Academic Vocabulary 2

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This type of sentence has one independent clause (complete thought with subject and verb).

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simple

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This type of sentence has 2 independent clauses joined by a comma and a coordinating (FANBOYS) conjunction.

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compound

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This type of sentence has 1 dependent clause (that starts with a subordinating conjunction), and 1 independent clause.

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complex

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This is a word that describes or impacts the meaning of another word or phrase in a sentence to make it more descriptive or detailed.

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modifier

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A political theory advocating a society in which all property is publicly owned and each person works and is paid according to their abilities and needs.

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communism

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The action or policy of preventing the expansion of a hostile country, influence, or political system.

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containment

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A sentence that contains two or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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compound-complex

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The deliberate and systematic use of symbols and information to influence public opinion.

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propaganda

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A strong complaint expressing disagreement, disapproval, or opposition, especially in a political sense.

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protesting

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The most sever kind of hunger crisis.

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famine