The Boy Who Invented TV Selection Flashcard

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What does the word 'patents' mean?

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Legal rights granted for inventions, allowing the inventor to exclude others from making, using, or selling the invention.

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What is a synonym for 'patents'?

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Licenses.

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What is the opposite of 'captivated'?

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Disgusted.

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What does 'passionate' mean?

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Having a strong feeling.

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What is an example of a 'breakthrough'?

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A new cure for a rare disease.

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What does it mean to 'tinker' with machines?

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To experiment with or adjust machines to see how they work.

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What is the importance of asking questions in learning?

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It helps clarify understanding and encourages deeper exploration of topics.

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What does it mean to 'graduate from college'?

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To complete a degree program and receive a diploma.

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What is a 'license'?

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A legal permission to do something, often related to inventions or businesses.

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What does 'disgusted' mean?

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Feeling a strong sense of dislike or disapproval.