E1 Final Exam Review

Flashcards about Graffiti, Clara Barton, and a story about a boy wanting to read

Graffiti

An extensive problem in cities, often associated with gangs but not limited to them.

Graffiti's presence suggests

The perception that government is failing to protect citizens and control lawbreakers.

Problems related to Graffiti

Littering, public urination, loitering, shoplifting, gangs and gang violence, property destruction

Types of Graffiti

Gang, tagger, conventional, and ideological graffiti.

Clara Barton

Known as the 'Angel of the Battlefield' for her brave work during the Civil War.

Clara Barton's Service to Humanity

She worked as a teacher and helped with war-relief efforts during the Civil War, founded the American Red Cross, and assisted the hungry, injured, and displaced.

Geneva Convention

Barton convinced President Chester Arthur to sign this convention, and the American Red Cross requested an amendment to also assist victims of natural disasters.

American Red Cross focused on

Assisted victims of forest fires, floods, hurricanes, and famine, both nationally and internationally.

Clara Barton's legacy

She left an impressive legacy of humanitarian aid through her superior organization and selfless service to the United States and the entire world.

Fickle

Marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability, given to erratic behavior.

Hulk

A heavy, clumsy ship.