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Sovereignty Vocabulary Introduction

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Sovereignty Vocabulary Introduction

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📚 Part 1: Vocabulary Definitions

1. Match each vocabulary word to its correct definition by writing the letter in the circle:

Words: Independence, Autonomy, Rights

Independence: A. The freedom to make your own decisions and govern yourself

Autonomy: B. Things that people are entitled to have or do

Rights: C. The state of being free from outside control or support

2. Which word best completes this sentence? Circle your answer.

"New Zealand gained its _____________ from Britain gradually over many years."

independence

autonomy

rights

3. Circle the word that means "self-governing" or "having the freedom to act independently":

autonomous

dependent

controlled

✏️ Part 2: Word Forms and Usage

4. Complete the word family chart by filling in the missing word forms:

Independence → _________________ (adjective)

Autonomy → _________________ (adjective)

Rights → _________________ (adjective meaning "correct" or "proper")

5. Write a sentence using the word "autonomy" correctly:
6. Fill in the blanks with the correct vocabulary word:

a) All citizens have the __________ to vote in elections.

b) The school council has __________ to make decisions about student activities.

c) Many countries fought for their __________ from colonial rule.

7. Which of these are examples of rights? Check all that apply:

Freedom of speech

Access to education

Owning expensive cars

Fair treatment by police

🤔 Part 3: Critical Thinking

8. Explain in your own words why sovereignty might be important for a country like New Zealand:
9. Think of a situation where someone might need autonomy. Describe it below:
10. Circle the prefix in each word and write what you think it means:

Independence: The prefix "in-" means ______________

Autonomy: The prefix "auto-" means ______________

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