Vocabulary
Fill in the blank with the correct words:
I don't like my major. I think I'm on the ______ _______.
wrong track
Who is the first cartoon character to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Mickey Mouse
The city of Los Angeles is located in which U.S. state?
California
Which city in Southern California is known for good sushi, safe neighborhoods and the El Camino Community College Campus?
Torrance, CA
What is the name of the energetic dance that became a popular form of exercise in the 2000s?
Zumba
This word means: a strong desire to achieve a goal.
motivation
Which of these sights is NOT in Hollywood?
A) Grauman's Chinese Theatre
B) Crossroads of the World
C) Walt Disney Studios
C) Walt Disney Studios
"Los Angeles" is not an English phrase. What language is it?
Spanish
Which foreign country borders Southern California?
Mexico
You use this idiom to explain that something might be simple to describe, but hard to do.
"easier said than done"
What are two synonyms for "make a change"?
Change Directions
Switch Gears
Go in a different direction
What year was the Hollywood sign made?
A) 1962
B) 1923
C) 1985
B) 1923
What is the population of Los Angeles?
A) close to 4 million
B) close to 6 million
C) close to 9 million
A) Close to 4 million
What city is Disneyland, CA located in?
Anaheim
What foreign country did Abbey teach English in?
Ukraine
This word can be a noun or a verb. It refers to finding a balance or agreement between different ideas.
Compromise
What is the name of the movie that won the Best Picture Award at the most recent Oscars?
Everything Everywhere All At Once
What is the name of the tall, skinny trees that are very common in Los Angeles?
Palm Trees
This spiky desert plant is common across Southern California.
Cactus
What is DJ's dog's name?
Nala
This colorful idiom is used when something happens that is sudden, surprising and unexpected.
out of the blue
The nickname for the American movie business is "Hollywood," a neighborhood in Los Angeles. What is the nickname for the Indian movie business that started in the city once called Bombay?
Bollywood
What is the name of the LA fast food restaurant that is famous for "animal style" burgers and fries?
In'N'Out
This attraction on the beach features a big Ferris wheel, rollercoasters, food, games, and the end of Historic Route 66.
The Santa Monica Pier