Flashcards on English Language: Culture and Everyday Topics
English Language: Culture and Everyday Topics - Student Guide
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Geography
16 cards
Card 1
Question: Which American city is the biggest city in the USA and known for skyscrapers, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty?
Answer: New York City
Card 2
Question: Which West Coast American city is famous for the movie industry in Hollywood and typically has sunny, warm weather?
Answer: Los Angeles
Card 3
Question: Which U.S. city is the capital, not located in any state, and home to the White House?
Answer: Washington D.C.
Card 4
Question: Name two features that commonly distinguish American cities from Czech cities mentioned in the content.
Answer: They are usually much bigger and have wide streets and many high buildings; often require a car and use a grid street pattern.
Card 5
Question: What city layout pattern makes it easy to find your way in many American cities?
Answer: The grid (chessboard) pattern.
Card 6
Question: What is Australia classified as in terms of landmass, and what are two animals it is famous for?
Answer: Australia is a country and a continent; it is famous for kangaroos and koalas.
Card 7
Question: What is the capital of Australia and which two cities are its biggest?
Answer: The capital is Canberra; the biggest cities are Sydney and Melbourne.
Card 8
Question: Where do most people in Australia live?
Answer: Near the coast.
Card 9
Question: What large dry region covers much of Australia and what is it commonly called?
Answer: A large part is desert, commonly called the Outback.
Card 10
Question: Name a famous marine feature near Australia that is great for diving.
Answer: The Great Barrier Reef.