Unit 5 - Types of Numbers, Describing a Town/City, Health and Body | English File Pre-Intermediate 4th Vocabulary Exercises and Flashcards

Unit 5, English File Pre-Intermediate 4th - Exercises and Flashcards

These exercises focus on Unit 5, English File Pre-Intermediate 4th

Vocabulary List for Unit 5

Describing a Town/City

castle (noun)
Definition: A large historic building often used as a fortress or residence for royalty.
Example: The castle overlooks the town and offers stunning views.
Explanation: Useful when describing historic or tourist attractions.
market (noun)
Definition: A place where people buy and sell goods, often outdoors.
Example: We bought fresh vegetables at the local market.
Explanation: Common term for discussing shopping locations in towns or cities.
polluted (adjective)
Definition: Contaminated by harmful substances, such as smoke or chemicals.
Example: The river is heavily polluted due to factory waste.
Explanation: Helps describe environmental conditions.
statue (noun)
Definition: A sculpture representing a person or animal.
Example: The town square features a statue of the city’s founder.
Explanation: Common in describing landmarks.

Health and Body

blood (noun)
Definition: The red fluid that circulates in the body, carrying oxygen and nutrients.
Example: The doctor checked my blood pressure during the appointment.
Explanation: Vital for discussing health and medical situations.
heart (noun)
Definition: The organ that pumps blood throughout the body.
Example: Regular exercise keeps your heart healthy.
Explanation: Fundamental when discussing health and fitness.
muscle (noun)
Definition: Tissue in the body that contracts to produce movement.
Example: He strained a muscle while lifting weights.
Explanation: Important for talking about physical strength or injuries.

Other Key Phrases

at least (phrase)
Definition: No less than a certain amount or number.
Example: You need at least two hours to explore the museum.
Explanation: Useful when specifying minimum amounts or requirements.
between (preposition)
Definition: In the space separating two points, things, or times.
Example: The library is located between the bank and the park.
Explanation: Essential for giving directions.
Do you want to try them on? (phrase)
Definition: A question asked when offering someone the chance to test clothes for fit.
Example: Do you want to try them on before you buy them?
Explanation: Helpful in shopping scenarios.

Illustration of Unit 5 - Types of Numbers, Describing a Town/City, Health and Body

Wordlist for Unit 5, English File Pre-Intermediate 4th

Word	Example
boring	The new part of town is quite boring.
castle	The castle is in the centre of the old town.
cathedral	The cathedral is very popular with tourists.
church	The church has beautiful colourful windows.
clean	The river is very clean and there are a lot of fish in it.
crowded	There were people everywhere. It was really crowded.
dangerous	It can be dangerous at night, so walk with someone else.
department store	You can find everything you want in the department store.
empty	Many of the shops are empty. Nobody has any money.
exciting	The city is exciting. There is so much to do.
interesting	The museum was very interesting. I want to go again.
market	The market sells great fresh fish.
modern	The building is very modern and everything else is old. It looks strange.
mosque	The mosque is the biggest in Europe.
museum	I like the national museum the best. You learn so much about the country.
noisy	All the cars make it very noisy.
old	There are so many beautiful old buildings.
palace	The royal family lived in the palace.
polluted	The factories and cars make it very polluted.
quiet	It's a small town and quite quiet.
safe	It's very safe. There is never any trouble.
shopping centre (mall)	The shopping centre has over 200 shops.
statue	There is a statue of the king in the square.
temple	The temple is visited by many religious tourists.
town hall	The local government meet in the town hall.
bridge	Take a photo of the old bridge over the river.
canal	This canal used to be very busy.
city walls	There's a great view from the city walls.
harbour	Look at the ships in the harbour.
hill	Let's go up the hill and look down on the city.
historic	This is a historic town. It's over 700 years old.
lake	We can sail a boat on the lake.
ruins	These are the ruins of the old castle.
synagogue	This synagogue is 300 years old.
about	I think there are about 50 people here.
at least	How much do you think it costs? - At least £100. Maybe more.
between	Between thirty and fifty people get my bus every morning.
Do you have the receipt?	I can give you a refund. Do you have the receipt?
Do you have these in an eight?	These are too small. Do you have these in an eight?
Do you take MasterCard?	I'm ready to pay. Do you take MasterCard?
Do you want to try them on?	Here are the size four trainers. Do you want to try them on?
I'll go and check.	Do you have any in size five? - I'll go and check.
I'm afraid they're too small.	I'm afraid they're too small. Do you have a bigger size?
Is there a problem?	Is there a problem? - I'm afraid they're too small for me.
Just a moment.	Just a moment. I'll go and check.
You can have a refund.	You can have a refund. Do you have your receipt, please?
Can we make it a bit later?	That's very early. Can we make it a bit later?
Have you had a good day?	Have you had a good day? - Yes, not bad, thanks.
Let's make it seven fifteen.	Shall we meet at seven? - Let's make it seven fifteen.
Oh, you know…	How was your day? - Oh, you know . Nothing special.
Why don't you come with me?	Why don't you come with me to the match? You'll enjoy it.
blood	I've cut my finger! Look at the blood.
bone	You should drink milk to make your bones strong.
heart	Exercise is good for the heart.
liver	Doctors think this can cause liver disease.
muscle	I go to the gym to get stronger muscles.
teeth	Don't drink too much fruit juice - it's bad for your teeth.

FAQ

What’s the difference between a “castle” and a “palace”?

A castle is a fortified building often used for defense, while a palace is a grand residence for royalty or high officials, designed for comfort rather than defense.

How can I remember health-related vocabulary?

Visualize the body parts or associate them with actions. For instance, think of the heart as related to exercise or love, and muscles as connected to movement and strength.

What are common ways to describe a polluted city?

Use words like dirty, smoky, overcrowded, or phrases such as “the air is hard to breathe” to describe environmental issues.

How do I give directions using “between”?

Start by mentioning the landmarks on either side, for example: “The museum is between the school and the park.” Use clear points of reference.