Long Before the Weather Forecast Appeared on the Nightly Local

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Long before the weather forecast appeared on the nightly local news, farmers had their own way of predicting the weather. This makes sense because, after all, their livelihood depended on it. While some people might discount their predictions as mere tall tales, there is indeed some truth in many of their sayings. For instance, there is an old saying: "Frogs croaking in the lagoon means rain will come real soon." Frogs are cold-blooded amphibians, so they require moist skin and relatively high temperatures to be active. Their croaking implies that the temperature and humidity are high-and these can often precede summer thunderstorms. Far from being a pest, this creature can actually give a farmer insight into approaching weather patterns. It's probably even be more accurate than a weather forecast on the nightly news!
Based on their titles, which of the following articles would provide the most reliable information for a student who wanted to learn more about making day-to-day weather predictions?

• A)"World in Crisis: How the Changing Climate Affects You"
• B)"Today's Weather Forecast: June 2nd"
• C)"Using Data Points to Make Valid Weather Forecasts"
• D)"Storms of Passion: A Brief Memoir"

Recognize and explain the impact of language on culture and individual identity.

Define and distinguish between ethnocentrism and cultural relativism.

Understand the role of norms, values, and beliefs in shaping behaviors within societies.

Analyze the effects of androcentric language and attempts to reduce gender biases in language.

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Definitions:

Vertical Integration

A business strategy where a company owns or controls its suppliers, distributors, or retail locations to control its value or supply chain.

Legal Prosecution

The process of pursuing legal action against an individual or entity accused of breaking the law, typically involving formal charges and a court trial.

Corporate Vertical

A term describing a company's ownership and control over multiple stages of production or distribution in the same industry.

Sherman Act

The Sherman Act is a landmark U.S. antitrust law enacted in 1890 aimed at maintaining competition by prohibiting monopolies, cartels, and other business practices that restrict trade.