Navigating Fast Food Orders in Everyday English

The video tutorial includes a role-play of ordering food at a fast-food restaurant, McBurger, followed by a listening comprehension exercise about the fast-food industry. It discusses the popularity and evolution of fast-food restaurants, including the introduction of healthier options. The video concludes with discussion questions prompting students to reflect on their experiences and opinions about fast food.

What did the customer order at McBurger?

• A single cheeseburger and onion rings

• A double cheeseburger and fries

• A single cheeseburger and fries

• A double cheeseburger and onion rings

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What drink did the customer order?

• A small Coke

• A medium Coke

• A large Coke

• A large Pepsi

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How much did the customer have to pay?

• Six dollars and fifty cents

• Seven dollars and fifty cents

• Five dollars and fifty cents

• Four dollars and fifty cents

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What is the main reason people go to fast food restaurants?

• They are in a hurry

• They want to spend a lot of money

• They enjoy the ambiance

• They want to eat healthy food

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What types of food can you find at fast food restaurants these days?

• Only chicken and fish

• Only pizza and pasta

• Pizza, pasta, chicken, or fish

• Only hamburgers

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What is a common feature of most fast food restaurants?

• Buffet service

• Home delivery

• Drive-thru service

• Table service

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What healthy options do fast food restaurants now offer?

• Salads and fresh fruit

• Only salads

• Only fresh fruit

• None

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What is the reputation of fast food restaurants?

• Serving healthy food

• Serving unhealthy food

• Serving gourmet food

• Serving expensive food

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What is a recent trend in the fast food industry?

• Offering only unhealthy options

• Offering more expensive meals

• Offering healthy options

• Offering fewer menu items

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What does the future look like for fast food restaurants?

• They will become more expensive

• They are likely to disappear

• They are here to stay

• They will only serve healthy food

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