In this post, we delve into the well-known proverb ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away’ and discuss the health benefits of apples. The information is based on a 6-minute English programme from BBC Learning English.
Today’s movie
6 Minute English from BBC Learning English
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5siHrpPnmw
Listening Quiz
Let’s start with a quiz to test your understanding of the video.
Q1: What does the proverb ‘Actions speak louder than words’ mean?
Q2: What does the proverb ‘Don’t judge a book by its cover’ advise?
Q3: What does ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away’ mean?
Q4: What is the name of a real type of English apple?
Q5: Why does Dr. Mosley consider apples as a healthy snack?
Vocabulary
Now, let’s review some of the key vocabulary from the video.
Proverb
A short sentence or expression giving some well-known, traditional advice.
The proverb ‘Actions speak louder than words’ means that what people do is more important than what they say.
The proverb ‘Actions speak louder than words’ means that what people do is more important than what they say.
Peckish
A little bit hungry.
Dr Mosley wanted something to eat because he was peckish.
Dr Mosley wanted something to eat because he was peckish.
Exotic
Something which is unusual and exciting, often because it comes from a far away place.
He chose an apple instead of exotic superfoods like blueberries or a banana smoothie.
He chose an apple instead of exotic superfoods like blueberries or a banana smoothie.
Trim the waistline
To keep your body weight healthy with no extra fat around your waistline – the area of your body above the hips.
Apples improve blood flow, boost the brain, and trim the waistline.
Apples improve blood flow, boost the brain, and trim the waistline.
Versatile
Something which can be used for many purposes, or in many different ways.
Dr Mosley describes apples as versatile because they can be eaten in many ways.
Dr Mosley describes apples as versatile because they can be eaten in many ways.