1. surface noun [sur-fis]
the outer or topmost layer of something, the exterior or visible part
2. these days phrase [theez deyz]
in the present time, currently, nowadays
3. start with phrasal verb [start with]
to begin or initiate something, to commence with
4. Long time no see phrase [lawng tahym noh see]
an expression used to greet someone you haven't seen in a long time
5. politician noun [pol-i-tish-uhn]
a person actively involved in politics, especially one who holds or seeks public office
6. concern noun [kuhn-surn]
a matter of interest, importance, or worry, something that requires attention
7. my pleasure phrase [mahy plezh-er]
a polite response to express that one is happy to do something or provide assistance
8. hate verb [heyt]
to strongly dislike or have an intense aversion towards something or someone
9. far away phrase [fahr uh-wey]
at a considerable distance, a long way off, distant in space or time
10. piece noun [pees]
a part or portion of something, a section or fragment
Give the word being asked for each number.
◼ surface
◼ these days
◼ start with
◼ Long time no see
◼ politician
◼ concern
◼ my pleasure
◼ hate
◼ far away
◼ piece
____________________1. a part or portion of something, a section or fragment
____________________2. in the present time, currently, nowadays
____________________3. to begin or initiate something, to commence with
____________________4. a matter of interest, importance, or worry, something that requires attention
____________________5. to strongly dislike or have an intense aversion towards something or someone
____________________6. an expression used to greet someone you haven't seen in a long time
____________________7. the outer or topmost layer of something, the exterior or visible part
____________________8.a person actively involved in politics, especially one who holds or seeks public office
____________________9. at a considerable distance, a long way off, distant in space or time
____________________10. a polite response to express that one is happy to do something or provide assistance
Choose the correct words to complete the sentences below.
1) It's always ______________ to help you whenever you need assistance.
a. concern
b. hate
c. start with
d. my pleasure
2) ______________, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives.
a. These days
b. Start with
c. My pleasure
d. Hate
3) It's been a while since we last met. ______________! How have you been?
a. Politician
b. Start with
c. Long time no see
d. Piece
4) The environmental ______________ is a pressing issue that needs immediate attention.
a. concern
b. hate
c. piece
d. surface
5) The beach resort is ______________ from the city center.
a. my pleasure
b. far away
c. start with
d. these days