Understanding 'Like' in British English

The video tutorial explores various uses of the word 'like' in British English. It covers 'like' as an active verb meaning to feel positive, 'to be like' indicating similarity, 'like' as 'such as' for examples, and the expression 'like, like' to denote family resemblance.

What does 'like' mean when used as an active verb?

• To list examples

• To dislike something

• To compare two things

• To feel positive about something

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

How is 'to be like' used in a sentence?

• To express dislike

• To list examples

• To indicate similarity

• To show preference

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which sentence uses 'like' to mean 'such as'?

• I am like my dad because we both have brown hair.

• Like father, like son.

• I like my dad - he's great.

• My dad enjoys many sports, like football.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

What does the expression 'like, like' signify?

• Dislike between family members

• Comparison of different things

• Similarity between family members

• Preference for certain activities

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following is an example of 'like, like'?

• I like my dad - he's great.

• Like mother, like daughter.

• I am like my dad because we both have brown hair.

• My dad enjoys many sports, like football.

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CCSS.L.5.5C