Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

Definition: A person, usually a woman, who takes care of the home and family, managing household tasks and responsibilities.

Example: She is a dedicated homemaker who enjoys cooking and organizing family activities.

Definition: A classroom in a school where students gather at the start of the day or for attendance and announcements.

Example: Every morning, the students meet in their homeroom before going to their other classes.

Definition: The place where a person was born or grew up, or where they live most of the time.

Example: I always visit my hometown during the holidays.

Definition: A task or assignment that students are required to complete at home, usually related to their studies.

Example: I have to finish my homework before I can go out with my friends.

Definition: A device used to clean floors and carpets by sucking up dirt and dust.

Example: I need to use the hoover to clean the living room carpet.

Definition: To clean a space using a vacuum cleaner, regardless of the brand of the machine.

Example: I need to hoover the living room before our guests arrive.

Definition: To jump or move quickly, often on one foot, or to travel frequently from one place to another.

Example: The children love to hop around the playground.

Definition: A light jump or leap, often done on one foot, or a short trip.

Example: She took a hop across the puddle to avoid getting wet.

Definition: To jump or spring a short distance, often using one foot or both feet.

Example: The children love to hop around the playground.

Definition: Feeling or showing a desire for something good to happen in the future.

Example: She was hopeful that she would get the job after the interview.

Definition: A person who is optimistic about the future and believes that good things will happen, often in the context of achieving goals or success.

Example: The young artist is a hopeful, dreaming of a bright future in the art world.

Definition: Causing fear or disgust; very bad or unpleasant.

Example: The movie was so horrible that I couldn't finish watching it.

Definition: A place where people go to receive medical care and treatment when they are sick or injured.

Example: After the accident, he was taken to the hospital for treatment.

Definition: A type of budget accommodation where travelers can rent a bed, often in a shared room, and sometimes have access to communal facilities.

Example: Many backpackers prefer to stay in a hostel to save money while traveling.

Definition: A place where people can stay temporarily, often at a low cost, and usually shared with others, commonly used by young travelers.

Example: During my trip to Europe, I stayed in a cozy hostel that had a friendly atmosphere.