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What does it mean to 'carry on'?
What does it mean to 'carry on'?
To 'apply for' something means to ignore the application process.
To 'apply for' something means to ignore the application process.
False
What is the meaning of 'concentrate on'?
What is the meaning of 'concentrate on'?
To focus attention on something
To become accustomed to a new environment means to _____ to it.
To become accustomed to a new environment means to _____ to it.
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Match the following verbs with their meanings:
Match the following verbs with their meanings:
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What does 'tend' imply in communication?
What does 'tend' imply in communication?
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An 'uncivilized' society is considered advanced.
An 'uncivilized' society is considered advanced.
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What does 'warfare' refer to?
What does 'warfare' refer to?
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People who ______ large areas are said to inhabit them.
People who ______ large areas are said to inhabit them.
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Match the following definitions with their corresponding words:
Match the following definitions with their corresponding words:
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What does the word 'sponsor' mean?
What does the word 'sponsor' mean?
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The term 'recess' refers to a time when classes are in session.
The term 'recess' refers to a time when classes are in session.
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What might you do with your designs in a robotics contest?
What might you do with your designs in a robotics contest?
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To organize a volleyball net, you need to ______ it.
To organize a volleyball net, you need to ______ it.
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Which of the following is NOT a synonym for 'fulfill'?
Which of the following is NOT a synonym for 'fulfill'?
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An 'exceptional' athlete is considered average or typical.
An 'exceptional' athlete is considered average or typical.
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What do you need to match certain standards to participate in something?
What do you need to match certain standards to participate in something?
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Several ______ students may require special accommodations.
Several ______ students may require special accommodations.
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What does a 'facility' typically refer to?
What does a 'facility' typically refer to?
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What does 'capture' mean?
What does 'capture' mean?
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An 'abrupt' change is a gradual one.
An 'abrupt' change is a gradual one.
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What does it mean to 'surrender'?
What does it mean to 'surrender'?
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Countries form an __________ to support each other.
Countries form an __________ to support each other.
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Match the following words with their synonyms:
Match the following words with their synonyms:
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What is the meaning of 'flee'?
What is the meaning of 'flee'?
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'Brain drain' refers to the arrival of skilled people in a country.
'Brain drain' refers to the arrival of skilled people in a country.
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How would you describe someone who is 'committed'?
How would you describe someone who is 'committed'?
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The government had to __________ to the demands of the people.
The government had to __________ to the demands of the people.
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Which term describes a major conflict between two superpowers?
Which term describes a major conflict between two superpowers?
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What is the synonym of the word 'capture'?
What is the synonym of the word 'capture'?
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What term describes the departure of skilled people from a country?
What term describes the departure of skilled people from a country?
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Countries often form an __________ to provide mutual support.
Countries often form an __________ to provide mutual support.
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Which word best describes someone who is dedicated to an idea?
Which word best describes someone who is dedicated to an idea?
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To 'frustrate' means to assist someone in their plans.
To 'frustrate' means to assist someone in their plans.
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What is the term for the process of organizing or creating a group?
What is the term for the process of organizing or creating a group?
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A __________ is a major conflict, especially between powerful nations.
A __________ is a major conflict, especially between powerful nations.
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Match the following vocabulary words with their expressions:
Match the following vocabulary words with their expressions:
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What does the word 'exhausted' most closely mean?
What does the word 'exhausted' most closely mean?
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A 'journey' is typically a short trip.
A 'journey' is typically a short trip.
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What is a synonym for 'strenuous'?
What is a synonym for 'strenuous'?
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To 'rely on' something means to _____ on it.
To 'rely on' something means to _____ on it.
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Which of the following best describes 'exotic'?
Which of the following best describes 'exotic'?
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'Transfer' means to move from one place to another.
'Transfer' means to move from one place to another.
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What does 'bump into' typically mean?
What does 'bump into' typically mean?
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What might you do if you are feeling exhausted?
What might you do if you are feeling exhausted?
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An acquaintance is someone you know, but not very _____ .
An acquaintance is someone you know, but not very _____ .
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The Holocaust refers to the genocide of various ethnic groups during World War II.
The Holocaust refers to the genocide of various ethnic groups during World War II.
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Match the following expressions with their corresponding words:
Match the following expressions with their corresponding words:
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To execute a plan or task can be described as to __________ it.
To execute a plan or task can be described as to __________ it.
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What does 'obedience' mean?
What does 'obedience' mean?
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To influence means to trick someone into believing something false.
To influence means to trick someone into believing something false.
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What does it mean to 'mislead' someone?
What does it mean to 'mislead' someone?
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The term __________ relates to the genocide of European Jews during World War II.
The term __________ relates to the genocide of European Jews during World War II.
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What is the primary meaning of 'carry out'?
What is the primary meaning of 'carry out'?
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What does the word 'overcome' mean?
What does the word 'overcome' mean?
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The term 'grant' means to take away rights from someone.
The term 'grant' means to take away rights from someone.
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What is a synonym for 'struggle'?
What is a synonym for 'struggle'?
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To _____ negative emotions means to handle them effectively.
To _____ negative emotions means to handle them effectively.
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Which of the following best describes the term 'unique'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'unique'?
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The Constitution is a set of beliefs and laws by which a country is governed.
The Constitution is a set of beliefs and laws by which a country is governed.
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The act of _____ involves facing difficult situations.
The act of _____ involves facing difficult situations.
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Study Notes
Vocabulary - World Guardians Basic Class - Day 2
- Sponsor: to support or encourage something, e.g., sponsoring a robotics contest
- Submit: to formally give something, e.g., submitting your design for a robot, turning in your work
- Fulfill: to complete a task or function, e.g., fulfilling some kind of function
- Recess: a break from classes/activities
- Set up: to organize or position something, e.g., setting up a volleyball net
- Disabled: having a physical or mental impairment, e.g., several disabled students
- Normal: typical, usual, e.g., be back to normal
- Attempt: Trying to do something, e.g., trying to do something to get students into better shape (or an attempt to do something)
- Represent: to try to do something, e.g., representing your former school
- Qualify: to match certain standards to participate, e.g., qualifying for the state championships
- Exceptional: extraordinary, outstanding, superior, e.g., exceptional athletes
- Facility: building or equipment for a special purpose, e.g., a special training facility
- Carry on: to continue doing something, e.g., carrying on performing like you have been in the past
- Apply for: to formally request something, e.g., applying for a scholarship
- Concentrate on: to focus attention on something, e.g., concentrating on getting used to your new school
- Get used to: to adjust or become accustomed to something, e.g., getting used to your new school
- Tend to: to be inclined or likely to do something, e.g., tendency to say silly things in class
- Inhabit: to live in a place or area, e.g., inhabiting a large area
- Uncivilized: not having the qualities of an advanced society, e.g., an uncivilized people
- Warfare: fighting, war
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Test your vocabulary skills with this quiz focused on the World Guardians Basic Class, specifically Day 2. Each question will challenge you to understand and apply key terms that are essential for effective communication in various contexts. Perfect for students looking to improve their language proficiency.
