Vocabulary
Please define 'eco-friendly'.
Not harmful to the environment.
What percentage of trips are made by bicycles in Denmark?
19%
Transitive/Intransitive Verbs.
She smiled him.
She smiled at him.
Where is the Great Barrier Reef located?
Australia (off the northeastern coast of Australia)
These days, more and more people like to read e-books. Do you think people will stop reading paper books in the future? Why or why not.
Yes. E-books are lighter and easier to carry. Also they are good for the environment because there is no need to use paper to make them.
Please define ' implement'.
To begin to do something.
To put a plan into action.
Why are bicycles considered eco-friendly?
Because they emit no greenhouse gases.
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They discussed about the new project.
They discussed the new project.
In which continent is the longest river in the world located?
Africa
Some people say that children should start learning English from a young age. What do you think about that?
I agree. It's easier for young children to learn English. Also, if they start studying early, they can have more time to study.
Please define ' congestion'.
The problem of too much traffic.
What event influences Copenhagen's urban planners to install cycling infrastructure such as the 'Green Wave' and the 'Bicycle Snake'?
The oil crisis of the 1970's.
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The defense attorney fiercely objected the prosecutor's final statement.
The defense attorney fiercely objected to the prosecutor's final statement.
Which animal has the strongest bite force?
The crocodile (Saltwater Crocodile)
Some people say that more people will use online stores instead of going out for shopping. What do you think about that?
I agree. Shopping online is very convenient because people can look at things to buy from home. Young people prefer to choose things online rather than going out.
Please define 'waterfront'.
The land next to the water of an ocean, lake, etc.
Explain the term 'Copenhagenization'?
Making cities healthier and more attractive by adopting bike friendly policies.
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The teacher carefully explained us the difficult rules of the game.
The teacher carefully explained to us the difficult rules of the game.
Which South American country was recently struck by two earthquakes(7.2 and 7.5 magnitude), resulting in a death toll of about 4,333 people.
Venezuela
Some people say that using social media is too dangerous for young people. What do you think about that?
I agree. Young people don't realize the dangers of putting personal information on social media. Also, they won't study enough if they spend too much time on social media.
Please define 'sustainable'.
Able to continue using or doing something for a long time , without damaging the environment or depleting resources.
Please explain the Green Wave in details?
As long as cyclist maintain a speed of 20 kilometer per hour, the traffic lights are green all the way during rush hour on major bicycle routes. The road signals are operated simultaneously with the movement of the cyclists.
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The CEO emphasized on the importance of data privacy during the meeting.
The CEO emphasized the importance of data privacy during the meeting.
The Amazon Rainforest is associated with which body part?
The lungs
Today, many animals are in danger of extinction. Do you think people are doing enough to protect endangered animals? why or why not?
Yes. There are many laws that stop people from harming endangered animals. Also, there are many protected areas where people are prohibited from entering.