Levels 7-9 Week 4 Flashcards
Checks and balances
Definition: A system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful by having powers that limit each other.
Example: The U.S. government has checks and balances to ensure the President doesn’t have too much power.
Comprehension
Definition: The ability to understand something.
Example: His comprehension of the book was impressive, and he answered all the questions correctly.
Eligible
Definition: Having the right to do or receive something.
Example: You must be 18 or older to be eligible to vote in the election.
Enforce
Definition: To make sure a rule or law is followed.
Example: The police enforce traffic laws to keep the roads safe.
Executive branch
Definition: The part of government responsible for implementing laws, typically led by the President or Prime Minister.
Example: The executive branch ensures that laws passed by Congress are carried out.
Flee
Definition: To run away from danger or a difficult situation.
Example: Many people had to flee their homes due to the war.
Founding fathers
Definition: The group of leaders who established the foundation of a country, especially referring to the United States.
Example: The Founding Fathers wrote the U.S. Constitution to create a new government.
Freedom of religion
Definition: The right to practice any religion or no religion without interference from the government.
Example: Freedom of religion is protected in many democratic countries.
Generate
Definition: To produce or create something.
Example: The wind farm generates enough electricity to power the entire town.
Hot-button issue
Definition: A topic that causes strong emotional reactions or debate.
Example: Immigration is a hot-button issue in many countries.
Incentive
Definition: Something that motivates or encourages someone to do something.
Example: The company offers financial incentives to employees who meet their sales targets.
Last-minute
Definition: Done or happening very close to a deadline or at the last possible moment.
Example: He made a last-minute decision to cancel the trip.
Open-minded
Definition: Willing to consider new ideas or opinions.
Example: She is very open-minded and listens to different points of view before making decisions.
Persecution
Definition: Hostility or unfair treatment because of race, religion, or beliefs.
Example: Many people fled the country to escape religious persecution.
Quota
Definition: A specific limit on the amount of something, such as goods or people.
Example: The company has a quota on how many products it can sell each month.
