"Not Everything It Seems" Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is the definition of 'network'?

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to interact with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.

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What does 'low-profile' mean?

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Carrying out activities in a way that does not attract attention.

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What is the title of the article we are currently reading?

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Not Everything It Seems

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What does 'persuade' mean?

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to make someone do or believe something by giving them a good reason to do it.

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What does 'shun' mean?

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to avoid or refuse to accept someone or something.

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What is 'skepticism'?

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An attitude of doubt or a disposition to incredulity either in general or toward a particular object.

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What does 'contrived' mean?

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Deliberately created rather than arising naturally or spontaneously.

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Define 'influence'.

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The capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something.

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What does 'enthusiasm' mean?

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Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

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What is the meaning of 'fact'?

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A thing that is known or proved to be true.