7.3.4 - Little/A little
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Practice Questions
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Fill in the blank: 'I have ___ interest in this topic.'
💡 Hint: Think of a word that suggests not much interest.
Fill in the blank: 'There is ___ coffee left in the pot.'
💡 Hint: Consider how to indicate there is some coffee left.
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What does 'little' imply when used with uncountable nouns?
💡 Hint: Think about the connotation of 'little'.
True or False: 'A little' has a negative connotation.
💡 Hint: Consider how 'a little' changes the meaning compared to 'little'.
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Create a dialogue using both 'little' and 'a little' to describe a person's emotions about their progress.
💡 Hint: Think about how emotions can be expressed regarding scarcity and sufficiency.
Explain a situation where using 'little' caused a misunderstanding in communication. How would using 'a little' have changed that?
💡 Hint: Reflect on your experiences to create this scenario.
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