English Culture Videos

Ask students to think about their favorite foods and characters when they were young. Randall talks about his grandson’s favorite things.

• grandson (noun): the son of one’s son or daughter
  – My grandson loves to visit me on weekends.
  – She bought a new toy for her grandson’s birthday.
• favorite (adjective): most liked or preferred
  – Chocolate ice cream is my favorite dessert.
  – Her favorite movie is Toy Story.
• introduce (verb): present someone or something for the first time
  – I would like to introduce you to my friend, Sarah.
  – He will introduce the new project at the meeting tomorrow.
• character (noun): a person or figure in a story, play, or movie
  – I love the characters in this movie.
  – The main character in the book is very brave.
• travel (verb): go from one place to another, especially over a distance
  – We are traveling to Paris next month.
  – She enjoys traveling around the world and experiencing new cultures.

Hi, I’m Randall, and today, we’re traveling with family, and I want to introduce our grandson, Odin. And Odin is two years old. He loves cheese and chicken nuggets. His favorite, uh, characters are Buzz and Woody (from Toy Story), and he loves cats. Oddie!

Intermediate Learners

1. Comprehension Questions
   • What is Odin’s age?
   • What are Odin’s favorite foods?
   • Who are Odin’s favorite characters?
2. Detail Questions
   • What kind of food does Odin like besides cheese?
   • Which movie are Buzz and Woody from?
   • How does Randall refer to his grandson during the introduction?
3. Opinion Questions
   • Why do you think Odin likes Buzz and Woody from Toy Story?
   • Do you think Odin’s preferences are common for children his age? Why or why not?

Advanced Learners

1. Analytical Questions
   • Why might Randall choose to introduce his grandson and share details about his likes and dislikes?
   • How can sharing personal details like favorite foods and characters help in building a connection with the audience?
2. Critical Thinking Questions
   • What impact do you think a child’s favorite characters and foods can have on their development and family interactions?
   • How might Randall’s way of introducing Odin reflect broader cultural or familial values?
3. Reflection Questions
   • Reflect on the importance of family bonding through shared activities and interests. How do Randall and Odin’s shared moments contribute to their relationship?
   • Discuss how understanding the interests and preferences of young children can help in nurturing their growth and development. How can families and educators use this information effectively?