Understanding Modern Slang Expressions

In this video, Ben introduces viewers to the concept of 'bad grammar' by exploring fixed expressions and modern slang that don't follow traditional grammar rules. He explains the usage and acceptance of phrases like 'long time no see', 'how's things', and 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it'. Ben also discusses modern slang expressions such as 'my bad', 'cringe', and 'be like', highlighting their prevalence in social media and informal contexts. The video emphasizes understanding these expressions for effective communication, despite their grammatical inaccuracies.

What is the main focus of the video?

• Discussing English literature

• Explaining fixed expressions and modern slang

• Learning new vocabulary

• Teaching traditional grammar rules

What does the expression 'Long time no see' imply?

• I don't want to see you

• It's been a while since we last met

• I forgot about you

• I see you often

Why is 'How's things' considered grammatically incorrect?

• It uses a singular verb with a plural noun

• It uses a plural verb with a singular noun

• It is not commonly used

• It is a complete sentence

What is the correct grammatical form of 'If it ain't broke, don't fix it'?

• If it is broken, fix it

• If it isn't broken, don't fix it

• If it ain't broken, fix it

• If it isn't broke, fix it

What does 'Them's the breaks' mean?

• It's a positive experience

• It's a philosophical acceptance of a situation

• It's a call to action

• It's a request for help

What does the expression 'Will do' signify?

• An agreement to do something

• A refusal to do something

• A question about doing something

• A suggestion to do something

What does 'No can do' mean?

• I will do it later

• I might do it

• I can do it

• I cannot do it

What does 'My bad' express?

• An apology for a mistake

• A compliment

• A request for help

• A statement of confusion

How is 'Cringe' used in modern slang?

• As a noun

• As an adjective

• As an adverb

• As a verb

What does 'Be like' express in modern slang?

• A request for help

• A reaction or thought

• A statement of fact

• A desire to be similar to someone