English Studies
T or F?: When we talk about where and when a movie is based, we say "takes place" instead of "setting" e.g. "This movie takes place in Kamloops, Canada during the Ice Age"
TRUE!
T or F: The Nanaimo Bar was invented in British Columbia
FALSE!
The 2 countries were "China and GERMANY" (German is a nationality)
T or F? The "Fairtrade Premium" means that farmers and factory workers who make the product get a fair wage
TRUE!
T or F? : "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" by Michael Jackson was playing during the Exercise class
FALSE! (It was actually "Smooth Criminal" by Michael Jackson)
Correct the mistake:
"I am allergic chocolate - it's the worst allergy in the world!"
"I'm allergic TO chocolate - it's the worst allergy in the world!"
Allergic to = dependent preposition
Which First Nations artefact represents Mother Earth?
The drum
In Canada, it is considered a "cultural gaffe" to not tip at restaurants. What % should you tip?
A. 10% to 15%
B. 15% to 25%
C. 20% to 25%
B. 15% to 25%
According to our World Statistics exercise, 300,000 people in the world live on under ________ a day (extreme poverty)
A. $2.40
B. $1.89
C. $1.90
C. $1.90
How many locks did you have to unlock in the "Breakout Box" Activity?
5
1. Which phrasal verb means "to experience"? (150 points)
2. Which phrasal verb means "to mix or join into a community" (150 points)
1. Which phrasal verb means "to experience"? (GO THROUGH)
2. Which phrasal verb means "to mix or join into a community" (INTEGRATE INTO)
How many days does the average Canadian spend commuting to work each year?
12
Name the 6 Hofstede Cultural Dimensions
(1 correct guess = 50 points)
Power Distance, Individualist, Collectivist, Feminine, Masculine, and Uncertainty Avoidance
Name 3 fairtrade products that are NOT coffee, tea or herbs & spices
1 correct guess = 100 points
Possible answers: Cocoa, cotton, bananas or flowers
Which breed of owl did we see during the BC Wildlife Park Virtual Encounter?
A. Great Horned Owl
B. Burrowing Owl
C. Big Circular Owl
B. Burrowing Owl
What's the difference between "on my mind" and "in mind"?
On my mind = you're worrying about it
In mind = you're thinking about it
Name 4 Canadian provinces or territories that are NOT British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia or Nunavut.
1 correct guess = 100 points
Possible answers: Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island (PEI), Yukon, Northwest Territories, New Brunswick
In Canada, workplaces are usually more informal when compared to workplaces in France.
Which cultural dimensions explain this fact for both countries?
(1 correct guess = 200 points)
Canada = Low Power Distance
France = High Power Distance
Define "Global Citizen"
Possible answers: A person who...
*is aware of the wider world
*respects and values diversity
*committed to social justice
*participates in community
*works with others for a more equitable and sustainable world
*senses their role in the world
*takes responsibility for their actions
What province is the Royal Tyrrell Museum located in?
Alberta
1. What are free range food products? (300 points)
2. What are two examples of free range food products? (200 points)
1. Food that comes from animals that live freely
2. Possible answers: Eggs, chicken, milk
Name 5 food or drink items you can get from Tim Hortons (you must answer 5 to get full points)
Possible answers: Donuts, iced capp, coffee, Timbits, Timbiebs, double double, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, tea....basically anything you can dream of :)
According to the Canadian Culture Quiz, what do Canadians value the most? (Hint: It's not Tim Hortons, ice hockey or Justin Bieber)
Honesty
What does the "ovarian lottery" mean?
When people were born lucky because they have enough food, safety, and freedom