oppression

"The constant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate on my homework. "

"The student revolution at the high school led to significant changes in the dress code. "

"The government decided to raise taxes to fund new schools. "

"The aristocracy held many of the top positions in the school's governing council. "

"The citizens of our town voted for a new mayor in the election. "

"I have the authority to penalise the staff in my department, but not the authority to sack them."

"The reappearance of the school's beloved mascot after a long absence was met with cheers from the students. "

"With a simple remote, he could control the toy truck."

"The rural poor were oppressed by the land-owners."

"The teacher told us that the next exercise is to write an essay."

"The rural poor were oppressed by the land-owners."

"Paying for college can be a burdensome task for many families. "