Ten (10) Words Related to Humanities and Social Sciences Strand

 1.  Literature

Definition:

    : writings in prose or verse

especially: writings having excellence of form or expression and expressing ideas of permanent or universal interest

Example in Sentence:

    Her education gave her an appreciation for great literature.

2. Communication

Definition:

    : a process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs, or behavior.

also: exchange of information

Example in Sentence:

    There was a breakdown in communication between members of the group.

3. History

Definition:

    : Tale, Story

    : a chronological record of significant events (such as those affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes

Example in Sentence:

    It was a period in American history when most people lived and worked on farms.

4. Philosophy

Definition:

    : all learning exclusive of technical percepts and practical arts

    : the science and liberal arts exclusive of medicine, law, and theology.

Example in Sentence:

    The group eventually split over conflicting political philosophies.

5. Law

Definition:

    : a binding custom or practice of a community: a rule of conduct or action prescribed or formally recognized as binding or enforced by a controlling authority.

Example in Sentence:

    She has proposed a new law to protect people from being evicted unfairly.

6. Community Service

Definition:

    : volunteer work done for free in order to give back to the community

Example in Sentence:

    A person who works at a soup kitchen without pay for three hours a week because he chooses it to do so, it is an example of community service.

7.  Politics

Definition:

    : the art or science of government.

    : the art or science concerned with guiding or influencing governmental policy.

    : the art or science concerned with winning and holding control over a government.

Example in Sentence:

    The students discussed the latest news in national/local politics.

8. Anthropology

Definition:

    : the science of human beings

especially: the study of human beings and their ancestors through time and space in relation to physical character, environmental and social relations, and culture.

Example in Sentence:

    It seems as if anthropology had in this direction reached the limits of its discoveries.

 

9. Society

Definition:

    : companionship or association with one's fellows: friendly or intimate intercourse: COMPANY

Example in Sentence:

    We need to do more to help the poorer member of our society.

10. Religion

Definition:

    : the state of a religious

    : the service and worship of God or the supernatural

    : commitment or devotion to religious faith or abservance

Example in Sentence:

    There are many religions, such as Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism.

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