Daily Vocabulary Bank
Opinions • Social Issues • Controversial Topics
Language Constraint:
- Write ONE simple sentence
- The sentence must be about opinions, social issues, or rules
- Use one vocabulary word from the list
- Use a clear subject (I / he / she / they)
The words:
1. radical
Meaning: supporting complete political or social change
Example: He has a radical idea about changing the school system.
2. liberal
Meaning: supporting changes that respect different beliefs and lifestyles
Example: She has liberal opinions about education.
3. moderate
Meaning: not extreme; reasonable or sensible
Example: They took a moderate position in the discussion.
4. conservative
Meaning: preferring to keep traditional ways and avoid big changes
Example: My grandfather has conservative views about family traditions.
5. reactionary
Meaning: strongly opposed to political or social change
Example: Some people had a reactionary response to the new law.
6. censorship
Meaning: the control or banning of books, movies, or information
Example: Many people disagree with censorship of books and movies.
7. compulsory military service
Meaning: required service in the army by law
Example: Some countries have compulsory military service for young people.
8. lowering the driving age
Meaning: making people legally allowed to drive at a younger age
Example: Lowering the driving age is a controversial issue.
9. raising the voting age
Meaning: making people wait longer before they can vote
Example: Raising the voting age would stop some young people from voting.
10. prohibiting smoking indoors
Meaning: not allowing people to smoke inside buildings
Example: Prohibiting smoking indoors can protect people’s health.
Unit 9 • Vocabulary Bank