HUMAN BEING
What word describes a person who is always willing to help other people?
kind / helpful / caring
What do we call the place where you live — a house, flat or apartment?
accommodation / property / home.
What do we call that students study at school?
school subjects.
What do we call a place where you can buy food, clothes or other products?
shop / store.
What is the capital city of Ukraine?
Kyiv
What is the difference between being shy and being introverted?
shy — nervous or uncomfortable with people; introverted — someone who generally prefers spending time alone or in small groups.
Name two household or garden jobs that people commonly have to do.
cleaning, gardening, cooking, washing, mowing the lawn etc.
What is the difference between a grade and a course requirement?
a grade shows how well a student has performed; a course requirement is something students must complete to pass/finish a course.
What is the difference between countable and uncountable nouns? Give one example of each related to food.
countable nouns can be counted (an apple, two apples); uncountable nouns cannot normally be counted individually (water, rice).
Name three types of geographical features you can find in Ukraine.
mountains, rivers, plains, lakes, forests etc.
If someone is easy-going, what kind of personality do they have?
relaxed, calm and not easily worried or annoyed.
What is the difference between renting a house and purchasing one?
renting = paying to use a property; purchasing = buying and owning it.
What is temporary work?
work that lasts for a limited period of time.
What is the difference between a few and a little?
a few + countable nouns; a little + uncountable nouns.
What is a natural resource? Give two examples.
something provided by nature that people use; e.g. water, forests, minerals, natural gas.
What word describes a person who is extremely determined and refuses to give up?
persistent
If you are looking for a place to live, what five things might you consider before renting it?
price, location, size, condition, transport, facilities, safety etc.
What factors can influence a person's choice of career?
interests, skills, qualifications, salary, working conditions, job opportunities, personality etc.
Why do companies use advertising tricks to persuade people to buy products?
to attract attention, create desire and persuade consumers to buy something.
What factors can influence the climate of a country?
geographical location, altitude, distance from seas/ocean etc.
Describe a person who is self-conscious. What might they worry about?
worried or uncomfortable about how other people see or judge them.
What could cause a conflict between people who live together, and how could they solve it?
different habits, responsibilities, noise, money, lack of privacy etc.; communicate, compromise and divide responsibilities.
What does the job market mean, and why can it be difficult for young people to enter it?
the situation involving available jobs and people looking for employment; young people may lack experience or qualifications.
Imagine you bought a product that doesn't work. What would you say to a shop assistant to complain politely?
e.g. “Excuse me, I bought this yesterday, but unfortunately it doesn't work. Could I have a refund or a replacement, please?”
How can international events influence the everyday lives of people in a country?
They can affect the economy, prices, travel, employment, education, safety and people's daily routines.