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Eating habits - E8

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  • Do you prefer still water or sparkling water?
    e.g. I prefer still water because I don't like bubbles.
  • What is the difference between a starter and a main course?
    e.g. A starter is a small dish eaten before the main meal, and the main course is the biggest and most important part of the meal.
  • Why do people sometimes prefer homemade food over restaurant food?
    e.g. Because homemade food is usually healthier, cheaper, and made with love according to your own taste.
  • What ingredients do you need to make a classic tomato soup?
    e.g. You need fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, vegetable stock, and some herbs or cream.
  • What should you do immediately after you finish eating dinner at a restaurant?
    e.g. You should ask the waiter for the bill, pay it, and leave a tip if the service was good.
  • What is the difference between a café and a canteen?
    e.g. A café is a small place for coffee and snacks, while a canteen is a large dining hall in a school or workplace.
  • What do you do if you are very hungry after a long day at school?
    e.g. I usually eat a quick snack like a sandwich or some fruit before having my main dinner.
  • What does it mean if a dish is described as "tasteless"?
    e.g. It means the food has no flavour or taste, and it probably needs more salt, spices, or herbs.
  • Why do some people choose to be vegan or vegetarian?
    e.g. They choose those diets for ethical reasons, to protect animals, or for health benefits.
  • Have you ever tried to bake a cake? What was it like?
    e.g. Yes, I baked a chocolate cheesecake last weekend, and it turned out very sweet and delicious.
  • Why is it important to wash fruits and vegetables before eating them?
    e.g. Because washing removes dirt, chemicals, and bacteria from them to keep us healthy.
  • What kitchen accessory do you use most often and what do you use it for?
    e.g. I use a knife the most because I need to cut vegetables and fruit every day.
  • Would you prefer to eat a healthy meal or fast food right now? Why?
    e.g. I would prefer a healthy homemade meal because fast food makes me feel too heavy.
  • What do you say to a waiter when they bring your food?
    e.g. I usually say "Thank you," and if someone wishes me a good meal, I reply "Thank you, enjoy yours too!"
  • How do you react if the service in a restaurant is very slow and bad?
    e.g. If the service is bad, I might not leave a tip, or I could politely talk to the manager about it.
  • What is your favourite vegetable and how often do you eat it?
    e.g. My favourite vegetable is broccoli, and I eat it at least twice a week.
  • What is the proper way to set the table for a formal dinner?
    e.g. You need to put plates in the middle, forks on the left, knives and spoons on the right, and glasses at the top.
  • Why do some people decide to "go on a diet"?
    e.g. People go on a diet to lose weight, become healthier, or feel more energetic.
  • What do you usually have for breakfast on school days?
    e.g. I usually eat cereal with milk or scrambled eggs with a piece of brown bread.
  • What kind of food do people usually order as takeaway?
    e.g. People often order pizza, burgers, sushi, or Chinese food as takeaway when they don't want to cook.
  • How do you prepare a cup of tea?
    e.g. First, you boil water in a kettle, pour it over a tea bag in a mug, and let it brew for a few minutes.
  • What do people celebrate with a big dinner or a cake?
    e.g. People celebrate birthdays, weddings, exam passing, or family reunions with special meals and cakes.
  • How do you feel when you eat something very spicy like chilli peppers?
    e.g. When I eat spicy food, my mouth feels hot and I usually need to drink lots of water.
  • What do you usually put on your bread for breakfast or supper?
    e.g. I like to put butter, a slice of hard cheese, and some ham or cottage cheese.
  • What kind of snacks do you usually eat while watching a movie?
    e.g. I like to eat crisps, popcorn, or sometimes a bar of chocolate.
  • What is the difference between freezing food and boiling food?
    e.g. Freezing makes food very cold and hard to preserve it, while boiling cooks food in hot, bubbling water.
  • What is the difference between a chef and a waiter?
    e.g. A chef cooks the food in the kitchen, and a waiter serves the food to customers at their tables.
  • Would you rather eat a crunchy apple or a soft banana? Why?
    e.g. I would rather eat a crunchy apple because it is very juicy and refreshing.
  • What is your least favourite food and why do you find it disgusting?
    e.g. I hate mushrooms because I don't like their texture and their taste is too earthy for me.