Vocabulary Day 3

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What does the term 'capturing' imply in a military context?

  • To prevent something from happening
  • To take control of a region (correct)
  • To maintain peace
  • To negotiate terms

An 'abrupt' change is characterized by being gradual and unnoticeable.

False (B)

What does it mean to be 'committed to' an idea?

To be dedicated or loyal to an idea

To __________ means to take control of a zone.

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

Match the following vocabulary words with their meanings:

<p>surrender = yield, give up struggle = conflict, especially a major one alliance = agreement between countries skilled = proficient, expert</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'brain drain'?

<p>Departure of skilled people from a country (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To 'flee' from a situation means to confront it head-on.

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Define what it means to 'frustrate' a plan.

<p>To be a problem for or upset those plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

To __________ means to organize or create a group.

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

What synonym can replace 'struggle' in a political context?

<p>Conflict (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a synonym for 'surrender'?

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

'Flee' means to remain in a dangerous situation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'occupy' a zone?

<p>To take control of a zone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

An alliance is an agreement between __________.

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

Match the vocabulary word with its meaning:

<p>Capture = Take control of a place Form = Create or organize Skilled = Proficient or expert Struggle = A major conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a sudden, unexpected change?

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

'Frustrate' means to successfully achieve a plan.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'brain drain'?

<p>The departure of skilled people from a country.</p> Signup and view all the answers

To be 'committed to' something means to be __________ to it.

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

Which of the following is the best synonym for 'struggle'?

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Flashcards

Capture

To take control of a place or area by force.

Abrupt

A sudden, unexpected change.

Form

To form a group, team, or organization.

Be Committed to

To be dedicated or loyal to a cause or idea.

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Flee

To run away from danger or a difficult situation.

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Struggle

A serious conflict, especially between nations.

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Surrender

To give up, surrender, or yield to an enemy or opponent.

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Occupy

To control or occupy a place or area.

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Alliance

An agreement between two or more countries to support each other.

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Skilled

Having the skills and expertise to do something well.

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Stop brain drain

To prevent skilled and talented people from leaving a country.

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What is an alliance?

A group of people or countries working together for a common goal.

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Occupy a zone

To take control of a place or area by force.

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Surrender to an enemy

To give up and accept defeat.

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What is a struggle?

A major conflict between two or more opposing sides.

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Flee a country

To run away from danger or a difficult situation.

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Be committed to a revolution

To be dedicated to a cause or idea.

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Form a revolutionary group

To create or organize a group or organization.

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What is an abrupt change?

A sudden and unexpected change.

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Capture a city

To take control of a place or area by force.

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Study Notes

World Guardians Basic Class Vocabulary - Day 3

  • Capture: To seize or take control of something. (Synonym: seize)
  • Abrupt: A sudden, unexpected change, especially in government.
  • Form: To organize or create, such as a revolutionary group.
  • Committed to: To be dedicated or loyal to an idea or revolution.
  • Flee: To escape, run away from, or hide from something (e.g., from Cuba).
  • Struggle: A conflict, often between powerful opposing groups (superpowers).
  • Surrender: To yield, give up control, often in a conflict. (e.g., surrender to Allied Forces)
  • Occupy: To take control of a specific area or zone.
  • Alliance: An agreement between countries.
  • Skilled: Proficient, expert, or adept at specific tasks (e.g., skilled workers).
  • Frustrate: To create problems for, upset plans, or hinder.
  • Brain Drain: The departure of skilled people from a country.
  • Stretch: To extend over a specific distance (e.g., stretch for 154 kilometers).
  • Separate: To divide or split something into different parts. (e.g., separate Germany into two countries)

Cooking Vocabulary

  • Chef: A cook, especially a famous one (e.g., TV chef Anthony Oliver).
  • Pointer: A helpful suggestion or tip.
  • Ingredient: An essential component of a mixture, recipe.
  • Close Down: To temporarily stop operations.
  • Unscheduled: unplanned
  • Thanks to: Because of.

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