English Vocabulary Lesson on how to use EUPHEMISMS (senior citizen, big-boned, pre-enjoyed vehicle)

English Vocabulary Lesson on how to use EUPHEMISMS (senior citizen, big-boned, pre-enjoyed vehicle)

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English

9th - 10th Grade

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The video tutorial discusses euphemisms, which are softer language alternatives to harsh or direct words. It provides examples such as 'pre-enjoyed vehicle' for used cars, 'economically disadvantaged' for poor, and 'senior citizens' for the elderly. The tutorial explains how euphemisms are used in marketing and everyday language to sound less aggressive or direct. It also covers other common euphemisms like 'courtesy call' for spam calls, 'genuine imitation leather', and 'between jobs' for unemployed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of using euphemisms?

To replace harsh or direct words with softer alternatives

To confuse the listener

To make language more complex

To enhance vocabulary

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which term is used as a euphemism for 'spam call'?

Business call

Courtesy call

Service call

Friendly call

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'genuine imitation leather' imply?

It is a type of genuine leather

It is real leather

It is not real leather

It is a new kind of leather

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which euphemism is used for someone who is unemployed?

Jobless

Between jobs

Career-free

Workless

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a softer term for 'die'?

Expire

Pass away

End life

Cease to exist