English with Becky Zed

07/24/2026

What does it mean to be a "black sheep"?

The term "black sheep" is used to describe someone who is different than the rest of the group--an outsider. It usually has a negative meaning.

Example: He is the black sheep of the family because he dropped out of college to travel the world.

Does your language have a similar expression?

For more info: https://ielts.idp.com/vietnam/about/news-and-articles/article-black-sheep/en-gb

07/15/2026

What is the mistake in this sentence?
I can to speak a little Spanish.

Test your knowledge of modal verbs (can, should, etc) with this video quiz:

Improve English | How to Use Modal Verbs | Quiz With Explanation & ...

06/15/2026

Are you superstitious? What superstitions do you have in your country?

Listen to different people talk about superstitions around the world here: https://english-practice.net/practice-listening-english-exercises-for-b2-superstitions/

Practice Listening English Exercises for B2 – Superstitions English Listening Exercises for B2 Advertisements Listening task 1: Around the world A Listen. People are talking about superstitions. What countries have these superstitions? What do they mean? Complete the missing information. https://e...

12/30/2025

How confident about using THERE IS and THERE ARE? Here's a quick test:

Test yourself with our free English language exercise about 'There is or There are'. This is a free beginner/elementary English grammar quiz and interractive grammar exercises. No sign-up required.

12/19/2025

English spelling is hard 😔

Improve Your Pronunciation

12/05/2025

You know the word "dislike", but do you know "despise"?
Practice synonyms for very common words with these flashcards:

Can you remember at least one new synonym for each word? Learn with flashcards, games, and more — for free.

05/09/2025

Do you know all of these terms for housework? Which is your least favourite? :P

https://test-english.com/vocabulary/a2/housework-a2-english-vocabulary/2/

Learn basic housework vocabulary with images, sentence examples, and exercises with personalized feedback in this A2 English lesson.

05/08/2025

How do you use SAY, TELL, SPEAK, and TALK? What are the differences?

Here is a lesson to learn how to use these four words:

The easiest way to learn the BIG differences AND the SUBTLE nuances of say, tell, speak and tell in English. This lesson will prevent you from confusing thes...

05/01/2025

Practice your English AND your geography with this link: https://test-english.com/vocabulary/a1/countries-and-nationalities-a1-english-vocabulary/2/

Learn basic English vocabulary on Countries and nationalities with this beginner lesson, which includes pictures, examples, and exercises!

04/30/2025

Do you get confused by MAKE and DO?

Test your knowledge with these flashcards:

Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like ____ a suggestion, ____ the laundry, ____ the bed and more.