Unlock 1 -Unit 5 – Jobs – RW – Vocabulary 1
The vocabulary introduced here is from the “Unlock 1” Reading and Writing book. Specifically, it comes from the unit 5 (Jobs) and it is the first vocabulary set.
Copper Definition: A soft, red-brown metal.
- The statue was made of copper and had a shiny, reddish color.
- She bought a copper bracelet because it looked pretty and unique.
- They used copper to make pipes for the house’s water system.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Copper on Youglish
Mine Definition: A hole in the ground where people get gold, salt, etc.
- Workers go deep into the mine to find gold and silver.
- The mine was full of salt that was dug out for cooking.
- He visited an old mine to learn how metals are collected.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Mine on Youglish
Produce Definition: To make or grow something.
- The farm produces fresh apples and pears every autumn.
- She learned to produce her own bread by baking it at home.
- This factory produces cars that are sold all over the world.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Produce on Youglish
Wire Definition: A long, very thin piece of metal.
- The electrician used a wire to connect the light to the switch.
- She twisted a wire into a circle to make a simple necklace.
- The fence was made with strong wires to keep animals out.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Wire on Youglish
Dig Definition: To make a hole in the ground.
- He used a shovel to dig a hole for planting a tree.
- The dog loves to dig in the garden to find bones.
- They had to dig deep in the sand to find water.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Dig on Youglish
Giant Definition: Very big.
- The giant tree in the park was taller than all the houses.
- She saw a giant whale swimming in the ocean during her trip.
- He bought a giant pizza to share with all his friends.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Giant on Youglish
Fit Definition: In good health, especially because of regular physical exercise.
- She stays fit by running in the park every morning.
- He feels fit because he exercises at the gym three times a week.
- The fit athlete won the race easily because of her training.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Fit on Youglish
Hospital Definition: A place where sick or injured people go to be treated by doctors and nurses.
- The hospital was busy with doctors helping sick people all day.
- She visited her friend in the hospital after he broke his leg.
- The hospital has new machines to check people’s health.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Hospital on Youglish
Medicine Definition: A substance used to treat illness or injury.
- The doctor gave her medicine to make her fever go away.
- He takes medicine every day to help his sore throat.
- The pharmacy sells medicine for colds and other illnesses.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Medicine on Youglish
Pilot Definition: A person who operates the controls of an aircraft.
- The pilot flew the plane safely through the stormy weather.
- She wants to be a pilot and learn to fly big airplanes.
- The pilot checked the controls before taking off into the sky.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Pilot on Youglish
Pay Definition: To give money in exchange for something.
- She will pay for the book with the money she saved.
- He pays the shop every week for fresh bread and milk.
- They paid for their tickets to visit the zoo.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Pay on Youglish
Friendly Definition: Kind, pleasant, and supportive.
- The friendly teacher smiled and helped the students with their work.
- She met a friendly dog that wagged its tail and played with her.
- The shopkeeper was so friendly that everyone loved visiting his store.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Friendly on Youglish
Nurse Definition: A person trained to care for the sick or injured, especially in a hospital.
- The nurse checked the patient’s temperature and gave him medicine.
- She wants to be a nurse to help people feel better.
- The nurse was kind and made the children feel safe in the hospital.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Nurse on Youglish
Healthy Definition: In good physical or mental condition.
- Eating fruits and vegetables helps you stay healthy and strong.
- He feels healthy because he exercises and sleeps well every day.
- The doctor said she is healthy after checking her heart and lungs.
- Real World Use Case: 🔗 Healthy on Youglish
Interactive Vocabulary
Activity 1: Multiple Choice Quiz
Choose the correct definition for each word.
Vocabulary Activities
Here are some engaging vocabulary activities related to the words mentioned above. These activities will reinforce the vocabulary you’ve just taught your students.
Matching – Vocabulary Quiz
In this activity, the students will match the words with their respective definitions.
Word Search – Find the hidden words in a letter Grid
In this activity, the students will search for the words that the teacher has taught. The words are hidden in a letter grid.
Spin the Wheel – Find the word
In this game, the teacher will spin a wheel, and eventually, it will stop. When the wheel stops, the students will see the meaning of a specific word. Then, the teacher will ask one of the students to guess the word by carefully reading its definition. The teacher may ask the student to make a sentence for the word.
Unscramble the word or phrase – Vocabulary Quiz
In this activity, the students will move the letters around to put them in the right order and reveal a word or phrase. All these words are connected to the above vocabulary.
Open the box
In this fun activity, the teacher will choose one of the students to participate. First, that student will pick a number. Then, the teacher will click on the chosen number. What happens next? Well, the student will see the meaning of a word—a word related to the vocabulary the teacher has taught in class. Now comes the exciting part: the student needs to read the meaning and guess the word! If the guess is correct, the teacher might even ask the student to create a sentence using that word.
