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Mindset 1º bach Unit 6

The document consists of various exercises focused on vocabulary enhancement, including synonym replacement, sentence completion, phrasal verbs, and word formation. It covers topics related to nature, wildlife, and environmental issues. The exercises aim to improve language skills through contextual understanding and application of vocabulary.
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Mindset 1º bach Unit 6

The document consists of various exercises focused on vocabulary enhancement, including synonym replacement, sentence completion, phrasal verbs, and word formation. It covers topics related to nature, wildlife, and environmental issues. The exercises aim to improve language skills through contextual understanding and application of vocabulary.
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Replace the word or phrases in bold with a word that has a similar meaning

or an expression to the words below. There are more words than you need.
wilderness – cools down – deadly – dry up – dawn – poachers – peak –
predators – rough – bush – landscape – soil – rise – tides – prey – rare – fierce
– native – wiped out
1. This butterfly is extremely unusual.
2. Some spiders catch their victims in webs.
3. Wolves are one of the naturally occurring species of Western
Europe.
4. The water in the tank reaches a higher level when it rains.
5. Lions are powerful hunters.
6. The countryside is really beautiful here.
7. The hunters in the wild are always on the lookout for their next meal.
8. The rare bird was nearly eradicated by habitat destruction and
illegal hunting.
9. After a long climb, they finally reached the summit and enjoyed the
stunning view.
10.At dawn, the temperatures decrease quickly, making it easier to
explore.
11.The shrub near the river was filled with colorful flowers and birds.
12.As the waves crashed on the shore, the sea levels slowly pulled
back, revealing the hidden rocks.
13.The illegal hunter was caught taking rare animals from the
protected reserve.
14.The farmer worked hard to prepare the ground for planting crops.
15.The venom in the snake’s bite can be fatal if not treated quickly.

Complete the sentences with the words below.


wilderness – cools down – deadly – dry up – dawn – poachers – peak –
predators – rough – bush – landscape – soil – rise – tides – prey – rare – fierce
– native – wiped out
1. Most reptiles aren’t dangerous but a snake bite can be _____________ .
2. ___________ is a special time of the day, but many people sleep too
late to appreciate it.
3. Lions and other ____________ hunt smaller animals to survive.
4. The ______________ is disappearing because builders are developing
it.
5. The hiker finally reached the mountain ________ after hours of
climbing.
6. Farmers need good quality __________ to grow healthy crops.
7. The sea was too __________ for the boat to go out that day.
8. This bird is very __________ and only found in a few remote forests.
9. She trimmed the ___________ in her garden to keep it neat and healthy.
10.The valley had a beautiful _____________ with rivers, trees, and open
fields.
11.The rhinoceros is endangered because _______________ hunt it for ots
horn.
12.Some species were completely __________ due to deforestation and
hunting.
13.The lack of rain can cause lakes and rivers to _________________ and
disappear.
14.The desert is hot during the day, but it _________________ in the
evening.
15.The ______________ is disappearing because builders are developing
it.
16.The __________ change every few hours, causing the water level to go
up and down.
17.Eagles can spot their __________ from high in the sky before diving
down to catch it.
18.The tiger is a __________ predator, known for its strength and power.
19.Koalas are __________ to Australia and don’t naturally live anywhere
else.
Match each phrasal verb with each sentence. Use each phrasal verb once:
turn up – turn to – turn into – turn away – bring about – bring up – bring
forward – bring back – stay over – stay away – stay up – stay on
1. Whenever I’m in trouble, I ______________ my best friend for support.
2. He ____________ an interesting point during yesterday’s meeting.
3. Yesterday night, she _____________ at the party late.
4. I decided to ___________ at Sarah’s house after the party.
5. The meeting was ______________ to Monday so everyone could attend.
6. You should ___________ from that area; it’s not safe right now.
7. Caterpillars _______________ butterflies.
8. Despite the offer from another company, she decided to _____________
at her current job.
9. Last night at the disco, they ________________ people without tickets at
the door.
10.The new law is going to __________ major changes in the education
system.
11.This song ______________ so many memories.
12.I had to _______________ all night to finish my project.

Complete the sentences with one of the following prepositions so that the
phrasal verbs have got the same meaning as the phrases in brackets:
to up (x3) into away (x2) about back forward over on
1. People have turned ___ the city streets and parks for food. (= ask for
help)
2. The unpredictable weather is brought ____ by the park’s high altitude.
(= cause something to happen)
3. I stayed ___ all night worrying! (= remain awake later than usual)
4. Thousands of Brits have brought ___ their holiday plans. (= move an
event to an earlier date or time)
5. Enjoy the scenery, but stay ___ from this tree. (= keep a distance from
something or someone)
6. An opportunity to buy this land turned ___. (= appeared)
7. He stayed ___ at a friend’s house yesterday. (= sleep at someone
else’s house for the night)
8. She decided to stay ___ at the factory. (= remain in a position, place
or job)
9. The small gathering quickly turned ____ a big celebration when more
people started arriving. (= become something different)
10.The nature reserve turns ____ cars in order to protect the wildlife.
11.Don’t bring ____ the topic of wildfires because it’s very upsetting.
12.Scientists are trying to bring ____ extinct animals, like the dodo.

Complete the sentences with an appropriate phrasal verb. You may have to
use some of them twice.
1. The new manager wants to __________ the old traditions that made the
company successful.
2. That volcano is still active, so ___________ from the area.
3. The argument ____________ a lot of tension in the group.
4. It was raining, so I decided to ___________ at my friend’s house.
5. The teacher ___________ the topic of climate change in class.
6. When I needed advice, I _____________ my brother.
7. Due to scheduling conflicts, the event was ______________ by a week.
8. He _______________ at the concert two hours late.
9. The prince was ___________ a frog by the wicked witch.
10.After retiring as principal, Mr. Smith decided to _____________ as an
advisor to the school.
11.They had to _____________ fans at the gate because the stadium was
full.
12.He felt he had no one to _____________ for help.
13.We’d like to _______ your appointment __________ from 23rd June to 5th
June.
14.There are several issues that I’d like to ______________ at the meeting.
15.They ________________ at the party even though they hadn’t been
invited.
16.We decided to ____________ late watching old movies.

Complete the sentences with the words below. Make any necessary
changes.
object – bravery – beyond – rotten – admirable – trap – decline
1. Her ____________ was awarded with a medal.
2. Thanks to improved safety measures, there has been a _____________
in the number of accidents.
3. Her work for the environment was truly ________________.
4. Clibing Mt. Everest is ________________ the ability of most people.
5. This meat smells – I’m sure it’s ______________.
6. If everyone ______________ to the sale of fur, fewer animales would be
killed by poachers.
7. When a lake freezes, fish are ______________ beneath the ice.
Complete the chart with the correct form of the words below. Then,
complete the sentences using the words from the chart.

VERB NOUN ADJECTIVE


die dead, deadly
predict predictable,
unpredictable
terrify terrifying, terrified
admire admiration
xxx bravery
objection, object objective

1. I believe that ______________ animals shouldn’t be kept in zoos. It’s too


dangerous.
2. In my opinion, rescue workers should be rewarded for their
________________.
3. I ______________ to hunting elephants and whales.
4. In my opinion, the ______________ about future climate change are
exaggerated.
5. I feel great ______________ for environmental activists.
6. The sight of a cockroach ______________ me.
7. The movie was so ______________ that I couldn’t sleep afterwards.
8. Scientists use models to make ______________ about the Earth’s future.
9. She showed great ______________ when she saved the child from the
river.
10.Many people ______________ to hunting as a sport.
11.The disease can be ______________ if not treated quickly.
12.His opinion seemed more emotional than ______________.
13.His work for the community earned him the ______________ of
everyone in town.
14.Despite the danger, they didn’t hesitate to ______________ the trapped
hikers.

Add the prefixes dis-, il-, im-, in-, ir- and un- to the words below and
complete the sentences.
connect – responsible – patient – active – logical – approve – visible –
predictable
1. The octopus uses camouflage to make itself _____________ to other
animals.
2. My phone will _________________ from the Wi-Fi if I stand in this corner.
3. It’s _________________ to buy a pet if you can’t take care of it properly.
4. Zoo animals need exercise. If they are ______________, they may
become ill.
5. After we had waited for over an hour, we began to get _______________.
6. They won’t win their argument in favour of hunting because their
statements are _______________.
7. Animals conservationists _________________ of hunting because it may
disturb the balance of nature.
8. Scientists can’t tell when a volcano will erupt.

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