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What is the purpose of visiting www.engvid.com after watching the video?
What is the purpose of visiting www.engvid.com after watching the video?
Which action is NOT recommended at the end of the video?
Which action is NOT recommended at the end of the video?
What type of resources can be found on the YouTube channel mentioned in the video?
What type of resources can be found on the YouTube channel mentioned in the video?
What is expressed gratitude for at the beginning of the message?
What is expressed gratitude for at the beginning of the message?
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What is the suggested action after watching the video?
What is the suggested action after watching the video?
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What does the term 'the favorite' refer to in a family context?
What does the term 'the favorite' refer to in a family context?
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What does 'the black sheep' in a family typically represent?
What does 'the black sheep' in a family typically represent?
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What game did Emma and Audra decide to play concerning family expressions?
What game did Emma and Audra decide to play concerning family expressions?
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According to Emma, why might having a 'favorite' child not necessarily be a good thing?
According to Emma, why might having a 'favorite' child not necessarily be a good thing?
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Who did Audra and Emma determine might be the black sheep in their family?
Who did Audra and Emma determine might be the black sheep in their family?
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What might Audra's action of pointing down signify during their discussion?
What might Audra's action of pointing down signify during their discussion?
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How does Emma describe their brother James in relation to being the favorite?
How does Emma describe their brother James in relation to being the favorite?
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What is the relationship between Emma and Audra?
What is the relationship between Emma and Audra?
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What is meant by a 'black sheep' in a family context?
What is meant by a 'black sheep' in a family context?
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Which family expression refers to the youngest child in a family?
Which family expression refers to the youngest child in a family?
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What characteristic defines a 'daddy's girl'?
What characteristic defines a 'daddy's girl'?
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What does it mean to be the 'spitting image' of someone?
What does it mean to be the 'spitting image' of someone?
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In terms of family resemblance, what does the phrase 'to take after' mean?
In terms of family resemblance, what does the phrase 'to take after' mean?
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Which sibling is identified as the middle child in the discussion?
Which sibling is identified as the middle child in the discussion?
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What does it mean when someone says they 'get along' with someone?
What does it mean when someone says they 'get along' with someone?
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Who is recognized as the 'baby of the family'?
Who is recognized as the 'baby of the family'?
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How does Audra describe her relationship with their father?
How does Audra describe her relationship with their father?
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What role does the narrator take in maintaining relationships with relatives?
What role does the narrator take in maintaining relationships with relatives?
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In family dynamics, what does the term 'middle child' imply?
In family dynamics, what does the term 'middle child' imply?
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How is Audra's nature described in relation to social interactions?
How is Audra's nature described in relation to social interactions?
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What is a common trait shared by the narrator and their dad?
What is a common trait shared by the narrator and their dad?
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Why does Audra identify as a 'daddy's girl'?
Why does Audra identify as a 'daddy's girl'?
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What does it mean when someone is described as a 'mama's boy'?
What does it mean when someone is described as a 'mama's boy'?
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What is a key characteristic of a 'mama's boy' as discussed?
What is a key characteristic of a 'mama's boy' as discussed?
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What does the expression 'runs in the family' refer to?
What does the expression 'runs in the family' refer to?
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In the discussion, what trait was mentioned as running in the family?
In the discussion, what trait was mentioned as running in the family?
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What does 'to follow in someone's footsteps' mean?
What does 'to follow in someone's footsteps' mean?
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Who is identified as the 'breadwinner' in a family?
Who is identified as the 'breadwinner' in a family?
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In Audra's family, who takes on the role of the stay-at-home parent?
In Audra's family, who takes on the role of the stay-at-home parent?
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What is a potential negative perception of being a 'mama's boy'?
What is a potential negative perception of being a 'mama's boy'?
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What was one reason Audra's brother, James, is not considered a mama's boy?
What was one reason Audra's brother, James, is not considered a mama's boy?
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What cultural difference is mentioned regarding men living with their mothers?
What cultural difference is mentioned regarding men living with their mothers?
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What does the term 'stay-at-home parent' imply?
What does the term 'stay-at-home parent' imply?
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What was Audra's professional situation in relation to her father's career?
What was Audra's professional situation in relation to her father's career?
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Which of the following best describes being the 'breadwinner'?
Which of the following best describes being the 'breadwinner'?
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Study Notes
Family Expressions
- Favorite Child: The child parents like best. Not necessarily a positive thing.
- Black Sheep: The troublemaker or embarrassing member of the family.
- Baby of the Family: The youngest person, can be a child or adult based on birth order.
- Daddy's Girl: A child (or adult) with a close relationship to their father.
- Spitting Image: Looking exactly like another family member.
- Take After: Being similar to a family member in appearance or character.
- Get Along With: Having a peaceful and friendly relationship.
- Mama's Boy: A man with a very close relationship to his mother, sometimes considered unhealthy if too close.
- Runs in the Family: A trait, characteristic, or genetic tendency shared by many people in the family.
- Follow in Someone's Footsteps: Doing the same thing or type of job as a family member.
- Breadwinner: The person who earns the income to support the family.
- Stay-at-Home Parent: A parent who does not work outside the home and is responsible for household tasks and childcare.
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Test your knowledge of common family-related expressions and idioms. This quiz covers terms that describe family dynamics and relationships, from the 'black sheep' to the 'breadwinner'. See how well you understand the nuances of family language!