ENGLISH PRACTICE: The Coronavirus Pronunciation / Vocabulary / Phrasal Verbs that you NEED

The video discusses the impact of COVID-19, focusing on vocabulary and pronunciation related to the pandemic. It explains the use of terms like 'stock', 'shutdown', and 'lockdown', and shares personal experiences of dealing with the pandemic. The video concludes with well wishes and reminders to stay safe.

What does the phrasal verb 'queued up' mean?

• To be delayed

• To be postponed

• To be ready for use

• To be canceled

How is the word 'COVID-19' pronounced?

• With stress on the last syllable

• With stress on the second syllable

• With no stress

• With stress on the first syllable

What does 'stockpile' mean?

• To distribute evenly

• To buy a small amount

• To sell a large amount

• To gather a large amount

What is the difference between 'stockpile' and 'stock up'?

• 'Stockpile' means a large amount, 'stock up' means a moderate amount

• 'Stockpile' means a small amount, 'stock up' means a large amount

• 'Stockpile' means to distribute, 'stock up' means to gather

• 'Stockpile' means to sell, 'stock up' means to buy

What is the significance of dropping the 'T' in words like 'county'?

• It is only used in formal speech

• It is a grammatical error

• It is a common pronunciation practice

• It changes the meaning of the word

What does 'nonessential' mean in the context of businesses?

• Businesses that are crucial for survival

• Businesses that can operate remotely

• Businesses that are not necessary for basic needs

• Businesses that are open 24/7

What is the main difference between a 'shutdown' and a 'lockdown'?

• Shutdown is for safety, lockdown is for convenience

• Shutdown is voluntary, lockdown is mandatory

• Shutdown affects businesses, lockdown restricts movement

• Shutdown is permanent, lockdown is temporary

What does the idiom 'weathering the storm' mean?

• To create a problem

• To overcome a challenge

• To avoid a problem

• To ignore a challenge

What is the purpose of the video according to the narrator?

• To teach pronunciation only

• To address current events and vocabulary

• To discuss grammar rules

• To provide entertainment

What is the narrator's hope for the viewers during the pandemic?

• That they stay safe and healthy

• That they find new jobs

• That they ignore the news

• That they travel more