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In which term does the unit 'Working 9 to 5' appear?
In which term does the unit 'Working 9 to 5' appear?
What is the focus of Unit 8?
What is the focus of Unit 8?
Which unit deals with concepts related to technology?
Which unit deals with concepts related to technology?
The contents indicate an expansion section. What does it cover?
The contents indicate an expansion section. What does it cover?
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Which of the following units is focused on food and nutrition?
Which of the following units is focused on food and nutrition?
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What dilemma do countries face regarding economic growth and environmental policies?
What dilemma do countries face regarding economic growth and environmental policies?
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What emotional responses do individuals experience when deciding on retirement?
What emotional responses do individuals experience when deciding on retirement?
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What phrase indicates agreement in expressing opinions?
What phrase indicates agreement in expressing opinions?
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What is a key requirement for Hashim’s science project?
What is a key requirement for Hashim’s science project?
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What does the librarian imply about Hashim's task?
What does the librarian imply about Hashim's task?
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Which expression reflects uncertainty about a viewpoint?
Which expression reflects uncertainty about a viewpoint?
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What commonly prevents the implementation of green measures?
What commonly prevents the implementation of green measures?
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How does Hashim feel about his research project?
How does Hashim feel about his research project?
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Which of the following structures is used to express a future action that will be completed by a specific time?
Which of the following structures is used to express a future action that will be completed by a specific time?
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In discussing ethical dilemmas, which grammatical structure is often utilized to express potential outcomes?
In discussing ethical dilemmas, which grammatical structure is often utilized to express potential outcomes?
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When expressing unreal situations, which phrase is commonly used?
When expressing unreal situations, which phrase is commonly used?
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Which types of conditionals typically concern hypothetical situations regarding the past?
Which types of conditionals typically concern hypothetical situations regarding the past?
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Which of the following is correct regarding the use of 'used to' versus 'be used to'?
Which of the following is correct regarding the use of 'used to' versus 'be used to'?
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Which of the following describes the focus of the 'tools for writing' section mentioned?
Which of the following describes the focus of the 'tools for writing' section mentioned?
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Which language skill is targeted with the exercise on profiles of Olympic athletes?
Which language skill is targeted with the exercise on profiles of Olympic athletes?
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In expressing future actions or plans, which time expression would be appropriate?
In expressing future actions or plans, which time expression would be appropriate?
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Which aspect of language is emphasized through the exercise on cultural meanings?
Which aspect of language is emphasized through the exercise on cultural meanings?
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In the context of the content, what does 'voiced and voiceless th' refer to?
In the context of the content, what does 'voiced and voiceless th' refer to?
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Which grammatical structure is focused on for expressing duration in time?
Which grammatical structure is focused on for expressing duration in time?
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What is a primary function of the unit titled 'The Sporting Life'?
What is a primary function of the unit titled 'The Sporting Life'?
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Which activity is associated with the theme of 'Going Green'?
Which activity is associated with the theme of 'Going Green'?
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What type of grammatical structure is introduced to talk about sports and athletes?
What type of grammatical structure is introduced to talk about sports and athletes?
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Which of the following is NOT addressed in the unit content?
Which of the following is NOT addressed in the unit content?
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What is emphasized when explaining steps in a process or game?
What is emphasized when explaining steps in a process or game?
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Which topic involves the study of housing types worldwide?
Which topic involves the study of housing types worldwide?
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Which vocabulary feature is linked to two-syllable nouns and verbs?
Which vocabulary feature is linked to two-syllable nouns and verbs?
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What is the purpose of using phrases like 'Can you explain it?' when communicating?
What is the purpose of using phrases like 'Can you explain it?' when communicating?
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What can be inferred about Michael's understanding of his cell phone usage?
What can be inferred about Michael's understanding of his cell phone usage?
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Which of the following stress patterns is generally applied when saying 'teen' numbers like 'thirteen'?
Which of the following stress patterns is generally applied when saying 'teen' numbers like 'thirteen'?
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What might be the appropriate action if you do not understand a word during vocabulary building?
What might be the appropriate action if you do not understand a word during vocabulary building?
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In the context of cell phone bills, what does each additional minute over the plan typically represent?
In the context of cell phone bills, what does each additional minute over the plan typically represent?
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What category would the word 'asthma' belong to in vocabulary building?
What category would the word 'asthma' belong to in vocabulary building?
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When discussing costs associated with cell phone plans, what concept is likely important for a consumer to know?
When discussing costs associated with cell phone plans, what concept is likely important for a consumer to know?
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Which word would be categorized under 'Related to Computers' in the vocabulary building exercise?
Which word would be categorized under 'Related to Computers' in the vocabulary building exercise?
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What does the acronym 'LOL' stand for in texting language?
What does the acronym 'LOL' stand for in texting language?
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What does 'DYWT' represent in Cara's texting conversation?
What does 'DYWT' represent in Cara's texting conversation?
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Cara uses 'B4N' in her texting. What does it mean?
Cara uses 'B4N' in her texting. What does it mean?
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In the conversation, what does 'Gr8' mean?
In the conversation, what does 'Gr8' mean?
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How does Grandma express her understanding of texting after Cara explains it?
How does Grandma express her understanding of texting after Cara explains it?
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What does Cara imply when she says, 'Now you've got the hang of it, Grandma!'?
What does Cara imply when she says, 'Now you've got the hang of it, Grandma!'?
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What does the expression 'How on earth?' indicate in this conversation?
What does the expression 'How on earth?' indicate in this conversation?
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In texting, what does 'hang out' generally mean?
In texting, what does 'hang out' generally mean?
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Study Notes
Unit 1: Connected by Technology
- Texting Acronyms: Abbreviations and acronyms are used in texting, e.g., DYWT ("Do you want to"), LOL ("laughing out loud"), B4N ("bye for now").
- Texting Conversation Example: A conversation between a grandparent and grandchild demonstrates how texting abbreviations work.
- Texting Explanation: The grandchild explains how abbreviations replace words and phrases.
- Clarification Phrases: Phrases for requesting clarification when understanding new concepts are included.
Unit 1: Connected by Technology (Continued)
- Cell Phone Bill Discussion: A father and son discuss a cell phone bill, focusing on minutes used and costs.
- Cell Phone Bill Details: The discussion involves the number of allotted cell phone minutes, actual minutes used, cost per 900 minutes, additional minute cost, and the total bill amount.
Unit 1: Connected by Technology (Continued)
- Pronunciation of Teen Numbers: Emphasis is placed on the first syllable for "teen" numbers like thirteen and fourteen when used to mention quantity, time or money. Otherwise, the last syllable is stressed.
- Pronunciation of Ten Numbers: The first syllable is stressed for ten numbers, like twenty and thirty.
- Pronunciation Emphasis: Examples demonstrating proper stress emphasis in "teen" and "ten" numbers are given with correct examples.
Vocabulary Building
- Category Examples: Words associated with computers (e.g., cyber, networking), those describing something special (extraordinary, unique), and those connected to health (asthma, paramedics) have been categorized.
- Vocabulary Building Activity: An activity was provided for vocabulary building, associating terms with relevant fields (e.g., computers, health)
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Test your knowledge on texting acronyms and conversation examples with family members. This quiz also covers essential aspects of understanding cell phone bills and the pronunciation of teen numbers. Dive into how technology influences communication today!
