2033 - Do You Want a Lot of S'Mores or Just a Few?

The hosts discuss their busy summer and introduce a listener's question about the differences between 'a few' and 'few', as well as 'a lot' and 'lot'. They reference past episodes for further learning and provide detailed explanations with examples. The episode includes a role play about making s'mores, offering cultural insights and engaging the audience.

What was the listener's main question about?

• The difference between 'lot' and 'a lot'.

• The difference between 'few' and 'a few'.

• The difference between 'lot' and 'lots'.

• The difference between 'few' and 'a lot'.

What does 'a few' typically mean?

• Less than expected.

• Exactly 2 items.

• Between 3 and 5 items.

• More than 10 items.

What is a common mistake when using 'few' in a sentence?

• Using it to mean more than expected.

• Using it to mean a large number.

• Using it without an article.

• Using it to mean exactly two.

How should 'a lot' be written?

• As three words: 'a lot of'.

• As one word: 'alot'.

• As a hyphenated word: 'a-lot'.

• As two words: 'a lot'.

In what context is 'a lot' used as a pronoun?

• To describe a negative amount.

• To describe a small amount.

• To describe an exact number.

• To describe a large number or amount.

What is the informal way to say 'a lot of'?

• LOTTA

• ALOT

• LOT

• LOTS

What is the main activity in the role play?

• Cooking dinner.

• Making s'mores.

• Setting up a tent.

• Fishing.

What does Aubrey suggest using in s'mores instead of traditional chocolate?

• Caramel.

• Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.

• White chocolate.

• Dark chocolate.

What is the takeaway regarding the use of 'few' and 'a lot'?

• They are rarely used in English.

• They are essential for casual conversation.

• They are only used in formal writing.

• They are interchangeable.

Why is it important to use 'a lot' correctly in writing?

• Because it is a formal term.

• Because it is rarely used.

• Because it is a common mistake even among native speakers.

• Because it changes the meaning of the sentence.