Vocabulary

• back then: At that time in the past.
• symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
• in love with: Feeling romantic love for someone.
• take in: To allow to enter; receive as a guest
• on foot
• distant memory: A memory that is old and not very clear.
• in the streets: Located or happening outdoors in public roads or areas.
• in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
• in trouble: Experiencing difficulties, problems, or legal issues.
• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• around the corner: Very near; close by.
• around town: In the local area or vicinity.
• also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
• in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
• at a time: Separately; one by one
• up the hill: In an upward direction on a slope or hill.
• with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
• for example: As an illustration or instance.
• hold in: To hide your emotions and not let them show
• get around to: To finally start doing something you avoided doing
• rather than: More exactly; more correctly
• on the rise: Increasing; becoming more popular or common.
• in hand: In one's possession or control.
• go hand in hand: Two things closely related or connected, usually occurring together.
• walk through: To show someone carefully how to do something
• in red: Marked or written using the colour red.
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• upper body: The part of the body above the waist, including the chest, back, shoulders, and arms.
• enthusiasm: Hobby or interest that you are passionate about
• epic: Going on for a long time; awe-inspiring
• concentration: Amount or number of something in a thing or place
• grand: A counter for 1000 of something
• communist: Believer in communism
• enlightenment: State of having a lot of knowledge and wisdom
• square: Shape with 4 equal length sides and 4 equal angles
• century: Period of 100 years
• language: Words or signs used to communicate messages
• cemetery: Place where people are buried after they die
• statue: Stone or metal image of a person, often carved
• emperor: Man who rules an empire
• orchestra: Large group who perform instrumental music
• catholic: One of many Christian belief systems
• cathedral: Large impressive main church in a particular area
• knowledge: Information, understanding, or skill
• freedom: State of being free, not being controlled
• age: To keep food, wine for a long time to improve it
• castle: Large defensive building in historical times
• chapel: Room to hold religious services
• pet: Animal kept by a person for company and friendship
• bridge: Structure built over river, road so you can cross
• saint: Person who is very good, kind or patient
• museum: Building to display art/science/history objects
• den: Home of some types of wild animals
• church: Building where Christians gather and pray to God
• town: Small city
• monastery: Place where monks live
• importance: Being important; having a big effect on
• river: Flowing water that runs from mountains to the sea
• gothic: With mysterious/frightening events, as in a castle
• tram: Vehicle that runs on cables or rails
• art: Creative skill using the imagination e.g. painting
• golden: Dark yellow color often seen in sunsets
• czech: A native of inhabitant of the Czech Republic
• city: Area with many buildings, roads and people
• nationalism: Love of your country, e.g. leading to war
• beer: Alcoholic drink that is made from wheat or grains
• king: Person considered the best or top at something
• roman: A typeface used in ancient Roman inscriptions
• rick: Pile in ricks
• st: Abbreviation for street
• jan: 1st month of the year