AMERICAN SLANG: EXTRA, CRINGEY, BASIC

The video explores American slang terms 'extra', 'cringey', and 'basic'. 'Extra' describes someone who is overly dramatic or excessive. 'Cringey' refers to something awkward or embarrassing. 'Basic' denotes something uninteresting or mainstream. The video encourages viewers to engage by using these terms in sentences and provides links to additional resources.

What does the term 'extra' imply about a person's behavior?

• They are trying too hard.

• They are extremely shy.

• They are very quiet.

• They are very reserved.

Which of the following best describes something that is 'cringey'?

• Highly intellectual

• Extremely funny

• Awkward and embarrassing

• Very exciting

How is the term 'cringey' formed in American slang?

• By combining two nouns

• By turning a verb into an adjective

• By shortening a longer word

• By using a foreign language root

What does it mean if someone or something is described as 'basic'?

• They are very unique.

• They are highly sophisticated.

• They are uninteresting and mainstream.

• They are extremely rare.

Why might the speaker want to avoid their videos being called 'basic'?

• Because it implies they are too expensive.

• Because it means they are too advanced.

• Because it suggests they are not engaging enough.

• Because it indicates they are too short.