Four Corners 3 - Unit 4 Lesson D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 Lesson D in the Four Corners 3 coursebook, such as "crew", "float", "space shuttle", etc.

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Four Corners 3

someone who is trained to travel and work in space

Ex: He underwent rigorous physical and mental training to qualify as an astronaut .
crew [noun]

all the people who work on a ship, aircraft, etc.

Ex: The crew on the plane served food and drinks to the passengers .
international [adjective]

happening in or between more than one country

Ex: The international airport serves flights to and from various countries around the world .

a large structure used as a long-term base for people to stay in space and conduct research

Ex: Upcoming missions plan to expand the space station with additional modules and new scientific equipment .

a vehicle designed and used to go to space and return multiple times

Ex: The Challenger disaster in 1986 was a tragic event that highlighted the risks associated with space shuttle missions .
to train [verb]

to teach a specific skill or a type of behavior to a person or an animal through a combination of instruction and practice over a period of time

Ex: The circus performer trained the elephants for the upcoming show .
to fly [verb]

to move or travel through the air

Ex: I love to watch hot air balloons fly gracefully in the air .
tool [noun]

something such as a hammer, saw, etc. that is held in the hand and used for a specific job

Ex: The chef 's most important tool in the kitchen is a sharp knife .

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: The inventor spent years working to invent a device that could automate common household tasks .
special [adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: Their special relationship blossomed into a deep and meaningful friendship over the years .
Earth [noun]

a big round mass covered in land and water, on which we all live

Ex:
straw [noun]

a thin tube made of plastic, glass, etc. for sucking drinks

Ex: The bartender provided a straw with the cocktail to make it easier to drink .
to float [verb]

to be in motion on a body of water or current of air at a slow pace

Ex: The small fishing boat continued to float peacefully on the calm lake .
of course [interjection]

used to give permission or express agreement

Ex: Of course , you can bring your friend to the party .

to achieve something after dealing with the difficulties

Ex: Despite facing numerous obstacles , the team managed to accomplish their project on time .

to think about something carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion

Ex: He carefully considered all the job offers before making a decision .
birth [noun]

the event or process of a baby being born

Ex: They celebrated the baby 's birth with a small gathering of close friends and family .
twin [noun]

either of two children born at the same time to the same mother

Ex: