Lesson 8A

a country located in North America that is bordered by the United States to the north

Mexico is known for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and rich history dating back to ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Maya.

a country in South Asia bordered by Iran, Afghanistan, and India

Pakistan is known for its diverse landscapes, ranging from mountains and deserts to lush plains.

a country in the southernmost part of the African continent that became independent in 1961

South Africa is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, including the iconic Table Mountain and Kruger National Park.

to make a person or thing different

Online shopping has changed the way people shop for goods and services.

to control the movement and the speed of a car, bus, truck, etc. when it is moving

You should drive with both hands on the steering wheel.

to hold or own something

I have a collection of antique coins that I inherited from my grandfather.

a large public place in a town or a city that has grass and trees and people go to for walking, playing, and relaxing

He flew a kite in the park on a sunny day.

to give someone money in exchange for goods or services

She paid the repairman to fix her broken dishwasher.

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

A group of children were playing on the playground.

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

My sister swims every morning before breakfast.

to reach for something and hold it

He took the cup of coffee from the table and sipped it slowly.

to do something with an object, method, etc. to achieve a specific result

He is using his phone to take a picture.

used as the past tense of ‘can’

When I was younger, I could run faster.

an official document that shows someone is qualified to drive a motor vehicle

She finally obtained her driving licence after passing the road test on her first attempt.

a test that evaluates a person's knowledge of driving and traffic laws and is taken when they want to get their driver's license

Before taking the practical driving test, you must pass the theory test that assesses your knowledge of road rules.

a test that replicates a situation and intends to evaluate one's skill and ability in performing certain tasks and duties

She scheduled her practical test for next week to demonstrate her driving skills to the examiner.

to approach a specific place, object, or person and move past them

He gave me a smile as he passed.

to be unsuccessful in accomplishing something

Despite their best efforts, the plan failed.

a country in North America that has 50 states

English is the primary language spoken in the United States.

a country in northwest Europe, consisting of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland

Buckingham Palace in London is the official residence of the Queen of the United Kingdom.