fix: updates to A2 english curriculum block 2 (#61667)

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@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ Watch the video below to understand the context of the upcoming lessons.
# --assignment--
Watch the video
Watch the video.
# --scene--
@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 1.3,
"finishTime": 5.2,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, everyone! My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.",
"text": "Hi, everyone. My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -4,22 +4,21 @@ title: Task 1
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-1
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: Hi, BLANK! My BLANK is Alice, and I'm happy to BLANK part of the BLANK.
Alice: Hi, everyone. My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.
-->
# --description--
Listen to Alice's introduction and fill in the missing words.
Listen to Alice's introduction and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
## --sentence--
`Hi, BLANK! My BLANK is Alice, and I'm happy to BLANK BLANK of the BLANK.`
`Hi, BLANK. My BLANK is Alice, and I'm happy to BLANK BLANK of the BLANK.`
## --blanks--
@@ -61,7 +60,6 @@ This word indicates a piece or segment of something larger. Alice uses it to des
This word refers to a group of people working together. Alice uses it to identify the group she is joining.
# --scene--
```json
@@ -93,7 +91,7 @@ This word refers to a group of people working together. Alice uses it to identif
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.82,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, everyone. My name is Alice and I'm happy to be part of the team.",
"text": "Hi, everyone. My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,15 +4,17 @@ title: Task 2
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-2
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: Hi, BLANK! My BLANK is Alice, and I'm happy to BLANK part of the BLANK.
Alice: Hi, everyone. My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.
-->
# --description--
Pronouns are used for personal reference.
You use pronouns to avoid repeating names or nouns.
In the sentence, `My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team`, the word `I` is a pronoun that takes the place of the name `Alice`. Pronouns help make sentences shorter and easier to understand.
# --questions--
@@ -52,7 +54,6 @@ In Alice's introduction, which pronoun does she use to refer to herself?
4
# --scene--
```json
@@ -84,7 +85,7 @@ In Alice's introduction, which pronoun does she use to refer to herself?
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.82,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, everyone. My name is Alice and I'm happy to be part of the team.",
"text": "Hi, everyone. My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,16 +4,17 @@ title: Task 3
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-3
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.
Alice: Hi, everyone. My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.
-->
# --description--
Sentences with the verb `to be` are often used to describe feelings and emotions. In the present simple tense, you use it to talk about how you feel right now. For example:
`I'm excited to be part of the team.` (The person is expressing their current positive feelings)
`I'm excited to be part of the team.` - The person is expressing their current positive feelings.
# --questions--
@@ -53,7 +54,6 @@ The phrase doesn't indicates a general fact.
3
# --scene--
```json
@@ -85,7 +85,7 @@ The phrase doesn't indicates a general fact.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.82,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, everyone. My name is Alice and I'm happy to be part of the team.",
"text": "Hi, everyone. My name is Alice, and I'm happy to be part of the team.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,18 +7,16 @@ dashedName: task-4
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: I'm a BLANK and I love creating BLANK that helps people in their daily activities.
Alice: I'm a programmer and I love creating software that helps people in their daily activities.
-->
# --description--
In English, many professions are named by adding `er` to the end of a word that describes what the person does.
Many professions are named by adding `-er` to the end of a word that describes what the person does.
For example, a `programmer` is someone who `programs`, a `developer` is someone who `develops` software or systems. Another example is a `designer`, who is a person that `designs` websites, graphics, or products.
By adding `er` to a verb, you create a noun that describes a person's job. It doesn´t apply to all professions but you'll see this pattern in many.
By adding `-er` to a verb, you create a noun that describes a person's job. It doesn't apply to all professions but you'll see this pattern in many.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -32,7 +30,7 @@ By adding `er` to a verb, you create a noun that describes a person's job. It do
### --feedback--
`Program` is a word that ends in consonant, vowel, consonant `(r a m)`, in those cases what you want to do is to repeat the last consonant , in this case `m`, and add `er`. Now it should work.
`Program` is a word that ends in consonant, vowel, consonant `(-ram)`. In those cases what you want to do is to repeat the last consonant, in this case `m`, and add `-er`.
---
@@ -42,7 +40,6 @@ By adding `er` to a verb, you create a noun that describes a person's job. It do
This word refers to the programs and other operating information used by a computer.
# --scene--
```json
@@ -5,19 +5,24 @@ challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-5
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: I'm a programmer and I love creating software that helps people in their daily activities.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
## --text--
What is Alice's profession?
Which sentence is correct about Alice's profession?
## --answers--
`She is a teacher`
`She is a teacher.`
### --feedback--
@@ -25,11 +30,11 @@ Alice does not say she is a teacher. Listen again to her profession.
---
`She is a programmer`
`She is a programmer.`
---
`She is a doctor`
`She is a doctor.`
### --feedback--
@@ -37,17 +42,16 @@ Alice does not say she is a doctor. Listen again to her profession.
---
`He is a programmer`
`He is a programmer.`
### --feedback--
The pronoun `he` is incorrect as Alice is speaking about herself.
The pronoun `he` is incorrect as the question is about Alice.
## --video-solution--
2
# --scene--
```json
@@ -4,17 +4,17 @@ title: Task 6
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-6
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: I'm a programmer and I love creating software that helps people in BLANK daily activities.
Alice: I'm a programmer and I love creating software that helps people in their daily activities.
-->
# --description--
`Daily` means something that happens every day. For example:
`I read the news daily` means I read the news every day.
`We have a daily meeting at 9 a.m.` - Here, `daily` describes the meeting, showing that it happens every day.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ Alice: I'm a programmer and I love creating software that helps people in BLANK
### --feedback--
A possessive pronoun used to describe something that belongs to or is related to people. Third person plural.
It's a possessive pronoun used to describe something that belongs to or is related to a group of people.
---
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ A possessive pronoun used to describe something that belongs to or is related to
### --feedback--
It means something that happens every day.
This adjective means something happens every day.
# --scene--
@@ -5,9 +5,14 @@ challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-7
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: I'm a programmer and I love creating software that helps people in their daily activities.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ dashedName: task-8
## --text--
What are daily activities?
What are `daily activities`?
## --answers--
@@ -21,7 +21,7 @@ Special occasions
### --feedback--
Daily activities do not refer to rare events.
`Daily activities` do not refer to rare events.
---
@@ -33,7 +33,7 @@ Weekend plans
### --feedback--
Daily activities refer to everyday actions, not just weekends.
`Daily activities` refer to everyday actions, not just weekends.
---
@@ -41,9 +41,8 @@ Travel destinations
### --feedback--
Daily activities are not places.
`Daily activities` are not places.
## --video-solution--
2
@@ -4,9 +4,17 @@ title: Task 9
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-9
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: In my previous job, I developed mobile apps for small businesses.
-->
# --description--
Your `previous job` is the work you did before your current or most recent position. It refers to employment you had in the past. For example, if you used to work as a teacher and now you work as a programmer, your previous job was `teacher`.
Your `previous job` is the work you did before your current or most recent position. It refers to employment you had in the past.
For example, if you used to work as a teacher and now you work as a programmer, your previous job was `teacher`.
# --questions--
@@ -4,11 +4,10 @@ title: Task 10
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-10
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
In my previous job, I developed BLANK BLANK for small businesses.
Alice: In my previous job, I developed mobile apps for small businesses.
-->
# --description--
@@ -39,7 +38,7 @@ This word describes things that can be used while moving around, like smartphone
### --feedback--
This word is short for applications, which are types of software for specific tasks or uses. This word is in the plural, try to add `s` to the end of the word.
This word is short for `applications`, which are types of software for specific tasks or uses. This word is in the plural, try to add `-s` to the end of the word.
# --scene--
@@ -4,18 +4,17 @@ title: Task 11
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-11
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
In my previous job, I developed mobile apps for BLANK BLANK.
Alice: In my previous job, I developed mobile apps for small businesses.
-->
# --description--
`Small` means not big, often with fewer employees or less money. For example: `She works for a small company.`
`Small` means not big, often with fewer employees or less money. For example, `She works for a small company`.
`Large` means big, usually with many employees or a lot of money. For instance, `He got a job at a large corporation.`
`Large` means big, usually with many employees or a lot of money. For example, `He got a job at a large corporation`.
`A business` means one company. `Many businesses` means several companies. Notice how `-es` was added to the word to make it plural.
@@ -31,7 +30,7 @@ In my previous job, I developed mobile apps for BLANK BLANK.
### --feedback--
Describes the size of the businesses as not very big.
This word describes the size of the businesses as not very big.
---
@@ -39,7 +38,7 @@ Describes the size of the businesses as not very big.
### --feedback--
This word refers to companies or commercial organizations. It is in its plural form.
This word refers to companies or commercial organizations. Use the plural form.
# --scene--
@@ -4,9 +4,10 @@ title: Task 12
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-12
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
In my previous job, I developed mobile apps for small businesses.
Alice: In my previous job, I developed mobile apps for small businesses.
-->
# --description--
@@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ title: Task 13
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-13
---
# --description--
Do you remember this definition?
@@ -4,16 +4,21 @@ title: Task 14
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-14
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: In my previous job, I developed mobile apps for small businesses.
-->
# --description--
A `small business` is a company or enterprise that is typically independently owned and operated. It has relatively few employees and a smaller scale of operations compared to larger corporations.
# --questions--
## --text--
What is a small business?
What is a `small business`?
## --answers--
@@ -4,13 +4,19 @@ title: Task 15
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-15
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: I really want to collaborate with you and to contribute to our projects here at the company.
-->
# --description--
`Contribute` means to give or add something, such as ideas, effort, or resources, to a cause, project, or group in order to help achieve a common goal. In a technological context, this could look like:
`Contribute` means to give or add something, such as ideas, effort, or resources, to a cause, project, or group in order to help achieve a common goal. For example:
`She contributes code to the open-source project every week.`
- `She contributes ideas during meetings.` - She shares her ideas to help.
`We contribute our technical skills to develop the app.`
- `We all contribute to the project.` - Everyone helps with the project.
# --questions--
@@ -4,13 +4,14 @@ title: Task 16
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-16
---
# --description--
Following the concept of `contribute`, let's explore how it applies specifically in technology projects. When someone contributes to a tech project, they might add code, ideas, or even help with documentation. Remember the examples from the previous task:
Following the concept of `contribute`, let's explore how it applies specifically in technology projects. When someone contributes to a tech project, they might add code, ideas, or even help with documentation. Here's more examples:
`He contributes by testing new features in the app.`
- `He contributes to the team by fixing bugs.` - He helps by finding and solving errors.
`They contribute to the software's documentation.`
- `They contribute by designing the user interface.` - They help by working on how the app looks and works.
# --questions--
@@ -28,7 +29,7 @@ Only using the software for personal tasks
### --feedback--
Contributing involves actively adding value to the project, not just using it.
`Contributing` involves actively adding value to the project, not just using it.
---
@@ -36,7 +37,7 @@ Attending meetings without participating
### --feedback--
Contributing means actively participating or adding something, not just being present.
`Contributing` means actively participating or adding something, not just being present.
---
@@ -44,7 +45,7 @@ Ignoring project updates
### --feedback--
Ignoring updates is not contributing; contributing requires active involvement.
Ignoring updates is not `contributing` as it requires active involvement.
## --video-solution--
@@ -4,13 +4,16 @@ title: Task 17
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-17
---
# --description--
`To collaborate` means to work together with others to achieve a common goal, often involving shared responsibilities and teamwork. While `contributing` involves adding something to a project, `collaborating` emphasizes working together as a team. For example:
To `collaborate` means to work together with others to achieve a common goal, often involving shared responsibilities and teamwork. For example:
`In our team, we collaborate by sharing ideas and responsibilities.`
- `We collaborate on the same app.` - The team works together on the app.
`Collaborating on the project means we all work together to solve problems.`
- `Developers and designers collaborate to build the website.` - They work together to create the site.
While `contributing` involves adding something to a project, `collaborating` emphasizes working together as a team.
# --questions--
@@ -24,7 +27,7 @@ Working individually without communication
### --feedback--
Think about the importance of teamwork and interaction in collaboration.
Think about the importance of teamwork and interaction in `collaboration`.
---
@@ -32,7 +35,7 @@ Competing with team members to show superiority
### --feedback--
Collaboration is about working together, not competing against each other.
`Collaboration` is about working together, not competing against each other.
---
@@ -44,7 +47,7 @@ Focusing only on personal goals
### --feedback--
Collaboration involves collective goals rather than just personal ones.
`Collaboration` involves collective goals rather than just personal ones.
## --video-solution--
@@ -4,15 +4,15 @@ title: Task 18
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-18
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
I really want to collaborate with you and to contribute to our projects here at the company.
Alice: I really want to collaborate with you and to contribute to our projects here at the company.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the sentence and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the sentence and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
This word means to work jointly with others or together, especially in an intellectual endeavor.
This verb means to work together with others to reach a shared goal.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This word means to work jointly with others or together, especially in an intell
### --feedback--
This word refers to giving or adding something to a project or cause to help achieve a common goal.
This verb means to give something, like ideas or effort, to help a group or project.
# --scene--
@@ -4,15 +4,15 @@ title: Task 19
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-19
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
I really want to collaborate with you and to contribute to our projects here at the company.
Alice: I really want to collaborate with you and to contribute to our projects here at the company.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ She wants to work alone on her projects.
### --feedback--
Reflect on how working alone contrasts with the idea of collaboration.
Reflect on how working alone contrasts with the idea of `collaboration`.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ She prefers not to contribute to the team's projects.
### --feedback--
Consider what it means to contribute to a team, and how this contrasts with not wanting to contribute.
Consider what Alice means by `collaborating` and `contributing to the projects`.
---
@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ She wants to keep her skills a secret.
### --feedback--
Think about how sharing skills and knowledge relates to the concepts of collaboration and contribution.
Think about how sharing skills and knowledge relates to the concepts of `collaboration` and `contribution`.
## --video-solution--
@@ -4,10 +4,10 @@ title: Task 20
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-20
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
It's nice to have you here, Alice.
Bob: It's nice to have you here, Alice.
-->
# --description--
@@ -4,15 +4,15 @@ title: Task 21
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-21
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: It's nice to have you here, Alice. I'm Bob, the project manager. Welcome aboard. I'm sure your experience will be of great help to us.
-->
# --description--
In this task, listen to the sentence and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -4,15 +4,15 @@ title: Task 22
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-22
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
I'm sure your experience will be of great help to us.
Bob: I'm sure your experience will be of great help to us.
-->
# --description--
This task focuses on understanding the implication of Bob's statement about Alice's experience.
This task is about understanding what Bob means when he talks about Alice's experience.
# --questions--
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ Bob is unsure about Alice's ability to assist the team.
### --feedback--
Consider the phrase `will be of great help` and what it suggests about Bob's confidence in Alice's abilities.
Consider the phrase `will be of great help` and what it suggests about Bob's confidence in Alice's skills.
---
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ Bob thinks Alice needs more experience to be helpful.
### --feedback--
Reflect on the meaning of `your experience` in the context of Alice's current abilities.
Reflect on the meaning of `your experience` in the context of Alice's current skills.
---
@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ Bob feels Alice's experience is irrelevant to the team's needs.
### --feedback--
Think about the positive connotation of the phrase `will be of great help`.
Think about the positive meaning of the phrase `will be of great help`.
## --video-solution--
@@ -130,7 +130,7 @@ Watch the video.
"startTime": 15.9,
"finishTime": 19.9,
"dialogue": {
"text": "She has been with the company for five years now, working on several projects.",
"text": "She's been with the company for five years now, working on several projects.",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -232,7 +232,7 @@ Watch the video.
"startTime": 40,
"finishTime": 41.8,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Great! Thanks, everybody!",
"text": "Great, thanks everybody.",
"align": "right"
}
},
@@ -250,7 +250,7 @@ Watch the video.
"startTime": 46.2,
"finishTime": 50.2,
"dialogue": {
"text": "I really like learning new things and I can't wait to start contributing to our projects.",
"text": "I really like learning new things and can't wait to start contributing to our projects.",
"align": "right"
}
},
@@ -4,11 +4,10 @@ title: Task 24
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-24
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Alright, team. This is Alice's BLANK day with us, so please let me BLANK you BLANK her.
Bob: Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us, so please let me introduce you all to her.
-->
# --description--
@@ -35,7 +34,7 @@ This word describes something that happens before all others in time or order.
### --feedback--
This word means to present someone by name to another in order to establish an acquaintance.
This word means to say someone's name so that other people can meet them and know who they are.
---
@@ -84,7 +83,7 @@ This preposition is often used to indicate direction or contact.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.64,
"dialogue": {
"text": "All right team this is Alice's first day with us",
"text": "Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us,",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,19 +7,20 @@ dashedName: task-25
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with BLANK , so please let BLANK introduce BLANK all to BLANK.
Bob: Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us, so please let me introduce you all to her.
-->
# --description--
You can use object pronouns to replace nouns in a sentence. This avoids repetition and makes the sentence sound more natural. Listen for the object pronouns Bob uses in this audio.
You can use object pronouns like `me`, `you`, `him`, `her`, `it`, `us`, `them` to replace nouns in a sentence. This avoids repetition and makes the sentence sound more natural.
Listen for the object pronouns Bob uses in this audio.
# --fillInTheBlank--
## --sentence--
`Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with BLANK , so please let BLANK introduce BLANK all to BLANK.`
`Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with BLANK, so please let BLANK introduce BLANK all to BLANK.`
## --blanks--
@@ -51,7 +52,7 @@ This pronoun is used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addres
### --feedback--
This pronoun is used to refer to a female person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
This pronoun is used to refer to a female person previously mentioned or easily identified.
# --scene--
@@ -84,7 +85,7 @@ This pronoun is used to refer to a female person or animal previously mentioned
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.64,
"dialogue": {
"text": "All right team this is Alice's first day with us",
"text": "Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us,",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ Bob: Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us, so please let me introduc
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ Bob
### --feedback--
In this context, `Her` is not for Bob.
`Her` is not used for Bob.
---
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ You
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.64,
"dialogue": {
"text": "All right team this is Alice's first day with us",
"text": "Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us,",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ title: Task 27
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-27
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us, so please let me introduce you all to her.
@@ -11,7 +12,7 @@ Bob: Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us, so please let me introduc
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -82,7 +83,7 @@ The new project
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.64,
"dialogue": {
"text": "All right team this is Alice's first day with us",
"text": "Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us,",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -10,24 +10,23 @@ AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us, so please let me introduce you all to her.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
## --text--
In Bob's sentence, who does the pronouns `me` and `you` refer to?
In Bob's sentence, who do the pronouns `me` and `you` refer to?
## --answers--
`Me` refers to Bob, and `You` to the listeners
`Me` refers to Bob, and `you` to the listeners
---
`Me` refers to the listeners, and `You` to Alice
`Me` refers to the listeners, and `you` to Alice
### --feedback--
@@ -35,7 +34,7 @@ In this context, `me` does not refer to the listener, and `you` does not refer t
---
`Me` refers to Alice, and `You` refers to Bob
`Me` refers to Alice, and `you` refers to Bob
### --feedback--
@@ -43,7 +42,7 @@ In this context, `me` does not refer to the listener, and `you` does not refer t
---
`Me` refers to the team, and `You` to the project
`Me` refers to the team, and `you` to the project
### --feedback--
@@ -84,7 +83,7 @@ In this context, `me` does not refer to the listener, and `you` does not refer t
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.64,
"dialogue": {
"text": "All right team this is Alice's first day with us",
"text": "Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us,",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ While `Alice` is mentioned, this word doesn't indicate that Bob is speaking to a
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.64,
"dialogue": {
"text": "All right team this is Alice's first day with us",
"text": "Alright, team. This is Alice's first day with us,",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ title: Task 30
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-30
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Well, I'm Bob, your project manager. I'm really happy to see new faces joining the team.
@@ -11,7 +12,9 @@ Bob: Well, I'm Bob, your project manager. I'm really happy to see new faces join
# --description--
The expression `to see new faces joining the team` is often used in a professional or group setting. It means that someone is happy or pleased to welcome new members to a group or team. `New faces` is a friendly way to refer to new people or members.
The expression `to see new faces joining the team` is often used in a professional or group setting. It means that someone is happy or pleased to welcome new members to a group or team.
`New faces` is a friendly way to refer to new people or members.
# --questions--
@@ -82,7 +85,7 @@ The phrase refers to welcoming people, not introducing new rules.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 1.3,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Well I'm Bob your project manager.",
"text": "Well, I'm Bob, your project manager.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,22 +4,23 @@ title: Task 31
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-31
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
This is Sarah, the senior software developer.
Bob: This is Sarah, the senior software developer.
-->
# --description--
In companies, job titles often include words that indicate the level of seniority. `Senior` means having a higher level or more experience in a role. For instance, a `senior software developer` usually has more experience than a `software developer`.
Other common terms include `junior`, for less experienced roles, and `lead` or `head`, for top-level positions. Here are some examples:
Other common terms include `junior` for less experienced roles, and `lead` or `head` for top-level positions. Here are some examples:
`Junior Accountant`: An entry-level position in accounting.
- `Junior Accountant` is an entry-level position in accounting.
`Lead Engineer`: A top-level engineering role with leadership responsibilities.
- `Lead Engineer` is a top-level engineering role with leadership responsibilities.
`Senior Manager`: A managerial role with significant experience.
- `Senior Manager` is a managerial role with significant experience.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -33,7 +34,8 @@ Other common terms include `junior`, for less experienced roles, and `lead` or `
### --feedback--
Used here to indicate that Sarah has more experience and expertise in her role as a software developer.
This word indicates that Sarah has more experience and expertise in her role as a software developer.
# --scene--
```json
@@ -65,7 +67,7 @@ Used here to indicate that Sarah has more experience and expertise in her role a
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.42,
"dialogue": {
"text": "This is Sarah the senior software developer.",
"text": "This is Sarah, the senior software developer.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,15 +4,17 @@ title: Task 32
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-32
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
She has been with the company for five years, working on several projects.
Bob: She's been with the company for five years now, working on several projects.
-->
# --description--
The phrase `has been` is used in English to talk about something that started in the past and is still happening now. It is often used with expressions of time. For example:
`She has been with the company for ten years` means that this person started working at the company ten years ago and is still working there.
`Has been` or `have been` is used to talk about something that started in the past and is still happening now. It is often used with expressions of time. For example:
`She has been with the company for ten years.` - This person started working at the company ten years ago and is still working there.
# --questions--
@@ -83,7 +85,7 @@ She visits the company every five years.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.64,
"dialogue": {
"text": "She's been with the company for five years now working on several projects.",
"text": "She's been with the company for five years now, working on several projects.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-33
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
She has been with the company for five years, working on several projects.
Bob: She's been with the company for five years now, working on several projects.
-->
# --description--
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ Working on one major project.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.64,
"dialogue": {
"text": "She's been with the company for five years now working on several projects.",
"text": "She's been with the company for five years now, working on several projects.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,20 +4,23 @@ title: Task 34
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-34
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years. He makes sure our data is secure and efficient.
Bob: This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years. He makes sure our data is secure and efficient.
-->
# --description--
A `database administrator` is a professional responsible for managing and maintaining databases. They ensure that data is secure (safe from unauthorized access) and efficient (easily accessible and usable). This role is crucial in any organization that handles large amounts of data.
A `database administrator` is a professional responsible for managing and maintaining databases. They ensure that data is `secure` (safe from unauthorized access) and `efficient` (easily accessible and usable).
This role is crucial in any organization that handles large amounts of data.
# --questions--
## --text--
According to Bob what is John's main responsibility?
According to Bob, what is John's main responsibility?
## --answers--
@@ -50,6 +53,7 @@ This role is more about management, not sales.
## --video-solution--
2
# --scene--
```json
@@ -81,7 +85,7 @@ This role is more about management, not sales.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.34,
"dialogue": {
"text": "This is John the database administrator.",
"text": "This is John, the database administrator.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,9 +4,10 @@ title: Task 35
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-35
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years. He makes sure our data is secure and efficient.
Bob: This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years. He makes sure our data is secure and efficient.
-->
# --description--
@@ -17,7 +18,7 @@ In the context of database management, `secure` means keeping data safe from una
## --sentence--
`He makes sure our data is BLANK and BLANK.`
`This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years. He makes sure our data is BLANK and BLANK.`
## --blanks--
@@ -66,7 +67,7 @@ This word describes how well the data is managed for performance and accessibili
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.34,
"dialogue": {
"text": "This is John the database administrator.",
"text": "This is John, the database administrator.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,20 +4,21 @@ title: Task 36
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-36
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years.
Bob: This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years.
-->
# --description--
`He's` can be a short form for `he has` or `he is`. You can understand which one it is by looking at the context. When `he's` is followed by a verb in the past participle (like `been`, `done`, `seen`), it means `he has`. For example:
`He's` can be a short form for `he has` or `he is`. You can understand which one it is by looking at the context:
`He's been working` means `he has been working`.
- If `he's` is followed by a verb in the past participle (like `been`, `done` or `seen`), it means `he has`. For example, `he's been working` means `he has been working`.
If `he's` is followed by an adjective or a present participle (like `tired`, `going`, `sleeping`), it means `he is`. For example:
- If `he's` is followed by an adjective or a present participle (like `tired`, `going` or `sleeping`), it means `he is`. For example, `he's tired` means `he is tired`.
`He's tired` means `he is tired`. Understanding this helps you know exactly what someone means when they say `he's`.
Understanding this helps you know exactly what someone means when they say `he's`.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -31,7 +32,7 @@ If `he's` is followed by an adjective or a present participle (like `tired`, `go
### --feedback--
A contraction indicating the duration of time John has been at the company. The first letter should be capitalized.
This is the contraction for `he is`. The first letter is capitalized.
# --scene--
@@ -64,7 +65,7 @@ A contraction indicating the duration of time John has been at the company. The
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.34,
"dialogue": {
"text": "This is John the database administrator.",
"text": "This is John, the database administrator.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,14 +4,15 @@ title: Task 37
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-37
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years.
Bob: This is John, the database administrator. He's been here for three years.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -21,15 +22,15 @@ How long has John been working as a database administrator at the company?
## --answers--
One year
1 year
### --feedback--
Listen carefully to the duration mentioned in the audio.
The duration mentioned is longer than one year.
---
Two years
2 years
### --feedback--
@@ -37,7 +38,7 @@ The duration mentioned is longer than two years.
---
Five years
5 years
### --feedback--
@@ -45,7 +46,7 @@ The duration mentioned is not as long as five years.
---
Three years
3 years
## --video-solution--
@@ -82,7 +83,7 @@ Three years
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.34,
"dialogue": {
"text": "This is John the database administrator.",
"text": "This is John, the database administrator.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -5,6 +5,11 @@ challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-38
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer.
-->
# --description--
`UX` stands for `User Experience`, and `UI` stands for `User Interface`. A `UX/UI designer` works on designing websites or applications to make them easy and pleasant to use.
@@ -80,7 +85,7 @@ Organizing events is not typically a responsibility of a UX/UI designer.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.2,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Finally this is Linda our UX UI designer.",
"text": "Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,21 +4,25 @@ title: Task 39
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-39
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year.
Bob: Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year.
-->
# --description--
`Join` and `joined` are different forms of the same verb. `Join` is the base form, used for the present tense or imperative.
`Joined` is the past tense, used for actions completed in the past.
`Join` and `joined` are different forms of the same verb:
- `Join` is the base form, used for the present tense or imperative.
- `Joined` is the past tense, used for actions completed in the past.
# --fillInTheBlank--
## --sentence--
`She BLANK the team last year.`
`Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She BLANK the team last year.`
## --blanks--
@@ -26,7 +30,7 @@ Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year.
### --feedback--
The past tense of `join`, appropriate for talking about something that happened in the past.
This is the past tense of `join`, appropriate for talking about something that happened in the past.
# --scene--
@@ -59,7 +63,7 @@ The past tense of `join`, appropriate for talking about something that happened
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.6,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Finally this is Linda our UX UI designer. She joined the team last year.",
"text": "Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,16 +4,21 @@ title: Task 40
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-40
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year.
Bob: Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year.
-->
# --description--
`Last year` refers to the year before the current one. For example, if it is 2043 now, last year was 2042. `This year` refers to the current year, 2043 in this example.
Understanding time expressions helps in placing events correctly in time. For example:
`Next year` will be the year after the current one, which would be 2044 in this case. Understanding these expressions helps in placing events correctly in time.
`Last year` refers to the year before the current one. For example, if it is 2043 now, last year was 2042.
`This year` refers to the current year, 2043 in this example.
`Next year` will be the year after the current one, which would be 2044 in this case.
# --questions--
@@ -84,7 +89,7 @@ Five years ago.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.6,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Finally this is Linda our UX UI designer. She joined the team last year.",
"text": "Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,9 +4,10 @@ title: Task 41
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-41
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She loves creating user-friendly interfaces.
Bob: Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year. She loves creating user-friendly interfaces.
-->
# --description--
@@ -19,15 +20,15 @@ An `interface` is the part of a computer system or program that users interact w
## --sentence--
`She loves creating user-BLANK BLANK.`
`Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year. She loves creating BLANK BLANK.`
## --blanks--
`friendly`
`user-friendly`
### --feedback--
This term describes products that are easy and pleasant for people to use.
This term describes products that are easy and pleasant for people to use. This is a compound word, remember to use `-`.
---
@@ -35,7 +36,7 @@ This term describes products that are easy and pleasant for people to use.
### --feedback--
This term refers to the parts of computer systems or programs that people use or interact with. It is in plural form.
This word in the plural form refers to the parts of computer systems or programs that people use or interact with.
# --scene--
@@ -68,7 +69,7 @@ This term refers to the parts of computer systems or programs that people use or
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.2,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Finally this is Linda our UX UI designer.",
"text": "Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,14 +4,15 @@ title: Task 42
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-42
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year. She loves creating user-friendly interfaces.
Bob: Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer. She joined the team last year. She loves creating user-friendly interfaces.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -25,7 +26,7 @@ She started working with the team this year.
### --feedback--
Remember, the dialogue mentioned when Linda joined the team.
Listen carefully, the dialogue mentioned when Linda joined the team.
---
@@ -41,7 +42,7 @@ She has been with the team for five years.
### --feedback--
Recall the specific time frame mentioned about Linda's tenure with the team.
Try to remember how long Linda has been on the team.
---
@@ -82,7 +83,7 @@ She creates user-friendly interfaces and joined the team last year.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.2,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Finally this is Linda our UX UI designer.",
"text": "Finally, this is Linda, our UX/UI designer.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,14 +4,15 @@ title: Task 43
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-43
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Everybody, let's welcome Alice to the team.
Bob: Everybody, let's welcome Alice to the team.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -82,7 +83,7 @@ The statement is about introducing a new member, not about project completion.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.32,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Everybody let's welcome Alice to the team.",
"text": "Everybody, let's welcome Alice to the team.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,20 +4,21 @@ title: Task 44
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-44
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: Great! Thanks, everybody! Well, I'm Alice. I'm starting as a junior developer today.
Alice: Great, thanks everybody. Well, I'm Alice. I'm starting as a junior developer today.
-->
# --description--
In a professional self-introduction, it's common to state your name and your role. This structure Alice uses is simple but very effective.
In a professional self-introduction, it's common to state your name and your role. The structure used by Alice is simple but very effective.
# --fillInTheBlank--
## --sentence--
`Great! Thanks, everybody! Well, BLANK Alice. I'm starting as a BLANK developer today.`
`Great, thanks everybody. Well, BLANK Alice. I'm starting as a BLANK developer today.`
## --blanks--
@@ -25,7 +26,7 @@ In a professional self-introduction, it's common to state your name and your rol
### --feedback--
This structure is used before people mention their names.
This contraction is used before people mention their names.
---
@@ -33,7 +34,7 @@ This structure is used before people mention their names.
### --feedback--
Here, you state your role or position.
This noun means a person is new or has less experience in a job.
# --scene--
@@ -66,7 +67,7 @@ Here, you state your role or position.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.72,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Great thanks everybody. Well I'm Alice.",
"text": "Great, thanks everybody. Well, I'm Alice.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,9 +4,10 @@ title: Task 45
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-45
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
I really like learning new things and I can't wait to start contributing to our projects.
Alice: I really like learning new things and can't wait to start contributing to our projects.
-->
# --description--
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-46
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: Great! Thanks, everybody! Well, I'm Alice. I'm starting as a junior developer today. I really like learning new things and I can't wait to start contributing to our projects.
Alice: I'm starting as a junior developer today. I really like learning new things and can't wait to start contributing to our projects.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
This term indicates the level or rank within a job role.
This word refers to a person who is new or has less experience in a job.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This term indicates the level or rank within a job role.
### --feedback--
This word specifies the professional role or job title.
This word refers to someone who writes code to build software, apps, or websites.
---
@@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ This word specifies the professional role or job title.
### --feedback--
This word refers to the act of adding value or participating in team projects.
This verb means helping by giving ideas, work, or support to a group or project. It ends in `-ing`.
# --scene--
@@ -4,14 +4,15 @@ title: Task 47
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-47
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Alice: Great! Thanks, everybody! Well, I'm Alice. I'm starting as a junior developer today. I really like learning new things and I can't wait to start contributing to our projects.
Alice: Great, thanks everybody. Well, I'm Alice. I'm starting as a junior developer today. I really like learning new things and can't wait to start contributing to our projects.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -82,7 +83,7 @@ Pay attention to the order of her introduction and when she talks about her role
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.72,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Great thanks everybody. Well I'm Alice.",
"text": "Great, thanks everybody. Well, I'm Alice.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ Watch the video below to understand the context of the upcoming lessons.
# --assignment--
Watch the video
Watch the video.
# --scene--
@@ -59,7 +59,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 1.3,
"finishTime": 3.5,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Good morning, everyone! I hope you're well.",
"text": "Good morning, everyone. I hope you're well.",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -155,7 +155,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 21.7,
"finishTime": 23.7,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, Sarah. Thank you!",
"text": "Hi, Sarah. Thank you.",
"align": "right"
}
},
@@ -193,7 +193,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 29.4,
"finishTime": 31.4,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Is there any specific area of design or development you're interested in?",
"text": "Is there any specific area of design or development that you're interested in?",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -291,7 +291,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 54.8,
"finishTime": 59.6,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Excellent! Lisa, it's great to have you join our team, even if just online.",
"text": "Excellent. Lisa, it's great to have you join our team, even if just online.",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -300,7 +300,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 60.2,
"finishTime": 63.7,
"dialogue": {
"text": "OK, team. Let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.",
"text": "Okay, team. Let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -309,7 +309,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 64,
"finishTime": 66.5,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Now here are the topics on today's agenda",
"text": "Now, here are the topics on today's agenda...",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -5,9 +5,14 @@ challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-49
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Good morning, everyone. I hope you're well.
-->
# --description--
The phrase `I hope you're all well` is a caring expression often used in emails, letters, and personal greetings. It reflects a kind gesture of wishing someone health and happiness.
`I hope you're well` is a caring expression often used in emails, letters, and personal greetings. It reflects a kind gesture of wishing someone health and happiness.
This phrase is versatile and can be used in both casual and formal settings.
@@ -15,7 +20,7 @@ This phrase is versatile and can be used in both casual and formal settings.
## --text--
What does the phrase `I hope you're all well` mean?
What does the phrase `I hope you're well` mean?
## --answers--
@@ -27,7 +32,7 @@ This phrase is not typically used for asking for help, but for expressing good w
---
It's a polite way to ask about someone's health and happiness.
It's a polite way to express care about someone's health and happiness.
---
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-50
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Good morning, everyone! I hope you're all well.
Bob: Good morning, everyone. I hope you're well.
-->
# --description--
@@ -20,7 +20,7 @@ The word `hope` is used to express a wish for something to be true or to happen.
## --sentence--
`Good BLANK, everyone! I BLANK you're all BLANK.`
`Good BLANK, everyone. I BLANK you're BLANK.`
## --blanks--
@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ The word `hope` is used to express a wish for something to be true or to happen.
### --feedback--
This word indicates the time of day and is used as a greeting.
This word indicates the early part of the day, before noon.
---
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ This word indicates the time of day and is used as a greeting.
### --feedback--
Used to express a wish or desire for something.
This verb is used to express a wish or desire for something good to happen.
---
@@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ Used to express a wish or desire for something.
### --feedback--
In this context refers to being in good health or condition.
In this context, this word refers to being in good health or condition.
# --scene--
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-51
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Today, we have a new member joining our team.
Bob: Today, we have a new member joining our team.
-->
# --description--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ This sentence is commonly used in professional environments to announce the arri
### --feedback--
This word indicates the specific time when the action is happening. This word should be capitalized.
This word indicates the day you are in right now. The first letter is capitalized.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This word indicates the specific time when the action is happening. This word sh
### --feedback--
It means possessing or holding something, used here to indicate the presence of a new person.
This verb means possessing or holding something, used here to indicate the presence of a new person.
---
@@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ It means possessing or holding something, used here to indicate the presence of
### --feedback--
It refers to a person who is part of a group, in this case, the team.
This noun refers to someone who belongs to a group or team.
---
@@ -50,7 +50,7 @@ It refers to a person who is part of a group, in this case, the team.
### --feedback--
This word describes the action of becoming part of a group or team.
This word means becoming part of a group, team, or activity. It ends in `-ing`.
# --scene--
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-52
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
I'd like to introduce Lisa. She's our new front-end developer.
Bob: I'd like to introduce you to Lisa. She's our new front-end developer.
-->
# --description--
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-53
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Let me introduce you all briefly.
Bob: Let me introduce you all briefly.
-->
# --description--
The word `brief` means short in duration or length. When people say something is `brief`, it indicates that it won't take a lot of time.
`Brief` means short in duration or length. When people say something is `brief`, it indicates that it won't take a lot of time.
`Briefly` is the adverb form of `brief` and is used to describe how an action is done. For example, `I will speak briefly` means the speaking will be done for a short time.
@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ The word `brief` means short in duration or length. When people say something is
### --feedback--
This word is used to give permission or to allow an action to happen. This word is capitalized.
This word is used to give permission or to allow an action to happen. The first letter is capitalized.
---
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ This word is used to give permission or to allow an action to happen. This word
### --feedback--
It means to do something for a short time or in a quick manner.
It means to do something for a short time or in a quick manner. It ends in `-ly`.
# --scene--
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-54
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
This is Sarah, the senior developer.
Bob: This is Sarah, the senior developer.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
It is used to introduce someone or something in the present context. This word is capitalized.
It is used to introduce someone or something in the present context. The first letter is capitalized.
---
@@ -7,16 +7,14 @@ dashedName: task-55
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
You can talk to her any time, even in this virtual setting, if you have any questions, Lisa.
Bob: You can talk to her any time, even in this virtual setting, if you have questions, Lisa.
-->
# --description--
`Any` is used to indicate no matter which one, no matter when, or no matter what. For example, `You can ask me any question` means you can ask all kinds of questions.
`Even` is used to emphasize something unexpected or to include something in addition. For example, `She can speak many languages, even Tupi` means that it's surprising or notable that she can also speak Tupi, in addition to other languages.
The word even highlights something extra or beyond what is usual.
`Even` is used to emphasize something unexpected or to include something in addition. This word highlights something extra or beyond what is usual. For example, `She can speak many languages, even Tupi` means that it's surprising or notable that she can also speak Tupi, in addition to other languages.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -71,7 +69,7 @@ It is used to emphasize something that might be surprising or not usually expect
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.08,
"dialogue": {
"text": "You can talk to her anytime, even in this virtual setting, if you have questions, Lisa.",
"text": "You can talk to her any time, even in this virtual setting, if you have questions, Lisa.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-56
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
You can talk to her any time, even in this virtual setting, if you have any questions, Lisa.
Bob: You can talk to her any time, even in this virtual setting, if you have questions, Lisa.
-->
# --description--
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ The statement is about whom Lisa can talk to, not about who is currently talking
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.08,
"dialogue": {
"text": "You can talk to her anytime, even in this virtual setting, if you have questions, Lisa.",
"text": "You can talk to her any time, even in this virtual setting, if you have questions, Lisa.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,13 +7,14 @@ dashedName: task-57
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Lisa: Hi, Sarah. Thank you! I'm excited to work with all of you and learn from your expertise.
Lisa: Hi, Sarah. Thank you. I'm excited to work with all of you and learn from your expertise.
-->
# --description--
The word `expertise` refers to special skills or knowledge that someone has, especially because of their experience or training.
For example, `She has expertise in web design` means she is very skilled or knowledgeable in web design.
`Expertise` refers to special skills or knowledge that someone has, especially because of their experience or training. For example:
`She has expertise in web design.` - This means she is very skilled or knowledgeable in web design.
It's often used in a professional context to talk about the strengths or special abilities someone brings to a team or a project.
@@ -21,7 +22,7 @@ It's often used in a professional context to talk about the strengths or special
## --sentence--
`I'm BLANK to work with all of you and learn from your BLANK.`
`Hi, Sarah. Thank you. I'm BLANK to work with all of you and learn from your BLANK.`
## --blanks--
@@ -14,12 +14,11 @@ Lisa: I'm excited to work with all of you and learn from your expertise.
`All of you` is a phrase used to include every person in a group. For example, `I want to thank all of you for coming` means thanking every person who came.
The word `your` can refer to something that belongs to either an individual or a group, depending on the context.
`Your` can refer to something that belongs to either an individual or a group. Understanding the context helps to determine if `your` is singular or plural:
When talking to one person, `your` refers to something belonging to that individual. For example, `Your book is on the table` means the book belongs to the individual you're speaking to.
In contrast, when speaking to a group, `your` can refer to something that belongs to all of them. For example, `Your project is impressive` means the project belonging to the entire group is impressive. Understanding the context helps to determine if `your` is singular or plural.
- When talking to one person, `your` refers to something belonging to that individual. For example, `Your book is on the table` means the book belongs to the individual you're speaking to.
- When speaking to a group, `your` can refer to something that belongs to all of them. For example, `Your project is impressive` means the project belonging to the entire group is impressive.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-59
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: This is Tom, our new graphic designer. Is there any specific area of design or development you're interested in?
Bob: This is Tom, our new graphic designer. Is there any specific area of design or development that you're interested in?
-->
# --description--
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-60
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Is there any specific area of design or development you're interested in? He's your go-to guy for that.
Bob: Is there any specific area of design or development that you're interested in? He's your go-to guy for that.
-->
# --description--
@@ -20,7 +20,7 @@ For example, `He's the go-to guy for computer problems` means he is the person b
## --sentence--
`Is there any BLANK area of design or development you're interested in? He's your BLANK-to BLANK for that.`
`Is there any BLANK area of design or development that you're interested in? He's your BLANK guy for that.`
## --blanks--
@@ -32,19 +32,11 @@ This word is used to indicate a particular or clearly defined area.
---
`go`
`go-to`
### --feedback--
This part of the phrase indicates the person to whom you should approach or consult.
---
`guy`
### --feedback--
Refers to the person who is an expert or the best in a particular field.
This refers to a person everyone relies on because they are very helpful or skilled at something. This is a compound word, remember to use `-`.
# --scene--
@@ -7,8 +7,11 @@ dashedName: task-61
# --description--
`Is there` and `Are there` are used at the beginning of questions to ask about the existence or presence of something.
`Is there` is used for singular nouns, like in `Is there a solution?` `Are there` is used for plural nouns, such as in `Are there any questions?`
`Is there` and `are there` are used at the beginning of questions to ask about the existence or presence of something.
- `Is there` is used for singular nouns, like in `Is there a solution?`
- `Are there` is used for plural nouns, like in `Are there any questions?`
# --questions--
@@ -26,7 +29,7 @@ Which is the correct way to ask about the existence of something using `there is
### --feedback--
Remember to use `Is there` for singular and `Are there` for plural. The correct form should be `Is there a new designer in the office?`
Remember to use `is there` for singular and `are there` for plural. The correct form should be `Is there a new designer in the office?`
---
@@ -42,8 +45,7 @@ Remember to use `Is there` for singular and `Are there` for plural. The correct
### --feedback--
This question is about one person, so it should use `Is there` instead of `Are there`. The correct form is `Is there a new designer in the office?`
This question is about one person, so it should use `is there` instead of `are there`. The correct form is `Is there a new designer in the office?`
## --video-solution--
@@ -9,7 +9,7 @@ dashedName: task-62
Practicing the correct usage of `is there` and `are there` in questions is crucial. Remember, `is there` is used for singular nouns and `are there` for plural nouns. This task will help you understand how to form questions correctly using these phrases.
The sentence below doesn't have an audio, you need to deduct the correct words by understanding the context.
The sentences below don't have an audio, you need to use the correct words by understanding the context.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ The sentence below doesn't have an audio, you need to deduct the correct words b
### --feedback--
This is used for asking about a singular item or concept. This word is capitalized.
This is used for asking about a singular item or concept. The first letter is capitalized.
---
@@ -31,4 +31,4 @@ This is used for asking about a singular item or concept. This word is capitaliz
### --feedback--
This is used for inquiring about multiple items or concepts. This word is capitalized.
This is used for inquiring about multiple items or concepts. The first letter is capitalized.
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-63
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: This is Tom, our new graphic designer. Is there any specific area of design or development you're interested in? He's your go-to guy for that.
Bob: This is Tom, our new graphic designer. Is there any specific area of design or development that you're interested in? He's your go-to guy for that.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ Lisa's response is centered on design and development areas, not marketing.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.92,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, Tom. I'm interested in UI UX design and front-end development, but I'm open to exploring more.",
"text": "Hi, Tom. I'm interested in UI/UX design and front-end development, but I'm open to exploring more.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-65
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Lisa: Hi, Tom. I'm interested in UI/UX design and front-end development, but I'm open to exploring more.
Lisa: I'm interested in UI/UX design and front-end development, but I'm open to exploring more.
-->
# --description--
When someone says `I'm open to`, it means they are willing to consider new ideas or experiences. It shows that they are flexible and interested in trying different things.
When someone says `I'm open to...`, it means they are willing to consider new ideas or experiences. It shows that they are flexible and interested in trying different things.
For instance, saying `I'm open to learning more` means the person is ready to learn new things. It's a useful phrase to express a positive attitude towards new opportunities or changes.
@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ For instance, saying `I'm open to learning more` means the person is ready to le
### --feedback--
This word is used to express curiosity or a liking for something.
This word is used to express curiosity or a liking for something. It ends in `-ed`.
---
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ This word is used to express curiosity or a liking for something.
### --feedback--
Refers to the process of developing something, in this case, in the field of front-end.
This noun refers to the process of developing something, in this case, in the field of front end.
---
@@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ Refers to the process of developing something, in this case, in the field of fro
### --feedback--
Indicates a willingness or readiness to consider new possibilities.
This word indicates a willingness or readiness to consider new possibilities.
---
@@ -52,7 +52,7 @@ Indicates a willingness or readiness to consider new possibilities.
### --feedback--
Suggests looking into or examining new areas or opportunities.
This word suggests looking into or examining new areas or opportunities. It ends in `-ing`.
# --scene--
@@ -85,7 +85,7 @@ Suggests looking into or examining new areas or opportunities.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.92,
"dialogue": {
"text": "I'm interested in UI UX design and front-end development, but I'm open to exploring more.",
"text": "I'm interested in UI/UX design and front-end development, but I'm open to exploring more.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ He is the team's graphic designer.
### --feedback--
Remember to listen carefully to the specific role mentioned in the introduction.
Listen carefully to the specific role mentioned in the introduction.
---
@@ -5,6 +5,11 @@ challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-67
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: I'm the person you always need to talk to if you have any questions about the team's goals and schedule.
-->
# --description--
A `project manager` is a key role in many companies. This person is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the completion of specific projects while ensuring these projects are on time, on budget, and within scope.
@@ -15,7 +20,7 @@ A `project manager` often coordinates with different team members, sets deadline
## --text--
Which activities best describe what a project manager does?
Which activities best describe what a `project manager` does?
## --answers--
@@ -12,10 +12,7 @@ Bob: And I'm Bob, the team's project manager. I'm the person you always need to
# --description--
In a professional context, a `schedule` refers to a planned timeline for tasks or events. Understanding a project's schedule is key to managing time effectively. For example:
`This is the schedule of the day` refers to all activities and actions planned for that day.
In a professional context, a `schedule` refers to a planned timeline for tasks or events. For example, `schedule of the day` refers to all activities and actions planned for that day. Understanding a project's schedule is key to managing time effectively.
`Team's goals` are the objectives or targets that a team works towards.
@@ -31,7 +28,7 @@ In a professional context, a `schedule` refers to a planned timeline for tasks o
### --feedback--
Refers to the person responsible for overseeing a project.
This noun refers to the person responsible for overseeing a project.
---
@@ -39,7 +36,7 @@ Refers to the person responsible for overseeing a project.
### --feedback--
Indicates an individual, in this case, Bob, who is responsible for certain tasks.
This noun indicates an individual, in this case, Bob, who is responsible for certain tasks.
---
@@ -47,7 +44,7 @@ Indicates an individual, in this case, Bob, who is responsible for certain tasks
### --feedback--
Used to indicate any amount or type, suggesting openness to various questions.
This word is used to indicate any amount or type, suggesting openness to various questions.
---
@@ -55,7 +52,7 @@ Used to indicate any amount or type, suggesting openness to various questions.
### --feedback--
Refers to the objectives or targets set by the team.
This word in the plural form refers to the objectives or targets set by the team.
---
@@ -63,7 +60,7 @@ Refers to the objectives or targets set by the team.
### --feedback--
Refers to the planned timeline for tasks or events in a project.
This word refers to the planned timeline for tasks or events in a project.
# --scene--
@@ -105,7 +102,7 @@ Refers to the planned timeline for tasks or events in a project.
"startTime": 3.23,
"finishTime": 5,
"dialogue": {
"text": "I'm the person you always need to talk to.",
"text": "I'm the person you always need to talk to",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -92,7 +92,7 @@ This phrase suggests that questions are welcome but doesn't detail the topics.
"startTime": 3.23,
"finishTime": 5,
"dialogue": {
"text": "I'm the person you always need to talk to.",
"text": "I'm the person you always need to talk to",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ Lisa: Hi, Bob. It's great to meet you too.
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This word expresses positive feelings or satisfaction.
### --feedback--
Indicates agreement or similarity with something already mentioned.
This word indicates agreement or similarity with something already mentioned.
# --scene--
@@ -7,18 +7,18 @@ dashedName: task-71
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Excellent! Lisa, it's great to have you join our team, even if just online.
Bob: Excellent. Lisa, it's great to have you join our team, even if just online.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
## --sentence--
`BLANK! Lisa, it's great to BLANK you BLANK our team, BLANK if just online.`
`BLANK. Lisa, it's great to BLANK you BLANK our team, BLANK if just online.`
## --blanks--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
This word is used to express happiness or satisfaction with something. This word is capitalized.
This word is used to express happiness or satisfaction with something. The first letter is capitalized.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This word is used to express happiness or satisfaction with something. This word
### --feedback--
Indicates possession or the experience of something happening.
This verb indicates possession or the experience of something happening.
---
@@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ Indicates possession or the experience of something happening.
### --feedback--
Used to describe the action of becoming part of a group.
This verb is used to describe the action of becoming part of a group.
---
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-72
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Bob: Excellent! Lisa, it's great to have you join our team, even if just online.
Bob: Excellent. Lisa, it's great to have you join our team, even if just online.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-73
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
OK, team. Let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.
Bob: Okay, team. Let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.
-->
# --description--
In a team context, `to support` means to provide help or assistance to someone. It's about making sure team members have what they need to succeed.
In a team context, to `support` means to provide help or assistance to someone. It's about making sure team members have what they need to succeed.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ In a team context, `to support` means to provide help or assistance to someone.
### --feedback--
This word is a contraction of `let us`, used to suggest a proposal or offer for the group. First word is capitalized.
This word is a contraction of `let us`, used to suggest a proposal or offer for the group. The first letter is capitalized.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This word is a contraction of `let us`, used to suggest a proposal or offer for
### --feedback--
Refers to the help or assistance provided to someone.
This noun refers to the help or assistance provided to someone.
---
@@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ Refers to the help or assistance provided to someone.
### --feedback--
Indicates what Lisa needs.
This verb means something is required or necessary. It ends in `-s`.
# --scene--
@@ -75,7 +75,7 @@ Indicates what Lisa needs.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.36,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Okay, team, let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.",
"text": "Okay, team. Let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-74
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
OK, team. Let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.
Bob: Okay, team. Let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.
-->
# --description--
Bob is asking something to the team.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ Bob is asking the team to help Lisa with the support she needs to get started.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 4.36,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Okay, team, let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.",
"text": "Okay, team. Let's help Lisa with the support she needs to start.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,18 +7,18 @@ dashedName: task-75
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Now here are the topics on today's agenda
Bob: Now, here are the topics on today's agenda...
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
## --sentence--
`Now here are the BLANK on BLANK agenda`
`Now, here are the BLANK on BLANK agenda...`
## --blanks--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
These are the points or subjects that are planned for discussion or consideration. The word is in plural.
This word in the plural form refers to the points or subjects that are planned for discussion or consideration.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ These are the points or subjects that are planned for discussion or consideratio
### --feedback--
A possessive form indicating something belonging to or associated with the current day. Remember to use `'s`.
This possessive form indicates something belonging to or associated with the current day. Remember to use `'s`.
# --scene--
@@ -67,7 +67,7 @@ A possessive form indicating something belonging to or associated with the curre
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.36,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Now, here are the topics on today's agenda.",
"text": "Now, here are the topics on today's agenda...",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -69,7 +69,7 @@ Watch the video.
"startTime": 7.7,
"finishTime": 12.7,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, I'm Sophie, and I'm here to improve my project management skills.",
"text": "Hi. I'm Sophie, and I'm here to improve my project management skills.",
"align": "right"
}
},
@@ -7,18 +7,18 @@ dashedName: task-77
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
James: Good morning. I'm James and I'm here to help you with your training.
James: Good morning. I'm James. I'm here to help you with your training.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
## --sentence--
`I'm James and I'm BLANK to BLANK you with your BLANK.`
`Good morning. I'm James. I'm BLANK to BLANK you with your BLANK.`
## --blanks--
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This word indicates presence or position in a specific place or situation.
### --feedback--
Implies providing assistance or support to someone.
This verb implies providing assistance or support to someone.
---
@@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ Implies providing assistance or support to someone.
### --feedback--
Refers to the process of learning skills or knowledge needed for a specific task or job.
This word refers to the process of learning skills or knowledge needed for a specific task or job. It ends in `-ing`.
# --scene--
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-78
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
James: Good morning. I'm James and I'm here to help you with your training.
James: Good morning. I'm James. I'm here to help you with your training.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-79
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Can you briefly introduce yourself?
James: Can you briefly introduce yourself?
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
This word indicates that the introduction should be short and to the point.
This word indicates that the introduction should be short and to the point. It ends in `-ly`.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This word indicates that the introduction should be short and to the point.
### --feedback--
Means to present oneself to others, usually stating your name and basic details.
This verb means to present oneself to others, usually stating your name and basic details.
# --scene--
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-80
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Can you briefly introduce yourself?
James: Can you briefly introduce yourself?
-->
# --description--
James is making a request to Sophie.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ This option doesn't align with the request.
---
To discuss her work experience in depth.
To discuss her work experience in details.
### --feedback--
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-81
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Sophie: Hi, I'm Sophie, and I'm here to improve my project management skills. I want to learn more about project management.
Sophie: Hi. I'm Sophie, and I'm here to improve my project management skills. I want to learn more about project management.
-->
# --description--
@@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ To `manage` means to be in charge of or control something. For example, `He mana
## --sentence--
`I'm here to BLANK my BLANK management BLANK. I want to learn more about project BLANK.`
`Hi. I'm Sophie, and I'm here to BLANK my BLANK management BLANK. I want to learn more about project BLANK.`
## --blanks--
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ To `manage` means to be in charge of or control something. For example, `He mana
### --feedback--
Refers to making something better or enhancing one's abilities.
This verb refers to making something better or enhancing one's skills.
---
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ Refers to making something better or enhancing one's abilities.
### --feedback--
Relates to a specific task or plan that needs to be completed.
This noun relates to a specific task or plan that needs to be completed.
---
@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ Relates to a specific task or plan that needs to be completed.
### --feedback--
Refers to the abilities or expertise needed to do something well.
This word in the plural form refers to the abilities or expertise needed to do something well.
---
@@ -87,7 +87,7 @@ This term relates to the process of handling or overseeing projects effectively.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 7.34,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, I'm Sophie and I'm here to improve my project management skills. I want to learn more about project management.",
"text": "Hi. I'm Sophie, and I'm here to improve my project management skills. I want to learn more about project management.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-82
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
Sophie: Hi, I'm Sophie, and I'm here to improve my project management skills. I want to learn more about project management. Nice to meet you, James.
Sophie: Hi. I'm Sophie, and I'm here to improve my project management skills. I want to learn more about project management. Nice to meet you, James.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ Sophie's response is more comprehensive, including self-introduction and her goa
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 8.60,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hi, I'm Sophie and I'm here to improve my project management skills. I want to learn more about project management. Nice to meet you, James.",
"text": "Hi. I'm Sophie, and I'm here to improve my project management skills. I want to learn more about project management. Nice to meet you, James.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-83
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
James: Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today
James: Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today.
-->
# --description--
@@ -85,7 +85,7 @@ Today's meeting is only for team introductions.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.48,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today",
"text": "Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,14 +4,15 @@ title: Task 84
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-84
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
James: Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today
James: Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -25,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
This word shows something is related to or belongs to the group.
This verb shows something is related to or belongs to the group.
---
@@ -33,7 +34,7 @@ This word shows something is related to or belongs to the group.
### --feedback--
Means many or a large amount, used to describe the quantity of something.
This word means many or a large amount, used to describe the quantity of something.
---
@@ -41,7 +42,7 @@ Means many or a large amount, used to describe the quantity of something.
### --feedback--
Refers to discussing or speaking about something.
This verb refers to discussing or speaking about something.
# --scene--
@@ -74,7 +75,7 @@ Refers to discussing or speaking about something.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 3.48,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today",
"text": "Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-85
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
James: ...and I'm sure we'll have great insights to share during our training session.
James: We have a lot to talk about today, and I'm sure we'll have great insights to share during our training session.
-->
# --description--
@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ A `training session` is a period of time dedicated to learning new skills or inf
### --feedback--
Refers to valuable thoughts or understanding gained from experiences.
This word in the plural form refers to valuable thoughts or understanding gained from experiences.
---
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ Refers to valuable thoughts or understanding gained from experiences.
### --feedback--
This word is related to learning new skills or information in a structured setting.
This word is related to learning new skills or information in a structured setting. It ends in `-ing`.
# --scene--
@@ -69,7 +69,7 @@ This word is related to learning new skills or information in a structured setti
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.24,
"dialogue": {
"text": "We have a lot to talk today and I'm sure we'll have great insights to share during our training session.",
"text": "We have a lot to talk about today, and I'm sure we'll have great insights to share during our training session.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -5,9 +5,16 @@ challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-86
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
James: Let's get started.
-->
# --description--
`Let's get started` is a phrase used to initiate an activity, meeting, or session. It signals that it's time to begin the planned activities. For example, at the start of a meeting, someone might say, `Let's get started with the first topic`.
`Let's get started` is a phrase used to initiate an activity, meeting, or session. It signals that it's time to begin the planned activities.
For example, at the start of a meeting someone might say, `Let's get started with the first topic`.
# --questions--
@@ -33,7 +40,7 @@ It's an instruction to stop working and take a break.
### --feedback--
The phrase is used to initiate work or activity, not to take breaks.
`Let's get started` is used to initiate work or activity, not to take breaks.
---
@@ -78,7 +85,7 @@ It indicates that the meeting will continue later.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 1.90,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Let's get started!",
"text": "Let's get started.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -4,20 +4,21 @@ title: Task 87
challengeType: 22
dashedName: task-87
---
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
James: Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today, and I'm sure we'll have great insights to share during our training session. Let's get started!
James: Thank you, Sophie. We have a lot to talk about today, and I'm sure we'll have great insights to share during our training session. Let's get started.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
## --sentence--
`Thank you, Sophie. We have a BLANK to talk about today, and I'm BLANK we'll have great BLANK to BLANK during our BLANK session. Let's get BLANK!`
`Thank you, Sophie. We have a BLANK to talk about today, and I'm BLANK we'll have great BLANK to BLANK during our BLANK session. Let's get BLANK.`
## --blanks--
@@ -25,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
Refers to a large amount or many, often used to describe the quantity of something.
This word refers to a large amount, often used to describe the quantity of something.
---
@@ -33,7 +34,7 @@ Refers to a large amount or many, often used to describe the quantity of somethi
### --feedback--
Means confident or certain about something.
This word means confident or certain about something.
---
@@ -41,7 +42,7 @@ Means confident or certain about something.
### --feedback--
Valuable thoughts or understanding gained from experience.
This word in the plural form refers to valuable thoughts or understanding gained from experience.
---
@@ -49,7 +50,7 @@ Valuable thoughts or understanding gained from experience.
### --feedback--
Means to give a part of something to others or to let others use something together.
This verb means to give a part of something to others or to let others use something together.
---
@@ -57,7 +58,7 @@ Means to give a part of something to others or to let others use something toget
### --feedback--
Related to learning or teaching new skills or information.
This word is related to learning or teaching new skills or information. It ends in `-ing`.
---
@@ -65,7 +66,8 @@ Related to learning or teaching new skills or information.
### --feedback--
Indicates beginning something, used here to start the meeting or session.
This word indicates beginning something, used here to start the meeting or session. It ends in `-ed`.
# --scene--
```json
@@ -115,7 +117,7 @@ Indicates beginning something, used here to start the meeting or session.
"startTime": 6.8,
"finishTime": 8.56,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Let's get started!",
"text": "Let's get started.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ Watch the video below to understand the context of the upcoming lessons.
# --assignment--
Watch the video
Watch the video.
# --scene--
@@ -264,7 +264,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 53.7,
"finishTime": 56.2,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Now let's get started with the project details",
"text": "Now, let's get started with the project details",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -273,7 +273,7 @@ Watch the video
"startTime": 56.2,
"finishTime": 58.7,
"dialogue": {
"text": "and your specific requirements, David",
"text": "and your specific requirements, David.",
"align": "left"
}
},
@@ -34,15 +34,15 @@ This word is used to address all the people present.
### --feedback--
Refers to customers or companies that receive services or goods from another business.
This word in the plural form refers to customers or companies that receive services or goods from another business.
---
`corporation`
`Corporation`
### --feedback--
A type of business entity that is legally separate from its owners.
This noun means a type of business entity that is legally separate from its owners. The first letter is capitalized since it's part of a proper noun.
# --scene--
@@ -75,7 +75,7 @@ A type of business entity that is legally separate from its owners.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 5.74,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Welcome everyone. Today we have with us our clients from FCC Corporation.",
"text": "Welcome, everyone. Today, we have with us our clients from FCC Corporation.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -84,7 +84,7 @@ Maria is introducing business clients, not staff members.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 5.74,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Welcome everyone. Today we have with us our clients from FCC Corporation.",
"text": "Welcome, everyone. Today, we have with us our clients from FCC Corporation.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-91
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
David, let me introduce the team and briefly explain what we do.
Maria: David, let me introduce the team and briefly explain what we do.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -7,12 +7,12 @@ dashedName: task-92
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the technical aspects of the project. This is Bob, the project manager. He's responsible for coordinating our efforts to meet your needs.
Maria: I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the technical aspects of the project. This is Bob, the project manager. He's responsible for coordinating our efforts to meet your needs.
-->
# --description--
`To coordinate` means to arrange for things to work together effectively. For example, `She coordinates the team's meetings` means she arranges the meetings so everyone can attend.
To `coordinate` means to arrange for things to work together effectively. For example, `She coordinates the team's meetings` means she arranges the meetings so everyone can attend.
`Efforts` are the attempts or hard work put into doing something. Like, `His efforts in the project were noticeable`.
@@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the technical aspects of the
## --sentence--
`I'm responsible for the BLANK aspects of the project. He's responsible for BLANK our BLANK to meet your needs.`
`I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the BLANK aspects of the project. This is Bob, the project manager. He's responsible for BLANK our BLANK to meet your needs.`
## --blanks--
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the technical aspects of the
### --feedback--
Refers to skills or knowledge related to the practical use of machines or science.
This word refers to skills or knowledge related to the practical use of machines or science.
---
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ Refers to skills or knowledge related to the practical use of machines or scienc
### --feedback--
Means arranging or organizing things to work together effectively. This word ends in `-ing`
This word means arranging or organizing things to work together effectively. It ends in `-ing`.
---
@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ Means arranging or organizing things to work together effectively. This word end
### --feedback--
Refers to the attempts or hard work put into doing something.
This word in the plural form refers to the attempts or hard work put into doing something.
# --scene--
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ dashedName: task-93
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the technical aspects of the project. This is Bob, the project manager. He's responsible for coordinating our efforts to meet your needs.
Maria: I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the technical aspects of the project. This is Bob, the project manager. He's responsible for coordinating our efforts to meet your needs.
-->
# --description--
@@ -7,18 +7,18 @@ dashedName: task-94
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the technical aspects of the project. This is Bob, the project manager. He's responsible for coordinating our efforts to meet your needs.
Maria: I'm Maria, the lead developer. I'm responsible for the technical aspects of the project. This is Bob, the project manager. He's responsible for coordinating our efforts to meet your needs.
-->
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
## --text--
Who is responsible for the coordinating efforts and the technical aspects in the project?
Who is responsible for coordinating efforts and the technical aspects in the project?
## --answers--
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ David: Hey, Bob. How's it going?
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing word.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing word.
### --feedback--
This word is used to inquire about someone's current state or activities.
This word is used in a phrase to ask about someone's current state or activities. It ends in `-ing`.
# --scene--
@@ -59,7 +59,7 @@ This word is used to inquire about someone's current state or activities.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 2.36,
"dialogue": {
"text": "Hey Bob, how's it going?",
"text": "Hey, Bob. How's it going?",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -12,19 +12,19 @@ Maria: This is Sarah, the senior developer. She and I work together to ensure th
# --description--
`To ensure` means to make certain or guarantee that something happens. For example, `We ensure quality by checking every product` means they make sure every product is good.
To `ensure` means to make certain or guarantee that something happens. For example, `We ensure quality by checking every product` means they make sure every product is good.
In a project, ensuring success means doing things that help the project succeed, like planning well or solving problems quickly.
In a project, to `ensure success` means to do things that help the project succeed, like planning well or solving problems quickly.
# --questions--
## --text--
What do Maria and Sarah work together to do?
What is the main thing Maria and Sarah work on together?
## --answers--
To write reports for the company.
Writing reports for the company.
### --feedback--
@@ -32,15 +32,15 @@ The focus is on project success, not just writing reports.
---
To organize team meetings.
Organizing team meetings.
### --feedback--
While important, the statement specifically mentions ensuring the project's success.
While important, the audio specifically mentions something else.
---
To plan company events.
Planning company events.
### --feedback--
@@ -48,7 +48,7 @@ Their collaboration is centered around the project, not event planning.
---
To ensure the project's success.
Ensuring the project's success.
## --video-solution--
@@ -85,7 +85,7 @@ To ensure the project's success.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.16,
"dialogue": {
"text": "And this is Sarah, the senior developer. She and I work together to ensure the project's success.",
"text": "This is Sarah, the senior developer. She and I work together to ensure the project's success.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ David: Great to meet you, Sarah.
# --description--
Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
Listen to the audio and complete the sentence below.
# --fillInTheBlank--
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Listen to the audio and fill in the missing words.
### --feedback--
This word expresses positivity or satisfaction about something, in this case, meeting someone. This word is capitalized.
This word expresses positivity or satisfaction about something, in this case, meeting Sarah. The first letter is capitalized.
---
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ This word expresses positivity or satisfaction about something, in this case, me
### --feedback--
Refers to the act of being introduced to someone for the first time.
This verb refers to the act of being introduced to someone for the first time.
# --scene--
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ Maria: And this is Linda, she's our UX/UI designer. She works in user experience
# --description--
Listen to the audio and answer the question.
Listen to the audio and answer the question below.
# --questions--
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ Maria's introduction mentions Linda's work in design, not human resources.
"startTime": 1,
"finishTime": 6.96,
"dialogue": {
"text": "And this is Linda. She's our UX UI designer. She works in user experience and she creates our interface design.",
"text": "And this is Linda. She's our UX/UI designer. She works in user experience and she creates our interface design.",
"align": "center"
}
},
@@ -7,18 +7,16 @@ dashedName: task-99
<!--
AUDIO REFERENCE:
David: Wonderful to meet you all. I'm David, the project manager from FCC Corp.
-->
# --description--
`Wonderful to meet you` means the speaker is happy to be introduced to others. For example:
- Person 1: `Let me introduce you Maria.`
- Bob: `Let me introduce you Maria.`
- Maria: `Hello everyone, wonderful to meet you all.` - This means Maria feels good about meeting the group for the first time.
- Maria: `Hello, everyone. Wonderful to meet you all.` - This means Maria feels good about meeting the group for the first time.
`Corp.` is a contraction for `corporation`, which is a large company or group of companies.
@@ -36,7 +34,7 @@ Companies usually have many kinds of employees. Some do a lot of talking, planni
### --feedback--
Expresses David's positive feeling about meeting the group. The first letter is capitalized.
This word expresses David's positive feeling about meeting the group. The first letter is capitalized.
---

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