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Understanding Key Vocabulary Related to the Arab Spring

This week’s vocabulary focuses on important terms related to the Arab Spring, exploring factors that contributed to this pivotal moment in history. Key terms include "factor," describing influences that shape outcomes, and "authoritarian," referring to undemocratic regimes. The concept of "repression" highlights the suppression of dissent, while "sanctuary" addresses the refuge sought by those fleeing violence. We also delve into "fanatical" support for ideologies, the nature of a "skeptic" who questions accepted narratives, and the "laborious" efforts involved in achieving change.

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Understanding Key Vocabulary Related to the Arab Spring

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  1. Week #25 Vocabulary The Arab Spring

  2. Factors (n) • Definition: Something that actively contributes to an end result. • Sample Sentence: The weather is one factor that needs to be taken into account when planning a picnic.

  3. Occur (v) • Definition: To take place; happen. • Sample Sentence: Snow occurs very rarely in the month of May.

  4. Authoritarian (adj) • Definition: Favoring a concentration of power in a leader or an elite not constitutionally responsible to the people. • Sample Sentence: Prior to the Arab Spring, many Middle Eastern countries were governed by authoritarian regimes.

  5. Repression (v) • Definition: To hold someone or something back. • Sample Sentence: Protests during the Arab Spring have been met with violent repression.

  6. Sanctuary (n) • Definition: A place of protection. • Sample Sentence: As the violence of the Syrian Revolution has worsened, citizens have tried to find a sanctuary in other countries.

  7. Fanatical (n) • Definition: Excessive enthusiasm and often unquestioning devotion. • Sample Sentence: In Chicago, many Bears fans can be considered fanatical.

  8. Skeptic (n) • Definition: Someone who is always questioning and seeking answers. • Sample Sentence: You might say that aliens are responsible for Stonehenge, but I’m still a skeptic.

  9. Laborious (adj) • Definition: Requiring a lot of time and energy. • Sample Sentence: Achieving success in school is often a laborious process.

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