Matching Exercise

Match the study term or technique with the definition. You may use some terms more than once, or not at all.


1				a person who does not believe in a particular religion, an unbeliever; a person who disbelieves a particular theory or belief.


2				having or representing the earth as a center.


3				a six-pointed star-like figure. The Star of David.


4				with one's identity hidden or unknown.


5				the study of the surface of the earth, its division into continents and countries, and the climate, natural resources and inhabitants of the regions.


6				the murder of one human being by another.


7				against the laws or rules.


8				the laying on of something as a burden or obligation.


9				to lead or move by persuasion or influence; to bring about or cause.


10				anything that gets in the way. The literal meaning is "to shackle the feet." Here ped means "foot."


11				an invasion of a place or territory; a raid.


12				This does not mean that a person is not smart. Instead, it means that a person is clever and creative.


13				the science that deals with the dynamics and physical history of the earth.


14				mankind; human beings. This is the scientific term for all human beings.


15				having or representing the sun as a center.


16				a large pipe with a valve for releasing water from a water main.


17				a person who studies water, including the cycle of evaporation and precipitation.


18				This word does not mean "not famous." Rather, it means "famous but for the wrong reasons." People who have a bad reputation or are notorious.


19				to supply or brighten with light; to enlighten.


20				not willing or able to believe; doubtful.


21				a seven-sided figure.


22				The literal meaning is a "water tube." Today, this is a term used to describe a system operated by the movement of fluid


23				__________ power is electricity generated by the energy of running water, usually water falling over a dam.


24				an artificially induced trance resembling sleep that is characterized by a heightened susceptibility to suggestion.


25				being naive about a subject; a childlike candidness.


26				This word means "very flammable."

Answer choices for questions 1 through 26

A)	infidel
B)	geology
C)	hydrant
D)	illuminate
E)	hexagram
F)	impediment
G)	heliocentric
H)	heptagon
I)	geography
J)	imposition
K)	hydraulic
L)	illegitimate
M)	hydroelectric
N)	inflammable
O)	induce
P)	infamous
Q)	homicide
R)	incursion
S)	Homo sapiens
T)	geocentric
U)	hydrologist
V)	incognito
W)	ingenious
X)	incredulous
Y)	ingenuous
Z)	hypnosis

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