Vocabulary Flashcards

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What is a person's descent?

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A person's descent is his or her family background or ancestors.

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What is propaganda?

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Propaganda is information, especially of a misleading nature, used to promote a particular point of view.

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What does it mean to deport someone?

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Governments deport people by removing them from the country in which they are living.

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What are viewpoints?

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Viewpoints are ways of looking at things.

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What is a phenomenon?

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A phenomenon is someone who is very impressive because of a special ability or wide popularity.

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What does it mean to sign an endorsement deal?

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A person who signs an endorsement deal agrees to publicly say that he or she likes a product or service in exchange for money.

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What does dubious mean?

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If you are dubious, you are doubtful and disbelieving.

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Who are indigenous people?

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Indigenous people are native to an area.

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What are hurdles?

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Hurdles are barriers or obstacles to success.