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B2 Upper Intermediate English 5:07 675 words Educational

How one of the world’s richest companies rose to power - Shantel George

TED-Ed · 391,864 views · Added 5 months ago

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This TED-Ed video traces the fascinating history of the kola nut, from its sacred role in West African culture to its use in Coca-Cola's original recipe and the transatlantic slave trade. Learners will build advanced vocabulary related to history, colonialism, and global trade, including terms like 'desalination,' 'transatlantic slavery,' 'cultural preservation,' and 'trade secret.' The richly layered narrative is ideal for B2 learners developing academic listening skills.

Learning Stats

B2

CEFR Level

675

Total Words

366

Unique Words

6/10

Difficulty

Vocabulary Diversity 54%

Key Vocabulary (24)

kola B1 noun

The kola nut is the caffeine-rich seed of the kola tree, native to the tropical rainforests of Africa. It is traditionally chewed as a stimulant and was a key ingredient in the original recipes for cola soft drinks.

nut A1 noun

A nut is a dry fruit consisting of an edible kernel inside a hard or tough shell. They are common snacks and ingredients in many types of cooking and baking.

century A1 noun

A century is a period of 100 years. It is a common unit of time used to group historical events and long durations.

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Grammar in This Video

Can: Expressing Present Ability A1

"Kola nuts can contain up to 2.5% caffeine"
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