Books
writing that is about real events and facts, rather than stories that have been invented
non-fiction
Make a wish and _________ .
blow out the candles
a painting or sculpture of high artistic quality
a work of art
Greater investment in ________ would keep more cars off the roads.
a type of farm in which animals are kept inside small spaces and are fed special food so that a large amount of meat, milk, etc, is produced as quickly and cheaply as possible
factory farm
My favourite author is going to have a ________ event for her new book.
book signing
a secretly planned party for someone who is not told about it until they arrive
surprise party
to photograph someone or something
take pictures
far away from any towns and cities and where few people live
middle of nowhere
a person or business that is only good at doing one thing
one-trick pony
Whilst he lived, the singer guarded his privacy; his personal life remained a _______ until after his death.
closed book
a party to celebrate someone's birthday
birthday party
to be able to do something very well because you have done it so many times
have something down to a fine art
The high-rise and high density buildings are derided as a ___________ .
concrete jungle
If someone stops taking a drug ______ , they stop in a sudden way that produces an unpleasant state
cold turkey
If someone is not pleased with you then you are in their ____________ .
bad books
Your uncles, aunts and grandparents are your ______ .
extended family members
drawings, paintings and sculptures that are admired for their beauty and have no practical use
fine art
to gradually become an adult
grow up
someone who feels uncomfortable in a new situation
a fish out of water
If someone is pleased with you then you are in their __________ .
good books
someone who enjoys parties very much and goes to as many as possible
party animal
You often need to keep an ________ when it comes to modern art.
open mind
someone who lives in a city and does not know what life outside a city is like
city slicker
a person with a pleasant and friendly appearance that hides the fact that they are evil
a wolf in sheep's clothing