Vocabulary
What’s a formal synonym for “get”?
Obtain, acquire, receive
What’s the difference in meaning? “He must have left.” vs. “He might have left.”
“Must have” = almost certain; “might have” = possible
What does “come up with” mean?
To invent or suggest an idea or solution
Define a calculated risk and give an example.
A risk that is carefully considered before acting (e.g., investing in a startup)
What’s a healthy habit you have?
Open answer (e.g., exercising, eating vegetables)
What does “inevitable” mean? Use it in a sentence.
Certain to happen. “It’s inevitable that climate change will affect future generations.”
What tense? “By 2030, we will have reduced emissions.”
Future perfect
Use “set off” in two different meanings.
Leave: “We set off at 6 a.m.”
Trigger: “The alarm was set off.”
Complete the sentence with a third conditional:
"If he ______ (not take) that risk, he never would have succeeded."
If he _Had not taken_ that risk, he never would have succeeded.
What does “balanced diet” mean?
A diet with a variety of nutrients in the right proportions
Define “mitigate.”
make (something bad) less severe, serious, or painful.
Identify the error: “If I would have seen him, I would have said hi.”
“If I had seen him, I would have said hi.”
Idiom: “It’s not my cup of tea.” What does it mean?
It’s not something I enjoy or prefer.
Explain the idiom "nothing ventured, nothing gained."
You must take risks to achieve something worthwhile
Grammar: “You should have gone to the doctor.” What does this mean?
Regret or advice about a past action
What’s the meaning of “shortage”? Use it in a sentence.
A lack or not enough of something. e.g., "There is a shortage of clean water in many countries."
Rewrite: “People think she stole the money” in the passive.
She is thought to have stolen the money.
Explain: “To get cold feet”
To suddenly feel nervous and back out of something (usually before a big event).
Create a sentence using "although" and a modal verb to express risk.
Example: "Although she might fail, she decided to launch her business."
Use "nutrient," "metabolism," and "balanced diet" in one sentence.
Example: "A balanced diet provides essential nutrients that support metabolism."
Use “allegedly” in a sentence and explain its meaning.
Example: “He allegedly stole the money.” = It is claimed but not proven.
Use a relative clause: “The boy was very kind. He helped me.”
The boy who helped me was very kind.
Difference between “carry on” and “carry out”?
“Carry on” = continue
“Carry out” = complete/do (a task, an order)
What’s the difference between daring and reckless?
Daring = brave in a good way; reckless = dangerous without care
Evaluate how healthcare systems influence personal health choices.
Open answer (e.g., accessibility of services, preventative campaigns, health education)