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Idioms

100

A blessing in disguise

Something that seems bad or unlucky at first but results in something good

200

Let the cat out of the bag

To reveal a secret or disclose something that was meant to be kept confidential

300

Burn the midnight oil

To work late into the night or early morning hours, often to meet a deadline

400

Under the weather

Feeling ill or unwell

500

The early bird catches the worm

People who start early or are proactive are more likely to succeed or benefit

Vocabulary

100

What does the word “meticulous” mean

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise

200

what does the word perplexed mean?

 Confused or puzzled

300

what does the word Reluctant mean?

Unwilling or hesitant to do something

400

what does the word Eloquent mean?

Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing; well-expressed

500

what does the word Vivid mean?

Producing strong, clear images or impressions in the mind; bright and intense

Grammar

100

Identify the tense of the following sentence: “She is studying now.”

The tense is the present continuous

200

Correct the following sentence: “If I was you, I would have gone.

“If I were you, I would have gone.”

300

Explain the difference in usage between the past perfect continuous and the past perfect tenses.

The past perfect continuous (e.g., “I had been studying”) emphasizes the duration of an action up to a certain point in the past. The past perfect (e.g., “I had studied”) simply indicates that an action was completed before another past action.  

400

 Combine the following sentences using a relative clause:

• “I met a woman. She is a famous author.”

I met a woman who is a famous author

500

Rewrite the following sentences to use reported speech correctly:

1. She said, “I am going to the store.”
2. He asked, “Did you finish the project?”

• She said that she was going to the store.
• He asked if I had finished the project.

Fun Facts

100

What is the capital of France?

Paris

200

How many continents are there on Earth?

Seven

300

What is the largest planet in our solar system

Jupiter

400

Which element on the periodic table has the chemical symbol "Au"?

Gold

500

What is the name of the longest river in the world, and what is its approximate length

The Nile River

Cultural Insights

100

What is a common traditional food eaten during Thanksgiving in the United States?

Turkey

200

Name one major festival celebrated in Japan and briefly describe its significance.

The Cherry Blossom Festival (Hanami) celebrates the blooming of cherry blossoms and symbolizes the beauty and transience of life.

300

Explain the cultural importance of "siesta" in Spain

 A "siesta" is a traditional midday nap in Spain

400

when is day of the dead celebrated in mexico?

November 1st and 2nd

500

How long is the Chinese new year celebrated?

15 days