Vocabulary

• based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
• such as: For example; like
• on the verge of: Very near to doing or experiencing something.
• end in: To have something as the final result.
• in sight: Visible; able to be seen.
• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• fight on: To continue fighting despite difficulties or setbacks.
• in case of: If something happens; in the event of.
• in retrospect: Thinking back on what happened
• for free: Without charge; at no cost.
• subject: The person, thing, or idea that is being discussed, described, or studied.
• great: Very good; better than before
• decision: Choice made after thinking; final judgment
• military: Army or armed forces
• president: Person in charge of a country, or organization
• ally: Someone who supports, helps, or defends you
• government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
• American: Person from the USA
• history: Established pattern or record
• civilian: Ordinary person who is not in the army
• war: Situation where armies fight each other
• viable: Being capable of living, growing, and developing
• bomb: To attack with explosives
• invasion: Entry into a place to cause harm
• emperor: Man who rules an empire