Vocabulary Lessons

Whether you are looking to enroll in universities that offer online degrees or you are just finishing high school, there are often a number of courses you have to take to graduate. Listen to the words below and consult a dictionary if you need a definition. Write a sample sentence for each word to learn how it is used in context, as seen in the example. You can use the Internet to find such sentences.

A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

1. algebra
2. band
3. biology
4. calculus
5. chemistry
6. computer science
7. drama
8. English
9. geography
10. geometry
11. government
12. health
13. keyboarding
14. literature
15. math
16. music
17. PE (physical education)
18. physics
19. science
20. social studies

Do you think that students should only take courses related to their majors, or should they be encouraged to classes outside of their field of study? Why or why not? What has your been your own personal experience?