Everything Southbourne
Who is the DoS
Shane
What is a stronger word for very cold?
Freezing
Possible: chilly, icy
I no like apples.
I don’t like apples.
What does this mean?
It’s raining cats and dogs.
It is raining very heavily.
What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?
London
When was Southbourne School of English founded?
1966
What is the opposite of expensive?
Cheap
Possible: inexpensive, affordable
She go to school every day.
She goes to school every day.
What does this mean?
I need to break the ice.
Start a conversation and make people feel more comfortable.
What is the day after Christmas Day called in the UK?
Boxing Day
What is one rule about speaking in class at Southbourne School of English?
English only!
Which word does not belong?
angry / annoyed / furious / delighted
delighted
They can play piano.
They can play the piano.
Complete the expression:
He hit the nail on the ______.
head
Meaning: he said exactly the right thing.
In the UK, what does “queue” mean?
To wait in a line.
What accreditation does Southbourne School of English have from the UK government?
Accredited by the British Council
Complete the collocation:
make / do / take a decision
make a decision
If I will see him, I will tell him.
If I see him, I will tell him.
→ First conditional: no “will” in if-clause
What does this mean?
She has been burning the midnight oil.
She has been working late into the night.
What is the significance of the “Union Jack”?
It is the national flag of the UK, combining elements of England, Scotland, and Ireland’s historical flags
You have a problem with your accommodation. What could you say at reception?
Excuse me, I have a problem with my host family. Could you help me?
Give both a synonym and an antonym for brave
synonym: courageous (possible: bold)
antonym: cowardly (possible: afraid, timid)
Rewrite this sentence using inversion:
If I had known the truth, I would have acted differently.
Had I known the truth, I would have acted differently.
Complete the expression:
With the benefit of ________, I would have done it differently.
hindsight
Meaning: looking back now, I realise I would have done it differently.
What is meant by “constitutional monarchy” in the UK?
A system where the monarch is head of state but their powers are limited by Parliament and laws; real political power is held by elected government