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Which of the following words from the list best describes a short journey or trip taken for pleasure?
Which of the following words from the list best describes a short journey or trip taken for pleasure?
- Excursion (correct)
- Expedition
- Pilgrimage
- Trek
Which term refers to a journey, often long, undertaken for a specific purpose, often religious?
Which term refers to a journey, often long, undertaken for a specific purpose, often religious?
- Departure
- Voyage
- Pilgrimage (correct)
- Transit
Which of the following is the most basic, everyday term for the act of going from one place to another?
Which of the following is the most basic, everyday term for the act of going from one place to another?
- Expedition
- Pilgrimage
- Voyage
- Travel (correct)
Which of these terms describes a route that offers visually impressive natural landscapes?
Which of these terms describes a route that offers visually impressive natural landscapes?
What does the phrase 'off the beaten track' suggest about a travel destination?
What does the phrase 'off the beaten track' suggest about a travel destination?
Which of the following words is most closely associated with becoming deeply involved with the traditions and practices of a foreign society during travel?
Which of the following words is most closely associated with becoming deeply involved with the traditions and practices of a foreign society during travel?
Which of the following words encapsulates a powerful or irresistible desire to travel?
Which of the following words encapsulates a powerful or irresistible desire to travel?
A seasoned traveler, known for independently venturing into remote areas with minimal support, documented regions previously unexplored by outsiders. Considering the vocabulary, which single term BEST describes both the areas they explore and their overarching approach to travel?
A seasoned traveler, known for independently venturing into remote areas with minimal support, documented regions previously unexplored by outsiders. Considering the vocabulary, which single term BEST describes both the areas they explore and their overarching approach to travel?
Flashcards
Travel
Travel
The act of going from one place to another.
Trip
Trip
A journey for a specific purpose or pleasure.
Journey
Journey
The act of traveling from one place to another, especially when covering a long distance.
Destination
Destination
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Explore
Explore
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Voyage
Voyage
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Landmark
Landmark
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Itinerary
Itinerary
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Study Notes
- 3-Tier Vocabulary List focuses on Travel and Adventure
- Adapted for Year 8 ESL, with a focus on Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint
Tier 1 (Basic Everyday Words – A1 Level)
- These words are likely known or seen before by students.
- Focus on spelling and simple usage.
- Travel
- Trip
- Journey
- Bus
- Train
- Plane
- Map
- Ticket
- Bag
- Hotel
- Holiday
- Visit
- Adventure
- Activity: Matching words to pictures, fill-in-the-blank sentences.
Tier 2 (More Specific and Descriptive – A2/B1 Level)
- These words add depth and detail.
- Appear in travel writing and Cambridge exam texts.
- Destination
- Explore
- Voyage
- Departure
- Arrival
- Immigration
- Landmark
- Tourist
- Accommodation
- Itinerary
- Backpacking
- Guidebook
- Souvenir
- Activity: Write simple definitions, categorize words (transport, places, people), sentence gap-fill.
Tier 3 (Advanced and Subject-Specific – B1+ Level)
- These words are more challenging, but useful for exam-style reading and writing tasks.
- Excursion
- Expedition
- Trek
- Pilgrimage
- Scenic route
- Off the beaten track
- Cultural immersion
- Transit
- Connecting flight
- Long-haul journey
- Uncharted territory
- Breathtaking view
- Wanderlust
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