Summer Activities
A popular cold treat made from milk and sugar.
Ice cream
What does “it’s raining cats and dogs” mean?
It’s raining heavily
In the UK, they say “flat.” In the US, it is called a…?
Apartment
What is the name of the lake in the Pamir Mountains that is one of the highest in the world, over 3,900 meters above sea level?
Lake Sarez
What is a synonym for "enormous"?
huge, gigantic, large, big
This is a place where people swim, sunbathe, and build sandcastles.
The beach
What does “hit the books” mean?
To study hard
In the US, they say “trash can.” In the UK, it is called a…?
Bin for rubbish
Who was the first Tajikistan president appointed by Gorbachev?
Qahhor Mahkamov
Define "resilient."
able to recover quickly
What is the name of the activity where you sleep in a tent in nature?
Camping
What does “break the ice” mean?
to start a conversation or make people feel comfortable
The UK says “lift,” Americans say…?
Elevator
What major historical route passed through what is now Tajikistan, connecting East and West?
Silk Road
What is the noun form of "decide"?
decision
What is the name of the tool used to catch fish?
Fishing rod
What does “once in a blue moon” mean?
Very rarely
Americans say “cookie,” the British say…?
Biscuit
Which ancient city in modern-day Tajikistan was once a center of learning and culture during the Samanid Empire?
Bukhara (now considered UZ)
What's a word for someone who can speak many languages?
polyglot
This summer activity uses a small boat with a paddle.
Kayaking or canoeing
What does “burn the midnight oil” mean?
Work or study late into the night
In the UK, ‘nappy’ means something used for a baby. What do Americans call it?”
A diaper
In Tajik mythology, the epic poem Shahnameh features many Persian heroes. Name one famous figure from Tajik-Persian folklore or literature who appears in the Shahnameh.
Rustam
What does "ambiguous" mean?
having more than one possible meaning