Vocabulary
What does the word 'garments' mean?
Clothes.
Name 3 sequencers we can use to describe the stages of a process.
Possible answers: First, firstly, second, secondly, next, then, after that, finally, lastly.
True or False? Swansea is the largest city in Wales.
False. The largest city in Wales is Cardiff.
In recent decades, British food has changed a lot. What has been the main cause of this?
Immigration.
Which country increased the popularity of the English language after the end of the British empire?
The USA.
What is an 'ethical dilemma'?
A conflict between alternatives where, no matter what a person decides to do, some ethical principle will be compromised.
Which grammar form do we commonly use in process description writing?
Passive voice.
What is the Tate Modern?
An art gallery in London.
What is the most popular Chinese dish in the UK?
Chow mein
Who was Isambard Kingdom Brunel?
A famous British engineer.
Name 3 linkers/discourse markers that can be used to show addition.
in addition, additionally, as well as this, moreover
Change this sentence to make it the correct style for a process description: The engineer checks the temperature of the steel.
The temperature of the steel is checked.
In which centuries did the industrial revolution take place?
18th and 19th centuries.
One word completes the names of these 3 British dishes. What is the word? Apple ____, Shepherd's ____, Steak and Kidney _______
Pie
Who is 'Banksy'?
A famous British street artist.
What is 'carbon capture'?
A technique to collect and store carbon before it reaches the atmosphere.
Why should this sentence NOT be used when writing a description of the cheese-making process: "Cheese is delicious and is eaten all over the world."
It does NOT describe the process. It is considered to be opinion or commentary.
How many countries use English as their official language?
60
What is a 'chip butty'?
A type of sandwich. 2 pieces of bread with chips inside.
What number do British people consider to be unlucky?
13
Give 3 alternative words/phrases for 'disadvantages'.
argument against, cons, downside, drawback, frequent criticism, negative aspect, negative effect
Name 3 problems with using AI to do your English writing for you.
Possible answers: your teacher will know you used AI, you won't improve your writing, AI makes a lot of errors, using AI will destroy your brain, using AI makes you lazy, AI is going to destroy the world.
What is the name of the current British prime minister?
Keir Starmer.
What is often considered Britain's national dish?
Chicken Tikka Masala
What app do British people use to message each other instead of WeChat?