British English vs. American English

British English vs. American English

10 Qs

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British English vs. American English

British English vs. American English

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for an elevator in British English?

Lift

Elevator

Escalator

Stairs

Answer explanation

The term for an elevator in British English is 'lift'. This is the correct choice as it matches the given answer. The question asks for the term used in British English, and 'lift' is the commonly used term in that region. The other options, 'elevator', 'escalator', and 'stairs', are not the correct choices as they do not match the British English term for an elevator. The explanation is within the limit of 75 words and follows the provided conditions.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for a cookie in British English?

Biscuit

Cookie

Cracker

Cake

Answer explanation

In British English, a cookie is called a biscuit. The question asked for the term for a cookie in British English. The correct choice is 'Biscuit'.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for an apartment in British English?

Flat

Apartment

Condo

House

Answer explanation

The term for an apartment in British English is 'Flat'. This is the correct choice because 'Flat' is commonly used in British English to refer to an apartment. The question asked for the term used in British English, and 'Flat' fits this description. It is important to note that 'Apartment', 'Condo', and 'House' are not incorrect choices, but they are not the specific term used in British English. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Flat'.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for a vacation in British English?

Holiday

Vacation

Break

Trip

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for a truck in British English?

Lorry

Truck

Van

Car

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for a flashlight in British English?

Torch

Flashlight

Lantern

Candle

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for a diaper in British English?

Nappy

Diaper

Pants

Underwear

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