Tuesday, 26 March 2024

10.7.- Extreme Adjectives and How to Write an Essay

What type of adjectives are the ones in orange?


Vocabulary Exercise 1 on page 86 about Extreme Adjectives on Wordwall

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/70726495


Vocabulary Exercise 2 on page 86 about Classifying the Extreme Adjectives into Positive and Negative

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/70726609


Individual Online Exercise about Extreme Adjectives

https://www.englishcoursemalta.com/learn/extreme-adjectives-exercises/


Collaborative Reading Aloud of the Exam Task and the Sample Essay on page 86


 Essay Structure





Source: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/Images/581163-b2-first-for-schools-preparing-for-exam-success-self-study-writing-activities-part-1.pdf


Individual Writing Exam Task on page 86

10.6.- Phrasal Verbs with 'out'

 What type of verbs are they?


Say a phrasal verb with its definition and a statement in which is used.
For example, 'Put off which means to postpone: the concert needs to be put off because of the weather,'




Collaborative Vocabulary Exercise on Wordwall about identifying the Meaning of the Phrasal Verbs with 'out'

Collaborative Exercise 2 on page 85

Individual Exam Task on page 85

Oral Practice about the Phrasal Verbs with 'out'


10.5.- Speaking Part 3 and 4



Do you remember what speaking test parts 3 and 4 are about?


Video about the Speaking Test B2 Part 3


Video quiz:


Video about the Speaking Test B2 Part 4



Book Exercises on page 84







10.4.- Review of the causative


What do you wish someone did for you?

for example, 'I wish my wife prepared my breakfast every morning.'




Collaborative Book Exercise 5 on page 83

Individual Online Exercise about the Causative

https://www.tolearnenglish.com/cgi2/myexam/voir2r.php?id=119087


Oral Practice of Book Exercise 6 on page 83

10.3.- Review of wish and if only


 

Say a product you wish and why?


for example, 'an American cheesecake made of Swiss cheese as it tastes delicious'







Collaborative Online Exercise about Wishes and Regrets

Individual Online Exercise about Wishes and Regrets

Oral Practice about Wishes and Regrets

10.2.- More Shopping Vocabulary and Listening Practices



What do you think about shopping in Cancun?

for example, 'I honestly think shopping at Liverpool in Plaza Las Américas is a delightful experience due to its wide selection of brands and the comfortable shopping environment.'

I honestly think...

I am absolutely convinced that...

I firmly believe that...

Undoubtedly, I think...

I strongly feel that...

Clearly, it seems to me that...

I am completely sure that...


Collaborative Reading Aloud of the Article Shopping in London to introduce More Shopping Vocabulary




Shopping in London


In London, shopping is an immersive experience, offering a diverse range of brands and products to cater to every taste.  The city boasts a vast catalogue of stores, from iconic luxury brands in upscale areas like Mayfair to trendy boutiques in Shoreditch. Whether strolling down bustling high streets or exploring hidden gems in vibrant neighborhoods, shoppers can find an impressive array of options on offer.

 

At the checkout, Londoners often opt for the convenience of debit cards, streamlining transactions with ease. However, it's crucial to remain vigilant about overspending and accumulating debt, especially in a city known for its tempting shopping destinations. 


Many retailers in London provide guarantees on their products, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction, which adds to the overall shopping experience. From the grandeur of Westfield shopping centres to the charm of Covent Garden's market stalls, London offers a diverse mall landscape.


Whether navigating crowded aisles with a trolley in a supermarket or clicking items off an online shopping list, the city's shopping scene caters to various preferences and lifestyles. London truly epitomizes the essence of shopping, blending tradition with innovation to create a dynamic retail environment for locals and tourists alike.


Exercise about More Shopping Vocabulary on Wordwall

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/70722282


Book Exercise 1 on page 82


Oral Book Exercise 2 on page 82


Listening Exam Task on page 82

10.1.- Clothing and Shopping Vocabulary


What is your favourite clothing store and why?


Collaborative Exercise 1 on page 80 about matching the opposite adjectives on Wordwall

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/70720394


Team discussion of exercises 3 and 4 on page 80

Oral Team Discussion



Individual Oral Practice by turns


Collaborative reading of exercise 5 on page 80


Exercise 5 on page 80 part 1 on Wordwal:
https://wordwall.net/es/resource/92818057


Exercise 5 on page 80 part 2 on Wordwall:

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/92818395


Individual Reading Practice of the Exam task on pages 80 and 81


Position of the Adverbs of Manner and Opinion

 

Part 1: Adverbs of Manner

 

Adverbs of manner describe how an action is performed.
They usually end in -ly, but not always.
They answer the question: How?

 

🏗️ Position Rules for Adverbs of Manner:

 

Rule 1: They usually go after the main verb or after the object (if there is one)

  • Verb only:
    He speaks clearly.
    She drives slowly.
  • Verb + object:
    She paints the wall carefully.
    They answered the questions politely.

 

Rule 2: With intransitive verbs (no object), place the adverb directly after the verb

Examples:

  • He runs fast.
  • They arrived early.
  • She smiles sweetly.

 

Rule 4: Use adverbs of manner at the beginning or end of the sentence for emphasis (less common)

  • At the beginning (formal/literary style):
    Slowly, she walked away.

  • At the end (most natural position):
    ➤ She walked away slowly.


Part 2: Adverbs of Opinion

 

Definition: The adverbs of opinion express what the speaker thinks about a situation, action, or fact. They reflect attitudes, beliefs, or judgments, and are used to show certainty, doubt, evaluation, or perspective. (e.g., clearly, obviously, unfortunately).

 

Position Rules:

 

Rule 1: Often placed at the beginning of a sentence:

·       Obviously, he made a mistake.

·       Fortunately, no one was hurt.

 

Rule 2: They can also go before the main verb (except be) or after the auxiliary/modal:

·       She clearly forgot the meeting.

·       He has obviously lied.

·       They will probably come.

 

Rule 3: With the verb to be, they come after the verb:

·       He is obviously tired.

·       They are definitely right.

 

Collaborative Online Exercise:

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/92822217


Individual Online Exercise

https://www.topworksheets.com/t/xWXoLAxxEjc


9.6.- How to Write a Report



Have you ever written a report?

for example, 'When I was in high school, I had to write a report every single school week in relation to my weekly chemistry experiment as I used to go to the chemistry lab on Mondays.'


Collaborative Reading of the Exam Task and the Sample Report on page 78


Exercise 1 on page 78:

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/114754088


How to Write a Report


Report Structure or Format

 

1.- Title

2.- Introduction

The purpose of this report is to….

3.- Subheading + Paragraph 

Give the relevant facts.

4.- Subheading + Paragraph 

Give the relevant facts.

5.- Subheading + Paragraph 

Give the relevant facts.

6.- Conclusion

Summarise and Make your recommendations.


Useful Report Phrases


1.- for the introduction (the goal of the report):

The aim of this report is to...
As requested, this report has been written to...
This report aims to outline/assess...
The purpose behind this report is to...

2.- for the body or development:

The first observation to make concerns…
It has to been stressed that…
According to (the majority of respondents)…
In spite of (the fact that)…
Despite (the fact that)…
The outlook for …… is (far from) bright/optimistic/depressing/daunting
The future looks bleak/remains uncertain/is promising
This seems unlikely in the near/foreseeable future

3.- to start the conclusion:

To sum up,...
In conclusion,…
From the research, it can be concluded that…

4.- for the recommendations:

I suggest/recommend
I would like to suggest/recommend
I therefore suggest
I advise you (not) to
I believe it would be beneficial
It would be advisable to
You may wish/want to consider
If you wish to…, you should
If we wish to…, we ought to


Individual Assignment of Writing a Report about places to spend free time on Write & Improve: 

https://writeandimprove.com/workbooks#/wi-workbooks/e203fdd9-cb2e-459d-a36e-0b6a026cbfe6/tasks/68959ff5-fd8f-4aed-93ce-a70821034cf6

9.5. Nouns suffixes


What is your favourite TV show and why?



List of common B2-level noun suffixes in English

 


 

Collaborative Book Exercise 2 on page 77 on Wordwall

Exercise 1 on page 77

Individual Online Exercise of Noun Suffixes


Collaborative Exercise

Collaborative Exercise 4 on page 77

Exam Task on page 77

9.4.- Speaking Test Part 2

 


Do you how the speaking test part 2 takes place?

Video about the Speaking Test Part 2

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Book Exercises on Page 76

9.3.- Reading and Use of English Part 7



Opening Speaking Practice: Team Discussion


Collaborative Reading Aloud of the Magazine Article on pages 74 and 75


Individual Grammar Exercise 5 on page 75


Collaborative Vocabulary Exercise 6 on page 75 on Wordwall:

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/92885514


Individual Reading Exam Task on page 74


9.2.- Reivew of Reported Speech and Reporting Verbs




 Who is your favourite artist? Do you remember what they commented in an interview?


Collaborative Online Exercise about Reported Sentences

Individual Online Exercise about Reported Sentences

Speaking Activity: Say a gossip about one of your favourite artists using the reported speech.

A blogger said that Sabrina Carpenter had secretly written a song about a famous ex-boyfriend after their breakup.



Video

Listening Exercise


Collaborative Online Exercise about Reported Questions

Individual Online Exercise about Reported Questions

Collaborative Exercise 6 on page 73

Video for the Listening Exercise:

Listening Exercise:

Interview Summary: Ryan Walker Talks About Fame and Future Projects

Last night, journalist Danielle Brooks interviewed famous TV star Ryan Walker on the programme Celebrity Spotlight. During the interview, Ryan spoke about his career, personal experiences, and future plans.

Ryan explained that becoming famous had changed his life completely. He admitted that he sometimes felt stressed because of the pressure of social media and public attention. However, he insisted that hard work and discipline were the keys to success in the entertainment industry.

The actor also revealed that he is currently working on a new television series that will be released next year. He promised to continue acting in dramatic roles because he enjoys challenging characters. In addition, he offered to support young actors by giving free workshops in his hometown.

During the interview, Ryan advised teenagers to follow their dreams and never give up. He recommended practising every day and learning from mistakes. He also warned young celebrities about the dangers of fame and reminded them to stay close to their families and friends.

At the end of the interview, Ryan apologised for cancelling some public events earlier this year. He explained that he needed time to recover from exhaustion after filming his last series.

Overall, the interview gave viewers a better understanding of Ryan Walker’s professional life and personality. His honesty and positive attitude made the interview inspiring and engaging.




Collaborative Exercise 7 on page 73

Individual Exercise 8 on page 73

Friday, 22 March 2024

9.1. Media Vocabulary and Listening about Fame and Media

What do you see in the following pictures?

Video of Media Vocabulary


Individual Vocabulary Exercise of Media:

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/114035741


Collaborative Exercise 1 on page 72 on Wordwall:

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/70706211


Brainstorming of show on different streaming platforms

What are the most popular streaming platforms?

Collaborative Vocabulary Online Exercise about TV shows

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/17618927 


Speaking Activity: Record a voice note in teams about different TV or streaming shows.

The show I will talk about is Emily in Paris which is a sitcom. It is about an American girl who moves to Paris in France for a higher job position in Marketing. While living in Paris she falls in love with different European guys but her relationships are hopeless. Consequently, I strongly recommend watching it if you want to laugh and get delighted with breathtaking views.


Comment pieces of information:
Show name
Genre
Plot
Recommendation and reason


Report on Careers in TV and Streaming Shows

Introduction

This report describes important careers in the television and streaming industry and explains how these professionals contribute to successful programs.

Filming and Production

A camera operator records scenes and controls camera movements during filming. A producer manages schedules, budgets, and the production team to ensure everything runs smoothly. In addition, a set designer creates the environments where scenes take place.

Writing and Editing

A scriptwriter creates stories, characters, and dialogue for TV programs and streaming series. After filming, an editor organizes video clips, adds sound effects, and prepares the final version of the show.

News and Communication

An interviewer asks questions during documentaries or talk shows. An investigative journalist researches important topics to discover the truth. A newsreader presents information in the studio, while a news reporter reports events from different locations. Finally, a presenter introduces programs and keeps audiences interested.

Conclusion and Recommendations

Media professionals should follow Lasallian values by promoting honesty, teamwork, respect, and service. By creating responsible and educational content, they can entertain audiences while contributing positively to society.


Individual Vocabulary Exercise 3 on page 72:

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/114039369


Individual Listening Exam Task on Page 72


8.6. Reason and Result Links and How to write an Article



Brainstorming: What do you use your laptop for?

for example, 'for designing the visual aids for my lessons'


Listening Exercise: The Use of Laptop in the Contemporary World

https://www.topworksheets.com/t/bX35CPokxgo


Video: The Use of Laptop in the Contemporary World





Individual Exercise 1 on page 70 of completing the sentences with the following words:

account · because · consequently · owing · reason · result · since · therefore · view · why

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/113789223


Hangman of Technological Devices:

https://wordwall.net/resource/113796862


Collaborative Reading of the Exam Task on Page 70 and the Sample Article


How to write a B2-level Article

Article Structure

 

1.- Title
Think of an interesting title which will make people want to read your article.

 

2.- Introduction
Start your article in an interesting way. You could ask the reader a question or make a strong statement.

 

3.- 1st body paragraph

The first paragraph should involve the reader in some way.

 

4.- 2nd body paragraph

Build on the interest you have raised in the first paragraph by telling the next part of the story.

 

5.- Conclusion
Finish the article in an interesting way.  This could be humorous or thought-provoking.

 

Source: 

SKIMINS, Adam (2024) How to write article  B2-First (FCE) in Article on  https://engxam.com/handbook/how-to-write-an-article-b2-first-fce/#b2-first-fce-article-structure


Individual Assignment according to the Writing Exam Task Guidelines on Page 70

8.5. Collocations and Reading and Use of English Part 1


What technological equipment do you think can be operated with software?



Individual Listening Exercise

Collaborative Exercise 1 about Collocations on page 69 on Wordwall

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/70703696


Collaborative Book Exercise 2 on page 69

https://wordwall.net/es/resource/113650998


Team Opinion Speaking Activity – Satellite Software Under Pressure

Level

B2 English

Objective

Students will express opinions, agree and disagree politely, justify ideas, and discuss technology problems in teams.

Activity Title

Could Humans Still Control the Situation?

Instructions

Work in teams of 3–4 students.

Read the situation from the satellite story and discuss the questions together. Every student must participate actively in the discussion.

After discussing, students must answer all the questions in a written way using complete sentences and clear arguments.

Try to use expressions for:

  • agreeing
  • disagreeing
  • giving reasons
  • speculating

Discussion Situation

A dangerous software failure almost destroyed an important satellite communication system belonging to a telecommunications supplier during a storm in Mexico. Engineers believed that a computer worm, poor maintenance, and human error caused the problem.

The engineers finally restored the system, but millions of people were close to losing communication services.

Discussion Questions

  1. Do you think modern satellites depend too much on software? Why or why not?
  2. In your opinion, what was the biggest problem in the story:
  • the computer worm,
  • human error,
  • or poor maintenance?
  1. Should governments invest more money in cybersecurity for satellites and communication systems?
  2. Do you think AI could manage satellite emergencies better than humans in the future?
  3. What could happen if communication satellites stopped working for one full day?
  4. Would you personally like to work in a high-pressure technology job like Andrés or Lucía? Why or why not?

Useful Expressions

Giving Opinions

  • We think that…
  • In our opinion…
  • From our point of view…
  • Personally speaking, we believe…


Speculating

  • It could happen if…
  • They might…
  • There’s a possibility that…

Team Challenge

At the end, each team must agree on ONE final answer:

“What is the most dangerous risk for satellite systems today?”

Then, write a short paragraph explaining your team’s decision and share it with the class.

Plenary: What are satellites used for?

What do you think we would do without satellites on Earth?

Final Project

FINAL PROJECT GUIDELINES * The video must be recorded in person and face-to-face. FINAL PROJECT VIDEO AND SCRIPT What Did the Celebrity Say?...