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Independent Study 12

                  Today is the first class in our new four class set. 

                  The phrase of the week is, "at the helm." This is a nautical term that refers to leadership. For example, "Ever since John has been at the helm, the mood in the office has been great."

                    Today's reading is about Botox and our listening material is about management. There is no transcript so please listen to the material several times. Also, listen for and make examples for the vocabulary words. 

Vocabulary

  • berate- scold or criticize (someone) angrily.
  •  saunter- walk in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort.
  • insurrection- a violent uprising against an authority or government.
  • got your back- bonus phrase- I will support you, defend you

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Earlier Event: August 28
Independent Study 10
Later Event: August 29
Jump Start Discussion (Blue 2)