Okay. This was simply irresistible. We have discussed Ana Botella's presentation in Buenos Aires (who hasn't?). Whatever we may think over here I believe the opinion abroad is always worth reading. This is what TIME magazine has published about the notorious mayor of Madrid. Just take a look at the other mayors on that particular list... Scary, isn't it? Anyhow, the vocabulary is truly interesting.

I know, I know... I've been away on vacation. So to speak... Anyway, I think the word is busy. I've been reaaaaaaaaaally busy. So... I was thinking it might be interesting to just refresh our memory and go over that oral test I gave my intermediate groups the other day. It was designed to put them under some pressure and make them realize how much you've learnt. Here are some of the expressions you are expected to know:

1. borde del precipicio
2. bostezar
3. prenda
4. hacer "zapping"
5. deshacerse de algo
6. pinchazo
7. jugar por dinero
8. pasmado
9. "pillar" una indirecta
10. decídete

Did you have difficulty trying to remember that vocabulary? Are you a self-satisfied C1 student who couldn´t think of three of the above terms?  The following quiz might be a either humbling experience or a stimulating challenge that may help you learn a bit more.

1. what do you call someone that cheats?
2. what nationality is a person born in Antigua and Barbuda?
3. what verb describes the sound of crows?
4. what does PMS stand for?
5. what is a mite?
6. what does someone do when they are giddy?
7. can you think of a synonym for dismal?
8. what day of the calendar is boxing day?
9. how many days in a fortnight?
10. amongst adults, is the expression name calling appropriate to refer to the act of insulting?