Understanding the Use of 'Even'

In this video, Adam from engvid.com addresses a common question about the word 'even'. He explains that 'even' is used to indicate something surprising or against expectations. Through various examples, he demonstrates how 'even' is used in phrases like 'even though', 'even if', and 'even when'. Adam also highlights that 'even' can provide extra information about a situation. The video concludes with suggestions for further practice on the engvid website.

What is the main reason teachers sometimes need to learn new things?

• To prepare for exams

• To impress their students

• To continuously grow and provide new information

• To avoid answering questions

What does the word 'even' generally suggest?

• Something usual

• Something expected

• Something surprising or against expectation

• Something boring

In the sentence 'Even though I was late, my boss wasn't angry,' what does 'even though' indicate?

• A hypothetical scenario

• A regular situation

• A surprising situation

• An expected outcome

What is the difference between 'though' and 'even though' in terms of contrast?

• 'Though' is used for future events, 'even though' is not

• 'Though' is more formal than 'even though'

• 'Though' is used for hypothetical situations, 'even though' is not

• 'Though' shows a regular contrast, 'even though' shows a surprising contrast

What does 'even if' imply in a sentence?

• A certain outcome

• A hypothetical situation

• A past event

• A regular occurrence

In the context of the lesson, what does 'even when' suggest?

• An impossible event

• A hypothetical situation

• A future prediction

• A realistic situation

What does the use of 'even' in 'No one thought Tom's joke was funny, not even Kathy' imply about Kathy?

• Kathy never finds jokes funny

• Kathy usually finds Tom's jokes funny

• Kathy dislikes Tom

• Kathy is not present

What does the phrase 'Even Superman wouldn't be able to defeat him' suggest about the person?

• The person is very strong

• The person is very weak

• The person is fictional

• The person is a superhero

What does the use of 'even' in 'I could even go right now' suggest about the speaker's desire?

• The speaker is confused

• The speaker is hesitant

• The speaker is indifferent

• The speaker is very eager

What does the comparison 'The Himalayas are even bigger than the Rockies' imply?

• The Himalayas are smaller

• The Rockies are in India

• The Himalayas are surprisingly larger

• The Rockies are the biggest