MLS Sociology, Vocabulary

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rip their head off  

1. There is ____________________on the streets.  People are rioting and burning things and breaking into shops.

2. We shouldn't talk so loud as I think there is someone listening to our conversation.  I think there is a ___________in this room.

3. People who work for spy agencies like the CIA have a career in ___________________.

4. I was so ___________________with my roommate because they said bad things about me.  Now, I want to _______________________!

5. I like to hike for long distances.  My brother is the ______________________.  He likes to be a couch potato and watch movies all day.  

6. Sometimes I talk too much.  This is a ________________of mine. 

7. The teacher received ____________________for saying bad things about students.

Signposts for academic research: 

According to the National Geographic website, Beef Bourguignon originated in Burgundy, a city in the eastern part of France. 

 Based on research, people’s daily habits have a significant impact on their ability to get sleep at night. 

 Well-known doctors have suggested that everyone gets 7-8 hours a night of sleep to feel rested.

 Doctors/experts have found that 7-8 hours of sleep at night is essential for a well-rested body. 

 Scholars in the field of sleep study have found that people who sleep 7-8 hours a night are well-rested compared to those who do not.

 33% of US adults have stated that they do not get an adequate amount of sleep. 

 One in three American adults state that they are not getting proper rest at night.

 Chocolate is one of the favorite treats for most cultures around the world, and it has been for a long time.  According to the history channel, chocolate’s history can be traced back to the Mayan civilizations of old……