Unit 2 - Holidays, Prepositions of Time, Verb Phrases | English File Pre-Intermediate 4th Vocabulary Exercises and Flashcards

Unit 2, English File Pre-Intermediate 4th - Exercises

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Vocabulary List for Unit 2, English File Pre-Intermediate 4th

Holiday Vocabulary

beautiful (adjective)
Definition: Pleasing to look at or experience.
Example: The view from the mountain was absolutely beautiful.
Explanation: Use this word to describe stunning landscapes or enjoyable experiences.
book flights online (verb phrase)
Definition: Arrange air travel using the internet.
Example: We decided to book flights online because it was cheaper.
Explanation: Important for discussing travel arrangements.
go sightseeing (verb phrase)
Definition: Visit famous or interesting places as a tourist.
Example: On our trip to Rome, we went sightseeing every day.
Explanation: Helps describe typical travel activities.
rent an apartment (verb phrase)
Definition: Pay to use an apartment temporarily.
Example: We decided to rent an apartment instead of staying in a hotel.
Explanation: Useful for discussing accommodation options.
sunbathe (verb)
Definition: Sit or lie in the sun to enjoy its warmth or get a tan.
Example: She spent the afternoon sunbathing on the beach.
Explanation: Common activity during beach holidays.

Prepositions of Time

at (preposition)
Definition: Used to indicate a specific time or location.
Example: The train arrives at 10 a.m.
Explanation: Essential for precise time expressions.
in (preposition)
Definition: Used for longer periods or enclosed spaces.
Example: We went on holiday in July.
Explanation: Helps specify when events take place or where they happen.
on (preposition)
Definition: Used for specific days or dates.
Example: We left for our trip on Monday.
Explanation: Critical for describing dates.

Verb Phrases

drive along the high street (verb phrase)
Definition: Travel by car on the main street of a town.
Example: We drove along the high street looking for a parking spot.
Explanation: Useful for describing navigation and movement.
meet in a coffee bar (verb phrase)
Definition: Arrange to see someone at a coffee shop.
Example: We agreed to meet in a coffee bar to discuss our plans.
Explanation: Common social activity.
take somebody to a restaurant (verb phrase)
Definition: Invite and accompany someone to a restaurant.
Example: He took me to a fancy restaurant for dinner.
Explanation: Helps describe outings with others.

Wordlist for Unit 2, English File Pre-Intermediate 4th

Word	Example
basic	We stayed in hostels, which were basic but clean.
beautiful	For our last four days we went to Ko Chang, a beautiful island.
book flights online	I usually book flights online because it's cheaper than using a travel agent.
buy souvenirs	I buy souvenirs for my family when I'm on holiday.
cloudy	It was very cloudy with no sun at all.
comfortable	The hotel is really comfortable . I sleep well every night.
crowded	There were people everywhere. The streets were crowded.
dirty	We checked out of the hotel because the rooms were so dirty.
foggy	It was so foggy I couldn't see anything.
go abroad	I prefer to go abroad on holiday.
go away for the weekend	I like to go away for the weekend to the countryside.
go by car / bus / plane / train	I prefer to go by car because I don't like public transport.
go camping	I would rather go camping than stay in a hotel.
go for a walk	Where can you go for a walk near where you live?
go on holiday	Where did she go on holiday?
go out at night	Where do you go out at night?
go sightseeing	Two days do not give much time for sightseeing in Rome.
go skiing / walking / cycling	I often go on holiday in the winter to go skiing.
go swimming / sailing / surfing	I like to go swimming in the sea when I'm on holiday.
have a good time	How was the party? Did you have a good time?
helpful	Everyone was really friendly and helpful .
hire a bicycle / skis	I'll hire skis when I go on my skiing trip, as I don't have my own.
lovely	The weather was lovely and the beaches were wonderful.
luxurious	It's really expensive and luxurious.
noisy	I couldn't sleep because it was so noisy.
rent an apartment	We're going to rent an apartment in Budapest for a week.
spend money / time	My dad doesn't like to spend money, so he hates going on holiday.
stay in a hotel / at a campsite / with friends	I prefer to stay in a hotel when I go on holiday.
sunbathe	We sunbathe on the beach every day.
sunny	I like to go on holiday to sunny places.
take photos	We like to take photos of all our friends.
uncomfortable	The bed was really uncomfortable. I couldn't sleep.
unfriendly	The people were really unfriendly. I didn't like them at all.
unhelpful	The waiter was very unhelpful. He didn't explain any of the dishes.
windy	It was very windy. I lost my hat.
warm	Although it was November, it was a warm night.
awful	This sandwich is awful. I can't eat it.
fantastic	I love this city. It's a fantastic place to go on holiday.
horrible	We had a horrible time. It rained every day.
terrible	I had a terrible day. I want to go home and relax.
wonderful	That was a wonderful weekend. I enjoyed every minute.
at	I get home at 8 p.m. and I'm staying at home at the weekend.
in	I'll meet you in May in Paris. I'll see you in the museum in the morning.
on	I was on the bus on Tuesday and I left my bag on the floor.
be in a hurry	I'm in a hurry! Please let me go first.
drive along the high street	Drive along the high street and turn left.
give somebody your phone number	Would you give somebody your phone number if you didn't like them?
have a great time	Have a great time this weekend!
invite somebody to dinner	I'll invite somebody to dinner. It's fun to cook.
leave the club (very late)	She leaves the club very late most weekends.
meet in a coffee bar	They meet in a coffee bar.
play a song	He plays a song.
run across the road	He runs across the road.
take somebody to a restaurant	Will you take somebody to a restaurant for work, please?
wait for somebody	Do we have to wait for somebody?
across	I live very close to you - just across the street.
after	I'll meet you after class.
again	Shall we go out for coffee again next week?
along	Walk along the street. The college is at the end.
although	It was a nice holiday although the weather wasn't very good.
because	I liked it because everyone was very friendly.
birthday	What would you like to do on your birthday?
evening	Shall we go out for a meal this evening?
invite	Did you invite them to our party?
perfect	This is perfect. Thank you so much.
quickly	Finish that quickly. We've got lots to do!

FAQ

What’s the best way to use prepositions of time?

Remember:

Use "at" for specific times (e.g., at 5 p.m.).
Use "in" for months, years, and longer periods (e.g., in December, in 2023).
Use "on" for specific days or dates (e.g., on Monday, on Christmas Day).

How do I decide between “stay in a hotel” and “rent an apartment”?

Hotels are better for short stays with services included, while renting an apartment is often cheaper and more comfortable for longer stays or large groups.

How can I learn holiday-related phrases effectively?

Practice by planning a pretend trip, using phrases like "go sightseeing," "book flights online," and "rent an apartment" to describe your plans.

Why is “beautiful” a better word than “good” for describing places?

"Beautiful" provides a vivid, specific impression, while "good" is more general and less descriptive. Use "beautiful" for places that truly stand out visually.