The Last Word (Unit 5)

relating to the country, people, or culture of the United Kingdom

Shakespeare is one of the most famous British playwrights in history.

relating to the United States or its people

American football is a popular sport in the United States.

belonging or relating to England, its people, or language

She took an English class to improve her language skills.

a box or container in which items are packed

She received a package in the mail containing her new shoes.

an item or items that are wrapped or boxed for transport or delivery

The parcel arrived at her doorstep sooner than expected.

a small bag that is used, particularly by women, to carry personal items

He found a purse on the street and returned it to its owner.

a bag that is small and used, especially by women, to carry personal items

She carried a sleek black handbag that perfectly matched her evening dress.

a piece of clothing worn on the top part of our body that is made of cotton or wool, has long sleeves and a closed front

He bought a new sweater with a colorful pattern for me.

a dress with no sleeves or collar that is worn over other garments

She wore a denim jumper over a striped long-sleeve shirt for a casual look.

a specific occasion during the day when letters, packages, and other mail are collected or delivered by postal workers

The morning post arrived earlier than usual today.

to send a letter or package by post

He mailed his application to the university yesterday.

a group of numbers, used as part of an address, consisting of five or nine digits

Please enter your zip code to find the nearest store location.

a special code made up of letters and numbers that helps the postman find exactly where a person lives so they can deliver the letters and packages to the right place

Please provide your postcode to ensure accurate delivery of your package.

a controlled-access highway that has no intersections or cross-traffic and is designed for high-speed travel

We drove for hours on the freeway without any stops.

any major public road that connects cities or towns

They traveled on the highway to reach their destination quickly.

things such as household materials that have no use anymore

He threw the garbage into the bin after dinner.

unwanted, worthless, and unneeded things that people throw away

Please take out the rubbish before the garbage truck arrives in the morning.

a sweet baked treat typically made with flour, sugar, and other ingredients like chocolate chips or nuts

He enjoyed a soft and buttery shortbread cookie with a cup of tea.

a small space or room built into a wall, which is used to store things and is usually shelved

She stored her clothes and shoes neatly in the closet.

a piece of furniture with shelves and doors, usually built into a wall, designed for storing things like foods, dishes, etc.

She found the cereal in the kitchen cupboard, right above the stove.

a thin, round piece of potato, cooked in hot oil and eaten cold as a snack

Potato chips are a common junk food item.

having a refreshing, brisk coldness in the air

The morning air was crisp, making her breath visible as she walked.

an object that controls the flow of liquid or gas from a container or pipe

He turned on the faucet to fill the pot with water.

to hit someone or something gently, often with a few quick light blows

The drummer taps the snare drum softly during the ballad.

a pathway typically made of concrete or asphalt at the side of a street for people to walk on

She walked along the sidewalk on her way to the bus stop.

the hard surface of a road covered with concrete or tarmac

The city's main streets are all paved with smooth pavement.

the large front window of a vehicle

The windshield was cracked after the stone hit it during the drive.

the front window of a vehicle that protects the driver and passengers from wind, dust, and other debris while driving

The windscreen was covered in frost, so we had to scrape it off.

a box-like device that moves up and down and is used to get to the different levels of a building

I felt a bit nervous when the elevator suddenly stopped between floors.

to move a thing from a lower position or level to a higher one

Every morning, she lifts weights at the gym for strength training.

to quickly move from a higher place toward the ground

Be careful not to slip and fall on the wet floor.

the season after summer and before winter when the leaves change color and fall from the trees

She confided in her best friend, sharing a secret that she had kept for years.

to breathe quickly and loudly, often due to excitement, exertion, or energetic activity

After the intense sprint, he began to pant heavily to catch his breath.

a piece of clothing that covers the body from the waist to the ankles, with a separate part for each leg

She bought a new pair of trousers to wear to the office that matched her blazer perfectly.

a small, crisp, sweet baked good, often containing ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit

Grandma's homemade biscuits are always a hit at family gatherings.