FCE Practice

Hi guys!

Here is the practice I told you about.

It's mandatory to at least do one Reading paper and one Use of English paper with all their parts.

You must either print the pages or write your answers on your notebooks.

See you tomorrow!

Back to reality!

Hi guys!

I hope you enjoy your spring break. Here are some activities to help you prepare for this week's test.

This module was mostly about modals, so here's a bunch of links for you to practice.

Modals and related verbs in present 1
Modals and related verbs in present 2
Modals in present 3
Expressions with modals
Modals in past 1
Modals in past 2
Modals in general

The other topic we saw is expressions of quantity. Click here, and here.

I hope this helps you remember what we worked on before the holidays. If you have any questions, drop me a line.

Practice for exam module 3

Hi guys!

Here are some activities for you to study as promised. 

Future forms one and two. 

An easy one, but good practice for the difference between will and going to.

Future perfect. (pay attention to the list of verbs you have to use)

Reporting verbs.

More reporting verbs. (again, pay attention to the list of verbs you have to use)

The game we played in class. Remember! It has a grammar explanation. 

Ellipsis

Verbs Take / Put

I think you should be good to go with those. Do study and if you have questions, drop me a line. 

Review module 2.

Hello guys!

Exam is soon, so here you have something to help you study:

Infinitives and gerunds presentation.

Infinitives and gerunds practice. *

Infinitives and gerunds that change meaning practice. *

Negatives practice. 

Questions practice.

Hypothesizing practice 1 and practice 2.

Conditionals practice. *

Inversions explanation and practice  *


You can also practice with your iChecker (Workbook CD). Take the exams for Units 4 and 11.

As for the exercises above, if you're not going to do them all, try to do at least the ones with a * .

If you have any questions, leave a comment here.

Good luck!


Oh. Alejandro, Look what I found!

And... for those who do not share our love for Doctor Who, but like TBBT.

VLOG

Hello guys!

Here you have the specs for your vlog:

     * Topic: dreams, wishes and regrets.

     * 2 sessions of 6 to 8min each. Optional to make 3 sessions of 4 to 5 min each.

     * Must be done in different days.

     * Must include several conditional sentences.

     * Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, fluency and content will be graded.

     * It’s not necessary to edit it, but must have clear image and sound.

     * Both sessions must be uploaded by the day of the exam.

        Send links to kruizvelasco@idec.edu.mx

Be creative guys!


Update: You'll have until Wednesday, but don't leave it for the very last minute. Ok?

Writing an essay

Hey guys!

A tad late, but here it is.

Requirements:

200-250 words

About one of the topics below

Using impersonal language

Must have the structure of an essay (4-5 paragraphs)

Must include 5 conjunctions from previous session. (highlighted)

Must include 10 infinitives and gerunds. (highlighted)

By computer

Topics:

• 80% to stay at Ciencias.
• Does technology make us more alone?
• Do teachers use technology well?
• Does reality TV promote stereotypes?
• Can a video game be a work of art?
• Is school more designed for girls than boys?
• Are football players overpaid?
• When is the use of military force justified?
• Is modern culture ruining childhood?
• When should you be able to buy cigarettes, drink alcohol, vote, fight in wars?
• Is it ethical to eat meat?
• Do bystanders have a responsibility to intervene when there is trouble?

Structure:
          Follow this link.

Impersonal language examples:

If you have any questions, leave a comment here.

Happy writing everyone!