Three Cheers for the Nanny State

Front

What does 'rational' mean?

Back

Able to make decisions based on reason, not emotions.

Front

Provide an example of a rational decision.

Back

Staying inside during a storm.

Front

What is an adverb clause?

Back

A dependent clause that modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb, often indicating time, reason, or condition.

Front

Identify the type of clause: 'because it was about to rain'.

Back

Adverb Clause.

Front

What is the main idea of 'Three Cheers for the Nanny State'?

Back

The concept that government intervention can help individuals make better choices.

Front

What is a key argument in favor of the 'nanny state'?

Back

It helps protect individuals from making harmful decisions.

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

A clause that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

Front

What is a noun clause?

Back

A dependent clause that acts as a noun within a sentence.

Front

Provide an example of an independent clause.

Back

Zach wanted to go to the store.

Front

What is the opposite of rational decision-making?

Back

Making decisions based on emotions or peer pressure.