Unit 3: My Perspectives Vocabulary Flashcard (31-43)

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What is a clause?

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A group of words containing a subject and predicate that functions as a member of a complex or compound sentence.

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What does misrepresentation mean?

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False statements or misleading information.

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What does it mean to act confidently?

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To act with the belief that one will succeed.

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Was Ruby Bridges a white student?

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No, Ruby Bridges was not a white student; this statement is false.

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What does it mean to act cautiously?

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To act carefully, to avoid danger.

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Define 'predicate' in a sentence.

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The predicate is the part of a sentence that tells what the subject does or is.

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What is the meaning of 'bias'?

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A tendency to favor one thing over another, often in a way that is unfair.

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What does 'attention' refer to in communication?

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The act of focusing on something or someone.

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What is the definition of 'tradition'?

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A long-established custom or belief that is passed down through generations.

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What does 'frail' mean?

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Weak and delicate; easily broken or damaged.