Solutions - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 2 - 2A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2A in the Solutions Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "landscape", "shallow", "cliff", etc.

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landscape [noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The photographer captured the desert landscape in detail .

feature [noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: This software update includes a new security feature designed to protect user data .

cave [noun]

a hole or chamber formed underground naturally by rocks gradually breaking down over time

Ex: Scientists study caves to understand geological processes and uncover clues about Earth 's history .

cliff [noun]

an area of rock that is high above the ground with a very steep side, often at the edge of the sea

Ex: Waves crashed against the base of the cliff , sending up sprays of mist .

desert [noun]

a large, dry area of land with very few plants, typically one covered with sand

Ex: During the day , the heat in the desert can be unbearable .

forest [noun]

a vast area of land that is covered with trees and shrubs

Ex: The forest is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species .

hill [noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: The cycling race included a tough hill climb .

lake [noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: The mountain 's reflection in the lake was stunning .

mountain [noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: The mountain provided a natural barrier between the two valleys .

the ocean [noun]

the great mass of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface

Ex: The ocean depths are still largely unexplored .

river [noun]

a natural and continuous stream of water flowing on the land to the sea, a lake, or another river

Ex: The river flowed gently , reflecting the surrounding trees .

rock [noun]

a solid material forming part of the earth's surface, often made of one or more minerals

Ex: The lighthouse was built on a rock just off the coast .

shore [noun]

the area of land where the land meets a body of water such as an ocean, sea, lake, or river

Ex: Fishermen mended their nets on the shore , preparing for the next trip .

stream [noun]

a small and narrow river that runs on or under the earth

Ex: The stream was clear , and you could see the fish swimming .

valley [noun]

a low area of land between mountains or hills, often with a river flowing through it

Ex: The valley was covered in a blanket of snow in the winter .

volcano [noun]

a mountain with an opening on its top, from which melted rock and ash can be pushed out into the air

Ex: The volcano 's eruption was one of the most destructive in history .

waterfall [noun]

a high place, such as a cliff, from which a river or stream falls

Ex: She took stunning photos of the waterfall during their mountain trek .

dark [noun]

the state or quality of having no light

Ex: The dark enveloped the landscape as the sun set behind the mountains .

deep [adjective]

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: The hole they dug in the garden was deep enough to plant the tree securely .

icy [adjective]

so cold that is uncomfortable or harmful

Ex: Despite the icy conditions , the team pressed on , determined to reach their destination before nightfall .

low [adjective]

not extending far upward

Ex: The cottage had a low roof covered in moss .

narrow [adjective]

having a limited distance between opposite sides

Ex: The river flowed through a narrow gorge , with steep cliffs on either side .

rocky [adjective]

having a surface that is covered with large, uneven, or rough rocks, stones, or boulders

Ex: The riverbed was rocky , with water cascading over the smooth stones .

shallow [adjective]

having a short distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: The dish should be baked in a shallow pan to ensure even cooking .

steep [adjective]

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

Ex: The steep driveway made it difficult for cars to climb in icy conditions .

tall [adjective]

(of a person) having a height that is greater than what is thought to be the average height

Ex: The tall woman gracefully walked down the runway .

wide [adjective]

having a large length from side to side

Ex: The field was wide , providing plenty of space for the children to play .

along [adverb]

in the direction of a road, path, etc., indicating a forward movement

Ex: The hikers pressed on , walking along despite the rain .

behind [adverb]

at the rear, far side, or back side of something

Ex: The car slowly moved behind as the truck entered the highway .

inside [adverb]

in or into a room, building, etc.

Ex:

down [adverb]

at or toward a lower level or position

Ex:

near [adjective]

not far from a place

Ex: The near side of the riverbank offers a beautiful view of the sunset .

beside [preposition]

next to and at the side of something or someone

Ex: The bookshelf stood beside the desk in the study .

through [preposition]

used to indicate movement into one side and out of the opposite side of something

Ex:

under [preposition]

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

Ex: The children played happily under the sun .

Solutions - Pre-Intermediate
Introduction - IA	Introduction - IB	Introduction - IC	Introduction - ID
Unit 1 - 1A	Unit 1 - 1C	Unit 1 - 1E	Unit 1 - 1F
Unit 1 - 1G	Unit 1 - 1H	Unit 2 - 2A	Unit 2 - 2B
Unit 2 - 2C	Unit 2 - 2E	Unit 2 - 2F	Unit 2 - 2G
Unit 2 - 2H	Unit 3 - 3A	Unit 3 - 3B	Unit 3 - 3E
Unit 3 - 3F	Unit 3 - 3G	Unit 3 - 3H	Unit 4 - 4A
Unit 4 - 4C	Unit 4 - 4D	Unit 4 - 4E	Unit 4 - 4F
Unit 4 - 4G	Unit 4 - 4H	Unit 5 - 5A	Unit 5 - 5C
Unit 5 - 5D	Unit 5 - 5E	Unit 5 - 5F	Unit 5 - 5G
Unit 5 - 5H	Unit 6 - 6A	Unit 6 - 6D	Unit 6 - 6E
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Unit 7 - 7C	Unit 7 - 7E	Unit 7 - 7F	Unit 7 - 7G
Unit 7 - 7H	Unit 8 - 8A	Unit 8 - 8E	Unit 8 - 8F
Unit 8 - 8G	Unit 8 - 8H	Unit 9 - 9A	Unit 9 - 9C
Unit 9 - 9D	Unit 9 - 9E	Unit 9 - 9F	Unit 9 - 9G
Unit 9 - 9H	Culture 1	Culture 2	Culture 3
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