Vocabulary Lessons
“College Courses”
Introduction
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.
Listening Exercise
A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.
- algebra
- band
- biology
- calculus
- chemistry
- computer science
- drama
- English
- geography
- geometry
- government
- health
- keyboarding
- literature
- math
- music
- PE (physical education)
- physics
- science
- social studies
Practice
I'm thinking about taking _______ as an elective class because I'm interested in pursuing a career in acting.
My ______ class is a real drag (=boring) because I already know how to type and use the computer.
Since my sister has a real knack (=special skill) for numbers, I think I'll ask her to help me with my _____ class.
Share your Results:
Follow-Up Activity
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?
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