Exercise 1: Multiple Choice – Medical Vocabulary
Select the correct word or phrase for each situation:
Example: What do you call a written order for medication?
Answer: Prescription
1. What is the term for a routine medical examination?
2. What do you call an elevated body temperature?
3. What is the term for signs of illness?
4. What is the identification of an illness called?
5. What do you call a scheduled meeting with the doctor?
6. What is the term for a reflex action to clear the throat?
7. What is the term for an adverse reaction to something?
8. What is the force of blood against artery walls called?
9. What is the term for feeling lightheaded?
10. What is the term for a headache?
Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks – Conversations
Complete the sentences with appropriate words or phrases:
Example: “I’d like to make an ________.” (Answer: appointment)
1. “I’ve been feeling very ________ lately.” (Hint: tired)
2. “Can you describe your ________?” (Hint: signs of illness)
3. “I have a bad ________.” (Hint: pain in the head)
4. “I feel very ________.” (Hint: light-headed)
5. “Do I need a ________?” (Hint: written order for medication)
6. “What’s the ________?” (Hint: identification of an illness)
7. “I’ve been ________ a lot.” (Hint: clearing the throat reflexively)
8. “My ________ is high today.” (Hint: force of blood against artery walls)
9. “I think I have an ________.” (Hint: adverse reaction to something)
10. “How long will it take to ________?” (Hint: get better)
Exercise 3: Match Greetings and Responses
Match the phrase to the most appropriate context:
Example: You want to ask about recovery time.
Answer: How long will it take to recover?
1. You want to know what’s wrong with you.
2. You want to request medication.
3. You want to schedule a visit.
4. You want to describe how you feel.
5. You want to ask about your health condition.
6. You want to confirm if you need medicine.
7. You want to describe a symptom.
8. You want to check your health regularly.
9. You want to explain your discomfort.
10. You want to ask about recovery.