Grammar Challenge
Complete with a modal: “He looks tired. He _ be working all night.”
must have
What do you call a traditional house made of mud in rural areas?
A hut / mud-brick house / adobe house
What phrasal verb means to start suddenly (fire, war, disease)?
Break out
East or West, home
is best
Explain the difference between county and country, city and town
Country: A country is a sovereign nation with its own government, borders, and often a unique culture. Examples include Kazakhstan, France, and Brazil.
County: A county is a territorial division within a country, often functioning as an administrative or political unit. For instance, Kent County in England or Los Angeles County in the USA.
🏙️ City vs. Town
City: A city is a large and significant urban area, typically with a dense population and extensive infrastructure. Cities often serve as cultural, economic, or political hubs.
Town: A town is a human settlement larger than a village but smaller than a city, often with its own local government and services. Towns usually have a moderate population size and limited infrastructure compared to cities.
Write the verb in correct form: “The lecture was so _ that half the students fell asleep.”
boring
Name the compass point between north and west
Northwest
Give the meaning of “break down” in the context of a car.
To stop functioning
''You can take the boy out of the country,
but you can’t take the ___ out of the boy.”
Name examples of public transportation in a city
buses, subways (metro), or trams.
Transform into reported speech:“She might be living in the countryside now.”
She said she might be living in the countryside now.
Use “urban” and “rural” in a sentence comparing city and country life.
(Open, e.g., “Urban areas are more crowded than rural ones.”)
Use “break up” in a sentence about cities
(Open, e.g., “The noise pollution broke up their peaceful evening.”)
“I go around all the places; cities, towns and villages, but never come inside. What am I?”
A street
True False
Cities usually have more people than towns.
Public transportation is uncommon in urban areas.
Urban areas typically have more job opportunities than rural areas.
Skyscrapers are commonly found in the countryside.
Urban areas often experience more traffic congestion than rural areas.
People in urban areas have less access to health and educational services than those in rural areas.
Urban areas are usually quieter than rural areas.
Urbanization refers to the movement of people from cities to rural areas.
Cities often have more cultural attractions, like museums and theaters, than rural areas.
Urban areas are less likely to have green spaces like parks.
Cities usually have more people than towns.
True
Public transportation is uncommon in urban areas.
False
Urban areas typically have more job opportunities than rural areas.
True
Skyscrapers are commonly found in the countryside.
False
Urban areas often experience more traffic congestion than rural areas.
True
People in urban areas have less access to health and educational services than those in rural areas.
False
Urban areas are usually quieter than rural areas.
False
Urbanization refers to the movement of people from cities to rural areas.
False
Cities often have more cultural attractions, like museums and theaters, than rural areas.
True
Urban areas are less likely to have green spaces like parks.
False
Correct the error: “He must went to the wrong village.”
He must have gone to the wrong village.
define: ''dwelling'' and use it in a sentence.
A place where someone lives. E.g., The cave was the earliest form of human dwelling.
What’s the difference between “break in” and “break into”?
“Break in” = enter illegally / interrupt; “Break into” = enter by force (always needs an object)
“Why can’t a man living in New York be buried in Chicago?”
Because he’s still living!
What is the opposite of urban?
The opposite of urban is rural.
Combine using a participle: “She was amazed. She saw the sun rising behind the mountains.”
Amazed, she saw the sun rising behind the mountains.
What word describes a densely populated city that spreads outward without planning?
Urban sprawl
Use 2 phrasal verbs with “break” in one sentence about Earth or nature.
(e.g., “A storm broke out, and the dam broke down.”
“I force a path through barriers—walls of metal or glass. What am I?”
break through
What is one advantage and one disadvantage of living in an urban area?
Advantages:
Access to Services: Urban areas typically offer a wide range of services, including healthcare, education, and entertainment, providing residents with greater convenience and opportunities.
Employment Opportunities: Cities often have a higher concentration of businesses and industries, leading to more diverse job opportunities for residents. Wikipedia
Public Transportation: Urban areas usually have well-developed public transportation systems, making commuting more efficient and reducing the reliance on personal vehicles. Wikipedia
Disadvantages:
High Cost of Living: Living in a city can be expensive due to higher housing costs, taxes, and general expenses.
Pollution and Noise: Urban environments often face issues with air and noise pollution, which can impact residents' health and quality of life.
Overcrowding: High population density in cities can lead to overcrowded public spaces and housing, potentially causing stress and reducing personal space.