| assumption |
something that is supposed or believed without questioning. For example, if you ask someone whether she is allowed to watch TV during dinner, you have made an assumption that there is a TV in her house. Assumptions are ideas people have that are not based on proven facts. An assumption can be correct or incorrect. |
| autobiography |
the story of a person's life written or told by that person. |
| chronology |
the order of events in time. |
| conspicuous |
easily seen; obvious. |
| hypothesis |
a prediction or educated guess that can be tested and can be used to guide further study. |
| indicate |
to show or point out. |
| intervene |
to enter a situation so as to change what is happening. |
| minimize |
to make as small as possible. |
| occupant |
someone who lives or works in a place or fills a position. |
| optimistic |
likely to be hopeful that things will work out well. |
| penalty |
a punishment given for breaking a law, rule, or agreement. |
| preside |
to act as the one in charge. |
| productive |
making or producing easily or in large amounts. |
| stellar |
brilliant; outstanding. |
| vital |
having to do with life. |