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B2 Upper Intermediate English 6:21 1,032 words Educational

Why do we have grass lawns?

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This video investigates why grass lawns became the standard in American suburban culture, tracing their origins from 18th-century European estates to post-war suburban developments. Learners will pick up vocabulary related to gardening, environmental sustainability, and cultural history, including terms like turf grass, fertilize, herbicide, and drought-tolerant landscaping. The video also presents eco-friendly lawn alternatives, making it great for practicing language around environmental issues, resource consumption, and the American cultural landscape.

Learning Stats

B2

CEFR Level

1,032

Total Words

436

Unique Words

6/10

Difficulty

Vocabulary Diversity 42%

Key Vocabulary (12)

you A1 pronoun

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

people A1 noun

People refers to a group of human beings or the general public. It is the standard plural form of the word 'person'.

water A1 noun

H2O liquid

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