Citizenship

The state of being a citizen and accepting the responsibilities of it.

Good citizenship means treating others as you would like to be treated.

In a way that happens for a period of time without being interrupted.

Evidence shows people lived continuously on Failaka Island as far back as 2000 BC.

A place where a building, town, etc. was, is, or will be located.

Failaka Island is an important ancient heritage site.

To connect or link somebody/something closely with somebody/something else.

Kuwait's economy was once tied to dhow ships.

Known about by a lot of people.

Souq Al-Mubarakiya is a well-known historical market in Kuwait.

Someone's ability to do a particular thing.

Kuwait acts in its capacity as a regional mediator.

A group of objects, often of the same sort, that have been collected.

Kuwait evolved from a collection of small coastal villages.

In a way that relates to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a society.

Kuwait became a culturally diverse country and a trading hub.

The central or main part of something where there is most activity.

Kuwait emerged as a culturally diverse trading hub.

To celebrate or officially remember an event that you consider important.

The 18th century marked a major turning point for Kuwait.

A country considered as a group of people with the same language, culture and history, who live in a particular area under one government.

The Al Sabah family continues to govern the nation today.

Recently discovered or achieved.

This new-found wealth sped up modernisation.

In a fast or sudden way.

Pearl-diving and shipbuilding industries rapidly became basic parts of the country.

To cause or allow something to continue for a period of time.

The pearl-diving industry sustained growth in the 19th century.

A complete change in somebody/something.

Kuwait underwent a remarkable transformation over the centuries.

The act of protecting somebody/something from attack, criticism, etc.

Our armed forces are in the first line of defence.

To try to make something seem less important than it really is.

It is dangerous to downplay the importance of serious news.

A person who leads a group of people, especially the head of a country or organisation.

The Amir speaks not only as a leader, but also as a person responsible before Allah.

To protect something/somebody from loss, harm, or damage; to keep something/somebody safe.

Who are the people in your life that safeguard you?

Fixed or steady; not likely to move, change or fail.

How do your family members make you feel stable and safe?

The fact of caring about the needs and happiness of other people and being willing to help them, even if it brings no advantage to yourself.

The school launched an 'Altruism in Action' campaign.

A person in your family who lived a long time ago.

Do you think our ancestors applied the 'Golden Rule'?

To act according to an order, set of rules, or request.

Every class must comply with school rules to keep their corner clean.

Firm and not changing in your friendship with or support for a person or organisation, or in your belief in your principles.

As a loyal member of the volunteer group, you should help others.

To offer to do something you do not have to do, often without payment.

Students volunteer their time to help others struggling in certain subjects.

A legal document that states and explains a formal agreement between two different people or groups.

The relationship between citizens and government is often called a 'social contract'.

The right of different groups of people to have a similar social position and receive the same treatment.

Justice, equality, and freedom are important values that create norms.

(Of dress, speech, behaviour) very correct and suitable for official or important occasions.

Laws are not just cold formal instructions; they show what we value.

The condition or right of being able to do, say, think, etc. whatever you want, without being controlled or limited.

Freedom is one of the most important values in many countries.

To introduce a new law, rule, tax, etc.; to order that a rule or punishment be used.

The law is more than just a duty imposed by the government.

Relaxed and friendly; not following strict rules of how to behave.

Folkways are informal norms like being polite to a teacher.

In a way that attracts your attention because it is special, exciting or unusual.

Interestingly, the law does not always require a judge or a police officer.

To have a very good opinion of somebody/something; to admire somebody/something.

When we respect laws and customs, we can live in a peaceful world.

To say officially in court that somebody is to receive a particular punishment.

People may face results of their actions, from fines to being sentenced to prison.

Done by or involving all the people in the world or in a particular group.

Universal laws, such as traffic rules, apply to everyone.

A building, column, statue, etc. built to remind people of a famous person or event.

The Qurain Martyrs' House is a monument that connects us to our past.

Not done, seen, happening, etc. very often.

The National Library of Kuwait has rare items in its special department.

To present somebody's abilities or the good qualities of something in an attractive way.

The Kuwait National Museum showcases our cultural heritage.

A shape or pattern made against the sky, especially by buildings.

Kuwait Towers are a famous feature of the country's skyline.

To represent something.

Some landmarks are described as a symbol of loyalty.

All the qualities and features that make a person different from others.

A person's character at 15 is a good sign of their character at 35.

Continuing to exist or to have an effect for a long time.

There are lasting benefits of having a good record in school.

(Of a child or young person) behaving in a sensible way, like an adult.

We must raise awareness amongst students to be mature citizens.

A written account of something that is kept so it can be looked at in the future.

School behaviour can follow a person for life, affecting their future record.

An official rule made by a government or other authority.

The Ministry of Education is launching a campaign to raise awareness about Exam Regulations.