Key Terms and Concepts

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Describe

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To tell or write about something in detail so others can picture it in their minds.

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Structure

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How something is organized or put together, like the parts of a building or the parts of the government.

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Analyze

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To look closely at the details of something to understand it better and find out how it works.

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Explain

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To make something clear and easy to understand by giving more information.

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Federal

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Relating to the national or central government.

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Officials

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People who hold important positions in the government or other organizations.

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Demonstrate

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To show how something works or how to do something.

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Cite

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To mention where you got your information from, like a book, website, or person.

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Qualifications

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The skills, knowledge, and experience needed to do a certain job.

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Informal qualifications

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Traits or experiences that help someone do a job well but aren't officially required.