Vocabulary Builder
This adjective describes a person who is very social and enjoys the company of others.
Extroverted or outgoing
Choose the correct article: "I saw ___ amazing movie yesterday."
An
American: Apartment
British: ...
Flat
This is Australia's most famous landmark in Sydney, which resembles a sailboat or sea shells and is one of the world's most famous opera houses.
Sydney Opera House
This British monarch reigned for a record-breaking 70 years until her death in 2022, celebrating Silver, Gold, Diamond, and Platinum Jubilees during her time on the throne.
Queen Elizabeth II
This verb means to have confidence in someone or something, or to depend on them; it is usually followed by the preposition "on."
Rely
The correct tense for: "She ___ (study) for her exams right now."
Is studying
American: Cookie
British: ...
Biscuit
This country's flag features the Union Jack in the top left corner, while the rest of the flag displays five white stars representing the Southern Cross constellation.
Australia
Nicknamed "King James," this U.S. basketball star surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in 2023 to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer.
LeBron James
This word describes a person who is very committed and refuses to give up on their goals, even when it's difficult.
Determined
The correct form for: "If it ___ (rain) tomorrow, we will stay at home."
Rains
American: Vacation
British: ...
Holiday
This holiday of Irish origin is celebrated worldwide on March 17th with parades and green clothing to honor Ireland's patron saint.
St. Patrick's Day
This theoretical physicist and author of "A Brief History of Time" is considered one of the world's greatest thinkers, despite spending most of his life in a wheelchair due to ALS.
Stephen Hawking
This adjective describes a topic, person, or decision that causes a lot of public disagreement, argument, or debate. It starts with the letter "C."
Controversial
Use Present Perfect: "I ___ (live) in this city since 2014."
Have lived
American: Sidewalk
British: ...
Pavement
The flag of this U.S. city features three red stars and two red stripes, and it is home to iconic symbol like the White House.
Washington D.C.
This author created Harry Potter, one of the world's most famous wizards, and has sold over 600 million copies of her books.
J.K. Rowling
This adjective describes something that is impossible to doubt or question (solid evidence); it is a synonym for "undeniable."
Indisputable
Complete this sentence, with the correct verb forms (3rd Conditional): "If I ___ (know) you were coming, I ___ (bake) a cake."
Had known; would have baked
American: Trunk
British: ...
Boot
This traditional Maori ceremonial dance from New Zealand is known for its intimidating facial expressions and rhythmic foot stomping, and is performed by the national rugby team before every match.
Haka
This 35th U.S. President was the youngest person ever elected to the office and famously challenged the nation to "ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country."
John F. Kennedy (or JFK)