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What does it mean to be resolute?
What does it mean to be resolute?
- To be easily swayed by others
- To feel uncertain and doubtful
- To be unwavering in determination (correct)
- To constantly change one's mind
What is the primary meaning of the noun 'aisle'?
What is the primary meaning of the noun 'aisle'?
- An area for conducting business
- A type of seating arrangement
- A passageway between rows of seats (correct)
- A place to display goods
What verb can mean ‘to feel uncertain about something’?
What verb can mean ‘to feel uncertain about something’?
- Persist
- Niggle
- Resolve
- Doubt (correct)
What does the verb 'subside' mean?
What does the verb 'subside' mean?
Which of the following best describes the phrasal verb 'perk up'?
Which of the following best describes the phrasal verb 'perk up'?
In the context of decision-making, what does 'food for thought' imply?
In the context of decision-making, what does 'food for thought' imply?
What does the verb 'niggle' signify in a person's experience?
What does the verb 'niggle' signify in a person's experience?
What does the verb 'doubt' imply?
What does the verb 'doubt' imply?
What is indicated by the noun 'routine'?
What is indicated by the noun 'routine'?
Which of the following sentences uses 'aisle' correctly?
Which of the following sentences uses 'aisle' correctly?
What does 'semblance' mean?
What does 'semblance' mean?
Which example correctly illustrates the use of 'food for thought'?
Which example correctly illustrates the use of 'food for thought'?
If one is described as having a 'niggling pain', what does this refer to?
If one is described as having a 'niggling pain', what does this refer to?
Which statement best describes a 'standout'?
Which statement best describes a 'standout'?
What does it mean if something 'niggles' you?
What does it mean if something 'niggles' you?
How might one describe the process of hunger subsiding?
How might one describe the process of hunger subsiding?
What does it mean if someone is determined to achieve something?
What does it mean if someone is determined to achieve something?
What best defines a person who is 'resolute'?
What best defines a person who is 'resolute'?
What would typically NOT be associated with someone who has 'perked up'?
What would typically NOT be associated with someone who has 'perked up'?
In the context provided, what can be inferred about Marcus's experience?
In the context provided, what can be inferred about Marcus's experience?
What might indicate someone is feeling 'doubt' about a suggestion?
What might indicate someone is feeling 'doubt' about a suggestion?
How does the phrase 'lean on those who support us' contribute to the overall message?
How does the phrase 'lean on those who support us' contribute to the overall message?
If someone says they have 'food for thought', what are they asking for?
If someone says they have 'food for thought', what are they asking for?
In the context provided, which is an example of 'routine'?
In the context provided, which is an example of 'routine'?
Which best describes a 'niggling' sensation?
Which best describes a 'niggling' sensation?
Which scenario illustrates the use of 'semblance'?
Which scenario illustrates the use of 'semblance'?
What characteristic of Al is highlighted through the marathon event?
What characteristic of Al is highlighted through the marathon event?
What is the synonym of 'resolute'?
What is the synonym of 'resolute'?
What phrasal verb describes the improvement in someone’s condition after feeling unwell?
What phrasal verb describes the improvement in someone’s condition after feeling unwell?
If someone experienced a 'standout performance', what does it imply?
If someone experienced a 'standout performance', what does it imply?
What does the speaker imply about facing fears based on Marcus’s journey?
What does the speaker imply about facing fears based on Marcus’s journey?
What effect can music have on someone's mood according to the content?
What effect can music have on someone's mood according to the content?
Which noun refers to a fixed way of doing things?
Which noun refers to a fixed way of doing things?
What is NOT an example of an aisle?
What is NOT an example of an aisle?
In the context of relaxation, what did Mark experience with the niggle about his door?
In the context of relaxation, what did Mark experience with the niggle about his door?
The key message conveyed by the episode is primarily about what?
The key message conveyed by the episode is primarily about what?
What adjective best describes a remarkable day that stands out among others?
What adjective best describes a remarkable day that stands out among others?
Which scenario best exemplifies someone being resolute?
Which scenario best exemplifies someone being resolute?
Which activity is suggested as a way to 'perk up'?
Which activity is suggested as a way to 'perk up'?
Which of the following situations best exemplifies 'food for thought'?
Which of the following situations best exemplifies 'food for thought'?
What does the phrase 'the storm began to subside' imply?
What does the phrase 'the storm began to subside' imply?
Which verb is synonymous with 'decrease' in the context of mental clarity improving?
Which verb is synonymous with 'decrease' in the context of mental clarity improving?
How is 'routine' important in daily life?
How is 'routine' important in daily life?
When someone is described as having a 'niggle', what is the most accurate description of their feeling?
When someone is described as having a 'niggle', what is the most accurate description of their feeling?
What term describes the outward appearance of someone who might not be feeling confident internally?
What term describes the outward appearance of someone who might not be feeling confident internally?
What was Marcus's final realization after overcoming challenges?
What was Marcus's final realization after overcoming challenges?
Which action did Marcus take to maintain control during the marathon planning?
Which action did Marcus take to maintain control during the marathon planning?
What feeling does Marcus experience as the marathon progresses, leading to a change in his previous anxiety?
What feeling does Marcus experience as the marathon progresses, leading to a change in his previous anxiety?
What does Marcus recognize as the true impact of the marathon beyond fundraising?
What does Marcus recognize as the true impact of the marathon beyond fundraising?
What major challenge does Marcus face during the marathon event?
What major challenge does Marcus face during the marathon event?
What does Marcus feel about his leadership during the marathon?
What does Marcus feel about his leadership during the marathon?
What phrase best describes the supportive actions of Marcus's team during the marathon?
What phrase best describes the supportive actions of Marcus's team during the marathon?
What emotion does Marcus feel at the end of the marathon?
What emotion does Marcus feel at the end of the marathon?
What can be inferred about Marcus's overall experience from planning the marathon?
What can be inferred about Marcus's overall experience from planning the marathon?
What method did Marcus use to monitor the marathon event?
What method did Marcus use to monitor the marathon event?
How does Marcus’s perception of the day's events change as the marathon concludes?
How does Marcus’s perception of the day's events change as the marathon concludes?
What was Lucy determined to change in her life?
What was Lucy determined to change in her life?
How did Lucy feel when she first entered the supermarket?
How did Lucy feel when she first entered the supermarket?
What did Lucy decide to focus on during her shopping trip?
What did Lucy decide to focus on during her shopping trip?
What was Lucy's approach to dealing with self-doubt during her shopping experience?
What was Lucy's approach to dealing with self-doubt during her shopping experience?
What was a significant moment for Lucy while shopping?
What was a significant moment for Lucy while shopping?
What lesson did Lucy learn from her shopping experience?
What lesson did Lucy learn from her shopping experience?
What did Lucy leave the supermarket with?
What did Lucy leave the supermarket with?
What was Lucy's primary source of inspiration during her grocery shopping?
What was Lucy's primary source of inspiration during her grocery shopping?
How did Lucy's view of her shopping experience change by the end?
How did Lucy's view of her shopping experience change by the end?
What emotion did Lucy battle with throughout her shopping trip?
What emotion did Lucy battle with throughout her shopping trip?
What did Lucy resolve to do about her eating habits?
What did Lucy resolve to do about her eating habits?
What type of feelings did Lucy associate with processed foods?
What type of feelings did Lucy associate with processed foods?
What does Lucy's story ultimately emphasize?
What does Lucy's story ultimately emphasize?
What did Lucy confront in the snack aisle?
What did Lucy confront in the snack aisle?
What is a common reaction when discussing divisive news topics as mentioned?
What is a common reaction when discussing divisive news topics as mentioned?
Which of the following statements best describes the approach of Simple English News Daily?
Which of the following statements best describes the approach of Simple English News Daily?
Which news source is mentioned as being generally perceived as unbiased?
Which news source is mentioned as being generally perceived as unbiased?
What strategy is employed to avoid bias in reporting?
What strategy is employed to avoid bias in reporting?
Why might someone avoid discussing certain news topics?
Why might someone avoid discussing certain news topics?
How do some listeners feel about their children consuming news content?
How do some listeners feel about their children consuming news content?
What type of stories are covered by Simple English News Daily?
What type of stories are covered by Simple English News Daily?
How are violent or gruesome stories occasionally handled in podcast episodes?
How are violent or gruesome stories occasionally handled in podcast episodes?
What is a challenge mentioned regarding the perception of news sources?
What is a challenge mentioned regarding the perception of news sources?
What aspect of reporting can lead to disagreement among audiences?
What aspect of reporting can lead to disagreement among audiences?
How do the journalists at Associated Press contribute to news reporting?
How do the journalists at Associated Press contribute to news reporting?
What is one reason some people might feel inclined to criticize the BBC?
What is one reason some people might feel inclined to criticize the BBC?
What is the underlying issue related to discussing difficult news topics?
What is the underlying issue related to discussing difficult news topics?
Why is it challenging to maintain complete neutrality in news reporting?
Why is it challenging to maintain complete neutrality in news reporting?
What was the primary role of the speaker in their teaching career?
What was the primary role of the speaker in their teaching career?
What motivated the speaker to start their podcast?
What motivated the speaker to start their podcast?
What was one major challenge mentioned by the speaker regarding their transition to podcasting?
What was one major challenge mentioned by the speaker regarding their transition to podcasting?
What did the speaker think about the primary school age group?
What did the speaker think about the primary school age group?
How did the speaker view the political landscape after the Brexit vote?
How did the speaker view the political landscape after the Brexit vote?
Which subject did the speaker teach in addition to all-round primary subjects?
Which subject did the speaker teach in addition to all-round primary subjects?
What feedback did the speaker receive about their podcast?
What feedback did the speaker receive about their podcast?
What aspect of teaching did the speaker express dislike for?
What aspect of teaching did the speaker express dislike for?
What does the speaker listen to during their daily routine?
What does the speaker listen to during their daily routine?
Why did the speaker see a 'gap in the market'?
Why did the speaker see a 'gap in the market'?
How did the speaker characterize their podcasting journey?
How did the speaker characterize their podcasting journey?
What political event heightened the speaker's interest in the news?
What political event heightened the speaker's interest in the news?
What stage in their career did the speaker mention transitioning to podcasting?
What stage in their career did the speaker mention transitioning to podcasting?
What does the speaker's experience suggest about public interest in news after significant political events?
What does the speaker's experience suggest about public interest in news after significant political events?
What was the main issue the thong wearing protesters in Australia were demonstrating against?
What was the main issue the thong wearing protesters in Australia were demonstrating against?
What was the purpose of the demonstration named 'Free the Peach'?
What was the purpose of the demonstration named 'Free the Peach'?
Why did Guinness World Records strip Bobby the dog of his title as the oldest dog?
Why did Guinness World Records strip Bobby the dog of his title as the oldest dog?
Who was recognized as the oldest dog after Bobby lost his title?
Who was recognized as the oldest dog after Bobby lost his title?
What unusual gifts are some children reportedly receiving from the Tooth Fairy?
What unusual gifts are some children reportedly receiving from the Tooth Fairy?
What would the Tooth Fairy traditionally leave under a child's pillow?
What would the Tooth Fairy traditionally leave under a child's pillow?
How much money did the Tooth Fairy typically give the student recalling their experience?
How much money did the Tooth Fairy typically give the student recalling their experience?
What did the speaker find amusing about checking the size of swimwear on the beach?
What did the speaker find amusing about checking the size of swimwear on the beach?
What notable features characterized Winston Churchill’s false teeth?
What notable features characterized Winston Churchill’s false teeth?
What common misconception might people have about dogs living long lives?
What common misconception might people have about dogs living long lives?
Why was the situation regarding dental news perceived as bizarre?
Why was the situation regarding dental news perceived as bizarre?
What potential issue did the demonstration raise regarding regulations?
What potential issue did the demonstration raise regarding regulations?
What age was Bobby the dog reported to be when he was declared the oldest dog?
What age was Bobby the dog reported to be when he was declared the oldest dog?
What is one of the implications of the ban on g-string bikini bottoms mentioned?
What is one of the implications of the ban on g-string bikini bottoms mentioned?
Study Notes
Doubting your abilities
- To doubt something is to feel uncertain about it, or to think it is not likely to be true.
- This verb is frequently used to describe uncertainty about one's abilities.
- Doubting yourself can be a common feeling, especially when faced with challenges or competitive situations.
Food for Thought
- This idiom means that something provokes deep thought or serious consideration.
- It can be used to describe something that prompts reflection, often on complex or important topics.
Persistent annoyance
- To niggle is to cause slight discomfort or constant bother.
- It implies a persistent irritation or annoyance, something that keeps bothering you repeatedly.
- This can apply to both physical and mental discomfort.
Strong Determination
- Resolute describes someone who is extremely determined, unwavering, and steadfast in their goals or beliefs.
- Such individuals are admired for their unwavering commitment and persistence, despite challenges.
Navigating Passageways
- An isle is a passageway between two rows of seats or structures.
- This word is pronounced the same as the contraction of "I will" but has a different spelling.
- Examples include aisles in airplanes, supermarkets, churches, theaters, and large buildings with rows of seating.
Stephen's Background
- Stephen is a language learner who speaks Spanish and French.
- He has lived in France, Spain, Argentina, and England.
- He taught English in various countries, including Spain and Argentina.
- He was also a primary school teacher in England for three to four years.
Stephen's Podcast
- Stephen's podcast, "Simple English News Daily" (SEND7), is a daily podcast that provides news in easy English.
- He created the podcast after noticing a lack of easy-to-understand news podcasts for those learning English.
- Stephen left his job as a primary school teacher to focus on the podcast full-time.
News Bias
- Stephen strives for neutrality and unbiased reporting in his podcast.
- He uses multiple sources, including The BBC, Reuters, Al Jazeera, and Associated Press, to ensure a balanced perspective.
- Even with multiple sources, he acknowledges the impossibility of pleasing everyone and avoiding accusations of bias.
News Consumption Habits
- Stephen's news consumption increased significantly after the Brexit vote, he became more interested in politics and world events.
- Stephen believes many people in Britain shared this experience following Brexit.
- He suggests that the news has a very direct impact on many people's lives
Challenges of Discussing News
- Stephen recognizes the divisiveness of news and the potential to trigger strong reactions from listeners.
- He emphasizes the challenges of discussing contentious topics, especially on global platforms where diverse opinions exist.
- He acknowledges the difficulty of remaining impartial on controversial issues, as every news source has a potential bias.
Simple English News Daily
- Simple English News Daily is a daily news podcast.
- The host does not avoid covering any topic, including violent or negative events.
- The host does sometimes warn listeners about upcoming violent content, giving them the option to skip ahead.
- The host acknowledges the ethical challenge of children listening to the news, noting that death makes the news frequently.
- The host believes children must eventually learn about the realities of the world and that Simple English News Daily also covers good news and funny stories.
- The podcast covers stories from every continent.
Australian Thong Protests
- Protesters on Australia's Gold Coast protested against calls to ban thong bikini bottoms.
- Supporters of the ban argue that skimpy swimwear is demeaning and objectifies women.
- Those against the ban argue that women should be free to wear whatever they choose.
Guinness World Record Oldest Dog
- Bobby the Portuguese dog was named the oldest dog in the world in 2022, but the record was later revoked.
- Guinness World Records removed the record due to lack of evidence to support Bobby’s age claims.
- The owners were able to write in their own date of birth for the dog in the 1990s.
- The current record holder is Bluey, an Australian dog who lived from 1935 to 1965.
- The longevity of these dogs (over 30 years) is exceptional, given their typical lifespan of 12-14 years.
Tooth Fairy and Winston Churchill’s Teeth
- Some American children are receiving $100 bills and designer jewelry from the Tooth Fairy.
- The Tooth Fairy traditionally replaces lost teeth with coins, leaving nothing for children with poor dental hygiene.
- Winston Churchill's false teeth were recently sold at auction for £18,000.
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This quiz delves into the themes of self-doubt, determination, and persistent annoyance. It explores how these emotions affect individuals in challenging situations and encourages reflection on personal experiences. Engage with thought-provoking idioms and concepts that prompt deeper consideration of one's abilities.
