Important Things You've Forgotten Since High School

Grown-up Civics: Important Things You’ve Forgotten Since High School

by Susan Lawrence

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It's been a while since you were in high school, and you've probably forgotten a lot of what you learned. But don't worry, you're not alone. Here's a refresher on some of the most important things you've forgotten since high school.

Math

• The Pythagorean theorem: a² + b² = c²
• The quadratic formula: x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / 2a
• The derivative of sin(x) is cos(x).
• The integral of x² is x³/3.
• The limit of (x² - 1) / (x - 1) as x approaches 1 is 2.

Science

• The periodic table of elements.
• The laws of thermodynamics.
• The theory of evolution.
• The structure of the atom.
• The chemical reactions that power life.

History

• The dates of the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the World Wars.
• The major figures of each of these periods.
• The causes and consequences of these events.
• The key ideas of the Enlightenment and the Romantic period.
• The major social and political movements of the 19th and 20th centuries.

English

• The parts of speech.
• The rules of grammar.
• The different types of writing.
• The elements of style.
• The great works of literature.

Foreign languages

• The basics of Spanish, French, or another language you studied in high school.
• The grammar rules.
• The vocabulary.
• The pronunciation.
• The culture of the countries where the language is spoken.

Other

• How to do laundry.
• How to cook.
• How to manage your money.
• How to vote.
• How to be a good citizen.

These are just a few of the many things you've probably forgotten since high school. But don't worry, it's easy to relearn them. Just pick up a textbook, take a class, or find a tutor. With a little effort, you'll be back up to speed in no time.

Grown-up Civics: Important Things You’ve Forgotten Since High School

by Susan Lawrence

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9442 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	307 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE