"Fu
n Facts to Share before Class" – Learning English in a Unique Way
As we step into the world of learning, our focus mostly remains on the subject and the lessons related to it. Engaging and informative, these lessons are necessary for our academic growth. But what about adding a little fun to the learning process? Yes, you heard it right! A small period to learn some fun and unique facts can kickstart your day on a good note. So, here is a list of cold, interesting facts to share with your classmates and teachers in English.
1) Did you know that cats can make around 100 different sounds? From meowing to purring, growling to hissing, and chirping to grunting, cats have a wide range of sounds that they use to communicate.
2) The shortest war ever recorded in history lasted for only 38 minutes. The Anglo-Zanzibar War started on August 27, 1896, and concluded at 9:02 am on the same day, when the British forces blasted the Sultan's palace with heavy artillery.
3) Humans share 50% of their DNA with bananas. This is because both humans and bananas share fundamental cellular structures.
4) Ever heard of the expression "butterflies in the stomach"? The feeling of having butterflies in the stomach is real! It happens due to the body's "fight or flight" response, which activates adrenaline, quickening the heartbeat and sending blood flow to major organs.
5) In Australia, there is a pink lake called Lake Hillier that remains pink throughout the year. The lake gets its color from the pigment produced by a unique type of microalgae.
6) A group of flamingos is called a flamboyance. These distinctive birds are well-known for their bright pink feathers and long, thin legs.
7) The tallest mountain in our solar system is Olympus Mons, which is located on planet Mars. It measures 22km in height, which is almost three times the height of Mount Everest.
8) The longest English word with one vowel is "strengths," which has nine letters and only one vowel.
9) Did you ever think about how many languages are spoken worldwide? According to Ethnologue, there are around 7,117 languages spoken globally, out of which around 23 are spoken by more than half of the global population.
10) The famous fictional detective, Sherlock Holmes, never said the famous phrase, "Elementary, my dear Watson," in any of the original stories by Arthur Conan Doyle.
Wrapping Up
Learning should be fun and exciting, filled with informative and cool facts. Including a small section of cold knowledge in English class is one way to break the monotony and keep things interesting. So, why not add a little fun to the learning process and share these unique facts with your classmates and teachers?
