Vocabulary - Power Words and Heroic Phrases

Study the vocabulary list and complete the activities below.

• To save the day: To prevent a disaster or solve a problem.
  • The IT guy saved the day by fixing the server.
• To look up to: To admire and respect someone.
  • Many kids look up to their favorite athletes.
• Larger than life: Someone who attracts a lot of attention because they are more exciting than normal people.
  • His personality is larger than life.
• To take on: To fight or compete against someone.
  • He decided to take on the challenge.
• Undercover: Working secretly using a false identity.
  • The hero went undercover to enter the villain's base.
• Stand up for: To defend or support a particular idea or person.
  • Always stand up for what is right.

ACTIVITIES

Activity 1: Fill in the gaps

Type the correct words or phrases from the vocabulary list above into the sentences.

1. We need someone to and find a solution before the deadline!

2. It's important to your friends when they are treated unfairly.

3. Spies often work to gather information.

4. I really my grandfather; he is a very brave man.

5. The champion is ready to any opponent in the ring.

Activity 2: Synonym Match

Type the correct vocabulary phrase from the list above next to its definition.

A. Defend

B. Respect / Admire

C. Extraordinary

D. Confront / Fight

E. Secretly