Improve Your English - Stop Saying "I Don't Know"

Improve Your English - Stop Saying "I Don't Know"

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English

6th - 8th Grade

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The video tutorial introduces various ways to express uncertainty in English, offering ten alternatives to the phrase 'I don't know'. It emphasizes the importance of expanding vocabulary by using different expressions. The tutorial covers phrases like 'I'm not sure', 'I've got no idea', 'I haven't the foggiest', and 'Your guess is as good as mine', among others. Each alternative is explained with examples, helping learners to use them in different contexts. The video concludes with a reminder of the value of diversifying language use.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is one alternative phrase to 'I don't know' mentioned in the text?

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Explain the meaning of the phrase 'I'm not 100% sure' as described in the text.

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What does the phrase 'I haven't got a clue' imply?

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Describe the phrase 'I haven't the foggiest' and its usage.

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What does the expression 'Your guess is as good as mine' mean?

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How can you expand on the phrase 'I don't know' according to the text?

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What is the significance of saying 'off the top of my head'?

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