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Prima Facie / De Facto / Per Se / Status Quo
Spaced repetition flashcards for Latin terms
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Recognise and use Latin terms that appear in academic, legal, and formal writing.
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Spaced repetition flashcards for Latin terms
Introduction to common Latin terms in academic and legal writing
Latin isn't a dead language when it comes to formal writing—it is a powerful toolkit. Terms like prima facie or de facto are not pretentious additions; they are precise tools that condense complex ideas into simple, universally understood phrases. Mastering them is essential for writing high-scoring answers in CBSE board exams, competitive entrance exams like CLAT, or university essays.
Conceptual metaphors for Latin terms
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Faded skill example comparing Latin terms
Let us analyze two reasoning chains for selecting precise Latin terms in CBSE English essays. First, consider the sentence: 'Although Hindi is the official language, English is the [de facto / bona fide] lingua franca of corporate India.' The correct choice here is . We select this over 'bona fide' because the context requires a term that specifically means , describing a language used in reality regardless of its official legal status. Next, look at the sentence: 'Wealth does not, [per se / vice versa], guarantee a student's happiness.' The correct expert choice for this blank is . This is the right decision because the term literally translates to , emphasizing that wealth intrinsically is not the direct cause of happiness.
Matching exercise for Latin terms and definitions
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Sentence completion practice with Latin terms
Upon reviewing the initial evidence presented by the prosecution, the High Court judge concluded there was a case of corporate fraud, warranting a full investigation.
The traditionalist board members argued against the newly proposed syllabus changes, preferring to maintain the in the educational system.
Since there was no standing committee for sudden environmental crises, the ministry formed an task force to address the recent chemical spill.
The investigating officer noticed a distinct pattern in the cybercrimes, realizing the syndicate's always involved phishing emails disguised as official bank alerts.
To prevent fraudulent admissions under the sports quota, the university administration required certificates from recognized national sports authorities.
Paragraph-level writing practice using Latin terms
Choose a relevant topic like school rules, environmental policies, or technology use. Draft a short paragraph using at least three Latin terms from this sprint (e.g., status quo, de facto, ad hoc, per se, bona fide). Focus on contextual accuracy—do not force the words where simple English would be better.
Evaluation Criteria:
Briefly name the social or political issue.
Write exactly 3 sentences. Include 3 Latin terms.