Vocabulary B2
Choose the correct word: Despite / Although the rain, we continued the picnic.
Despite the rain, we continued the picnic.
I haven’t seen her for two years.
Rewrite using "last".
It's been two years since I last saw her.
Who played Rose in the movie "Titanic" ?
Kate Winslet
Say it in English: John et Marie / vouloir / acheter / voiture
John and Mary wanted to buy a car.
What are the two definitions of "leave"?
To walk out of a room or situation.
Part of a plant or tree that changes in the fall.
What is the opposite of “encourage”?
discourage
Complete the sentence:
It was a very __________ performance. (impress)
impressive
What animated movie features the song "Un Poco Loco" ?
Coco
Express regret: wish / study harder / exams
I wish I had studied harder for the exam.
What does "break a leg" mean?
good luck
What is the difference between "economic" and "economical"?
"Economic" relates to the economy (e.g., economic growth), while "economical" means cost-effective or not wasteful (e.g., an economical car).
If I ______ more time, I would travel the world.
a) have
b) had
c) will have
d) would have
b) had
Who played Forrest Gump?
Tom Hanks
Say it in the past tense:
Debra / be promoted / her skills / great leadership
Debra was promoted, not only because of her skills but also because she showed great leadership.
What are two definitions of the word "bat?"
Animal with wings.
Instrument for playing baseball.
What’s a synonym of “reluctant”?
unwilling or hesitant
He didn’t go to the party, ______ he had promised to.
although
What is the most famous event in the movie industry, which takes place in the South of France?
the Cannes Film Festival
Hypothèse contre-factuelle:
Mike / know / traffic / leave earlier
If Mike had known about the traffic, he would have left earlier.
What does "don't cry over spilt milk" mean?
Don't be unhappy about what can't be undone.
What does the word "tyrannical" mean?
using power in a cruel way
They got married in 2010.
Use: "since" to rewrite
They have been married since 2010.
What video game holds the record for best-selling game of all time (as of 2025) ?
Minecraft
Express contrast in the past tense:
The CEO / inspiring speech / nobody / listen
Although the CEO gave a very inspiring speech about the future of the company, nobody listened to her.
What does "red tape" mean?
official rules and processes that seem unnecessary and delay results