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Which term refers to an idea that is innovative or original?

  • Customary
  • Novel Idea (correct)
  • Expectedly
  • Widespread
  • What does 'put the cart before the horse' imply?

  • To act in a disorganized manner (correct)
  • To confuse two unrelated tasks
  • To take unnecessary precautions
  • To prioritize the correct order of actions
  • Which term describes a situation or action that is noticeably uncommon or different?

  • Prevalent
  • Exceptional (correct)
  • Commonplace
  • Remote
  • What does 'take into account' mean in decision-making processes?

    <p>To consider relevant factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible effect of 'anxiety' in everyday situations?

    <p>Discomfort and unease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'condition' refer to in the context of requirements?

    <p>A prerequisite or requirement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the phrase 'for the sake of something'?

    <p>To achieve a specific purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the idiom 'make room for' generally imply?

    <p>To accommodate someone or something new</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'keep pace with' indicate?

    <p>To match the speed or progress of something</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'take into account' suggest?

    <p>To consider various factors in a decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vocabulary and Phrases

    • Condition: State of something, influencing its quality or performance.
    • For the sake of something: Doing something for the benefit or interest of a person or thing.
    • Make room for: Creating space or opportunity for someone or something new.
    • Keep pace with: Progressing or maintaining a speed that is equal to others.
    • Take into account: Considering something when making a decision.
    • Make progress: Advancing or developing in a certain area or goal.
    • Cart: A vehicle typically used for transporting goods.
    • Ox: A domesticated bovine animal used for labor, often found in agricultural contexts.
    • Buffalo: Large hoofed mammals commonly found in grasslands and wetlands, utilized for various purposes.

    Expressions and Common Phrases

    • Put the cart before the horse: Doing things in the wrong order.
    • Eye contact: Direct visual connection with another person's eyes, indicating attention or communication.
    • Anxiety: A state of apprehension or unease about potential events.
    • Out of the blue: Something unexpected that occurs suddenly.
    • Boredom: A state of mind resulting from a lack of interest or excitement.

    Emotions and Reactions

    • Apprehension: Anxiety or fear about future events.
    • Joy: A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
    • Expectedly: In a manner that is anticipated; commonly predicted.
    • Surprisingly: In a manner that causes astonishment or unexpectedness.
    • Suddenly: Occurring abruptly or unexpectedly.

    Descriptive Words

    • Wide: Extending a significant distance from side to side.
    • Spread: To extend over a wide area; can refer to the dispersion of information or physical items.
    • Widespread: Something that is distributed or occurring over a large area.
    • Novel idea: A fresh or unique concept that is new and innovative.

    Educational Terms

    • Homeschooling: Education of children at home by parents or tutors instead of in a traditional school setting.
    • Away from someone/somebody: A state of physical distance or separation from an individual.
    • Relatively: Considered in relation or in proportion to something else.
    • Attendance: The act of being present at a place, especially in educational contexts.
    • Prevalent: Widespread in a particular area or at a particular time.

    Social and Cultural Concepts

    • Customary: According to the customs or usual practices of a particular group or society.
    • Exceptional: Unusually good; outstanding compared to others.
    • Majority: The greater part or number; more than half.
    • Minority: A smaller group within a larger population.
    • Variety: A range of different things, indicating diversity.

    Geographic Terms

    • Remote: Distant or far away from populated areas.
    • Outback: Remote and sparsely populated regions in Australia.
    • Wild: Untamed and in a natural state, often referring to wildlife.

    Action and Development

    • Devote: To dedicate time or resources to something specific.
    • Much of: A large proportion or extent of something.
    • Movement: The act of changing position or place; can refer to trends or social movements.
    • Available: Accessible or obtainable; refers to resources that can be utilized.

    Feelings and Attitudes

    • Dissatisfied: Not content or happy with something; displeased.
    • Philosophy: A set of beliefs or values guiding a person’s behavior and decisions.
    • Concern: A feeling of worry or anxiety; often about something important.
    • Safety: The condition of being protected from danger or harm.

    Comparative and Conditional Expressions

    • Although: A conjunction indicating contrast or exception.
    • Alternative: An option or choice in place of another.
    • Intend: To have a plan or purpose in mind.
    • Must: An expression of necessity or obligation.
    • Adequately: Sufficiently; in a way that meets the required standards.

    Applicability and Sufficiency

    • Applicably: Relevant or suitable in context.
    • Sufficient: Enough to meet the needs or requirements.
    • Rural area: Regions outside towns and cities, typically characterized by open spaces and farmland.
    • Appropriate: Suitable or proper in the circumstances.
    • Urban area: Regions characterized by higher population density and vast human-built features.

    Common Terms and Actions

    • Sneeze: A sudden expulsion of air from the nose and mouth, often due to irritation.
    • Role: A part played by a person or thing in a specific situation.
    • Can: Indicates ability or capability.
    • Develop: To grow or cause to grow; to bring into existence.
    • Get familiar with: To become acquainted or comfortable with something new.

    Exhaustion and Comprehension

    • Exhaust: To drain of physical or mental resources; to tire out.
    • Exhaustive: Comprehensive and thorough in scope.
    • Thorn: A stiff, sharp-pointed projection found on some plants.
    • Cattle: Domesticated bovine animals raised for meat, milk, and leather.
    • Elder: A person of greater age; can refer to a leader in a community.

    Cultural and Social Events

    • Initiation: A formal admission or acceptance into a group or society.
    • Ceremony: A formal event conducted on special occasions.
    • Instead of: Used to indicate an alternative choice or option.
    • Reach: To arrive at or attain something.
    • Certain: Known for sure; established as true.

    Beliefs and Community Structure

    • Belief: An acceptance that something exists or is true, particularly without proof.
    • Tribe: A social division in a traditional society, often with shared culture and language.
    • Consider: To think carefully about something.
    • Grown-up world: Adult responsibilities and societal expectations.
    • Carry out: To perform or execute a task or procedure.

    Processes and Timeframes

    • Undergo: To experience or endure something, typically significant or challenging.
    • Last for/about: To continue for a specific duration.
    • Warrior: A person engaged in warfare or combat.
    • Shave: To remove hair from the skin's surface using a razor.
    • Herd: A large group of animals, typically grazing together.

    Measurement and Acknowledgments

    • A few: A small number; not many.
    • Owner: A person who possesses or holds something.
    • Similar: Having likeness or resemblance.
    • Mature: Fully developed or advanced; also refers to the act of growing up.
    • Presence: The state of being present in a place.

    Experimentation and Communication

    • Trial: A test of something, especially the performance of a new product or procedure.
    • Fence: A barrier enclosing an area, typically outdoors.
    • Hazardous: Involving risk or danger.
    • Severe: Very great or intense; harsh in effect.
    • Gesture: A movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea or feeling.

    Achievements and Documentation

    • Medal: An award typically given as recognition for an achievement in a field.
    • Express: To convey a thought or feeling in words or actions.
    • Record: To document or store information for future reference.

    Vocabulary Study Notes

    • Condition: State of something; can refer to health, circumstances, or agreement terms.
    • For the sake of something: Doing something for the benefit or interest of someone or something else.
    • Make room for: Create space or opportunity for something new.
    • Keep pace with: Maintain the same speed or level of development as something or someone else.
    • Take into account: Consider or include a factor when making a decision or judgment.

    Additional Words

    • Make progress: Move forward or improve in a particular area.
    • Cart: A vehicle, typically with two wheels, for transporting goods; also refers to a shopping cart.
    • Ox: A domesticated bovine animal, commonly used for draft work.
    • Buffalo: Large, hoofed mammals known for their strength; can also refer to an animal commonly found in American plains.
    • Put the cart before the horse: To do things in the wrong order; prioritizing the less important over the more important.

    Emotional Terms

    • Eye contact: Direct visual connection between two people; important in communication.
    • Anxiety: Feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease about an imminent event.
    • Out of the blue: Something that happens unexpectedly.
    • Boredom: A state of feeling uninterested or impatient due to lack of engagement.
    • Apprehension: A feeling of anxiety or fear that something bad will happen.

    Emotional Responses

    • Joy: A feeling of great happiness or pleasure.
    • Expectedly: Something that is anticipated to happen based on prior knowledge.
    • Surprisingly: Indicates something unexpected occurs.
    • Suddenly: Happening quickly and unexpectedly.

    Scale of Description

    • Wide: Having a greater than average width.
    • Spread: To extend over a larger area; can refer to distributions or physical spreading.
    • Widespread: Commonly distributed; affecting or found in many places.
    • Novel idea: A new and innovative thought or concept.

    Educational Concepts

    • Homeschooling: Education provided at home instead of a traditional school setting.
    • Away from someone/something: Physically distant from a person or object.
    • Relatively: In relation or proportion to something else; fairly or somewhat.
    • Attendance: The act of being present at a place, often used in the context of schools.
    • Prevalent: Generally widespread; commonly occurring or existing.

    Social Structures

    • Customary: Established and accepted cultural norms or practices.
    • Exceptional: Unusual, extraordinary, or not typical; often implies superiority.
    • Majority: The greater part; more than half of a group.
    • Minority: The smaller part; less than half of a group.
    • Variety: The quality or state of being different or diverse.

    Geography

    • Remote: Distant or isolated; far from population centers.
    • Outback: A remote and sparsely populated area, particularly in Australia.
    • Wild: Untamed; existing naturally without human intervention.
    • Rural area: Regions associated with the countryside, often characterized by low population density.
    • Urban area: Regions characterized by high population density and vast human structures.

    Human Experience

    • Devote: To dedicate time, effort, or resources to a particular purpose.
    • Movement: An act of changing physical location or position.
    • Available: Accessible or ready for use; can refer to resources or persons.
    • Dissatisfied: Not content or unhappy with a situation or product.
    • Philosophy: A set of beliefs or principles that guide behavior or thought.

    Safety and Risk

    • Concern: A feeling of worry or interest in a particular issue.
    • Safety: The condition of being protected from harm or danger.
    • Hazardous: Potentially dangerous or risky.
    • Severe: Very intense or extreme; can refer to conditions or situations.

    Interpersonal Dynamics

    • Gesture: A movement of the body that conveys a message or meaning.
    • Medal: A metal disc awarded as a mark of honor for achievement.
    • Express: To communicate thoughts, feelings, or ideas clearly.
    • Record: To document or capture information for preservation or reference.

    Cultural Practices

    • Initiation: A formal beginning or introduction into a group or activity.
    • Ceremony: A formal religious or public event, often with specific rituals.
    • Instead of: In place of; as an alternative to something else.
    • Carry out: To perform or execute a task or duty.
    • Undergo: To experience or endure something, often a change or process.

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