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Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union, has passed away. News reports around the world described him as one of the most influential political figures of all time. Today, let’s discuss how Gorbachev rose to such a powerful position, his influence as a leader, and his legacy today!
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Vocabulary List
Breakup (n) – the division of something into smaller parts
The breakup of the oil tanker caused severe damage to the environment
Legacy (n) – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time
The war has left a legacy of hatred
To eclipse (v) – to make another person or thing seem much less important, good, or famous
The economy has eclipsed all other issues during this election
Innovation (n) – a new idea or method
What is the next innovation in computer technology?
Repression (n) – the use of force or violence to control a group of people
The political repression in this country is enforced by terror
To crush (v) – to defeat someone completely
The president used the army to crush the rebellion
Catastrophe (n) – a sudden event that causes very great trouble or destruction
The war has been a catastrophe
To restructure (v) – to organize a company, business, or system in a new way to make it operate more effectively
The department is currently undergoing a restructure
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