Flashback
What type of weather is 35 degrees Fahrenheit?
Cold weather, almost freezing
a list of all income and expenses
"budget"
"It's like apples and oranges"
to compare things that seem similar, but in reality are very different
What is an "impulse buy"? And how do many stores encourage it?
An "impulse buy" is when you purchase an item without thinking about it.
Many stores encourage impulse buys by offering sales and sending coupons, encouraging online shopping, and by placing products around the checkout area.
_____ are a popular place to stay in many American cities. They are cheaper than a motel and allow you to meet many different people.
"hostels"
Which word is best to use to make a suggestion?
could, should, or would
"should" is used for present or future suggestions.
the place that you will stay while travelling
"accommodations"
"By the skin of my teeth"
barely achieving something, coming very close to failure
What is another word for "down payment"?
deposit
What percent of Americans carry credit card debt from month to month?
Around 50% of Americans carry debt from month to month every year.
What is "civics"?
Civics is the study of societal systems and politics. Things like voting systems and elections are part of civics.
a list of travel destinations, routes, and travel times
"itinerary"
"The straw that broke the camel's back"
one of many small actions that finally lead to the breaking point
What is the difference in meaning between the words "debt" and "deficit"?
A "debt" is money that was borrowed and needs to be paid back.
A "deficit" is when you spent more money than you earned.
What is the most popular mode of travel in the US?
Most Americans prefer travelling by car over other modes of travel.
What is a new name for Columbus Day that many states are adopting?
Indigenous Peoples' Day, to honor the Native Americans
the extra percentage that you pay for borrowing money
"interest"
"A red herring"
information that is meant to distract from the main point
Why are Retail Credit Cards a higher risk than other credit cards?
Bonus Points: What is one way that Retail Credit Cards can still be beneficial?
Retail Credit Cards usually have much higher interest rates than normal credit cards, which cancels out the rewards they offer.
They can still be beneficial because they are usually easier to get approved for if you have bad credit, and if you shop at the store a lot the rewards can save you money as long as you pay it back before the due date.
What group of people brought the tradition of modern Christmas Trees to the US?
Bonus Points: Why was the Christmas Tree rejected in the US before this?
German immigrants brought the tradition of Christmas Trees to the US.
Before this, Puritans rejected Christmas Trees because they felt it distracted from the religious significance of the holiday.
What are the three main learning styles?
The three main learning styles are:
Visual - learning by watching
Tactile - learning by doing
Auditory - learning by listening
security before boarding international travel, that check for prohibited items
"customs"
"Reinvent the wheel"
to overcomplicate something simple
What does "consumerism" mean?
"Consumerism" - n. when a society is based around the buying and selling of goods and services.
How does the US Interstate numbering system work?
The US Interstates that end in a 0 go east-west, while the US Interstates that end in a 5 go north-south.