LL Unit 9 Vocabulary

​Standard: A standard is something used to judge, measure or define something else

Example 1. Educational Standards help teachers know what they should teach their students

Example 2. The goods and factory produces must meet certain standards before they are approved for sale on the market

Example 3. Great coaches set high standards of achievement for their players.

Poll

You never know whether your teacher is going to like your work or not. Are your teacher's standards clear?

• Yes

• No

Poll

Everything has to be "just so" in your grandparents' apartment. Do they have high standards for neatness?

• Yes

• No

​controversial (adj)

If something is controversial, it stirs up disagreement or debate.

Example 1: When it was first passed, the seat belt law was very controversial; some people thought it was a good idea and others thought it violated their freedom.

Example 2: Around 100 years ago, the idea that women should have the right to vote was extremely controversial.

Multiple Choice

Critics and viewers alike agree; a new movie about outer space is fantastic. Is the movie controversial?

• Yes

• No

​transport: (v)
To transport something is to move it from one place to another, usually in a vehicle of some sort.

Example 1: Eighteen wheelers transport goods from one region to another

Example 2: Ski lifts transport skiers from the bottom of a mountain to the top


Example 3: It can be tricky to transport large animals from one zoo to another.

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You walk to school. Does the school bus transport you?​ ​

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Your parents own a moving company. Do they help transport people's belongings? ​

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​Prone (to) (adj)
The word prone is often used with the preposition to: prone to.

Example 1: People with vertigo may be prone to getting dizzy when they look down.

Example 2: In the spring, this area is prone to rainy days.

Example 3: I am prone to sleeping a little later on weekends.

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When you wear a certain pair of shoes, you trip a lot. Do the shoes make you prone to tripping? ​

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​previously (adv)
Previously means "earlier" or "before"

Example 1: Previously this year, we read a chapter from the novel White Fang.

Example 2: At the beginning of a TV show episode, viewers are sometimes given reminders about what happened previously.
Example 3 People usually return to a restaurant they previously visited and enjoyed.

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When you were in elementary school, you learned to read. Did you learn to read previously? ​

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Tomorrow you will drive a car for the first time. Have you driven previously? ​

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​image (n)

An image is a picture of something in your mind.

Example: The image I had of the Grand Canyon was nothing like the real thing.

Example: Some people say it is difficult to meditate. This is because when you close your eyes and try to get quiet, dozens of thoughts and images instantly spring to life.

Example: Some people avoid horror movies because they don't want certain images trapped in their minds forever.

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You're looking at the most beautiful flower you've ever seen. Is the flower an image? ​

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You saw a shirt at the mall and really liked it. When you went back to buy it, though, it wasn't anything like you remembered. Did you have a clear image of it? ​

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​media (n)

Media is a plural noun. It refers to forms of communication, such as TV, radio, newspapers, and the Interned, as a group.

Example: Social media is a way to stay connected to friends and Family.

Example: Some experts believe that tuning in to the media at all times of the day is unhealthy.

Example: Media coverage of an approaching storm can help people know when and how to stay safe.

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Your uncle is planning to run for public office, but only your family knows. Has the story been covered by the media? ​

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​implement (v)

Implement means "to put something into action or put it to use.

Example: I would like to see the leaders of our town implement a plan for creating more green space.

Example: It is wise for young adults to implement a savings plan for retirement.

Example: The government recently implemented a new health care law.

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The neighborhood group canceled plans to help homeless people in the area. Did the group implement the plan?​

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The community college decided to ask senior citizens to teach classes in their skill areas. This year, six of the school's instructors are senior citizens. Has the school implemented the plan?​

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​Distinct (adj) If something is distinct, it is notable or strong and definite.

Example: Twins often resemble each other but have distinct personalities

Example: Spanish and Russian are two distinct languages

Example: The band played perfectly and earned the distinct honor of placing first place in the competition.

Multiple Choice

You are in biology class. You have a test today and you're prepared. Do you have a distinct advantage over a student who did not study for the test?

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Your mother's side of the family comes from Kenya, and your father's side of the family comes from Indonesia. Are the two branches of the family distinct?

• Yes

• No

​Inhibition (n) An inhibition is a feeling of fear or embarrassment that keeps you from doing something.

Example: When I was a student, my inhibitions sometimes kept me from speaking up in class

Example: People who suffer from social inhibitions may feel uncomfortable at parties and meetings.

Example: Very outspoken people seem to have few inhibitions when it comes to sharing their opinions.

Multiple Choice

A friend asks you to dance, but you say "no" because you feel like everyone will be watching you. Do you have inhibitions about dancing?

• yes

• no

Multiple Choice

The talent show is coming up. You, your sister, and your brother are looking forward to performing a cultural dance you learned as kids. Do you have inhibitions about performing?

• yes

• no