Inside Out and Back Again Vocabulary Week 1-4

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Free-verse

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A type of poetry that does not have a regular meter or rhyme scheme, allowing for more freedom in expression.

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Tolerable

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Fairly good; not bad. It describes something that is acceptable or bearable.

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Monsoon

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The rainy season in southern Asia characterized by heavy rains, typically occurring from June to September.

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Refugee

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A person who has been forced to leave their country to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster.

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Communism

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A political and economic ideology advocating for community ownership of property and the means of production, where individuals are paid according to their skills and abilities.

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Incense

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A substance that releases a fragrant odor when burned, often used in religious ceremonies.

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Purify

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To remove contaminants or impurities from something, making it clean or clear.

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Humanitarian

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A person who seeks to promote human welfare and social reform, often through charitable work.

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Compromise

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An agreement reached by each side making concessions, often used to resolve disputes.

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Composure

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The state of being calm and in control of oneself, especially in difficult situations.