1. The words usually confused
Coast =
line where land ends at (e.g. the coast of France); this is the entire area of
land next to the sea or ocean. It includes beaches, cliffs, bays and more. Узбережжя
We took a road trip along the coast, stopping at
various beach towns.
The west coast of the United States is known for its beautiful
landscapes.
They live on the east coast of Scotland.
Shore =
The "shore" refers to the land bordering any body of water, including
seas, oceans, lakes, and rivers. It is a general term. Берег
A group of friends sat on the shore, watching the sun set
over the horizon.
We collected seashells while walking along the sandy
shore of the beach.
The waves gently lapped at the shore, creating a
soothing sound.
The shipwreck was visible from the shore, attracting
curious onlookers.
Bank =
land at the side of a river/ sometimes it refers to lakes. Берег річки,
іноді озера
We sat on the grassy bank of the river, watching boats
pass by.
The steep river bank was covered in wildflowers and tall
grass.
The bank of the lake was an ideal spot for setting up a
campfire and roasting marshmallows.
Seaside =
an area or town next to the sea;
describes the
immediate area near the water's edge, often associated with different
activities, beaches, and coastal towns.
Imagine the part of the coast where the sandy beach
and water meet. That's the seaside, a fun area for playing and relaxing.
морське узбережжя, приморське містечко
We spent a relaxing weekend at a charming seaside
cottage.
The kids enjoyed building sandcastles on the seaside
during our vacation.
The seaside resort is known for its beaches and clear
blue waters.
A seaside picnic is the perfect way to unwind and
enjoy the soothing sound of waves.
2. Read, translate and learn the words by heart
An impact – вплив,
ефект, удар, зіткнення
the full
impact of - affects various aspects of the people's social,
economic, or emotional well-being. – сильний вплив/ефект чогось;
The full
impact of a good night's sleep can make you feel refreshed and energized.
The full impact of the storm was visible in the fallen
trees and scattered debris.
The full impact of the news left her speechless and
shocked.
The full impact of a healthy diet and exercise can
lead to a stronger body.
The full impact of kindness can brighten someone's day
and create a positive atmosphere.
To measure –
вимірювати
I've measured
all the windows.
The distances were measured in kilometres.
We can measure the energy that food provides in calories.
The Richter
scale /ˈrɪk.tə skeɪl/ - a system used to measure the strength of an earthquake; Шкала
Ріхтера
The Richter scale is a tool used by seismologists to
measure the energy released during an earthquake.
When an earthquake occurs, seismographs are used to
measure the ground movement and calculate its magnitude on the Richter scale.
The Richter scale allows us to measure the size of
earthquakes accurately, from minor tremors to major quakes.
A massive
earthquake - потужний землетрус
A quake -
informal for earthquake
A massive earthquake
measuring M6.0 (магнітудою) on the Richter scale hit
Ecuador-Colombia border region on October 20, 2014.
A powerful tsunami, triggered by an undersea
earthquake measuring M9.2 on the Richter scale, struck the coastal area on
March 11, 2021.
A strong quake, with a magnitude of 5.5 on the Richter
scale, struck the town on June 10, 2019.
A major earthquake, a 6.4 on the Richter scale, rocked
the city on September 3, 2016.
An intense tremor, measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale,
was felt on January 8, 2020.
A tremor /ˈtremər/
- тремор, тремтіння, поштовх землетрусу
A sudden
tremor shook the ground, causing everyone to run to safety.
During the earthquake, people felt a strong tremor
that made their houses sway.
Scientists use seismographs to measure and record the
intensity of tremors during an earthquake.
The residents were used to occasional tremors, but
this one felt stronger than usual.
The tremor caused some minor damage to buildings, such
as cracked walls and broken windows.
To rock –
трястися, колихатися
The continuous
rocking of the ground made it difficult for people to maintain their balance.
The earthquake's force was enough to rock the
foundations of the houses, causing cracks to appear.
The tremors were so strong that they rocked cars parked
on the streets.
The buildings began to rock as the powerful quake
struck the city.
People held onto furniture to steady themselves as the
ground rocked beneath them.
Recall -
to remember something; пригадувати
I don't
recall arranging a time to meet.
I can’t recall who gave me the information.
As I recall, it
was you who suggested this idea in the first place.
I don’t recall seeing any cars parked outside.
Many years later Muir recalled his days at Glasgow
University.
To trap
(often passive) – потрапити у пастку
Twenty miners
were trapped underground.
There’s no way out! We’re trapped!
The heavy rain created a flood that trapped several
families in their homes.
The collapsed building became a deadly trap for those
caught inside during the earthquake.
The hurricane's fierce winds downed power lines,
trapping many residents without electricity.
3. If you have time (orally)
Summer Holidays
Did you have a fun summer break? What did you do
during your holidays?
Where did you go for your summer vacation?
Did you visit any interesting places or travel
somewhere new? Can you tell me about them?
Did you spend time with your family or friends during
the holidays? What activities did you do together?
Were there any special events or celebrations that you
took part in over the summer?
Did you try any new activities, hobbies, or sports
during your break? How did you like them?
Did you have a favorite day or moment from your summer
holidays? What made it special?
What was the most exciting thing you did or
experienced over the summer?
Did you read any interesting books, watch any movies,
or play any games during your free time?
How did you feel about going back home after the
summer break? Was there anything you were looking forward to?
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