Places and towns
Describing a place brings together prepositions, there is and there are, and the comparative forms you need to say how one town differs from another. These lessons cover town features, directions, city and countryside.
Vocabulary
4Places in Town and Directions
Learn 20 easy A1 English words for places in town and giving directions - street, market, library, turn left, opposite - with a story and a quiz.
A2 Places and townsGetting Around the City
Learn 20 A2 English words for city transport - underground, platform, return ticket, rush hour, roundabout - with a story and a quiz.
A2 Places and townsCrime, Safety and Emergencies
Learn 20 A2 English words for crime and emergencies - steal, rob, witness, ambulance, rescue, insurance - with a story and a quiz.
B1 Places and townsCity Life, Transport and Change
Learn 20 B1 English words for city life and transport - rush hour, congestion, high street, regeneration, get around - plus by car vs on the bus.
Reading
5The City Library
Read about a city library and how to use it. An A2 informational reading text with key words and comprehension questions.
A1 Places and townsMy Town
Read about a small town and the places in it. A simple A1 text about places, with key words and questions.
A2 Places and townsMy Favourite Place
Read about a special hill and why it matters. An A2 descriptive reading text with key words and comprehension questions.
A2 Places and townsReading a News Report
Read a short local news report and find the facts. An A2 real-world reading text with key words and comprehension questions.
B1 Places and townsCity Life or Country Life?
Read a balanced comparison of city and country living. A B1 reading text with key words and comprehension questions.
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