Solutions - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 2 - 2H

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2H in the Solutions Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "snorkeling", "orienteering", "abseil", etc.

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Solutions - Pre-Intermediate
outdoor [adjective]

(of a place or space) located outside in a natural or open-air setting, without a roof or walls

Ex: The restaurant has an outdoor seating area that ’s perfect for warm evenings .
activity [noun]

something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Ex: Playing board games with family is an entertaining activity for the weekends .
abseil [noun]

a sport that involves descending a vertical surface, such as a rock face or a building, using a rope and specialized equipment

Ex: The abseil required precise technique to control the descent .

to ride on water by operating a small, motorized vehicle called a jet ski

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kayak [noun]

a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

Ex: Kayaks are often used for recreational activities such as whitewater rafting and sea kayaking .

a special kind of bike made for riding on rough roads or unpaved trails, with thick tires and a strong body

Ex: The mountain bike was built to handle the toughest terrain .

a group sport that involves following a route across country on foot, as quickly as possible, using one's navigational skills, a map, as well as a compass

Ex: During orienteering , you need to quickly decide the best route to each control point .

a game in which players use special guns that shoot paint

Ex: The group organized a paintball tournament for the weekend .

a sport that involves riding a four-wheeled vehicle, known as a quad bike, over uneven ground

Ex: Quad biking is often a favorite activity for adventure enthusiasts .

a type of sport in which a person climbs rock surfaces that are very steep

Ex: Rock climbing is a popular outdoor adventure sport .

a type of sport in which a person stands on a surfboard that is pulled on the surface of water by a special kite

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an activity in which someone jumps from a very high place with a rubber cord tied around their ankles

Ex: Bungee jumping is a popular extreme sport for thrill-seekers looking for a new adventure .
camping [noun]

the activity of ‌living outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

Ex: I love the peace and quiet that comes with camping .
canoe [noun]

a narrow boat that is light and has pointed ends, which can be moved using paddles

Ex: Canoes are commonly used for recreational activities such as fishing , camping , and exploring remote waterways .
cycling [noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: The annual cycling event attracted participants from all over the country .

a sport or activity where a person flies through the air using a glider

Ex: Hang gliding requires a strong understanding of wind patterns and control .
hiking [noun]

the activity of taking long walks in the countryside or mountains, often for fun

Ex:
karting [noun]

the activity or sport of racing in small four-wheeled vehicles called karts

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a water sport in which a person stands on a board and uses a paddle to move through the water

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riding [noun]

the state or act of a person who rides a horse

a type of skating using inline skates with wheels, often done for fun or sport on paved surfaces

Ex: Rollerblading requires balance and coordination .

the activity of swimming beneath the water's surface while breathing through a hollow tube named a snorkel

Ex: Snorkeling is a popular activity in tropical destinations .
walking [noun]

the act of taking long walks, particularly in the mountains or countryside, for pleasure or exercise

Ex: The guide offers tips for safe walking in hilly areas .

the activity or sport of sailing on water by standing on a special board with a sail attached to it

Ex: The beach is a popular destination for windsurfing , thanks to its consistent winds and calm waters .
to do [verb]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: In times of crisis , people often come together to do whatever is necessary .
homework [noun]

schoolwork that students have to do at home

Ex: My daughter spends a few hours every evening doing her homework .
to go [verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex:
bike [noun]

a vehicle that has two wheels and moves when we push its pedals with our feet

Ex: They went on a bike trip through the countryside last weekend .
ride [noun]

a journey on a horse, bicycle, automobile, or machine

Ex: After a long day of hiking , they hitched a ride back to the campground with a friendly passerby .
shopping [noun]

the act of buying goods from stores

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swimming [noun]

the act of moving our bodies through water with the use of our arms and legs, particularly as a sport

Ex: Swimming helps to improve our cardiovascular fitness .
to have [verb]

to eat or drink something

Ex: I usually have lunch at the cafeteria near my office .
lunch [noun]

a meal we eat in the middle of the day

Ex: She packed a lunchbox with a turkey wrap , carrot sticks , and a yogurt cup for a balanced lunch .
cafe [noun]

a small restaurant that sells drinks and meals

Ex: The quaint cafe offered a relaxing ambiance with soft music playing in the background .
to play [verb]

to take part in a game or activity for fun

Ex: I want to play Monopoly with my friends .
tennis [noun]

a sport in which two or four players use rackets to hit a small ball backward and forward over a net

Ex: She won the tennis tournament and received a trophy .
DVD [noun]

a type of disc used to store a lot of files, games, music, videos, etc.

Ex: The DVD disc is round and shiny , like a small mirror .
to watch [verb]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: The audience eagerly watched the actors on stage during the play .