Vocabulary
What is a major scientific or technological achievement that changes how we understand something?
BREAKTHROUGH
What is a feeling that something may be true, especially something negative, without complete proof?
SUSPICION
How many people showed up to the first "Riverside Revival" meeting in spring 2022?
Over 200 neighbors
What is using someone else's words or ideas without giving credit called?
PLAGIARIASM
Why did Edwards switch from downhill skiing to ski jumping?
Because there was no competition for a place on the British ski jumping team (and training was cheaper)
What does it mean for something to continue without harming the environment or running out of resources?
SUSTAINABLE
What word describes someone who is skilled at finding creative and practical solutions to problems?
RESOURCEFUL
By what percentage did property values increase in Riverside after the community project?
18%
Why do many people commit plagiarism without realizing it?
Because online content feels public and is easy to copy
What was Edwards' original dream for the 1984 Winter Olympics?
To compete for Britain in downhill skiing
What quality describes someone who keeps going even when facing challenges and doesn't give up easily?
PERSISTENT
What is a belief or acceptance of something as true without complete proof?
ASSUMPTION
What is it called when people work toward a shared goal as a group?
COLLECTIVE ACTION
Does the fact that something is publicly accessible online mean you can use it without permission?
No
Name three obstacles that made it harder for Edwards to succeed in ski jumping.
His weight, his poor eyesight, and lack of financial support
What word describes a method or approach that has been traditionally accepted and is commonly practiced?
CONVENTIONAL
What describes someone who can adjust easily to new situations or conditions?
ADAPTABLE
According to the final paragraph, what was the REAL reason Riverside transformed?
Ordinary people deciding they could make a difference
What must you do if you use ideas or wording from someone else's work in a paper?
Include the name of the writer and the source
What was Edwards' finishing position at the 1988 Calgary Olympics?
Last place in both events
What does it mean to continue making an effort despite obstacles and setbacks?
PERSEVERE
What is a written text containing dialogue and instructions for a movie or play?
SCRIPT
What was the name of the local initiative where businesses maintained vacant properties?
"Adopt-a-Storefront" initiative
According to the passage, does plagiarism have to be intentional to be a serious problem?
No - whether intentional or not, it is stealing and a serious problem
What inspired Edwards - winning medals or competing?
Having the opportunity to compete; winning was not the point