Education - Uncommon Vocabulary Words

Question 1

What term is commonly used in the UK to refer to a one-on-one meeting with a teacher to discuss academic matters?

Accepted Answer

Tutorial

Question 2

Which term is used to descrive the process of formally signing up for a course or program of study?

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Enroll

Question 3

What type of school provides accomodation and education to students in a residential setting?

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Boarding School

Question 4

Which subject deals with points, lines, angels, and shapes?

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Gemonetry

Question 5

Which subjects focus on the study of the Earth, it&#x27;s features and atmosphere?

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Geography

Question 6

What are the standards or rules used to judge something called?

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Evaluation

Question 7

What term is commonly used to refer to the long breaks when UK students are not in school?

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Holidays

Question 8

In the UK, which type of school is known for its selective admission process and academic focus?

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Grammar School

Question 9

In the US, what is the term for a school that typically covers grades 9 to 12?

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High School

Question 10

Which type of school in the UK is non-elective and admits students of all abilities?

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Comprehensive School

Question 11

What is the term for an exam that is taken at the midway point of a course or semester?

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Midterm Exam

Question 12

What is the name of a detailed plan for when events or activites will happen?

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Schedule

Question 13

Which subject focuses on the study of matter, its properties and interactions?

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Chemistry

Question 14

What do you call the process of studying intensly for an exam in a short period of time?

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Cram

Question 15

Who is responsible for the day-to-day management of a school and its staff?

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Principal

Question 16

What subject involves the study of living organisms and their interactions?

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Biology

Question 17

What American term is used to refer to a planned sequence of events or activites in a school?

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Schedule

Question 18

Who is responsible for overseeing and ensuring fairness during an exam?

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Invigilator

Question 19

Who is the chief adminstration officer of a university or college?

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Dean

Question 20

Who is responsible for the academic and administrative leadership of a specific department within a university?

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Head

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