destructive fire
- Aplomb: composure or self-assurance
- Queue: a line of people waiting
- Euphoria: a feeling of great happiness or well-being
- Erudite: having or showing great knowledge or learning
- Acapella: without instrumental accompaniment
- Persiflage: playful mockery
- Carnal: pertaining to the physical body, especially in a sensual way
- Hiatus: a pause or break
- Lapse: to revert from a previous state
- Intrepid: fearless
- Remonstrate: to express protest or disapproval
- Calmness: a state of peacefulness
- Equanimity: mental calmness, composure, and steadiness
- Sophisticated: complex or intricate
- Complicated: difficult to understand or deal with
- Candidness: honesty; frankness
- Frankness: open honesty; straightforwardness
Vocabulary (Page 2)
- Esoteric: intended for or understood by only a small group
- Supernatural: beyond the laws of nature.
- Easily deceive: to trick someone into believing something untrue.
- Loveliness: beauty
- Immature: not fully developed; childish
- Guiltly: feeling or showing regret for a wrong action
- Verbose: using more words than necessary
- Brag: to boast or show off
- Evening party: a party that happens in the evening
- Expert in matter of taste: Someone who knows a lot about taste.
- Plural of Madame: a plural of the female title of respect "Madame".
- Rebirth: revival or renewal
- Well-being / Happiness: a state of health, happiness and general well-being.
- Death blow: A final, devastating blow that results in injury or defeat.
- Special day: An important or significant day.
- Let the buyer beware: Buyer is responsible for knowing quality of goods before purchasing.
- Let the buyer decide: Option for the buyer to decide on the terms of the transaction.
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