Break the ice

Break the ice

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Interactive Video

Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video tutorial explores the phrase 'break the ice', starting with a humorous misunderstanding at a school dance. It delves into the historical origins of the phrase, explaining how it was used in Europe to describe starting work on frozen rivers. The tutorial then transitions to the modern social context, where 'break the ice' is used metaphorically to describe easing social interactions, a concept popularized by Mark Twain.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Can you provide an example of a situation where someone might need to 'break the ice'?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of the phrase 'breaking the ice' in making new friends?

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