Understanding 'Afraid' and Fear

In this video, John discusses the concept of being 'afraid' and its usage in English. He explains that 'afraid' is an adjective indicating fear, while 'fear' can be a noun or verb. The video covers expressions like 'don't be afraid' and 'are you afraid of sharks?' It also explores alternative meanings of 'afraid' in apologetic contexts, such as introducing bad news. The video concludes with a mention of additional resources and quizzes available on www.ingvid.com.

What is the main topic introduced at the beginning of the video?

• Spiders

• Being afraid

• Sharks

• Flying

What is the tone of the video when introducing the topic of fear?

• Angry and aggressive

• Serious and formal

• Light-hearted and humorous

• Sad and melancholic

How is the word 'afraid' primarily used in English?

• As an adverb

• As a verb

• As a noun

• As an adjective

What part of speech can 'fear' be?

• Verb or adverb

• Noun or adjective

• Noun or verb

• Adjective or adverb

Which of the following is a common expression using 'afraid'?

• Be very afraid

• Afraid of nothing

• Fear the unknown

• Don't be afraid

What is another word for 'afraid' mentioned in the video?

• Anxious

• Nervous

• Scared

• Terrified

Which of the following is an example of something people might be afraid of?

• Flying in an airplane

• Eating vegetables

• Reading books

• Listening to music

Where are sharks mentioned as being present?

• London

• New York

• Toronto

• Australia

In what context can 'afraid' be used to express apologies?

• When giving compliments

• When refusing a request

• When making a promise

• When telling a joke

How can 'afraid' be used to introduce bad news?

• By softening the impact

• By making a joke

• By exaggerating the situation

• By stating a fact