VOCABULARY REVISION
1 Read a text and fill in the blanks using the correct words.
Growing up in a big family isn’t always easy, but it can be a wonderful experience. I have three (1) siblings, and even though we argue sometimes, we’re very close. When we were younger, we used to fight a lot, but now that we’re older and more (2) mature, we’ve learned how to communicate better.
My parents always try to find a (3) suitable way to solve conflicts at home. They say that everyone should express their opinion, but also show the (4) will to agree when a compromise is needed.
Of course, life at home isn’t perfect. My dad often says that teenagers can (5) give their parents a hard time, especially when it comes to following rules or doing chores. But he also admits that it’s part of growing up.
The good thing is that arguments don’t last long — we usually make up (6) in no time, and everything goes back to normal.
2 Read each sentence and choose the correct word.
1) My little brother never changes his opinion, even when he’s wrong — he’s really stubborn.
2) Our teacher is quite strict — she doesn’t let anyone use their phone in class.
3) Don’t be so negative! Try to see the bright side of things.
4) You can always count on Emma to make you smile; she’s such a cheerful person.
5) I wouldn’t ask Jake to bring the tickets — he’s so unreliable, he’d probably forget them.
6) That was very generous of you to donate your old clothes to charity.
7) Maria is extremely intelligent — she always gets top marks on her exams.
3 Unscramble and write the words.
1 dbydu — buddy
2 qacauiatennc — acquaintance
3 epre — peer
4 rok-owerc — co-worker
5 hdaetacher — headteacher
6 eupsisvor — supervisor
7 in-wasl — in-laws
8 psethtreaf — stepfather