This IELTS Vocabulary Lights a Fire Under You - IELTS Energy Podcast 1195

The video explores the cultural phenomenon of Renaissance fairs, linking it to the concept of motivation through idioms. It introduces idioms like 'light a fire under someone' and 'plant a seed' to illustrate how small actions can spur motivation. The discussion extends to using these idioms in educational contexts, particularly in writing essays. Additionally, the video covers slang idioms that convey energy and introduces high-level vocabulary to enhance writing and speaking skills.

What is a common activity at Renaissance fairs?

• Watching a joust

• Visiting a museum

• Attending a concert

• Playing video games

What does the idiom 'light a fire under someone' mean?

• To make someone angry

• To start a campfire

• To motivate someone to take action

• To physically warm someone

Which phrase is a formal alternative to 'light a fire under someone'?

• Cool down

• Calm down

• Heat up

• Spur action

What does the idiom 'plant a seed' imply?

• To end a conversation

• To start a garden

• To initiate an idea that leads to further action

• To bury something underground

How can the idiom 'plant a seed' be used in education?

• To inspire students to explore new ideas

• To create a new curriculum

• To plant trees in the schoolyard

• To end a lesson

What does the phrase 'get someone going' mean?

• To confuse someone

• To energize or motivate someone

• To stop someone

• To make someone leave

What does 'bring someone out of their stupor' mean?

• To put someone to sleep

• To help someone recover from a state of inactivity

• To wake someone up from sleep

• To confuse someone