Verbs Eat out
Dine out
Eat at home
Adjectives Scrumptious
Wholesome
Appetizing
Peppery
Revolting
Sugary
Fattening
Vinegary
Idioms Wolf down (= eat very quickly)
When I’m in a hurry I wolf down some fat food Sink one’s teeth into (= eat (some special food))
I love to sink my teeth into a juicy steak. Something about it (=something strange or special)
I can’t stand seafood. There’s just something about it I’m not sure about. Topic 37: Birthdays How are birthdays usually celebrated in your country?
What gifts so people receive on their birthdays in your country?
Do people eat special food on their birthdays in your country?
Which birthday is most important in your culture?
Nouns Get-together
Shindig
Greeting card
Surprise
Verbs Get older
Grow older
Crack open a bottle of wine
Adjectives Unexpected
Customary
Idioms -
Throw a party (= have a party)
Most people throw a party on their 21 st birthday -
Let one’s hair down (=enjoy oneself)
People can really let their hair down on their birthday -
Push the boat out/paint the town red (= have a big celebration)
On their 21 st birthday most people really push the boat out/paint the town red.
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Topic 38: Seasons Tell me about the seasons in your country?
What is your favourit season?
Do the seasons affect people’s behavior?
Do you wear different clothes in different seasons?
