Understanding Intensifiers in English

The video tutorial from Elemental English explains the use of intensifiers in English, focusing on the words 'very', 'pretty', 'so', and 'really'. It provides examples of how these words are used to express the extent or amount of something in everyday casual speech. The tutorial also highlights the differences in formality and usage between these intensifiers, offering pronunciation practice and encouraging viewers to subscribe and share the content.

What is the primary function of intensifiers in English?

• To express the extent or amount of something

• To change the tense of a verb

• To form questions

• To indicate possession

Which of the following is NOT an example of an intensifier?

• Pretty

• Quickly

• So

• Very

How is 'pretty' used in casual English?

• To indicate something is extremely good

• To suggest something is somewhat or so-so

• To describe something as ugly

• To express dislike

In which context is 'pretty' NOT used as an intensifier?

• Expressing a high degree of something

• Indicating a moderate level of certainty

• Describing a somewhat good taste

• Describing someone's appearance

What does 'so' express in casual English?

• A negative emotion

• A question

• A formal tone

• The extent of something

Which sentence uses 'so' correctly as an intensifier?

• They are so in the room.

• He is so to the store.

• She is so excited about the trip.

• I am so the best at this game.

What is the meaning of 'really' when used as an intensifier?

• To express doubt

• To show dislike

• To indicate a question

• To mean truly or very

Which of the following sentences uses 'really' as an intensifier?

• I really don't like chocolate.

• He really went to the store.

• She really is a teacher.

• They really are not here.

How is 'very' different from 'pretty', 'so', and 'really'?

• It is less formal

• It is more commonly used in academic English

• It is used to form questions

• It is used to express doubt

Which sentence correctly uses 'very' as an intensifier?

• The coat is very in the room.

• The coat is very to the store.

• The coat is very not here.

• The coat is very nice.