The glossary will help me explain different concepts about Social Science. Social Science are essential if we want to understand how humans work and live. There are many subjects to learn in Social Science and the glossary will help us understand what are some of these subjects.
Book
noun
a written or printed work consisting of pages glued or sewn together along one side and bound in covers.
Example: I read a book and I learn a lot of things about human history.
en: Livre
Compass
noun
an instrument containing a magnetized pointer which shows the direction of magnetic north and bearings from it.
Example: If I'm lost in the wood, I would have need a compass to find my way back home
en: Boussole
Conflict
noun
a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
Example: The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is serious.
en: Conflit
Country
noun
a nation with its own government, occupying a particular territory.
Example: I'm from Canada, the second largest country in the world in size.
en: Pays
documentary
adjective
consisting of official pieces of written, printed, or other matter.
Example: I have a documentary research to do in my history class.
en: Documentaire
economy
noun
the wealth and resources of a country or region, especially in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services.
Example: The global economy dropped by 20% last month and many economic crises have begun.
en: Économie
Geography
Noun
the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, and of human activity as it affects and is affected by these, including the distribution of populations and resources, land use, and industries.
Example: My geography teacher teaches us about the responsibility of humans for the climate change
en: Géographie
History
noun
The study of past events, particularly in human affairs
Example: The day Neil Armstrong walked on the moon, history was made for America
en: Histoire
human
noun
any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
Example: Human activities are a big part of the global climate changes.
en: Humain
hypothesis
noun
a supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
Example: On my research, I have to a hypothesis before I even start the research.
en: Hypothèse
Map
noun
a diagrammatic representation of an area of land or sea showing physical features, cities, roads, etc.
Example: We went on a trip to USA last summer, a chance that we had a street map, otherwise we would have been lost.
en: Carte
Notes
noun
Notesa brief record of facts, topics, or thoughts, written down as an aid to memory.
Example: I take course notes, otherwise I would forget what the teacher says.
en: Notes
Politics
noun
The activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power.
Example: I like talking about politics with my uncle, there are a lot of big debates, and it makes both of us think
en: Politique
psychology
noun
the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
Example: Our psychology teacher shows us the different parts of a human brain
en: Psychologie
Research
noun
the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
Example: I'm not sure about what you said, let me do a quick research to confirm it
en: Recherche
Science
noun
the systematic study of the structure and behavior of the physical and natural world through observation, experimentation, and the testing of theories against the evidence obtained.
"the world of science and technology"
Example: I'm going to science class, where I will make an experimentation about the gravity law
en: Science
Social
adjective
relating to society or its organization.
"alcoholism is recognized as a major social problem"
Example: I have social anxiety, I fear what others think about me.
en: Social
To read
verb
Look at and comprehend the meaning of (written or printed matter) by mentally interpreting the characters or symbols of which it is composed.
Example: I read all of my notes before class to make sure I don't forget them during the test.
en: Lire
To study
Verb
devote time and attention to acquiring knowledge on (an academic subject), especially by means of books.
Example: I need to study a lot for my next exam if I want to pass.
en: Étudier
University
noun
an educational institution designed for instruction, examination, or both, of students in many branches of advanced learning, conferring degrees in various faculties, and often embodying colleges and similar institutions.
Example: I have two years left to my program in Cégep. After those two years, I'll go study at university.
