SAT Vocabulary

What does the word 'aberration' mean in the context of social studies?

• A deviation from the norm

• A type of government

• A social movement

• A historical event

In social studies, what does 'belligerent' refer to?

• A peaceful negotiation

• A warlike or aggressive behavior

• A type of economic policy

• A cultural festival

What is the meaning of 'camaraderie' in a social context?

• A type of government

• Mutual trust and friendship among people

• A historical conflict

• An economic theory

How is the term 'demagogue' used in social studies?

• A leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires

• A type of economic system

• A cultural artifact

• A historical document

What does 'empathy' mean in the context of social interactions?

• The ability to understand and share the feelings of another

• A type of political system

• A historical event

• An economic policy

In social studies, what does 'faction' refer to?

• A small organized dissenting group within a larger one

• A type of cultural practice

• A historical period

• An economic theory

What is the meaning of 'gerrymandering' in political science?

• Manipulating electoral boundaries for advantage

• A type of social movement

• A cultural tradition

• A historical treaty

How is the term 'hegemony' used in social studies?

• Leadership or dominance by one country or group

• A type of economic policy

• A cultural festival

• A historical event

What does 'ideology' mean in the context of social studies?

• A system of ideas and ideals

• A type of government

• A historical event

• A cultural practice

In social studies, what does 'jingoism' refer to?

• Extreme patriotism, often favoring aggressive foreign policy

• A type of economic system

• A cultural artifact

• A historical document