Describe people and places known widely.
The idea
Famous means known by many people. Use famous for to name the reason: a place can be famous for its gardens.
Examples
- The singer became famous after the festival.
- This village is famous for its gardens.
- A famous writer visited our school.
- The bridge is famous around the world.
- That museum is famous for its collection of maps.
- She met a famous actor on the train.
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Being famous does not necessarily mean being liked or admired.
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Choose the correct answer. The artist is known by millions; they are ___. (famous / unknown)
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famous
Famous fits a widely known artist.
Choose the correct answer. The town is famous ___ its pottery. (for / at)
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for
For introduces the reason the town is known.
Choose the correct answer. Does fame always mean people admire someone? (yes / no)
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no
No is correct: fame does not guarantee admiration.
Practice round
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Choose the correct answer. The artist is known by millions; they are ___. (famous / unknown)
Choose the correct answer. The town is famous ___ its pottery. (for / at)
Choose the correct answer. Does fame always mean people admire someone? (yes / no)
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