Vocabulary Assignment 9

The words:

1. community
Meaning: a group of people living in the same area
Example: Our community needs cleaner streets.

2. neighborhood
Meaning: the area around where people live
Example: My neighborhood is quiet and friendly.

3. public conduct
Meaning: the way people behave in public places
Example: Good public conduct makes cities better.

4. social responsibility
Meaning: the duty to help society and behave well
Example: Recycling is part of social responsibility.

5. urban area
Meaning: a city or town area with many people and buildings
Example: Many people live in urban areas.

6. rural area
Meaning: a countryside area with fewer buildings and people
Example: Rural areas are usually quieter than cities.

7. overcrowding
Meaning: when too many people are in one place
Example: Overcrowding is a common urban problem.

8. pollution
Meaning: dirty or harmful substances in the air, water, or land
Example: Pollution affects people’s health.

9. littering
Meaning: throwing trash in public places
Example: Littering makes the park look dirty.

10. traffic congestion
Meaning: too many vehicles on the road causing slow movement
Example: Traffic congestion is stressful in big cities.

11. noise pollution
Meaning: loud and disturbing sounds in the environment
Example: Noise pollution can disturb people at night.

12. public space
Meaning: a place that everyone can use, such as a park or street
Example: People should keep public spaces clean.

13. volunteer
Meaning: to help others without being paid
Example: Students can volunteer to clean the neighborhood.

14. complain
Meaning: to say that something is wrong or unacceptable
Example: People complain about loud noise in the street.

15. respectful
Meaning: polite and considerate toward others
Example: Respectful people follow community rules.