AMERICA'S NEXT VICE PRESIDENT: 25 Phrasal Verbs and Idioms for the Next VP
What is a vice president? Why do we have one? Who are the two men running for vice president? And we will look at some news clips discussing the two men.
We have had 46 presidents. Unfortunately, nine vice presidents have had to take over for the president. Eight times because the president died in office, and one because a president quit.
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1. Rose to Prominence - Became well-known or important. After his book was published, he quickly rose to prominence in the writing community.
2. Memoir - A book or story where someone writes about their own life experiences. She wrote a memoir about her childhood and how she became a famous artist.
3. Adaptation - A change made to something so it can fit a new use or situation. The movie is an adaptation of a popular book.
4. Impoverished - Very poor; having little money or resources. The impoverished family struggled to buy food and pay for their home.
5. Appalachian Mountains - A large mountain range in the eastern United States. Many people enjoy hiking in the Appalachian Mountains because of the beautiful views.
6. Opioid Addiction - A strong and harmful need to keep using drugs called opioids. Opioid addiction has become a serious problem in many small towns.
7. Venture Capitalist - A person who invests money in new businesses to help them grow. The venture capitalist decided to invest in a new technology company.
8. Hillbilly - A term, mostly negative, used to describe people from rural, mountainous areas, often seen as uneducated. Some people call themselves hillbillies to show pride in their country lifestyle.
9. Elegy - A poem or song that expresses sadness, usually for someone who has died. The singer performed an elegy in memory of his friend who passed away.
Ohio:
Ohio is a state in the Midwest region of the United States. It has a mix of cities, farms, and factories. The capital city is Columbus. Ohio is known for its sports teams, like the Cleveland Cavaliers in basketball and the Ohio State Buckeyes in college football. It also has important rivers, like the Ohio River, which helps with trade and transportation.
Minnesota:
Minnesota is a state in the northern part of the United States, near Canada. It is called the "Land of 10,000 Lakes" because it has many lakes, which are popular for fishing and boating. The capital city is St. Paul, and the largest city is Minneapolis. Minnesota is known for its cold winters and beautiful natural parks. It is also home to the Mall of America, one of the biggest shopping malls in the country.
1. Meteoric - Happening very quickly or suddenly, especially something that becomes successful fast. Her rise to fame was meteoric after she released her first hit song.
2. Rural - the countryside rather than the city. She grew up in a rural area where most people worked on farms.
3. Nebraska - A state in the central part of the United States, known for its large farmlands. Nebraska is famous for its cornfields and wide-open spaces.
4. Anything but Conventional - Very different from what is usual or normal; unique. His style of cooking is anything but conventional. He likes to mix in crazy ingredients.
5. Army National Guard - A military force in the United States that serves both the country and the individual states, often helping during emergencies like natural disasters. The Army National Guard was called in to help after the hurricane hit the coast.
6. Enlisted - Signed up to serve in the military. After high school, he enlisted in the army to serve his country.
7. Mentor - A person who guides and helps someone with less experience. She found a mentor at work who taught her how to be a better manager.
James David Vance
Born: August 2, 1984, 39 years old
State: Ohio
Job: U.S. Senator
Background: J.D. Vance is a politician and author. He wrote a famous book called Hillbilly Elegy about growing up in a poor family in Ohio. He graduated from Yale Law School. He became a U.S. Senator in 2022 and is known for his conservative views. Now, he is running to be Vice President of the United States with Donald Trump.
Background: Tim Walz is the Governor of Minnesota. Before becoming Governor, he was a teacher and served in the U.S. Army. He was also a U.S. Congressman for 12 years. Walz is known for his focus on education and healthcare. He is running to be Vice President of the United States with Kamala Harris.
