Materials vocabulary exercise

The world around us is full of a diverse range of materials, each

with their own unique properties and characteristics. From the
strong 1) S _ _ _ _ of our buildings to the soft 2) L _ _ _ _ _ _ of our
couches, these materials play a critical role in shaping our daily
lives.

The skyscrapers that tower above us are often constructed from

3) C _ _ _ _ _ _ _ and 4) S _ _ _ _, giving them the strength and
durability to withstand the test of time. In contrast, our homes may
feature 5) W _ _ _ and 6) G _ _ _ _, providing a natural aesthetic
and a connection to the outdoors.

The clothes we wear are made from a variety of materials, from the
lightweight 7) N _ _ _ _ of our running shorts to the soft cotton of
our t-shirts. We may also choose to wear 8) L _ _ _ _ _ _ shoes or
9) R _ _ _ _ _ boots, depending on the occasion.

When we go to work, we may be greeted by a range of materials,

such as 10) A _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ desks or 11) C _ _ _ _ _ _ co ee mugs.
We may also use 12) C _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ boxes to store our belongings
or 13) P _ _ _ _ _ _ containers to organize our supplies.

In the jewelry we wear, we may see precious metals like 14) G _ _ _

and 15) C _ _ _ _ _, or more industrial materials like 16) I _ _ _ and
17) S _ _ _ _. These materials are often chosen for their durability
and strength, making them a popular choice for decorative pieces.

Ultimately, the materials we surround ourselves with re ect the

values and preferences of our society. As we continue to innovate
and explore new materials, we can expect to see even more
diverse and exciting options in the years to come.
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Key:

The world around us is full of a diverse range of materials, each

with their own unique properties and characteristics. From the
sturdy 1) steel of our buildings to the soft 2) leather of our couches,
these materials play a critical role in shaping our daily lives.

The skyscrapers that tower above us are often constructed from

3) concrete and 4) steel, giving them the strength and durability to
withstand the test of time. In contrast, our homes may feature
5) wood and 6) glass, providing a natural aesthetic and a
connection to the outdoors.

The clothes we wear are made from a variety of materials, from the
lightweight 7) nylon of our running shorts to the soft cotton of our t-
shirts. We may also choose to wear 8) leather shoes or 9) rubber
boots, depending on the occasion.

When we go to work, we may be greeted by a range of materials,

such as 10) aluminium desks or 11) ceramic co ee mugs. We may
also use 12) cardboard boxes to store our belongings or 13) plastic
containers to organize our supplies.

In the jewelry we wear, we may see precious metals like 14) gold
and 15) copper, or more industrial materials like 16) iron and
17) steel. These materials are often chosen for their durability and
luster, making them a popular choice for decorative pieces.

Ultimately, the materials we surround ourselves with re ect the

values and preferences of our society. As we continue to innovate
and explore new materials, we can expect to see even more
diverse and exciting options in the years to come.
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