1ST QUARTER Flashcards

(21 cards)

1
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It refers to an event, idea, opinion, topic or problem that is relevant and in public discourse in our community, or the world at present.

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CONTEMPORARY ISSUE

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It refers to the period from the 20th century up to the present. Events within this period are still remembered by the people today.

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CONTEMPORARY WORLD

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It refers to the time between the 20th century and the present.

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CONTEMPORARY HISTORY

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This word refers to the subjects, themes or problems that affect the society because they are being talked about

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ISSUE

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5
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The origin of information is an original account of happenings

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Primary Sources

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They are the interpretation based on the primary sources

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Secondary Sources

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An actual event or experience that can be proven or modified

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Fact

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A result of a person’s understanding and belief and may give unsubstantial information

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Opinion

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In favor of against one thing, person, or group with another usually considered to be unfair

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Bias

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a type of bias that is left out or not said

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Bias by omission

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a type of bias that is deliberately draw readers/listeners to false conclusions

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Bias by spin

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12
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a type of bias that is highly positive or negative/ derogatory labels

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bias by labelling

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13
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is a thought-out theory or an educated guess about

something. Similar to making a hypothesis

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Inference

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Information about the issue that is not directly addressed in the references, but will logically come to mind.

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Inference

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15
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Is a broad statement that forms a conclusion.

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Generalization

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16
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is a statement of opinion or decision
reached after a careful study of information or observation
of important evidences.

17
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What is the largest volcanic eruption of the past century?

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Mt. Pinatubo (June 15, 1991)

18
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Largest earthquake in recorded history

19
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Deadliest Tornado in recorded history

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Bangladesh - April 26, 1989

20
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It is a 40, 000 km long arc in the Pacific where many volcanoes are formed and earthquakes take place

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Pacific Ring of Fire.

21
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refers to a strong tropical cyclone that takes place in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean, west of the International Date Line