4000 Essential English Words 4 Unit 3: The Young Man and the Old Man

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

I had the _____ of going with them or staying home. I felt like an _____ for the choice I made.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

Because he liked to _____ the kitten by pouring water on it, the boy’s mother _____ him for his cruel behavior.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

It was difficult to _____ the dog’s location because its cries _____ off of the hills.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

My sister likes to _____ about how my mother and father think her behavior is _____.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

When you _____ the machine on, you need to _____ because the machine is dangerous.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

All of the accidents at the swimming pool led to the _____ closing of it and the end of a favorite summer _____.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

The king wanted people to think that his power was _____ . He would put people in jail if they _____ with him.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

Even though the little girl was trying to sneak up on her parents, her _____ steps made her parents _____ of her.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

An _____ tree fell across the road, forcing the travelers to take a more _____ route through the countryside.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

The police could not find a single clue to the crime, which gave a _____ as to how _____ the thief had been.

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

You should beware _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

My favorite pastime _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

The doctor did a thorough check _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

The two friends disagreed _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

She switched the bag _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

His proud sister brags _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

An immense pile of garbage _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

The indirect route _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

The awesome storm caused _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

She admonished the student _____.

a. about which game was better

b. of the hole in the bridge

c. for talking during the test

d. was the reason for the bad smell

e. about how good she is at sports

f. of the sick man’s health

g. took an hour more to drive

h. fear that his home would be damaged

i. from her left hand to her right

j. is listening to music

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

He couldn’t sleep at night _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

We knew he broke his leg when he fell _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

He had to choose the blue car _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

The hiker always carried a compass and map, _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

She didn’t eat good food and didn’t exercise, _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

The students had to answer all the questions correctly _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

The captain did not see the ship approaching behind him, _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

She thought someone was calling to her from the other cliff, _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

He knew his friends were having a surprise party for him _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

If you can’t tie your own shoes by the time you’re twelve years old _____.

a. and it led to her eventual illness

b. because they gave him so many hints

c. if they wanted to get a perfect grade

d. but he was conscious of the other boats

e. because bad dreams tormented him

f. then people might think you’re an idiot

g. but it was just the echo of her voice

h. because there weren’t any other options

i. so he could pinpoint his location in the wild

j. because the sound of the bone breaking was audible

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

The young man decided to hike in the national parks.

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

The young man disagreed with the old man.

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

The young man believed that his knowledge of the park’s trails was thorough

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

When the young man had an option of two trails, he always chose the easier one.

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

The young man was tormented by the thought of the eventual storm.

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

When the young man got home, he knew that the old man had acted like an idiot.

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

What did the young man choose as his new pastime?

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

Why did the old man admonish the young man?

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

Why did the young man become lost?

THE YOUNG MAN AND THE OLD MAN

A proud young man was looking for a new pastime. He heard about people hiking in the national parks and decided to try it for himself. As he started his stroll, an old man walked up to him.

“Don’t go this way,” the old man said. “Beware. The paths are not clear. It’s easy to become lost.”

But the young man disagreed with the old man and bragged that he had a perfect understanding of the park. “I studied maps of this area,” he told him. “I believe I have a thorough knowledge of these trails. I won’t become lost.”

The old man listened to the young man and then admonished him for his pride.

“I have walked these trails my entire life,” he said. “If you think you will be safe, then go ahead.”

The young man ignored the old man and started along the trail.

Whenever he had to choose between an easy or difficult route, he always chose the more difficult option. In addition, he was not conscious of which direction he was going. After a while, he decided to return home. Because his course through the wilderness was so indirect, he had no idea where he was.

He looked at his map but could not pinpoint his location. He walked one path after another but soon realized he was lost.

The sun was going down, and sudden strong winds gave a hint that it might rain. Immense clouds filled the sky. Awesome sounds of thunder were audible from all directions. It echoed off the mountains. The thought of the eventual storm tormented the young man. He hurried in one direction, but soon switched out of confusion. Luckily, it led him out of the park.

When he arrived home, he knew that he had acted like an idiot. He realized he was lucky to be alive. He decided to listen to people with more experience than himself.

Which of the following gave a hint of an eventual storm?