1ST QUARTER Flashcards
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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.
CONTEMPORARY ISSUE
It refers to the period from the 20th century up to the present. Events within this period are still remembered by the people today.
CONTEMPORARY WORLD
It refers to the time between the 20th century and the present.
CONTEMPORARY HISTORY
This word refers to the subjects, themes or problems that affect the society because they are being talked about
ISSUE
The origin of information is an original account of happenings
Primary Sources
They are the interpretation based on the primary sources
Secondary Sources
An actual event or experience that can be proven or modified
Fact
A result of a person’s understanding and belief and may give unsubstantial information
Opinion
In favor of against one thing, person, or group with another usually considered to be unfair
Bias
a type of bias that is left out or not said
Bias by omission
a type of bias that is deliberately draw readers/listeners to false conclusions
Bias by spin
a type of bias that is highly positive or negative/ derogatory labels
bias by labelling
is a thought-out theory or an educated guess about
something. Similar to making a hypothesis
Inference
Information about the issue that is not directly addressed in the references, but will logically come to mind.
Inference
Is a broad statement that forms a conclusion.
Generalization
is a statement of opinion or decision
reached after a careful study of information or observation
of important evidences.
Conclusion
What is the largest volcanic eruption of the past century?
Mt. Pinatubo (June 15, 1991)
Largest earthquake in recorded history
Chile - 1960
Deadliest Tornado in recorded history
Bangladesh - April 26, 1989
It is a 40, 000 km long arc in the Pacific where many volcanoes are formed and earthquakes take place
Pacific Ring of Fire.
refers to a strong tropical cyclone that takes place in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean, west of the International Date Line
Typhoon