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- 1. JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER! PRACTICE 3 - CULTURE, PASSIONS & AMBITIONS B2
- 2. Judge a book by its cover! Virtual campus: In-class practice: Reading & Use of English Part 3 Speaking + All parts & tips Writing Part 2 - A review OVERVIEW
- 3. SPEAKING PART 1 - THE INTERVIEW WHAT TO EXPECT: - Personal information - Several topics Simple introduction questions. - Present, past or future tenses questions - 3 minutes Ice-breaker THE KEY: - Give a good fi rst impression. - Focus on good pronunciation, and giving a complete and spontaneous answer. - No need to give long answers - AVOID HESITATING & REPEATING YOURSELF KNOW HOW SPEAKING PART 1 2/3 min in total
- 4. Films or books? What do you prefer? I prefer ... to ... My choice will always be ... I'd opt for ... ... sounds like a better option That's a no-brainer! It depends on ... Expressing preference SPEAKING PART 1 2/3 min in total
- 5. What's the most memorable story you've ever read or seen on I vividly remember ... I distinctly remember ... I have fond memories of ... I will never forget I can't get off my mind poignant thought-provoking stirring gripping stunning dramatic gory unsettling hysterical unforgettable Reminiscing SPEAKING PART 1 2/3 min in total
- 6. have a heart of stone cry like a baby come apart at the seams tear up be in tears my heart starts pounding hold back your tears be unimpressed I tend to ... No matter how hard I try ... I always end up ... It depends on ... I'm the type of person who.. I can't say that ... I wouldn't risk saying ... Describing tendencies Has a book/ lm ever made you cry? SPEAKING PART 1 2/3 min in total
- 7. Do you enjoy art? It's not my cup of tea I'm not a huge fan of ... I don't mind... I can do without it I'm rather indifferent towards.. It leaves me cold Likes & Dislikes I'm truly passionate about ... I can't live without ... I can't do without ... I'm a huge fan of ... I could .. over and over again SPEAKING PART 1 2/3 min in total
- 8. SPEAKING PART 2 - LONG TURN WHAT TO EXPECT: - 1 minute without interruption - 2 PICTURES that you have to compare - ANSWER the given task - Give your own opinion - 30 seconds comment after your partner’s long turn THE KEY: - Organise your speech - Speak for as long as possible, the examiner will stop you - IMPORTANT: Answer the question! - Listen to your partner but do not interrupt - AVOID HESITATING AND REPEATING YOURSELF KNOW HOW STRUCTURE Common theme Comparison Speculation Answer the question SPEAKING PART 2 1 min long turn + 30 sec comment
- 9. Why might these people have decided to visit these places? 3. Speculation It seems/appears to me that ... They might /may / could ... I might be wrong, but I think ... I can't be certain, but I guess.. Both pictures present/show … These two pictures share the fact that... 1. Identify the common theme In picture A, as well as in B, …. In contrast to picture A, picture B presents... In picture A one can spot ..., whereas in picture B ... Unlike picture A, picture B ... 2. Compare & Contrast: similarities & differences As for (+ question) In relation to the question... Regarding the question... 4. Answer the question STUDENT A SPEAKING PART 2 1 min long turn + 30 sec comment 1 MIN
- 10. Which of these places would you rather visit? STUDENT B If It was up to me, I would... I’d sooner... Given the choice, I would… Far better to … than … This would be by far the best option. My preference would be to.. Without a shadow of a doubt, I would… No way would I ... Hypothetical preference SPEAKING PART 2 1 min long turn + 30 sec comment 30 SEC
- 11. Why might these people have chosen these types of books? 3. Speculation It seems/appears to me that ... They might /may / could ... I might be wrong, but I think ... I can't be certain, but I guess.. Both pictures present/show … These two pictures share the fact that... 1. Identify the common theme In picture A, as well as in B, …. In contrast to picture A, picture B presents... In picture A one can spot ..., whereas in picture B ... Unlike picture A, picture B ... 2. Compare & Contrast: similarities & differences As for (+ question) In relation to the question... Regarding the question... 4. Answer the question STUDENT A SPEAKING PART 2 1 min long turn + 30 sec comment 1 MIN
- 12. Which of these options do you prefer while studying? STUDENT B Although I do appreciate ... I completely understand those who ... , yet... With all due respect to ... I must say... A part of me understands why ... , but... Partial agreement SPEAKING PART 2 1 min long turn + 30 sec comment 30 SEC
- 13. SPEAKING PART 3 - INTERACTION WHAT TO EXPECT: - Interaction between candidates - You will be given a discussion question and 5 written prompts - 2 - 3 minutes conversation - Discuss, make and respond to suggestions - Negotiation between candidates - The interlocutor will ask you to summarise at some point. THE KEY: - Organise your speech - Focus on giving your opinion - Support your opinions with reasons - Respond to your partner's opinions and suggestions - Easier if you purposely disagree with your partner. - You don’t need to come to an agreement. - PREPARE PART 3 & 4 together! KNOW HOW SPEAKING PART 3 2 min conversation + 1 min to summarize
- 14. Future entertainment How might these forms of spending free time evolve in the future? Reading Museums and art galleries Creative activities (e.g.DIY) Theatre and cinema Listening to music Am I right thinking that ... ? Basically, what you are saying is that ... Do you mean ... ? Just to make it clear, have you just said...? Excuse me, I'm not sure if I got your point. Ensuring understanding: SPEAKING PART 3 2 min conversation + 1 min to summarize
- 15. SPEAKING PART 4 - DISCUSSION WHAT TO EXPECT: - General conversation based on the topic in part 3 - Both of you will have to give your opinions. - IT’S THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO SHOW THAT YOU ARE CAPABLE OF DISCUSSING ISSUES IN DEPTH THE KEY: - Organise your speech - Focus on developing the conversation - Listen to the questions carefully and answer them according to your opinion BUT ALWAYS: Support your opinions with reasons KNOW HOW SPEAKING PART 4 4 min conversation
- 16. Do people nowadays have less free time than previous generations did? Explaining reasons It might be due to ... It could be because ... Such a situation stems from ... The main trigger for ... is ... The reason for ... could be found in... ... is to blame (negative) SPEAKING PART 4 4 min conversation
- 17. Why might some people turn away from cultural activities such Explaining reasons It might be due to ... It could be because ... Such a situation stems from ... The main trigger for ... is ... The reason for ... could be found in... ... is to blame (negative) SPEAKING PART 4 4 min conversation
- 18. What could be done to encourage children to reading? Explaining reasons It might be due to ... It could be because ... Such a situation stems from ... The main trigger for ... is ... The reason for ... could be found in... ... is to blame (negative) SPEAKING PART 4 4 min conversation
- 19. Should art and culture be a compulsory school subject? Explaining reasons It might be due to ... It could be because ... Such a situation stems from ... The main trigger for ... is ... The reason for ... could be found in... ... is to blame (negative) SPEAKING PART 4 4 min conversation
- 20. Is art and culture important for the modern Explaining reasons It might be due to ... It could be because ... Such a situation stems from ... The main trigger for ... is ... The reason for ... could be found in... ... is to blame (negative) SPEAKING PART 4 4 min conversation
- 21. Reading & Use of English: Part 3 - Word Formation Vocabulary | Pre fi xes | Suf fi xes What to expect: A text with 8 gaps Stem word Form an appropriate word from the word given KEY: Skim the text - general meaning What type of word are you looking for? (Noun, verb adjective …?) Plural, singular, negative? Make sure the spelling is correct Read the full text again 1p READING & UOE 1h 15 min / 7 parts
- 22. According to researchers, not only does singing in a choir make us feel good, it may also be ......... (BENEFIT) to our health. A recent online survey of people who sang in choirs, played team sports or took up dancing all yielded very high levels of ......... (PSYCHOLOGY) well-being. However, it was the choristers who stood out as feeling the most ....... (LIFT). Why is this? Singing in a choir was shown to be ...... (SIGNIFY) more effective at improving the mood of its .... (PARTICIPATE) because of synchronized moving and breathing with other people. Alternatively, it could simply be the fact that being part of a .... (MEAN) group is particularly satisfying. Over the years researchers have found that choral singing has a number of health bene fi ts as well, including boosting the immune system and lowering stress levels. One study has even suggested that it can increase life .... (EXPECT). Although researchers admit that some of their studies are still ..... (SPECULATE), they feel there does seem to be the .... (IMPLY) that singing in a group is more than just fun. Reading & Use of English: Part 3 - Word Formation READING & UOE 1h 15 min / 7 parts