Vocabulary from 'The Unexpected Gift'

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What was Tom's initial reaction when he knocked on his boss's door?

  • He felt confident about the situation.
  • He was excited to share a personal story.
  • He was eager to discuss a promotion.
  • He felt anxious about possible trouble. (correct)

What was the item that Tom held up when speaking to his boss?

  • A piece of office equipment.
  • A toy Flamingo. (correct)
  • A funny meme he found online.
  • A document related to work tasks.

How did Tom ultimately find out about the Flamingo?

  • He checked his email. (correct)
  • He saw it in the office.
  • He received a text from a friend.
  • He was informed by his boss.

What did Tom plan to do with the Flamingo after realizing it was a gift?

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What is one of the things mentioned that viewers can do to engage with the lesson content?

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What does it mean when someone 'showed up' unexpectedly?

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What action does the phrase 'to gather around' imply?

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What does it mean to 'rip open' something?

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What does the term 'baffled' indicate about a person's state of mind?

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What was Tom's reaction to the unexpected package?

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What does the phrase 'wrap his head around' suggest?

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What does Lisa's comment about needing a vacation suggest about the flamingo ornament?

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In the context of the story, what implications does the word 'gift' carry?

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What does the idiom 'wrap one's head around' mean?

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What is indicated by the expression 'to be puzzled'?

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What does 'to smirk' imply?

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In which situation would one typically 'gasp'?

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What does the phrase 'taking credit for something' mean?

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What is meant by 'to be in for it'?

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What is the meaning of the expression 'to get to the bottom of something'?

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What does the adverb 'tentatively' convey?

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How would you best describe the action of 'hinting'?

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When Tom's heart sank, what emotion was he experiencing?

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What does the expression 'here to stay' mean?

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What is the function of a 'hint'?

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Which statement best describes the concept of being 'baffled'?

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Which action can be described as 'signing up'?

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Flashcards

Show up

To arrive or appear unexpectedly or after being awaited.

Gather around

To come together in a group to look at or listen to something.

Rip open

To tear something apart quickly and forcefully, often referring to packaging.

Baffled

To be confused by something.

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Wrap one's head around

To try to understand something that is difficult to comprehend.

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Lawn ornament

A small decorative object placed on a lawn.

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Smirk

To smile in a sly or mocking way.

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Hint

A suggestion or clue.

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Conversation

A type of communication where one person speaks and another listens, often used to exchange information, opinions, or ideas.

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Meeting

A formal meeting or gathering where people come together to discuss a specific topic.

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Group Email

An email sent to multiple people simultaneously, often used for announcements or updates.

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Notified

When you are informed about something new, such as a post or video.

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Guide

A guide or set of instructions that provides helpful advice on a specific topic.

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Wrap one's head around something

To understand something difficult or complex.

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Puzzled

To be confused or unsure.

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Gasp

To take a quick breath in surprise or shock.

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Be in for it

To be in trouble.

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Heart sinks

To feel a sudden disappointment or fear.

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Tentatively

In a way that shows hesitation or uncertainty.

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Get to the bottom of something

To find out the real reason for something or to solve a mystery.

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Take credit for something

To claim responsibility or recognition.

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Sign up for something

To register or to agree to participate in something.

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Be here to stay

To remain for a long time or to remain permanently.

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Unexpected

Something unexpected or unplanned.

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Eager to see something

To be very eager to see something.

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Flamingo lawn ornament

A bright pink lawn ornament shaped like a flamingo.

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Study Notes

Vocabulary and Phrases from "The Unexpected Gift" Story

  • Show up: To arrive, appear unexpectedly or as expected
    • Example: She showed up late due to traffic (expected).
    • Example: Friends showed up with pizza (unexpected).
  • Gather around: To come together in a group, often to look at or listen to something
    • Examples: Employees gathered around a conference table, friends gathered around a computer.
  • Rip open: To tear something apart quickly and forcefully, often for packaging
    • Example: Ripping open a package/envelope/gift.
  • Baffled: Confused by something
    • Example: I was baffled by the instructions. (passive voice)
    • Example: The instructions baffled me. (active voice)
  • Wrap one's head around: To understand something difficult or complex
    • Example: I couldn't wrap my head around the instructions.
  • Smirk: To smile in a self-satisfied or sarcastic way
  • Hint: A small suggestion or clue that gives information indirectly
    • Example: She hinted she wanted to go to Hawaii.
  • Puzzled: Confused
    • Example: I'm puzzled by the strange present. (active voice)
    • Example: The strange present puzzles me. (passive voice)
  • Gasps: To take a quick breath in surprise or shock
    • Example: The audience gasped when the magician pulled a rabbit out of the hat.
  • In for it: In trouble
    • Example: I'll be in for it if I show up late.
  • Heart sinks: Feels sudden disappointment or fear
    • Example: My heart sank when I found out I had to give a presentation
  • Tentatively: Hesitantly or uncertainly
    • Example: He tentatively knocked on the door.
  • Get to the bottom of something: To find out the real reason for something or to solve a mystery
    • Example: We need to get to the bottom of why the project failed.
  • Take credit for something: To claim responsibility or recognition for something
    • Example: She tried to take credit for the idea.
  • Sign up for something: To register or agree to participate
    • Example: I signed up for a yoga class next week.
  • Here to stay: To remain for a long time or permanently
    • Example: Social distancing was thought to be here to stay.

Story Summary: The Unexpected Gift

  • Tom received a large package unexpectedly at his desk.
  • Coworkers gathered around as he opened it.
  • It contained a pink flamingo lawn ornament.
  • Tom was baffled and asked if it was a joke.
  • A coworker suggested it was a hint for a vacation.
  • Tom was puzzled about who sent it.
  • The label was from the boss's office.
  • Tom's heart sank, thinking he was in trouble.
  • He knocked on his boss's door tentatively to find out.
  • The boss laughed, explaining it wasn't from them.
  • Tom discovered it was from a secret gift exchange he'd forgotten.
  • Tom was relieved and placed the flamingo on his desk.

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