Key Vocabulary

Question 1

What does the word ‘flair’ mean?

Answer 1

A natural talent or skill.

Question 2

True or False: ‘Flair’ can refer to style or originality.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Someone with a flair for music has a natural ______ for it.

Answer 3

talent

Question 4

What is a synonym for ‘flair’?

Answer 4

Style

Question 5

Which of the following best describes ‘oppose’? A) To support B) To resist C) To ignore

Answer 5

B) To resist

Question 6

True or False: To oppose something means to agree with it.

Answer 6

False

Question 7

What does it mean to ‘oppose’ a decision?

Answer 7

To disagree with or contest the decision.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: Activists often ______ policies they believe are unjust.

Answer 8

oppose

Question 9

What is a synonym for ‘oppose’?

Answer 9

Resist

Question 10

What is a ‘trailblazer’?

Answer 10

A person who is the first to do something, paving the way for others.

Question 11

True or False: A trailblazer can refer to someone who follows established paths.

Answer 11

False

Question 12

Fill in the blank: A ______ is often seen as a pioneer in their field.

Answer 12

trailblazer

Question 13

What does ‘retort’ mean?

Answer 13

To reply sharply or in a witty manner.

Question 14

True or False: A retort is always a positive response.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

Fill in the blank: When challenged, she had a quick ______ ready.

Answer 15

retort

Question 16

What is a synonym for ‘retort’?

Answer 16

Reply

Question 17

What does it mean to ‘revolutionise’ something?

Answer 17

To completely change something in a big, important way.

Question 18

True or False: To revolutionise implies small changes.

Answer 18

False

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The invention of the internet has ______ communication.

Answer 19

revolutionised

Question 20

What is a synonym for ‘transform’?

Answer 20

Revolutionise

Question 21

What is the opposite of ‘support’?

Answer 21

Oppose

Question 22

What is the definition of ‘polemic’?

Answer 22

A strong verbal or written attack on someone or something.

Question 23

True or False: A polemic can be used to describe a neutral discussion.

Answer 23

False

Question 24

What does it mean to ‘empower’ someone?

Answer 24

To give someone the authority or power to do something.

Question 25

Which of the following is a synonym for 'empower'? A) Restrict B) Enable C) Discourage

Answer 25

B) Enable

Question 26

True or False: Empowerment can lead to increased self-esteem.

Answer 26

True

Question 27

What does it mean to 'unify' a group?

Answer 27

To bring together individuals or elements to form a cohesive whole.

Question 28

What is the definition of 'inequality'?

Answer 28

The state of not being equal, especially in status, rights, or opportunities.

Question 29

Which of the following is an example of inequality? A) Equal pay for equal work B) Discrimination based on race C) Shared resources

Answer 29

B) Discrimination based on race

Question 30

True or False: Inequality can exist in various forms, including economic and social.

Answer 30

True

Question 31

Which word describes a discussion that is often contentious and argumentative?

Answer 31

Polemic

Question 32

True or False: Polemics are typically objective and unbiased.

Answer 32

False

Question 33

What might serve as a catalyst for social change?

Answer 33

A significant event, such as a protest or landmark legislation.