POSH People | 6 Minutes English | BBC Program

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  • 1. 

    This week we're talking about English ___________ system.

    • A. 

      Club

    • B. 

      Class

    • C. 

      Last

    Correct Answer
    B. Class
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "class". The phrase "English class" refers to a specific type of educational system where students learn the English language. This could be a class in a school or university setting, where students study grammar, vocabulary, and reading and writing skills in English.

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  • 2. 

    This is where people are ________ by their class according to the number of social and financial factors.

    • A. 

      Clasified

    • B. 

      Verified

    • C. 

      Categorised

    Correct Answer
    A. Clasified
    Explanation
    This is where people are classified by their class according to the number of social and financial factors.

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  • 3. 

    Yeah, so that people that are ________ as working class, middle class, or upper class.

    • A. 

      Clasified

    • B. 

      Verified

    • C. 

      Categorised

    Correct Answer
    C. Categorised
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "categorised". This word is used to describe the process of organizing or grouping people into specific classes or categories based on their social or economic status. In this context, it suggests that people are being sorted or classified into different classes such as working class, middle class, or upper class.

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  • 4. 

    Which member of the pop group The Spice Girls was nicknamed Posh Spice?

    • A. 

      Emma Bunton

    • B. 

      Geri Halliwell

    • C. 

      Victoria Adams

    Correct Answer
    C. Victoria Adams
    Explanation
    Victoria Adams was nicknamed Posh Spice in the pop group The Spice Girls.

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  • 5. 

    The word "Posh" describe something _______ and expensive.

    • A. 

      Elegent

    • B. 

      Diligent

    • C. 

      Citizen

    Correct Answer
    A. Elegent
    Explanation
    The word "Posh" is used to describe something elegant and expensive. It suggests a high level of sophistication, refinement, and luxury. This word is commonly used to describe luxurious and high-end items, places, or lifestyles.

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  • 6. 

    The word "POSH" stands for:

    • A. 

      Port Out, Starboard Home

    • B. 

      Pork Out, Sand Home

    • C. 

      Poke Out, Sander Home

    Correct Answer
    A. Port Out, Starboard Home
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Port Out, Starboard Home." This acronym, "POSH," originated in the early 20th century and was used by British passengers traveling by ship. It referred to the more desirable cabins on the port (left) side of the ship when traveling outward and on the starboard (right) side when returning home. These cabins were believed to receive less direct sunlight, providing a more comfortable journey in warm climates.

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