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Exploring Vocabulary: Lesson 1 - Key Terms and Concepts

Dive into Unit 1, Lesson C, where we explore essential vocabulary terms through definitions, examples, and exercises. This lesson features key words such as "cache," "commend," "cur," and "despotic," illustrated in engaging sentences that provide context. Discover how to use these words effectively in various scenarios, from discussions about historical periods to personal experiences. Each term is accompanied by antonyms, synonyms, and various exercises that promote understanding and retention. Enhance your vocabulary for better communication and comprehension!

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Exploring Vocabulary: Lesson 1 - Key Terms and Concepts

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  1. Vocabulary- Unit 1 Lesson C

  2. cache • hiding place to store something The robber led detectives to a cache of stolen gems in the basement.

  3. commend • praise; mention favorably Our class was commended for outstanding behavior when we had a substitute.

  4. cur • worthless dog Lassie is a kind and intelligent animal. Please don’t refer to her as a “cur.”

  5. despotic • of a despot (a monarch having absolute power); domineering; dictatorial; tyrannical The American colonists revolted against the despotic rule of King George III.

  6. dispute • argue about; debate; declare not true; call into question; oppose Charley disputed my solution until I showed him definite proof that I was right.

  7. edifice • building, especially a large or impressive building The huge edifice under construction near the airport will be a hotel.

  8. era • historical period; period of time The atomic era began with the dropping of the first atomic bomb in 1945. The 80’s Era

  9. initiate • v • (1) begin; introduce; originate The Pilgrims initiated the custom of celebrating Thanksgiving Day. • (2) admit or induct into a club by special ceremonies Next Friday our club is going to initiate three new members.

  10. Jolly Roger • pirates’ flag; black flag with white skull and crossbones The Jolly Roger flying from the mast of the approaching ship indicated that it was a pirate ship.

  11. multitude • crowd; throng; horde; swarm There was such a multitude outside the store waiting for the sale to begin that we decided to return later.

  12. perceive • become aware of through the senses; see; note; observe When the lights went out, I couldn’t see a thing, but gradually I was able to perceive the outlines of the larger pieces of furniture.

  13. portal • Door; entrance, especially a grand or impressive one The original doors at the main entrance have been replaced by bronze portals.

  14. reserved • adj. restrained in speech or action; uncommunicative Mark was reserved at first but became much more communicative when he got to know us better.

  15. restrain • hold back; check; curb; repress Mildred could not restrain her impulse to open the package immediately, even though it read, “Do not open before Christmas!”

  16. retract • draw back; withdraw; take back You can depend on Frank. Once he has given his promise, he will not retract it. Pope urged to retract Islam remarks

  17. spine • chain of small bones down the middle of the back; backbone The ribs are curved bones extending from the spine and enclosing the upper part of the body.

  18. stroll • idle and leisurely walk It was a warm spring afternoon, and many people were out for a stroll.

  19. timorous • full of fear; afraid; timid I admit I was timorous when I began my speech, but as I went along, I felt less and less afraid.

  20. tuition • payment for instruction When I go to college, I will probably work each summer to help pay the tuition.

  21. version • v • (1) account or description from a particular point of view Now that we have Vera’s description of the accident, let us listen to your version. • (2) translation THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO was written in French, but you can read it in the English version.

  22. Exercise 1: Which of the two terms makes the sentence correct? Enter the letter of the correct word on your paper. • Isn’t it a pity that this beautiful edifice is going to be ____________? (A) raised (B) razed • Sandra should have been _________ for being punctual. (A) commended (B) reprimanded 3. When it comes into power, a despotic government usually ___________ freedom of speech and press. (A) bans (B) permits • If you _______, there is nothing to dispute. (A) dissent (B) concur • Haven’t you sometimes wished that you could retract something you __________ you had said? (A) regretted (B) wished

  23. Exercise 2: On your paper, write the correct letter from column 2 that matches column 1. Column 1 Column 2 • induct (into a club or society) by special ceremonies • impressive building • historical period • hiding place • impressive door • account from a particular viewpoint • without a backbone • baker’s dozen • worthless dog • black flag with white skull and crossbones • cur • cache • spineless • portal • thirteen • initiate • Jolly Roger • era • version • edifice

  24. Exercise 3: Each word or expression in column 1 has an ANTONYM (or opposite) in column 2. On your paper, enter the letter of the correct ANTONYM. Column 1 • ended • not afraid • censured • ran • failed to see • democratic • reserved • small group • did not withdraw • not argued about Column 2 • strolled • perceived • multitude • disputed • initiated • retracted • commended • timorous • communicative • despotic

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