Answers to our Twitter Quiz:
There are a few grammar, spelling and vocabulary differences a UK or USA? and what is the equivalent?
1)apartment = USA/ flat = UK
2)diaper = USA/ nappy = UK
3)lift = UK/elevator = USA
4)bloke = UK/guy = USA
5)pram = UK/stroller = USA
6)bathroom = USA/ toilet or loo = UK
7)argument = USA/ row = UK
8)band-aid = USA/ plaster = UK
9)jelly = UK/ Jell-o = USA
10)trousers = UK/ Pants = USA
Now guess the word, give the USA and UK word:
What is a ticket for two journeys: out and back called? – UK – Return USA – round trip
What is flavoured ice on a stick called? – UK – ice-lolly – USA – popsicle
What is an arthropod with six legs called? UK – insect – USA – bug
What is a self contained section of television called? UK – programme – USA – show
What is a type of house connected to one other called? UK – semi-detached – USA – duplex
What is a contest between two teams called? – UK – match – USA – game
What is a group of people waiting for their turn called? – UK – queue – USA – line
What is a multi-lane road for cars called? – UK – motorway – USA – highway
What is payment in a restaurant called? – UK – bill – USA – cheque
What was there was before email? – UK – post – USA – mail