VIP Class Notes (Raph)

Vocabulary

In a Nutshell (n): 1- using as few words as possible or giving the simplest explanation.
E.g.: Well, to put it in a nutshell, we’re lost.

Crash Course (n): 1- a course that teaches you a lot of basic facts in a very short time:
E.g.: I did/took a crash course in French before my trip to Paris.

Procrastination (n): 1- the act of delaying something that must be done, often because it is unpleasant or boring. (v: Procrastinate)
E.g.: This is no time for procrastination – we need decisive action.
E.g.: I know I’ve got to deal with the problem at some point – I’m just procrastinating.

Moralist (n): 1- a person who tries to force or teach other people to behave in ways he or she considers to be most correct.
E.g.: Don’t be such a moralist! I’m just living my life the way I want.

Pronunciation

Orange: /ˈɔːr.ɪndʒ/

Shopping: /ˈʃɑː.pɪŋ/

Shoulder: /ˈʃoʊl.dɚ/

Procrastination: /proʊˌkræs.tɪˈneɪ.ʃən/


Vox
www.vox.com
www.youtube.com/channel/UCLXo7UDZvByw2ixzpQCufnA

Crash Course: 
www.youtube.com/channel/UCX6b17PVsYBQ0ip5gyeme-Q

Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator – TED
www.youtube.com/watch?v=arj7oStGLkU