Vocabulary
Fill in: “We really _____ off immediately.”
hit it off
Fill in: “She _____ always forgets her keys.”
will
How do people make friends at different life stages?
Childhood - school/play; Adulthood - work/hobbies
Why are urban green spaces important?
Reduce pollution and boost mental health
Synonym: “shared opinions”
on the same wavelength
Correct: “I used playing outside every day.”
used to play
Three factors making friendships strong?
Communication, trust, shared interests
Explain the concept of "active edges" in urban design and their role in community engagement.
Active edges are boundaries between spaces, like shops and parks, that encourage people to stop, interact, and feel safe
Meaning: “confide in”
to share private thoughts with someone
Change past to present: “He used to smoke.”
He doesn’t smoke anymore
Describe how comfort food might affect people's emotions and social interactions in different cultures.
Comfort food provides emotional relief and can bring people together when shared"
Why people might perform better in workspaces without stereotypical decor.
Neutral spaces reduce anxiety and allow people to focus without fear of being judged or stereotyped
Complete: “We _____ over jazz music.”
bonded
Difference: “I would visit” vs “I visit”
‘would’ describes past habits; present is current habit
Compare formal vs informal friendships
Formal friendships often relate to work or structured settings; informal ones are more casual and spontaneous
Define "comfort food" and explain its emotional significance across cultures.
Comfort food is familiar, nostalgic food that provides emotional relief and a sense of security.
Synonym to "an instant liking"
clicked
Fill in: “She is _____ borrowing clothes!”
always
Formal friendships often relate to work or structured settings; informal ones are more casual and spontaneous
Some cultures link friendship closely to family and communal meals, while others emphasize individual choice and casual gatherings
Provide examples of phrasal verbs describing socializing, then use each in a sentence.
hang out (We often hang out at the park); catch up (Let’s catch up over coffee); chill out (I like to chill out with my friends)