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Have you ever thought about starting your own country? Maybe you don’t like the government or laws in the country of your birth? Perhaps you want your people to make their own rules? Or maybe you just think it would be cool to be President of your own nation? Well, today I’ll give you a quick introduction on how to found a new country!!
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Vocabulary List
Recognised (adj) - if someone or something is recognised, it is generally accepted that that person or thing has a particular position or is of a particular standard
If you decide to study English abroad, make sure the qualifications you receive are from a recognized provider
Defined (adj) - clearly showing the edge, shape, or limits of something
I have a clearly defined role at work
To declare (v) - to announce or express something clearly, publicly, and officially
A government declared a state of emergency due to the pandemic
Territory (n) - land, or sometimes sea, that is considered as belonging to or connected with a particular country or person
The UN is sending aid to the disputed territory
Independent (adj) - an independent country is not governed or ruled by another country
Belize became fully independent from Britain in 1981
Sovereign (adj) - having the highest power or being completely independent
We must respect the rights of sovereign states to conduct their own affairs
Eligibility (n) - having the necessary qualities or satisfying the necessary conditions
The eligibility rules prevent children from entering the competition
Straightforward (adj) - easy to understand or simple
Just follow the signs to Milton Keynes - it’s very straightforward
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