Home Truths
What type of home technology can automatically turn lights on or off?
A smart home system (or sensors).
Name one quality of a good friend.
What does the word variety mean?
Many different kinds.
Which tense talks about habits and routines?
Present Simple.
How can you politely remind a friend about homework?
Name one reason why some people prefer traditional homes.
What can joining a club help you do?
Meet new people and make friends.
If someone has a positive attitude, how do they usually feel?
Hopeful or optimistic.
Complete the sentence:
"She ________ TV when I called."
was watching
(Past Continuous)
Give one polite excuse for not attending a party.
What reading strategy helps you guess what a passage will be about before you begin reading?
Making predictions.
Why are face-to-face conversations still important?
They help people understand emotions, build trust, and strengthen relationships.
What does improve mean?
To make something better.
Which tense is used for an action that happened before another action in the past?
Past Perfect.
What greeting would you use in an informal email?
Hi...
Hello...
Dear (friend's name)...
What is one advantage of modern technology in homes?
Name one thing strong friendships require.
Kindness, honesty, communication, trust, or support.
What is a stranger?
Someone you do not know.
Which tense describes an action that started in the past and is still continuing?
Present Perfect Continuous.
Give one appropriate closing for an informal email.
Why do homes look different around the world?
Because of differences in culture, climate, lifestyle, family size, and location.
Why do experts say online communication cannot completely replace real-life friendships?
Because face-to-face interactions build stronger emotional connections and trust.
What does the word scent mean?
A smell or fragrance.
What's the difference between these two sentences?
The first emphasizes the fact or result.
The second emphasizes the continuing activity.
Why is it important to use polite language when speaking with friends?
It shows respect, helps avoid misunderstandings, and maintains good relationships.