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1. What do you call someone who creates visual or performing works of art?

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An artist is a broad term that encompasses individuals who create visual or performing works of art.

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2. What is a person who specializes in the study of numbers, quantities, and shapes called?

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A mathematician is an individual who focuses on the study of mathematics, whereas a scientist, chemist, and astronomer specialize in different areas of study.

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3. What profession is associated with governing a country?

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A politician is someone who is involved in the field of politics, typically serving in government positions to make decisions and laws for a country or community.

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4. What is the term for someone who studies the natural world and its phenomena?

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A scientist is someone who conducts scientific research to advance knowledge in their field of study, while mathematicians study numbers and patterns, historians study past events, and poets create literary works.

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5. What is the study and knowledge of technology called?

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The correct term for the study and knowledge of technology is 'Technical'. 'Biology', 'Geometry', and 'History' are not related to technology.

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6. What profession is directly related to working with electrical systems?

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An electrician is a professional trained to work with electrical systems, whereas a plumber deals with pipes and water systems, an accountant focuses on financial matters, and a chef specializes in food preparation.

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7. What is the person called who greets visitors in an office or building?

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A receptionist is responsible for greeting visitors and assisting with administrative tasks, while a secretary typically provides administrative support, a manager oversees operations, and a janitor is responsible for cleaning and maintenance.

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8. What profession is typically associated with designing and building engines?

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The correct answer is engineer because engineers are traditionally responsible for designing and building engines.

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9. What is a person responsible for overseeing and directing the work of others called?

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A manager is a person responsible for overseeing and directing the work of others. A supervisor oversees employees, an employee works for a company, and a director typically oversees multiple managers.

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10. Which word is the comparative form of 'clean'?

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The correct comparative form of 'clean' is 'cleaner,' which is used to compare two items when discussing cleanliness.

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11. What is the capital of France?

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Paris is the capital city of France. Berlin is the capital of Germany, Madrid is the capital of Spain, and Rome is the capital of Italy.

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12. What is the term for a person who writes or edits news stories for newspapers, magazines, radio, or television?

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A reporter is a person who gathers, investigates, and writes news stories for various media platforms.

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What do you call someone who creates visual or performing works of...
What is a person who specializes in the study of numbers, quantities,...
What profession is associated with governing a country?
What is the term for someone who studies the natural world and its...
What is the study and knowledge of technology called?
What profession is directly related to working with electrical...
What is the person called who greets visitors in an office or...
What profession is typically associated with designing and building...
What is a person responsible for overseeing and directing the work of...
Which word is the comparative form of 'clean'?
What is the capital of France?
What is the term for a person who writes or edits news stories for...
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