Sadlier Unit 4, Set B vocabulary words

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What does the term 'void' mean in legal context?

Back

Completely empty; having no legal force or effect; empty or unfilled space; to cancel or nullify.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

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What is a 'buffoon'?

Back

A clown; a coarse person.

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CCSS.L.6.1E

CCSS.L.5.4B

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What does it mean to 'inflict' something?

Back

To give or cause something unpleasant; to impose.

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CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

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What does 'controversial' refer to?

Back

Arousing argument, dispute, or disagreement.

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CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

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What does it mean to 'procure' something?

Back

To obtain through special effort; to bring about.

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CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

Front

What is the opposite of 'void'?

Back

Valid or enforceable.

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CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

Front

Can you give an example of a 'buffoon' in literature or media?

Back

The character of the fool in Shakespeare's plays, such as Feste in 'Twelfth Night'.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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What are some synonyms for 'inflict'?

Back

Impose, administer, deal, or wreak.

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CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

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What are some common topics that can be considered 'controversial'?

Back

Politics, religion, social issues, and scientific debates.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.6.6

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What are some methods to 'procure' a rare item?

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Bidding at auctions, networking with collectors, or searching online marketplaces.