Vocabulary enrichment: For five points extra credit, tell me what the difference is between robbery and burglary.
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“I’VE BEEN BURGLED!” Robbery is the taking or attempting to take something of value from another person by use of force, threats or intimidation in the presence of the victim. Burglary is unlawful entry into a structure to commit a felony or theft. Burglary is commonly known as a "break in," or, "breaking and entering." A structure is usually in reference to physical buildings but not cars. Car break-ins or thefts are considered larcenies.
Another Extra Credit Opportunity: from Brian P. Cleary
WITHOUT LOOKING IT UP do you think HIPPOLOGY is the study of: A.) Commune dwellers from the 1960s. B.) Horses C. Medical ethics D.) Brains.
Now, look it up and come tell me why that term is used to refer to the study of . . . . .
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Another:
ANXIOUS vs. EAGER? Often misused, ANXIOUS should be reserved for those times in which anxiety is produced. Use EAGER to show positive anticipation.
Tell me the difference!
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Feeling poetic? Try writing a line from a sensory poem. You take one of these words: LOVE, ANGER, PEACE, FEAR, JOY and tell me what it tastes like, smells like, looks like, feels like or sounds like. Example: Joy looks like fireworks against a night sky. …or…Peace smells like the inside of a candle store.
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Nerd-a-licious fact: The dot over a lowercase i or j is called a TITTLE. Come tell me for 3 extra credit points.
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