GLOSSARY AND RESOURCES PUSSYFOOT: SOCIALISM: to move cautiously or noncommittally Kay says that the word being used for charades is “pussyfoot.”


a political and economic theory characterized by the community as a whole owning the resources of the world, typically supported by the working class


Carol says that if Madge ever marries, it will be to a Socialist. Madge later advocates for Socialism, which she believes will bring about a happy society with equal opportunities for all.


NATIONALIZATION: the transfer of a business from private to government ownership Madge says that the miners are asking for their business to be nationalized.


PROFITEERING: SOLICITOR:


THE LEAGUE OF NATIONS UNION:


to make or seek an unfair profit, particularly illegally Gerald says that there is still a lot of profiteering after the war.


a term for a legal worker, primarily used in the United Kingdom Gerald says he is not present as a friend of the family, but as a solicitor.


formed in October 1918 to promote justice, security, and peace worldwide, The League of Nations Union was a precursor to the United Nations


Madge says that a new branch of The League of Nations Union is opening soon in Newlingham, where the Conways live.


COMMONWEALTH:


a community of several countries banded together for the greater good, and a term often used to refer to the British Empire


Madge says that, under The League of Nations Union, Britain will build a new commonwealth of all nations so they can live at peace forever.


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