AICE EGP 2023

Vocabulary words for the EGP summer assignment.

globalization

the increase of trade around the world, especially by large companies producing and trading goods in many different countries:

modernization

the process of starting to use the most recent methods, ideas, equipment, etc. so that something becomes or seems more modern:

conformity

behavior that follows the usual standards that are expected by a group or society:

renewable resources

a natural resource that cannot be used up or it is one that can be replaced within a human life span.

non-renewable resources

existing in limited quantities that cannot be replaced after they have all been used

emissions

the act of sending gas, heat, light, etc. out into the air

deforestation

the action of clearing a wide area of trees

energy independence

the state in which a nation does not need to import energy resources to meet its energy deman

alternative medicine

any of a range of medical therapies that are not regarded as orthodox by the medical profession, such as herbalism, homeopathy, and acupuncture.

civil liberties

the state of being subject only to laws established for the good of the community, especially with regard to freedom of action and speech

incarceration

the state of being confined in prison

economic sanctions

the withdrawal or suspension of the usual trade and financial relations with a country

dictatorship

 an authoritarian style of government in which one leader has complete control over the country

totalitarianism

 a form of government that attempts to assert total control over the lives of its citizens

oppression

prolonged cruel or unjust treatment or contro

military coup

a violent overthrow carried out by members of the armed forces

diplomacy

the profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations, typically by a country's representatives abroad.;the art of dealing with people in a sensitive and effective way

small businesses

a privately owned corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship that has fewer employees and less annual revenue than a corporation or regular-sized business

large corporations

a type of business organization that has a significant number of resources, employees, and market presence has a high level of revenue and market capitalization. Large corporations often have a hierarchical structure and are governed by a board of directors. Examples include Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, and Walmart.

consumerism

the protection or promotion of the interests of consumers.

free market economy

an economic system based on supply and demand for goods and services, with little to no government control involved in its operation.

supply and demand

the amount of a commodity, product, or service available and the desire of buyers for it, considered as factors regulating its price

privatization

the transfer of a business, industry, or service from public to private ownership and control

outsourcing

obtain (goods or a service) from an outside or foreign supplier, especially in place of an internal source

philanthropy

the desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes

censorship

blocks something from being read, heard, or seen

developing

growing and becoming more mature, advanced, or elaborate

developed countries

a state with **a high quality of life, developed economy, and advanced** technological. 

infrastructure

the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities (e.g. buildings, roads, power supplies) needed for the operation of a society or enterprise

patriotism

 devotion to and vigorous support for one's country

nationalism

identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations

international affairs

events and activities that involve the governments, politics, economies, etc. of different countries

foreign aid

 a transfer of financial resources or commodities 

humanitarian efforts

save lives and alleviate suffering by ensuring that vulnerable and crisis-affected individuals receive assistance and protection

gross domestic product

a measure of the total value of all goods and services produced within a country's borders during a specific time period, usually a year.

immigration

the process of individuals moving from one country to another with the intention of residing there permanently or for an extended period.

migration

 **the process of people traveling to a new place to live, usually in large numbers**

emigration

the process of leaving a country in order to live permanently in another country

travel and tourism

the activity of travelling to and visiting places outside one’s home country for leisure

analyze

examine in detail to show meaning, and to identify elements and the relationship between them

assess

make an informed judgement

compare

identify/comment on similarities and/or differences

consider

review and respond to the given information

contrast

identify/comment on differences

demonstrate

show how or give examples

describe

share the points of a topic/give characteristics and main features

develop

take forward to a more advanced stage or build upon given information

discuss

write about issues or topics in a depth in a structured way

evaluate

judge or calculate the quality, importance, amount, or value of

examine

investigate closely, in detail

explain

set out purposes or reasons/make the relationship between things evident/provide why and/or how and support with relevant evidence

give

produce an answer from a given source or recall/memory

identify

name/select/recognize

justify

support a case with evidence/argument

state

express in clear terms

suggest

apply knowledge and understanding to situations where there are a range of valid responses in order to make proposals

summarize

select and present the main points, without detail

AO 1 Selection and application of information

\-Demonstrate understanding of information

\-Identify, select, and interpret relevant data, information & examples

\-Apply information that exemplifies ideas and opinions

AO 2 Analysis and Evaluation

\-Demonstrate the ability to analyze the meaning of language as used in its context

\-Develop explanations with examples, analysis,&evaluation

\-Develop, analyze, and evaluate arguments and make supported judgements

AO 3 Communicating using written English

\-Write structured responses, using a range of appropriate language for a variety of purposes

\-Communicate information, ideas and opinions clearly and accurately

\-Construct cohesive and organized responses, linking ideas and arguments