VOA慢速英语:James Monroe: Last of the Cocked Hats

relaxed - adj. informal and comfortable

positive - adj. hopeful and optimistic

remind - v. make someone think about something again

geography - n. the natural features of a place

advantage - n. a condition that helps to make something better or more likely to succeed than others

affair - n. a matter that concerns or involves someone

sphere of influence - n. an area of control or activity

dynasty - n. a family, team, etc., that is very powerful or successful for a long period of time