Unit 4 - Housework, Make or Do, Shopping, Adjectives -ed and -ing | English File Pre-Intermediate 4th Vocabulary Exercises and Flashcards

Unit 4, English File Pre-Intermediate 4th - Exercises and Flashcards

These exercises focus on Unit 4, English File Pre-Intermediate 4th

Vocabulary List for Unit 4

Housework

clean the floor (verb phrase)
Definition: To remove dirt or dust from the floor.
Example: I clean the floor every Saturday morning.
Explanation: A common household chore.
do the ironing (verb phrase)
Definition: To press clothes to remove wrinkles using an iron.
Example: She always does the ironing on Sundays.
Explanation: Important when talking about housework routines.
take out the rubbish (verb phrase)
Definition: To remove waste from the house and put it in a bin outside.
Example: He takes out the rubbish every evening.
Explanation: A regular household task.

Make or Do

make a mistake (verb phrase)
Definition: To do something incorrectly.
Example: I made a mistake in my calculations.
Explanation: Highlights actions with consequences.
do housework (verb phrase)
Definition: To complete chores like cleaning and tidying.
Example: He does housework every Saturday morning.
Explanation: Refers to general home maintenance.
make lunch (verb phrase)
Definition: To prepare a midday meal.
Example: I always make lunch for my family on weekends.
Explanation: Used for preparing food.

Shopping

receipt (noun)
Definition: A printed or written proof of payment.
Example: Don’t forget to keep your receipt for returns.
Explanation: Essential for shopping transactions.
try on (verb phrase)
Definition: To put on clothes to see if they fit before buying them.
Example: She tried on three dresses before choosing one.
Explanation: Common during shopping trips.
take back (verb phrase)
Definition: To return an item to a shop.
Example: I need to take back this shirt because it’s too small.
Explanation: Important for handling returns.

Adjectives (-ed and -ing)

bored (adjective)
Definition: Feeling uninterested or tired.
Example: She was bored during the long meeting.
Explanation: Describes personal feelings.
exciting (adjective)
Definition: Causing enthusiasm or interest.
Example: The trip to the amusement park was exciting.
Explanation: Describes something that creates feelings of excitement.
relaxing (adjective)
Definition: Making someone feel calm and at ease.
Example: Listening to music is very relaxing after a long day.
Explanation: Describes an activity or situation that helps someone unwind.

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

Word	Example
clean the floor	I need to clean the floor. It's very dirty.
clear the table	We need to clear the table then do the washing up.
do a course	I am going to do a course to improve my IT skills.
do an exam / an exercise / homework	I'd love to go to the cinema, but I have to stay in and do homework.
do housework	I usually do housework every Sunday.
do sport / exercises	I don't do sport, but I do go to the gym every week.
do the ironing	I've got to do the ironing. I have lots of shirts to iron.
do the shopping	We do the shopping together.
do the washing	I do the washing on Mondays.
do the washing up	We don't do the washing up. We have a dishwasher.
lay the table	Can you please lay the table for dinner?
make a mistake	Try not to make a mistake.
make a noise	Your brother is sleeping – try not to make a noise.
make a phone call	Can I use the phone? I need to make a phone call.
make friends	It can take a while to make friends when you move to a new town.
make lunch	I don't make lunch. I buy it.
make plans	We'll make plans to get a new kitchen soon.
make the bed	I make the beds when everyone has left the house.
pick up dirty clothes	They never pick up dirty clothes or wet towels from the floor.
put away your clothes	Can you put away your clothes ? Your room is a mess.
take out the rubbish	I take out the rubbish on Wednesday.
tidy your room	Can you tidy your room please?
dust the furniture	Can you dust the furniture, please?
load the dishwasher	You cooked dinner. I'll load the dishwasher.
make an excuse	I don't want to go - I'll make an excuse.
account	I have an account at the bank.
auction	What did you buy at the auction?
basket	Do we need a trolley or a basket?
changing rooms	Where are the changing rooms? I want to try this on.
checkout	I got to the checkout and then I realised I didn't have enough money.
customer	Have you ever had an angry customer in your shop?
delivery	When is the delivery coming?
fit	These shoes don't fit. They're too big.
item	There is one item you don't need.
payment	How much is the payment?
receipt	I didn't have the receipt so I couldn't take the jumper back.
shop assistant	Have you ever had an argument with a shop assistant?
size	What size do you need? Medium or large?
suit	That top doesn't suit me. It's the wrong colour.
take back	I wanted to take back the jumper, but I didn't have the receipt.
trolley	I need to buy a lot. Get me a trolley, please.
try on	I'm going to the changing rooms to try on this shirt.
website	I know a great website for shopping online.
credit card	Can I take your credit card details?
debit card	Can I pay by debit card?
sales	Are you going to the sales? The shops are open until late.
shelf	The shelves are almost empty. Lots of people went shopping here today.
till	Please pay at the till.
bored	I'm bored. I don't know what to do.
boring	This book is so boring. I don't want to read it any more.
depressed	I feel depressed when the weather is cold and wet.
depressing	This weather is very depressing.
excited	Are you excited about the new film?
exciting	That was an exciting day.
frightened	I'm frightened of snakes.
frightening	Snakes are frightening.
interested	I'm interested in history.
interesting	History is always interesting.
relaxed	My cat looks so relaxed.
relaxing	I think that going to the beach is relaxing.

FAQ

What’s the difference between "make" and "do"?

Use "make" for creating or producing something (e.g., "make lunch," "make plans").
Use "do" for activities or tasks (e.g., "do housework," "do the shopping").

How can I remember when to use "-ed" and "-ing" adjectives?

Use "-ed" adjectives to describe how someone feels (e.g., "I’m bored").
Use "-ing" adjectives to describe the cause of the feeling (e.g., "The movie was boring").

How do I know my clothing size when shopping?

Check the shop’s size chart, and if unsure, ask the shop assistant or try on the item to ensure it fits.

Why is it important to keep a receipt?

Receipts are necessary for returning items, verifying purchases, or claiming warranties. Always keep them until you're sure you won’t need a refund or exchange.