Environmental problems

Vocabulary Exercises

Ex.5. Match the phrases in bold (idioms & fixed phrases) to the definitions.

• criticise • busy and active • be kind • not show gratitude for • admire • remain calm • become disappointed • not move

1. I really take my hat off to those eco-warriors. At least they are standing up for what they believe in.
2. He's exhausted, he's been on the go all day.
3. If you just hold still for a minute, I can explain everything to you.
4. She may seem strict but underneath she has a heart of gold.
5. I don't know why she was having a go at Steve. It wasn't his fault.
6. Environmentalists mustn't lose heart even when it seems like some people are ignoring them.
7. I'm happy to help her out but I don't want to be taken for granted.
8. Martin kept his head and didn't panic despite the chaos around him.