U.S. Cities and States
Holidays
Vocabulary Potpourri
Conjunctions and Transitions
Working' It!
100
In what STATE is the largest Mardi Gras celebration in the U.S.?
Louisiana
100
When is Valentine's Day?
Feb 14
100
What is a "filter"?
Answers do not have to be exact; teacher will decide.
Something that removes unwanted "stuff"
100
Name two transition words that mean "contrast"
could be many responses
but
however
yet
although
even though
100
What does the "S" in the STAR technique stand for?
situation
200
In what city did Martin Luther King give his "I have a dream" speech?
Washington D.C.
200
When is Groundhog Day?
Feb 2
200
What does "analyze" mean?
To break something down in parts
200
Name 3 transition words meaning to add information
Could be many:
and
additionally
also
in addition
furthermore
Moreover
200
What do you have to do when you're talking about the "T" in the STAR technique
Answers do not have to be exact; teacher will decide.
Explain the task/ what do you need to do?
300
In what state does Puxatauney Phil look for his shadow?
Pennsylvania
300
What happens the day after Mardi Gras?
Lent begins/Ash Wednesday
300
What does "compensation" mean?
Answers do not have to be exact; teacher will decide.
payment
money
300
Name 1 subordinate conjunction that means cause and effect
because
therefore
so that
since
300
What is a "mock" interview?
Answers do not have to be exact; teacher will decide.
A pretend interview to help you prepare for a job
400
In which city does the second-largest Mardi Gras celebration take place in the U.S.?
Mobile, AL
400
What holiday is coming up in March? It is known for green and 4 leaf clovers.
St. Patrick's Day
400
Explain what a T chart is.
Answers do not have to be exact; teacher will decide.
a table with 2 columns that looks like a T
400
Name 2 transition words you could use when you get to the END of something you are writing
Could be several:
In conclusion
In summary
To summarize
To sum up
Overall
In general
400
Name 2 things you should do in the first paragraph of a cover letter.
Answers do not have to be exact; teacher will decide.
Explain how your goals match the goals of the company
Show enthusiasm for the specific position
State how the job description matches your skill set and experience.
500
In what city did Jim Withers begin to help homeless people get access to medical care?
Pittsburgh, PA
500
What are you supposed to say when a Mardi Gras float passes you by in New Orleans?
Throw me something, mister!
500
What does "seasonal" mean?
Answers do not have to be exact; teacher will decide.
Something that happens only during certain seasons or times of the year.
500
Why is it important to use transition words and conjunctions when you write?
Answers do not have to be exact; teacher will decide.
It helps readers make connections between ideas.
500
What are 3 things you should or should not do during a job interview?
Answers will vary; teacher will decide.
don't chew gum
don't use your phone
don't be too informal
use clear language
don't eat
wear professional clothes
speak clearly
try not to use "um" and "uh"