Lesson #1 - new vocab

The high __________ in tropical countries can be uncomfortable for those used to drier climates.

• temperature

• humidity

• altitude

• precipitation

In this country, rain is frequent and intense, so residents are used to high levels of __________ throughout the year.

• snow

• precipitation

• wind

• sunlight

Moving abroad can make you part of a cultural __________, which can help you appreciate diversity in a new way.

• majority

• group

• minority

• community

Sometimes, I __________ a cat at a local café to help relieve stress—it’s such a comforting habit.

• hug

• scratch

• talk to

• stroke/pet

When you’re far from home, it’s normal to feel a little __________ about missing family events, especially holidays and birthdays.

• joy

• guilt

• anger

• pride

Despite the challenges of living abroad, I feel __________ for the opportunity to experience a new culture and meet new people.

• grateful

• annoyed

• indifferent

• surprised

Knowing the __________ is important for budgeting and converting currencies while living in a foreign country.

• conversion rate

• alphabet

• multiplication table

• periodic table

Learning the local language is often __________ if you want to communicate effectively and integrate into society.

• optional

• mandatory

• challenging

• enjoyable

Adapting to a new lifestyle is __________ easier if you stay open-minded and positive.

• rarely

• constantly

• relatively

• totally

__________, there will be things you miss from home, but it’s part of the experience of living abroad.

• Occasionally

• Hopefully

• Surprisingly

• Inevitably