Vocabulary 1
unfamiliar or different
strange
something bad that happens but was not intended
accident
I drove _____ the bridge.
over/across
My brother and I _______ chips. (is eating/are eating)
are eating
There are three important steps to riding a bike. I learned to ride a bike when I was 12. First, get on the bike. It's important to choose a bike that matches your height.
I learned to ride a bike when I was 12.
to take part in a race or competition; try to be more successful than somebody else
compete
a person who takes part in an activity
Participant
She walked ____ the library.
past
is
TIU is popular for its sports. The most well-known is Track and Field. Many strong track and field athletes represent TIU in various marathons across Japan. I wanted to join Track and Field but I was too busy with my studies.
I wanted to join Track and Field but I was too busy with my studies.
to happen
take place
healthy and strong
fit
They swam _____ the lake.
across/around
has
Driving a car is very easy. You can also ride a bike to school. First, you should get your driver's license. It can be expensive to go to a driving school, but it is a popular choice for many people because they ensure that you will get your license upon graduation. Second, choose the kind of car you want.
You can also ride a bike to school.
from a long time ago; very old
ancient
to take part in a competition
compete
He rode _____ the tunnel.
through
A lot of the team members and their coach ____ disappointed about losing the game. (was/were)
were
There are three important steps to remember for the TOEIC. First, you should eat a good breakfast. McDonald's serves breakfast until 10:30, so you can stop there if you don't have time to make something at home. I like McDonald's hamburgers at lunchtime. Second, you should make sure to go to the bathroom before the test starts.
I like McDonald's hamburgers at lunchtime.
an organized event where people try to win a prize
competition
difficult
challenging
They walked _____ the road.
along
The fastest one ____ the trophy. (wins/win)
wins
Getting to TIU from my house is easy. I love my house because it's really quiet. You go straight until you get to the station. However, you shouldn't take the train because it doesn't stop at TIU. Instead, you should walk past the station until you get to the bus stop. The bus will go directly to TIU.
I love my house because it's really quiet.