Where did Hermina move from before living in Edinburgh?
From Albania.
How did becoming a class representative affect Hermina's connection to the student community?
It helped her feel more connected.
What interpersonal benefit did Hermina gain from being a class representative?
She developed her interpersonal skills.
Where is Amanda originally from?
New Jersey, USA.
What inspired Amanda to learn a new language?
Connecting with people from different parts of the world and learning about new cultures.
When is 'should' used in advice sentences?
To give advice.
How does the imperative form advice or instructions?
With the base verb.
How is the negative imperative formed?
With Don't followed by the base verb or an object.
What does the positive letter describe about English and friends?
Improving English and having many friends from other countries.
What obligation does 'must' express in English?
It expresses obligation.
How is the present continuous formed in English?
With be followed by the verb ending in -ing.
What does the present continuous describe?
An action in progress or a situation being described.
What weather differences might students notice in the UK?
The weather is colder and rainier.
What food difference might students experience in the UK?
The food is different.
What language difficulty might students face in the UK?
Accents are difficult to understand.
What unfamiliar aspect of university life might students find in the UK?
University life is unfamiliar.
What must students get used to regarding British culture?
The British weather, food, language, school system, and informal relationships with professors.
How is the comparative form of a short adjective formed in English?
By adding -er plus than to the adjective.
How is the comparative form of a long adjective formed in English?
With more plus the adjective plus than.
What did British universities want after Brexit regarding European students?
They wanted to bring European students back.
What exchange programme did British universities consider restoring after Brexit?
The Erasmus exchange programme.
What happened to Erasmus for UK students after Brexit?
Erasmus no longer existed for these students.
Why was the post-Brexit alternative to Erasmus considered a failure?
Because students had to pay more and the programme lasted only 4 weeks.
Why can studying in the United Kingdom boost a student's CV?
Because it provides many opportunities.
What can students find while studying in the United Kingdom?
Employment, work experience, and people from different continents.
What challenges do some international students face at Edinburgh University?
Culture shock, difficulties making friends, and homesickness.
What are international students advised to do regarding the Scottish accent?
Get used to it.
What social action are international students advised to do beforehand?
Make friends.
What does the negative letter describe about food and weather?
Bland food and constant rain.
What does the English adjective 'bland' mean?
Tasteless.
What did the EU youth mobility scheme propose for people under 30?
To study or work abroad for a limited number of years.
How do most students feel about their time studying in the United Kingdom?
They feel excited and supported by their lecturers.
What are opportunities?
Chances to achieve something like employment, work experience, or CV improvement.
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