Grammar structures
What is the past perfect tense of “go”? |
"have gone"
What is the opposite of “cheap”?
"EXPENSIVE"
What country is known for Big Ben and red buses?
Englans/ The UK
What does “it’s raining cats and dogs” mean?
It's raining heavily.
How many syllables in “education”?
four
Name a modal verb used to give advice.
should/ shouldn't
What do we call a person who writes for a newspaper?
a reporter
Name a traditional American holiday in November.
Thanksgiving day
What does “break the ice” mean in conversation?
To start a conversation in a relaxed way.
Which word has a silent letter: knee or need?
k is silent in "knee"
Report this. Mary said to Sam, "I cannot come with you."
Mary said that she couldn't come with Sam.
What is a synonym for “angry”?
"kind"
What’s the capital city of Australia?
Canberra
What’s the meaning of “once in a blue moon”?
very rarely
Which syllable is stressed in “banana”?
the second
Rewrite in passive: “They built the bridge in 2010.”
The bridge was built in 2010.
Mark got 73 points of 100. He was __________ about the results.” (excited/confused/disappointed)
disappointed
Name two official languages of Canada.
French ahd English
Explain: “to hit the nail on the head.”
To be exactly right or correct.
What’s the difference in sound between “ship” and “sheep”?
a ship is a kind of boat
a sheep is a farm animal
Identify the error: “She don’t like pizza.”
She doesn't like pizza.
What's the difference between "fun" and "funny"?
fun is a noun: We are having fun!
funny is an adjective: His hat was so funny.
What is the name of the British Queen before King Charles?
Elizabeth
What does “let the cat out of the bag” mean?
To be exactly right or correct.
Say these two words: “through” vs “though” – how are they different?
through- сквозь
though- однако, хотя