Urban and Rural Life
Name one difference between urban cities and rural towns?
-noise
-amenities available
-public transport options
-population
-etc.
Name three important food groups for a healthy diet
Protein (meats, plant-based proteins)
Vegetables and fruits
Grains
etc.
Name three types of art
-music
-performances (theatre, dance, opera)
-written works (plays, poetry, caligraphy)
-fashion
-etc.
Name three other ways to say "I think"...
I believe that...
In my opinion...
From my perspective...
etc...
Give two examples of dynasties in China
Ming dynasty
Qing dynasty
etc.
Where does the stress go on the word 'record' (verb) and 'record' (noun)?
reCORD (verb)
REcord (noun)
What is the general focus of questions asked in Part 1 of the IELTS exam?
General questions about everyday topics (home, family, friends, work/studies, hobbies, etc.)
Name 3 strategies to take more effective notes during Part 2 of the IELTS exam
-use shortened words/abbreviations
-not writing full sentences (not writing prepositions)
-making notes on every point of the task card
What does the 'lexical resource' scoring refer to in the IELTS exam?
Varied and advanced vocabulary/expressions
Give an example using a future time clause
Future time clause (present tense) + main clause (future tense)
As soon as...
As long as...
By the time that...
Providing that...
Unless...
If... will...
When...
Until...
Once...
Before/After...
What are fluency and coherence?
Fluency: how easily you can continue in English without pausing to think
Coherence: how easily you can be understood
What does 'eco-art' refer to? What is an example of it?
Art that is good for the environment
bottle-cap murals, metal sculptures, etc.
What does 'frugal' mean?
someone who doesn't want/like to spend a lot of money - very cheap
What does 'amenities' mean?
A useful/desireable feature, facility, or service that makes life more comfortable, pleasant, or convenient
Examples: swimming pool, public parks, etc.
Name two differences between traditional Chinese medicine beliefs compared to Western ones
-drinking iced water vs. hot water (cold milk, tea, etc.)
-eating raw vs. cooked vegetables
-leaving shoes on in the house vs. off
-etc.
What is 'nostalgia'?
A feeling that makes us think of the past in a positive way (our childhood, past relationships, etc.)
What are two pros to being self-employed over working for a company?
-flexible hours
-autonomy over your business
-no limit on earnings
-flexible work location
-etc.
What does the 'Wild West' refer to?
The era of westward expansion, settlement, and conflict in the United States spanning roughly from the 17th century to 1912
Give an example of an UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Great Wall
The Grand Canal
Longmen Grottoes
etc.
What is 'diet culture'?
A widespread societal norm that values thinness, physical appearance, and weight-loss above overall health and well-being
What does 'symbolism' refer to?
The practice of using visual elements (objects, colors, shapes) to represent abstract ideas, emotions, etc. rather than showing something 'literal'
What is the difference between using 'must/have to' vs. 'should/ought to'?
'should/ought to': advice, recommendation, best practice