5 Vocabulary Words + Timestamps

1. Umpire [00:16]

2. Controversial [00:41]

3. Official [00:42]

4. Revolution [00:50]

5. Stakes [00:59]

1. Umpire

Definition: An official in a sports game who enforces the rules and makes decisions.

Examples:

1. The umpire called a strike.

2. The umpire signaled that the ball was out.

3. The crowd disagreed with the umpire’s decision.

2. Controversial

Definition: Causing disagreement or strong differences of opinion.

Examples:

1. The film was highly controversial.

2. He made a controversial comment.

3. The ruling was considered controversial.

3. Official

Definition: Authorized or recognized by a person in authority.

Examples:

1. The official results were announced.

2. English is the official language.

3. She made an official statement.

4. Revolution

Definition: A major or dramatic change, often political or social.

Examples:

1. The revolution changed the country’s history.

2. The Industrial Revolution transformed factories.

3. Technology sparked a digital revolution.

5. Stakes

Definition: The risks or importance involved in a situation.

Examples:

1. The stakes were very high.

2. There is a lot at stake in this decision.

3. The competition raised the stakes for everyone.