Smart phones have a major effect on human interaction
100
Give an example of a suffix that uses "ful"
helpful / useful / wonderful / cheerful
100
How do you agree with someone? (Not using the word 'agree'!)
That's a good point / I think so / I think you're right / Absolutely!
100
What is a common listening problem?
spelling of names / listening to numbers / different accents / connected speech sounds / too fast / not enough time
200
Anthropology
The study of the prehistory of humans. Also the study of society and cultures in general.
200
affect
The affect of smart phones on human interaction is debatable
200
This suffix means "can be"
"able/ ible." Examples are; accountable, edible, acceptable, etc.
200
How do you disagree with someone? (Not using the word 'disagree'!)
I think you're wrong / I don't think so / I'm not so sure
200
If you need help with your listening or speaking what should you do?
see me between 12:30-1:15pm on Thursdays
go to listening workshops outside of class
email me
300
adapt
To get used to or become good at something. It doesn't cause a problem for you any more.
300
life expectancy
The average life expectancy in Vietnam is 78
300
Give an example of a suffix that uses "less"
useless / careless / hopeless / jobless
300
What does it mean "I couldn't agree more"?
strongly agree
300
Why is the OWB so useful?
It helps practice your listening skills!
400
Custom
An accepted way of behaving or doing something that is specific to a particular society, place, or time.
400
die out
They taught me about family traditions so they wouldn't die out
400
What effect does the suffix "less" have on a word?
The word becomes an antonym
400
What are 3 examples of signposting? (No Repetition!)
First of all / Firstly / Secondly / Another point is that / In addition / Moreover / Furthermore / On one hand / On the other hand / Nevertheless / Even though / Though / Although / Lastly / Finally
400
Name 2 listening skills from Week 1...
It helps practice your listening skills!
500
Tradition
When customs or beliefs continue through generations (from children to parents to grandparents)
500
traditional
A traditional dress in Vietnam is the ao gai. I absolutely love them!
500
What are common suffixes for nouns? (Name 3 of them)
tion / ment / ity / sion
500
What are 5 examples of signposting? (No Repetition!)
First of all / Firstly / Secondly / Another point is that / In addition / Moreover / Furthermore / On one hand / On the other hand / Nevertheless / Even though / Though / Although / Lastly / Finally
500
What listening skills did you practice in week 2?
predicting word types / synonyms / antonyms / negatives / taking notes / focusing on keywords / predicting / looking at pictures / preparing to listen