Days of Infamy Vocabulary

Redress

• A form of punishment for wrongdoing.

• A remedy or compensation for a wrong or grievance.

• A type of legal document.

• A method of resolving disputes through negotiation.

Propaganda

• Biased or misleading information used to promote a particular political cause or viewpoint.

• A form of artistic expression that conveys personal feelings.

• A scientific method for gathering data and analyzing results.

• An unbiased presentation of facts and information.

Internment

• The imprisonment or confinement of people, often during wartime, without trial.

• A type of military strategy used to gain territory.

• A legal process for the release of prisoners.

• A form of rehabilitation for offenders.

Executive Order

• A directive issued by the President that has the force of law.

• A law passed by Congress that requires presidential approval.

• An informal agreement between the President and foreign leaders.

• A judicial ruling that interprets the Constitution.

Racism

• Discrimination or antagonism directed against someone of a different race.

• A belief that one race is superior to another.

• A social movement advocating for racial equality.

• A legal framework to promote racial segregation.

Xenophobia

• Dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.

• A strong affection for one's own country.

• An interest in foreign cultures and languages.

• A belief in the superiority of one's own race.

Pearl Harbor

• A U.S. naval base attacked by Japan in 1941, leading to U.S. entry into WWII.

• A famous battle fought in Europe during World War II.

• A naval base in the United Kingdom during World War I.

• A significant event in the Cold War era.

Civil Liberties

• Individual rights protected by law from unjust government interference.

• Rights granted by the government that can be revoked at any time.

• Privileges that are only applicable during wartime.

• Social rights that ensure equal treatment in society.

Reparations

• Compensation given for an abuse or injury, often related to historical injustices.

• A form of punishment for a crime committed.

• A type of financial investment in the stock market.

• A legal term for a contract breach.

Bigotry

• Intolerance toward those who are different or hold different views.

• A strong belief in one's own opinions without consideration of others.

• A form of prejudice based on race or ethnicity.

• An open-minded approach to diverse perspectives.