The Spy of the American Revolution Vocabulary Quizs

Rogue wave

• A small, harmless wave that is predictable.

• An unpredictable and dangerous wave bigger than the waves around it.

• A wave that occurs only during storms.

• A wave that is smaller than the surrounding waves.

rogue (rohg)

• A predictable and trustworthy individual.

• An unpredictable and dangerous entity; can refer to a scoundrel or dishonest person.

• A loyal friend or companion.

• A skilled negotiator or diplomat.

tribute (TRIH-byoot)

• A form of payment for services rendered.

• Something given or done to show respect and admiration.

• A type of tax imposed by the government.

• A legal document granting ownership.

Community use of petitions

• To try to save a historic landmark.

• To gather support for a new park.

• To promote a local business.

• To organize a community event.

Example of devising a plan

• Working with your mom to start an after-school club.

• Planning a vacation with friends.

• Creating a budget for monthly expenses.

• Organizing a family dinner on the weekend.

petition (puh-TIH-shun)

What is a petition?

• A formal request to a government official.

• A written request signed by many people.

• A type of legal document for court proceedings.

• A public demonstration against a policy.

Example of a tribute: Mother's Day

• A day when people pay tribute to their mothers.

• A day for celebrating fathers.

• A day for giving gifts to children.

• A day for honoring teachers.

Use of intelligence in the U.S.

• Relates to threats to the U.S. and information about an enemy.

• Focuses on economic growth and development.

• Is primarily concerned with domestic policy issues.

• Involves cultural exchanges and diplomacy.

intelligence (ihn-TEH-luh-juhnts)

• Information or news, often about an enemy; also refers to being smart and able to learn.

• A type of data storage device.

• A measure of physical strength and endurance.

• A form of artistic expression.

devise (dih-VAHYZ)

• To plan or come up with ideas about how something should go.

• To destroy or eliminate something completely.

• To observe and analyze a situation carefully.

• To create a physical object or structure.