Insight - Elementary - Unit 1 - 1C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1C in the Insight Elementary coursebook, such as "break", "clock", "modern", etc.

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Insight - Elementary
break [noun]

a rest from the work or activity we usually do

Ex: My favorite time of day is the evening break on the balcony .
assembly [noun]

a group of people who come together regularly to achieve a particular goal

Ex: The school holds a weekly assembly in the auditorium .

the act of putting the name or information of someone on an official list

Ex: She completed the registration process by filling out the required forms and submitting payment online .
school [noun]

a place where children learn things from teachers

Ex: She takes the bus to school every morning .
subject [noun]

a branch or an area of knowledge that we study at a school, college, or university

Ex: In high school , I found chemistry to be a challenging subject , but I persevered and improved my grades .
art [noun]

the use of creativity and imagination to express emotions and ideas by making things like paintings, sculptures, music, etc.

Ex: Her art of sculpting allows her to express her deepest emotions .

the legal status of being a member of a certain country

Ex:
chair [noun]

furniture with a back and often four legs that we can use for sitting

Ex: I sat on the comfortable chair while reading a book .
clock [noun]

a device used to measure and show time

Ex: I like the sound of the ticking clock .
desk [noun]

furniture we use for working, writing, reading, etc. that normally has a flat surface and drawers

Ex: The receptionist sat behind the desk , welcoming visitors .
diary [noun]

a book or journal in which one records personal experiences, thoughts, or feelings on a regular basis, usually on a daily basis

Ex: He found an old diary from his childhood , filled with memories and drawings that brought back nostalgia .

a book or electronic resource that gives a list of words in alphabetical order and explains their meanings, or gives the equivalent words in a different language

Ex: Teachers often encourage students to expand their vocabulary using a thesaurus alongside a dictionary .
door [noun]

the thing we move to enter, exit, or access a place such as a vehicle, building, room, etc.

Ex: He locked the door before leaving the house .
exercise [noun]

a series of questions in a book set to test one's knowledge or skill

Ex: As part of the science curriculum , students were assigned weekly lab exercises to conduct experiments and analyze results .
book [noun]

a set of printed pages that are held together in a cover so that we can turn them and read them

Ex: My favorite book is a classic novel that has been passed down through generations .
folder [noun]

a cover made of plastic or folded card in which documents or pieces of paper can be kept

Ex: He kept his important documents in a sturdy folder with a secure clasp to prevent them from falling out .
glue [noun]

a substance that is used to stick things to each other

Ex: She kept a bottle of glue handy for school projects and repairs .
interactive [adjective]

describing the constant passage of data between a computer or other device and a user

Ex: The website includes interactive elements such as quizzes and polls to engage visitors and gather feedback .

a large board with a smooth white surface that we can write on, especially used for teaching or presentations

Ex: The office conference room is equipped with a large whiteboard for brainstorming sessions .
map [noun]

an image that shows where things like countries, seas, cities, roads, etc. are in an area

Ex: She discovered a hidden gem by exploring the less-known areas on the map .
pen [noun]

an instrument for writing or drawing with ink, usually made of plastic or metal

Ex: She uses a black pen to sign important documents .
pencil [noun]

a tool with a slim piece of wood and a thin, colored part in the middle, that we use for writing or drawing

Ex: She lends her pencil to a classmate who forgot to bring one .

a box that is used for holding pencils, pens, etc.

Ex: He bought a new pencil case for school .

a handheld tool with a small blade inside, used for sharpening pencils

Ex:
poster [noun]

a large printed picture or notice, typically used for advertising or decoration

Ex: The environmental organization created a powerful poster to raise awareness about climate change , featuring striking images of melting glaciers and endangered wildlife .
rubber [noun]

a small tool that is used to remove the marks of a pencil from a piece of paper

Ex: The teacher handed out rubbers to the students before the exam started .
ruler [noun]

a straight, flat tool typically made of wood, plastic, or metal, used for measuring and drawing straight lines

Ex: The tailor used a ruler to ensure accurate measurements for sewing the garment .

a thin and flat material made from wood pulp or other fibers that is commonly used for writing or printing

Ex: He grabbed a blank sheet of paper to take notes .

a bag that children use to carry their books and other belongings to school

Ex: The schoolbag is heavy with textbooks and notebooks .
scissors [noun]

a tool used to cut paper, cloth, etc. with two handles and two sharp edges, joined in the middle

Ex:
student [noun]

a person who is studying at a school, university, or college

Ex: She takes notes during lectures to review later as a dedicated student .
teacher [noun]

someone who teaches things to people, particularly in a school

Ex: The teacher corrected my mistake and explained the correct solution .
textbook [noun]

a book used for the study of a particular subject, especially in schools and colleges

Ex: The professor recommended several textbooks for the course , including both classic and modern sources .
window [noun]

a space in a wall or vehicle that is made of glass and we use to look outside or get some fresh air

Ex: She opened the window to let in some fresh air .

a school subject in England that involves teaching students the skills and knowledge to design, create and evaluate products and systems using a range of materials and technologies

Ex: His interest in design and technology led him to engineering .
drama [noun]

a play that is performed in a theater, on TV, or radio

Ex: She got the leading role in the school drama .
English [noun]

the most common language in the world, originating in England but also the official language of America, Canada, Australia, etc.

Ex: People all around the world are learning English .

the scientific study of the physical features of the Earth and its atmosphere, divisions, products, population, etc.

Ex: She used maps and atlases to study the geography of different regions .
history [noun]

the study of past events, especially as a subject in school or university

Ex: She wants to pursue a degree in history and become a historian .
modern [adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: The documentary highlights modern life in urban areas around the world .
language [noun]

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

Ex: She practices speaking the language with native speakers to improve her fluency .
music [noun]

a series of sounds made by instruments or voices, arranged in a way that is pleasant to listen to

Ex: My husband 's favorite genre of music is pop .

sport, physical exercise, and games that are taught as a subject in schools

Ex: The school invested in new equipment to enhance their physical education program .
science [noun]

knowledge about the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world, especially based on testing and proving facts

Ex: She learns about the laws of physics and the properties of matter in her science lessons .

a room that students are taught in, particularly in a college, school, or university

Ex: The classroom is filled with desks , chairs , and a chalkboard .
item [noun]

a distinct thing, often an individual object or entry in a list or collection

Ex: The store has discounted every item for the sale .
bin [noun]

a container, usually with a lid, for putting waste in

Ex: Please put your litter in the bin provided .

a large board with a smooth dark surface that is written on with chalk in schools

Ex: The blackboard was filled with math problems .

a small electronic device or software used to do mathematical operations

Ex: The calculator has a memory function for storing results .

the study of numbers and shapes that involves calculation and description

Ex:

a field of science that deals with the use or study of electronic devices and processes in which data is stored, created, modified, etc.

Ex: The company invested in new information technology systems to improve its cybersecurity measures .