Grammar Detectives
“He don’t like coffee.”
He doesn't like coffee.
What’s a more formal word for “help”?
Assist
Define
"What does ‘optimistic’ mean?"
Answer: hopeful and confident about the future
"Break the ice"
To start a conversation in a social setting
Listen: “Can you tell me the time?” → What did the person ask for?
The time
Choose the correct form: “If I ___ more time, I would travel.”
had
Give a synonym for “important” that starts with “s”.
Significant
True or False
"A ‘dedicated’ person lacks commitment."
Answer: False
"Hit the nail on the head"
To be exactly right about something
Listen and choose the best reply: “Would you like tea or coffee?”
I’d like some tea, please.
Spot the error: “They was going to the cinema.”
was → were
Use a compound adjective to describe a well-paid but stressful job.
High-pressure, well-paid, or fast-paced
Fill-in-the-Blank
"If someone is ‘innovative,’ they often ______ new ideas or solutions."
Answer: create or develop
"Let the cat out of the bag"
To accidentally reveal a secret
Spot the silent letter: “autumn”
Silent n
Rewrite in Passive Voice: “The company released a new product.”
A new product was released by the company.
Define “meticulous” and use it in a sentence.
Very careful and precise.
Example: “She is meticulous about keeping her desk organized.”
Question
"Describe why optimism can be beneficial. Give two positive impacts of having an optimistic attitude."
"Optimism helps people feel happier and more resilient when facing challenges."
"Bite the bullet"
To do something difficult or unpleasant that you’ve been avoiding
Finish this sentence: “If I had known about the meeting, I…”
would have attended.
Identify all the tenses: “She had been studying before she went out.”
Past Perfect Continuous and Past Simple
Fill in the blank: “He showed great ____ during the presentation.”
confidence
Describe
Describe someone who is “resourceful” using a personal example.
Example Answer: "A resourceful person is someone who can find solutions in difficult situations, like when my friend used old materials to create a great art project."
"Burning the midnight oil"
Working late into the night
What’s the meaning of “I was over the moon”?
Very happy