Refugee Vocabulary 61-80

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What is persecution?

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Persecution is the act of treating someone unfairly or cruelly, often because of their beliefs, race, or religion.

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What does 'paranoid' mean?

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Paranoid means being unreasonably fearful or suspicious, often feeling like something bad is going to happen.

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Who is considered a refugee?

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A refugee is a person who leaves their home to find safety, often due to war, persecution, or natural disasters.

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What does 'catatonic' describe?

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Catatonic describes a state where a person remains completely still and unresponsive, often due to mental health issues.

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What might someone marvel at?

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Someone might marvel at something impressive or surprising, like receiving an A+ on a difficult test.

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What is the definition of 'safety'?

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Safety is the condition of being protected from harm or danger.

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What does 'emigrate' mean?

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To emigrate means to leave one's country to live in another.

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What is 'asylum'?

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Asylum is protection granted to someone in a foreign country because they have suffered persecution or fear persecution.

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What does 'displacement' refer to?

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Displacement refers to being forced to leave one's home or country, often due to conflict or disaster.

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What is a 'migrant'?

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A migrant is a person who moves from one place to another, often for work or better living conditions.