Understanding Social Networking

What is Social Networking?

Social networking websites, like Facebook and Twitter, are online platforms where people can connect with friends and family. They can share updates, photos, videos, and opinions. Many people use these sites on their mobile phones when they are out and about.

Example:

  • Facebook: You can post a photo from a party and tag your friends.
  • Twitter: You can share your thoughts about a movie you just watched.

Why is it Popular?

Social networking helps people stay in touch, organise events, and communicate easily. It is a great way to share experiences and stay connected with others, no matter where they are.

Understanding Pubs and Night Clubs

What are Pubs?

Pubs, or public houses, are important places in UK culture. They serve as social meeting points for friends and communities. Many towns and cities have a local pub where people gather.

Social Activities in Pubs:

  • Pub Quizzes: Trivia games where teams answer questions.
  • Traditional Games: Games like pool and darts are often played in pubs.

Alcohol Rules:

  • To buy alcohol in a pub or night club, you must be 18 or older.
  • People under 18 can enter some pubs if they are with an adult.
  • At 16, you can drink wine or beer with a meal in a restaurant or pub if with someone over 18.

Opening Hours:

  • Pubs: Usually open from 11:00 am (12 noon on Sundays).
  • Night Clubs: Open later than pubs and often have dancing and music.

Questions for Understanding

Easy Level Questions

  1. What is one popular social networking site?
    • A) Facebook
    • B) Bank
    • C) Library
    • D) School
  2. How do people usually use social networking?
    • A) To go shopping
    • B) To stay in touch with friends
    • C) To learn math
    • D) To watch TV
  3. What is a common activity in pubs?
    • A) Swimming
    • B) Pub quizzes
    • C) Studying
    • D) Gardening
  4. What age must you be to buy alcohol in a pub?
    • A) 12
    • B) 16
    • C) 18
    • D) 21
  5. Can people under 18 enter pubs?
    • A) Yes, with an adult
    • B) No, never
    • C) Yes, anytime
    • D) Only on weekends
  6. What do people share on social networking sites?
    • A) Money
    • B) Photos and opinions
    • C) Food
    • D) Books
  7. What is a local pub?
    • A) A grocery store
    • B) A restaurant for tourists
    • C) A pub in your community
    • D) A school canteen
  8. At what age can you drink with a meal in a restaurant?
    • A) 14
    • B) 15
    • C) 16
    • D) 18
  9. What is a popular game played in pubs?
    • A) Chess
    • B) Darts
    • C) Soccer
    • D) Tennis
  10. When do pubs usually open during the day?
    • A) 8:00 am
    • B) 11:00 am
    • C) 3:00 pm
    • D) 6:00 pm

Medium Level Questions

  1. What type of events do people organise using social networking?
    • A) Job interviews
    • B) Social events
    • C) School classes
    • D) Cooking shows
  2. Why are pubs considered a focal point in communities?
    • A) They serve food only
    • B) They have games and events
    • C) They are expensive
    • D) They close early
  3. What type of quiz is commonly held in pubs?
    • A) Math quiz
    • B) History quiz
    • C) Pub quiz
    • D) Science quiz
  4. What is the legal age to drink alcohol in a pub?
    • A) 16
    • B) 17
    • C) 18
    • D) 19
  5. What do you need to do to enter a pub if you are under 18?
    • A) Bring a friend
    • B) Bring an adult
    • C) Show a pass
    • D) Have a meal
  6. What do night clubs usually have?
    • A) Quiet reading areas
    • B) Dancing and music
    • C) Libraries
    • D) Swimming pools
  7. How often do most communities have a local pub?
    • A) Once a month
    • B) At least one
    • C) Only in summer
    • D) Only for tourists
  8. What is the typical opening time for pubs on Sundays?
    • A) 10:00 am
    • B) 11:00 am
    • C) 12:00 noon
    • D) 1:00 pm
  9. Which is NOT a traditional pub game?
    • A) Darts
    • B) Pool
    • C) Monopoly
    • D) Cards
  10. What is a common use of mobile phones in social networking?
    • A) Making calls
    • B) Sending emails
    • C) Posting updates
    • D) Playing games

Hard Level Questions

  1. What is the primary reason people use social networking sites?
    • A) To shop online
    • B) To stay connected socially
    • C) To do homework
    • D) To watch movies
  2. Which of the following can you do in a pub?
    • A) Rent a room
    • B) Buy groceries
    • C) Play pool
    • D) Go to a library
  3. When can someone under 18 drink alcohol in a pub?
    • A) Anytime
    • B) Only with a meal
    • C) Only with friends
    • D) Never
  4. What is a defining feature of night clubs compared to pubs?
    • A) They serve food
    • B) They have dancing
    • C) They are quieter
    • D) They close earlier
  5. In which of these places can 16-year-olds drink alcohol?
    • A) A pub
    • B) A friend’s house
    • C) A hotel restaurant
    • D) A school cafeteria
  6. Which of the following is a common reason for visiting a pub?
    • A) Buying clothes
    • B) Socialising with friends
    • C) Studying for exams
    • D) Attending a lecture
  7. How do pubs contribute to community life?
    • A) By providing a place for social gatherings
    • B) By selling only food
    • C) By only serving alcohol
    • D) By being a quiet place
  8. Which of these is true about pub quizzes?
    • A) They are played alone
    • B) They are team-based
    • C) They have no questions
    • D) They are only for kids
  9. What is an important aspect of the opening hours of pubs and night clubs?
    • A) They are always the same
    • B) They are decided by the licensee
    • C) They are closed on weekends
    • D) They vary by season
  10. Why do many people prefer using mobile phones for social networking?
    • A) It is more expensive
    • B) It is convenient and easy
    • C) It has more advertisements
    • D) It requires a computer

Answers

Easy Level Answers

  1. A) Facebook
  2. B) To stay in touch with friends
  3. B) Pub quizzes
  4. C) 18
  5. A) Yes, with an adult
  6. B) Photos and opinions
  7. C) A pub in your community
  8. C) 16
  9. B) Darts
  10. B) 11:00 am

Medium Level Answers

  1. B) Social events
  2. B) They have games and events
  3. C) Pub quiz
  4. C) 18
  5. B) Bring an adult
  6. B) Dancing and music
  7. B) At least one
  8. C) 12:00 noon
  9. C) Monopoly
  10. C) Posting updates

Hard Level Answers

  1. B) To stay connected socially
  2. C) Play pool
  3. B) Only with a meal
  4. B) They have dancing
  5. C) A hotel restaurant
  6. B) Socialising with friends
  7. A) By providing a place for social gatherings
  8. B) They are team-based
  9. B) They are decided by the licensee
  10. B) It is convenient and easy