Vocabulary List

1. wrap up (v) /ræp ʌp/
Definition: To finish or complete something.
Vietnamese: hoàn thành, kết thúc
Example: We need to wrap up the meeting by 5 p.m.

2. highest-grossing (adj) /ˌhaɪəst ˈɡroʊsɪŋ/
Definition: Earning the most money compared to others of its kind.
Vietnamese: doanh thu cao nhất
Example: The movie became the highest-grossing film of the year.

3. concert tour (n) /ˈkɒnsət tʊə(r)/
Definition: A series of performances by an artist or band in different locations.
Vietnamese: chuyến lưu diễn hòa nhạc
Example: The singer’s concert tour sold out in every city.

4. smash someone’s record (v) /smæʃ ˈsʌmwʌnz ˈrekɔːd/
Definition: To break a record set by someone else.
Vietnamese: phá kỷ lục của ai đó
Example: The athlete smashed his own record during the competition.

5. profit (n) /ˈprɒfɪt/
Definition: Money gained after all expenses have been paid.
Vietnamese: lợi nhuận
Example: The company made a significant profit this year.

6. experience (v) /ɪkˈspɪəriəns/
Definition: Knowledge or skill gained through involvement in something.
Vietnamese: kinh nghiệm, trải nghiệm
Example: She gained a lot of experience working in customer service.

7. in person (phrase) /ɪn ˈpɜːsn/
Definition: Being physically present, rather than online or via other methods.
Vietnamese: trực tiếp, có mặt
Example: It’s always better to discuss important matters in person.

8. release (n) /rɪˈliːs/
Definition: The act of making something available to the public.
Vietnamese: sự phát hành
Example: The band’s latest album release was a huge success.

9. impact (v) /ˈɪmpækt/
Definition: A powerful effect or influence on something.
Vietnamese: tác động, ảnh hưởng
Example: The new policy had a significant impact on the economy.

10. local businesses (n) /ˈləʊkəl ˈbɪznɪsɪz/
Definition: Small companies or stores that operate in a particular area.
Vietnamese: các doanh nghiệp địa phương
Example: Local businesses benefited from the increased tourism.

11. boost economies (v) /buːst ɪˈkɒnəmiz/
Definition: To improve or increase the financial condition of an area.
Vietnamese: thúc đẩy nền kinh tế
Example: The event helped boost local economies by attracting tourists.

12. the most thrilling (adj) /ðə məʊst ˈθrɪlɪŋ/
Definition: The most exciting and enjoyable.
Vietnamese: hấp dẫn, ly kỳ nhất
Example: It was the most thrilling experience of my life.

13. chapter of my entire life to date (phrase) /ˈʧæptə(r) əv maɪ ɪnˈtaɪə(r) laɪf tə deɪt/
Definition: A specific period or event in one’s life up to the present time.
Vietnamese: chương đáng nhớ nhất trong cuộc đời tôi đến nay
Example: This tour has been the most rewarding chapter of my entire life to date.

Vocabulary Review Tasks

Task 1: Completion Task

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate word or phrase from the word bank. Use each word or phrase only once.

Word Bank: wrap up, highest-grossing, concert tour, smash someone’s record, profit, experience, in person, release, impacts, local businesses, boost economies, the most thrilling, chapter of her entire life to date

1. The artist’s ________ brought thousands of fans together in cities around the world.
2. We’ll need to ________ the project before the end of the month.
3. The film became the ________ movie of all time, earning millions worldwide.
4. Meeting her favorite actor ________ was a dream come true.
5. The new smartphone’s ________ caused excitement among tech enthusiasts.
6. The music festival positively ________ the tourism industry.
7. The athlete managed to ________ with her new performance time.
8. Small cafés and shops are examples of ________ that benefit from tourism.
9. The government hopes the new infrastructure project will ________.
10. The company made a large ________ after launching its latest product.
11. It was ________ to see the fireworks display on New Year’s Eve.
12. Traveling abroad for the first time was the most memorable ________ of her life.
13. She described the adventure as the ________.

Task 2: Word Form Task

Complete the sentences using the correct form of the word in parentheses.

1. The movie’s ________ (release) was met with great anticipation by fans.
2. He gained valuable ________ (experience) while working in the hospitality industry.
3. The ________ (impact) of the new law was felt immediately by local businesses.
4. The concert became the ________ (high-gross) event in the venue’s history.
5. She felt ________ (thrill) as she climbed to the top of the mountain.

Task 3: Synonym Matching

Match the words on the left with their closest synonyms on the right.

Task 4: Gap-Filling 

Complete the paragraph using the words from the word bank. Use each word only once.

Word Bank: concert tour, release, profit, wrap up, boost economies

The singer’s ________ attracted millions of fans from around the globe, making it one of the most successful events of the year. The ________ of her new album during the tour added to the excitement and generated even more attention. As the event came to a close, she managed to ________ a staggering amount, which she donated to charity. Local governments praised the event for helping to ________, as businesses in every city saw a sharp increase in sales. It took months to ________, but the tour left a lasting impact.

Task 5: Multiple-Choice Task

Choose the correct answer for each question.

1. What does “wrap up” mean?
   a. To start something
   b. To complete something
   c. To make a profit
   d. To cancel something

2. What does “highest-grossing” describe?
   a. A person who spends the most money
   b. Something that earns the most money
   c. An event that receives the most criticism
   d. A project that involves the most people

3. What does “boost economies” mean?
   a. To harm financial growth
   b. To improve financial conditions
   c. To reduce spending
   d. To establish new businesses

4. What does “in person” mean?
   a. Over the phone
   b. Via video call
   c. Physically present
   d. Through email

5. What is the meaning of “smash someone’s record”?
   a. To break a record someone set previously
   b. To criticize someone’s performance
   c. To win a minor competition
   d. To set a goal for yourself

Answer keys

Task 1: Completion Task

1. The artist’s concert tour brought thousands of fans together in cities around the world.
2. We’ll need to wrap up the project before the end of the month.
3. The film became the highest-grossing movie of all time, earning millions worldwide.
4. Meeting her favorite actor in person was a dream come true.
5. The new smartphone’s release caused excitement among tech enthusiasts.
6. The music festival positively impacts the tourism industry.
7. The athlete managed to smash someone’s record with her new performance time.
8. Small cafés and shops are examples of local businesses that benefit from tourism.
9. The government hopes the new infrastructure project will boost economies.
10. The company made a large profit after launching its latest product.
11. It was the most thrilling to see the fireworks display on New Year’s Eve.
12. Traveling abroad for the first time was the most memorable experience of her life.
13. She described the adventure as the chapter of my entire life to date.

Task 2: Word Form Task

1. The movie’s release was met with great anticipation by fans.
2. He gained valuable experience while working in the hospitality industry.
3. The impact of the new law was felt immediately by local businesses.
4. The concert became the highest-grossing event in the venue’s history.
5. She felt thrilled as she climbed to the top of the mountain.

Task 3: Synonym Matching

Task 4: Gap-Filling 

The singer’s concert tour attracted millions of fans from around the globe, making it one of the most successful events of the year. The release of her new album during the tour added to the excitement and generated even more attention. As the event came to a close, she managed to profit a staggering amount, which she donated to charity. Local governments praised the event for helping to boost economies, as businesses in every city saw a sharp increase in sales. It took months to wrap up, but the tour left a lasting impact.

Task 5: Multiple-Choice Task

1. What does “wrap up” mean?
   b. To complete something

2. What does “highest-grossing” describe?
   b. Something that earns the most money

3. What does “boost economies” mean?
   b. To improve financial conditions

4. What does “in person” mean?
   c. Physically present

5. What is the meaning of “smash someone’s record”?
   a. To break a record someone set previously