Week of 8/25 Academic Vocabulary

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Reality

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The state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they may appear or might be thought to be.

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Brainstorming

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A group creativity technique designed to generate a large number of ideas for the solution to a problem.

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Flashback

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A scene in a movie, novel, etc., set in a time earlier than the main story.

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Environmental Problem

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Issues that affect the environment, such as pollution, climate change, and loss of biodiversity.

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Fear of Heights (Acrophobia)

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An extreme or irrational fear of heights.

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Cap and Gown

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Traditional attire worn during graduation ceremonies.

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Therapy

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Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.

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Childhood Memories

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Recollections from one's early years, which can influence current behavior and emotions.

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Study Habits

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The practices used when preparing for exams or learning new material.

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Motivation

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The reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way.