School Life
When does the school year start in Moldova?
On September 1st.
What is a “side dish”?
A small amount of food served with the main course.
Complete the tag question: School traditions are important, ___?
Aren’t they?
In which country is the Boat School located?
Bangladesh
What is a hobby?
An activity you enjoy doing in your free time.
What do students wear on graduation day in the USA?
Caps and gowns.
What do we call a person who copies another student's work?
copycat
Choose the correct preposition: Students should sleep ___ night.
At night
Where are classes held at Dongzhong Cave School?
In a cave in China.
What do we call a person who achieves something remarkable?
An achiever.
How many periods do students at Cresskill High School have per day?
Eight periods.
What does “hit the books” mean?
To begin studying hard.
Complete: ___ you don’t know the answer, ask your teacher.
If / In case.
What makes Philadelphia School of the Future unusual?
Students use technology and Microsoft apps instead of carrying books and pens.
Name two hobbies or interests that can help young people develop their talents.
Answers may include music, sport, reading, art or technology.
What is a “Family Feast” in American schools?
Thanksgiving dinner shared by teachers and students.
What is a “jumper”?
wool or cotton garment with long sleeves and no buttons.
Choose the correct article: My brother goes to ___ university.
No article (–).
Why did Mia choose to study in the UK? She was fascinated b
She was fascinated by British culture and traditions.
What is the difference between a hobby and a job?
A hobby is usually done for pleasure; a job is work done professionally, often for payment.
Name two differences between American and British school life described in the text.
American students have no uniforms at Cresskill and study Italian; British students wear uniforms and have assembly and registration.
Explain the idiom “learn by heart.”
memorise something.
Report the sentence: “I’m from Italy,” said Mia.
Mia said that she was from Italy.
Name two differences between Italian and British schools mentioned by Mia.
In Italy, teachers move between classrooms; in the UK, students move. Mia also chose biology, English
Why can hobbies and interests help young people become successful? Give two reasons.
They develop skills, confidence, creativity and experience.