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01.06 or 01.07Checks and balancesA fundamental principle of American government, guaranteed by the Constitution, whereby each branch of the government (executive, judicial, and legislative) has some measure of influence over the other branches and may choose to block procedures of the other branches.
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01.05.16ContinentOne of 7 large landmasses on Earth
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01.04.16Preliminariesan action or event preceding or preparing for something fuller or more important.
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01.04.16Geographythe study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, and of human activity as it affects and is affected by these, including the distribution of populations and resources, land use, and industries.
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12.15.15Anecdotalbased on personal accounts rather than facts or research.
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12.14.15Lobbyingseek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue.
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12.11.15Reliabilitythe ability to be relied on or depended on, as for accuracy, honesty, or achievement.
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12.11.15Validitythe quality of being logically or factually sound
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12.07Currencya system of money in general use in a particular country
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12.02 or 12.03Reflectionserious thought or consideration
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12.01.15Pluralitythe number of votes cast for a candidate who receives more than any other but does not receive an absolute majority.
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12.01.15MajorityIn elections, a majority happens when more than half of the electorate votes for one candidate. For example, if a candidate gets 50.1% of the vote, she gets a majority
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11.30.15Thesaurusa book that lists words in groups of synonyms and related concepts.
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11.20.15Thesaurusa book that lists words in groups of synonyms and related concepts.
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11.18 or 11.19Word ChoiceThe choice and use of words in speech or writing.
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11.16.15Terrorismthe use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political aims.
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11.13.15Compromisean agreement or a settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.
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11.12Veteran’s Dayan official United States public holiday, observed annually on November 11, that honors military veterans, that is, persons who served in the United States Armed Forces.
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11.09Audiencegroup of people who participate in a show or encounter a work of art, literature (in which they are called "readers"), theatre, music (in which they are called "listeners"), video games (in which they are called "players"), or academics in any medium.
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11.06InevitableCertain to happen; unavoidable.
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11.04 or 11.05Plausible(Of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable
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11.04 or 11.05Anecdotalbased on personal accounts rather than facts or research.
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11.03.2015Brand
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11.02.2015Brandis a name, term, design, symbol or other feature that distinguishes one seller's product from those of others. Brands are used in business, marketing, and advertising.
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10.30.2015Halloweenthe night of October 31, the eve of All Saints' Day, commonly celebrated by children who dress in costume and solicit candy or other treats door-to-door.
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10.28 or 10.29Children's Bookchildren's book
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10.27.2015Independencethe fact or state of being independent.
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10.26.2015Delcarationa formal or explicit statement or announcement.
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10.23.2015Infractiona broken rule, a violation
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10.21 or 10.22 None
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10.19.2015Superheroa benevolent fictional character with superhuman powers, such as Superman.
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10.18.2015Adviceguidance or recommendations concerning prudent future action, typically given by someone regarded as knowledgeable or authoritative.
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10.16.2015Virtual realitythe computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way by a person using special electronic equipment, such as a helmet with a screen inside or gloves fitted with sensors.
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10.14 or 10.15Holidaya day of festivity or recreation when no work is done.
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10.09.15Transparent honestycandid, direct, clear honesty
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10.09.15Respectfulfeeling or showing deference and respect
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10.07 or 10.08ComprehensiveComplete; including all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.
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10.07 or 10.08Cash crops crops, such as tobacco, sugar, and cotton, raised in large quantities in order to be sold for profit.
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10.07 or 10.08Predictiona forecast; a prediction of something
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10.06.15Anonymous(of a person) not identified by name; of unknown name.
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10.05.15apathylack of interest or concern, especially regarding matters of general importance or appeal; indifference
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10.02.15Allegienceloyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause.
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09.30 or 10.01Sovereigntythe authority of a state to govern itself or another state
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09.28.15Reflectionserious thought or consideration
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09.25.15Proper Headinghow to properly title one’s paper or assignment
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09.24.15Cardinal directionsnorth, south, east, west
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09.24.15Hooka statement or idea designed to catch people's attention.
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09.22.15Colonya country or area under the full or partial political control of another country, typically a distant one, and occupied by settlers from that country.
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09.21.15QualityThe standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something: "quality of life".
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09.21.15QuantityThe amount or number of a thing not usually estimated by spatial measurement: "the quantity of the fruit can be controlled".
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09.18.15BiasAn inclination or preference that influences judgment from being balanced or even-handed
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09.16 or 09.17Labelingattach a label to (something).
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09.16 or 09.17Analogycomparison of two different things that are similar in some way.
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09.16 or 09.17Ironythe expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.
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09.16 or 09.17Exaggerationto make an overstatement or to stretch the truth, hyperbole
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09.15.15Political Cartoon
illustrations or comic strips containing a political or social message that usually relates to current events or personalities. Cartoonists use specific devises to get their message across:
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09.11.15Remembrancethe action of remembering something.
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09.09 or 09.10Close Readingclose reading means reading to uncover layers of meaning that lead to deep comprehension. Close, analytical reading stresses engaging with a text of sufficient complexity directly and examining meaning thoroughly and methodically, encouraging students to read and reread deliberately.
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09.08.15Annotateadd notes to (a text or diagram) giving explanation or comment.
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09.04.15Contractiona shortened form of a word or group of words, with the omitted letters often replaced in written English by an apostrophe
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09.02 or 09.03Point of view
A manner of viewing things
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09.02 or 09.03Perceptionthe process of how one analyzes and takes in (visual and sensory) information
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09.01.15Descriptive LanguageInvolves describing an object or concept using the five senses (i.e., sight, hearing, touch, smell, taste). Although you may not actually hear, touch, smell, or taste the the object or concept, you can still use these senses to express their feelings. For example, with art, does the art feel "warm" or "cold"? Is it "loud" or "quiet"? Does it taste "sweet" or "bitter"? etc.
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08.31.15RevisionAn edited or improved version
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08.28.15Reputation
overall quality or character as seen or judged by people in general
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08.28.15Point of view
A manner of viewing things
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08.27.15Class RulesList
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