V3

School Subjects

Academic subjects · school life · learning verbs

Words 1–4

biology
the science that studies living things  /baɪˈɒlədʒi/
chemistry
the science of substances and how they react  /ˈkemɪstrɪ/
geography
the study of the Earth, its features, and countries  /dʒiˈɒɡrəfi/
literature
written works, especially novels, poetry, and drama  /ˈlɪtərətʃər/
Examples
“We studied photosynthesis in biology class.”
“Chemistry is my favourite science subject.”
“In geography we learn about volcanoes.”
“We read Shakespeare in English literature.”

Words 5–8

mathematics
the study of numbers, shapes, and calculations  /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/
physics
the science of matter, energy, and forces  /ˈfɪzɪks/
history
the study of past events  /ˈhɪstəri/
revision
studying again to prepare for an exam  /rɪˈvɪʒən/
Examples
“Mathematics is essential for engineering.”
“She studied physics at university.”
“We studied the Second World War in history.”
“I need to do revision for my exams next week.”

Words 9–10

assignment
a piece of work given to a student  /əˈsaɪnmənt/
tutor
a private teacher who helps you with a subject  /ˈtjuːtər/
Examples
“The assignment is due on Friday.”
“I have a maths tutor twice a week.”
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