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COMMON vs ADVANCED VOCABULARY Part 2. Useful for and

Improve your lexical resource with these three priceless expressions.

1. pitch black - completely dark, absence of light
2. over the top - too extreme and not suitable
3. get away with the crime - to escape or avoid punishment for doing a crime

Can you use "i.e." and "e.g." interchangeably? Quick answer: NO!

e.g is the abbreviation for exempli gratia and means “for example.”

i.e is the abbreviation for id est, which means “in other words.”

Watch this short video to learn more!

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QUESTIONS THAT STIMULATE A CONVERSATION (Useful for teachers and parents)

Instead of asking,
How was your day?

Try asking:
Can you tell me something that made you laugh today?
(You can learn a lot about your student's sense of humor and get them smiling by asking them to recount things that made them laugh.)

Instead of asking,
How was your day?

Try asking:
What was easier today than yesterday?
(Encouraging your students to notice that their practice is making a difference helps instill a positive self-image and a growth mindset.)

Instead of asking,
Did you eat your lunch?

Try asking:
Who did you sit by at lunch today?
(Allowing your students to discuss friends they may have difficulty getting along with opens opportunities to discuss how others make them feel.)

Instead of asking,
Did you have a good day?

Try asking:
What did you do that made someone smile today?
(Show your students that school isn't just about academics. Kindness matters.)

Instead of asking,
What did you learn at school?

Try asking:
Did you enjoy art or science more today?
(Being specific with your questions facilitates a detailed response and opens the door for further discussion.)

Instead of asking,
What did you do today?

Try asking:
I love hearing about your school day.
(Sometimes, questions are overwhelming. Letting your students know that you're interested permits them to share when they're ready.)

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