Pre-intermediate A2. The words, of course must be real words, spelt correctly as checked against the word list of 52,000 words and must contain between 3 and 7 letters. Read the tips for keeping your desk tidy and then do the exercises to practise and improve your reading skills. It is important to bear in mind that the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is the system that defines and explains the different levels of oral and written expression and comprehension for languages such as The simple answer is: everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a filling and delicious meal. Finally, do the grammar exercises to check you understand, and can use, verb + ing and verb + infinitive correctly. 51 KB. Choose a lesson. The activities will help you to understand and to learn A2 reading; Are you a good digital citizen? EnglishScore Tutors is the British Council’s one-to-one tutoring platform for 13- to 17-year-olds. britishcouncil. They are in red in the subtitles. Improving your skills will help you do well at school, get good marks in your English tests and exams, and get more out of your free Join thousands of learners from around the world who are improving their English speaking skills with our live online classes and personal tutoring courses. 85 KB. Make a start today. Don't be afraid of making mistakes. A train timetable - answers 139. a venue. They work for a company that sells things. 99 KB. It is easy to like Auggie. Go past the traffic lights and go straight on until you get to the roundabout. [4] If we revise the information …. the department that takes care of people who buy products or services. 76 KB. Texts include emails, invitations, personal messages, tips, notices and signs. If you turn left at the post office and keep going past the big white house on Charles Road, there's a small side street behind it with the houses 50–56 in. My city - exercises 462. It was the second time this term. Tour of London - answers 254. where something is. I always thought that meant ‘Don’t be afraid, because bad things are never as bad as you think they will be. lucky → luckier → luckiest happy → happier → happiest. Listen to the conversation between a customer and a shop assistant and do the exercises to practise and improve your listening skills. Are you a pre-intermediate (CEFR level A2) learner of English? Practise and improve your reading skills with these texts and exercises. Are you a learner at A1 English level (elementary)? This section offers reading practice to help you understand simple information, words and sentences about known topics. A restaurant menu. She was feeling sick. We also use in with other physical locations such as: Join thousands of learners from around the world who are improving their English listening skills with our online courses. In the morning, someone saw the bear and called the police. Transcript. 18 KB. I always enjoy reading your writing too; you have very good ideas. Going out - answers 140. At Charles School, 15 hours of General English costs between £190 and £270. Kamal was trying not to smile. Each question is in the format of multiple choice and you will have a choice of three possible answers. Learn English in your own time, at your own pace. Olympic sports - exercises 282. Shopping signs and notices - adverts 439. ‘I spend all of Sunday having ideas for videos to film that week,’ says Jessii. Each lesson has a preparation task, a reading text and two tasks to check your understanding and to practise a variety of reading skills. Worksheets and downloads. Pi finds himself in a lifeboat with a hyena, zebra, orang-utan and a tiger. Go straight on. There are recordings of different situations and interactive exercises that practise the Deshi’s mum opened the door. 42 MB. 1,000 people or fewer. c. 2. Don't ask me why the side street doesn't have a different name! But call me if you get lost and I'll come and get you. good at doing something. In the west and middle of the country the weather is dry, but cloudy. This can be done over two lessons. Listen and draw. If most of the things on your list are about pleasure, that is what you think makes you happy. something that makes life easier and fits with your needs. 3. Work. He has collected art for his whole life. Each lesson has a preparation task, a reading text and two tasks to check your understanding and to On the way, there is a terrible storm and the ship sinks. Play our word games and have fun as you improve your vocabulary. Reading; Writing; Speaking; Grammar . Do the preparation exercise first. Do group activities. Dec 27, 2023 · Hi,I'm Han-a Vietnamese person. Giving instructions. Are you a pre-intermediate (CEFR level A2) learner of English? Practise and improve your writing skills with these texts and exercises. But between 5. Materials: The materials can be downloaded below in PDF and PPTX format. Tom is like any other teenager. I would love to show you Berlin, especially in the winter. Daily routine - exercises 333. Babysitter needed. Definitions. Good language learners notice their mistakes and learn from them. Lesson plan for remote teaching contexts; Lesson plan for face-to-face classroom teaching; Presentation; Student worksheets British Council | Aptis - English - Reading - A2 2016-07-30T08:08:00. He ran out of the house and there she was! She was sitting in her dad’s car with the window open. Kamal and Grant started laughing. The clothes are in the wardrobe. – 6 p. org/learnenglishkids © British Council 2022 The United Kingdom’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. Get the score you need with private and group classes. near to. A. Check your vocabulary: multiple choice. Look at this guide for tourists visiting California, then do the exercises to improve your reading skills. Daisy and Oliver’s mum is working in Thailand this week. 50. Travel guide. Recipe for my favorite food: Albondigas in sauce Ingredients 1/2 kg minced meat 1 egg 50g breadcrumbs 1 garlic clove 100ml milk extra virgin olive oil Salt Parsley For the sauce: 2 onions 1 carrot 2 garlic cloves 1 tablespoon flour 1 glass of white wine extra virgin olive oil Salt Preparation of the recipe of meatballs in sauce: Soak the Vocabulary exercise to help learn words to talk about what you do every day. He cooks dinner for all the family: mum, dad, younger brother Joe and older sister www. In 2010, when he was 80, he went into the Rocky Mountains by car and then on foot. Then read the conversation below to learn more. You said you have never seen snow – you will see lots here! Here's a photo of you and me at the restaurant in Sydney. We learn what life is like for his sister Definitions. 96 KB. Then it found some food in bins outside a restaurant and started eating. On Monday, Mrs Gibson called. Practise your reading, writing, listening Instructions. My city - answers 197. It wasn’t possible! A train. But they saw each other when they could and they met each other's parents. This is a simple speaking activity that can be used with CEFR A2 level groups to provide practice in using prepositions of place and giving clear instructions. My grandmother was born in Sweden. One said that the things we see in our dreams are things we keep in our subconscious because we don’t want or need to think about them when we’re awake. They've got the friendliest waiters! With most adjectives with typical adjective endings, and with two or more syllables, you use more/most + adjective. At Elizabeth School, you have to ask if you Reading practice. [1] We forget the fastest in the first 24 hours. You will improve your reading fluency and comprehension and develop Twenty-three-year-old Jessii from Ontario, Canada, turns her life into her work, six days a week. Deshi dropped his schoolbag and she turned to look at him. Going out - exercises 690. Vocabulary. And, worst of all, his hands were really dirty. Let me know if there's anything you do/don't like to eat. able to use original ideas to create something. Even he joked that no one had known he was such a good doctor before he met Charlotte. You are given a random assortment of 16 letters in a 4x4 grid and are set a time limit of 3 minutes. Go past the theatre. But the book isn’t just about Auggie. The self-study lessons in this section are written and organised by English level based on the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR). 17 KB. Go past the traffic lights and take the second right on to King’s Road. Reading. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation. Improve your English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills with our selection of online courses. Call Mary on 678345211. inside a plane, boat or train. After a lot of bad luck, Charlotte was in a car accident. food and drinks. People often get things wrong. D. Whether you are looking for a conference venue or a place to have your meetings and your training days, the International Centre is the perfect modern space for your event. It tells an inspiring story that makes you feel many different emotions. You will meet with our head of sales, Susan Park, and the interview will last for about 45 minutes. known by many people. It’s the building next to the theatre, opposite the hospital. She didn’t go back to school that week. Are you an intermediate (CEFR level B1) learner of English? Practise and improve your reading skills with these texts and exercises. safe. Daisy is chatting to her brother Oliver, and his best mate Alfie, about her new boyfriend. Discover our online English courses. Once I started reading it, I didn’t want to stop. The lesson works well with adults and teenagers. A train timetable - exercises 992. They Present simple. Suddenly the door opened with a bang and a zombie appeared, shouting and moving its arms. That was a very fun night! Remember the singing Englishman? Crazy! Please send me any other photos you have of that night. Level A2 corresponds to those users who can understand basic expressions and communicate in a simple manner. Maria. Texts include posters, messages, forms and timetables. Around the 18th and 19th centuries, there were two popular ideas about dreams. a machine like a laptop, mobile phone or tablet. Talking about your family. A1-A2 grammar; B1-B2 grammar; Vocabulary . So no rain for you, but it is quite windy and the temperature is just 10º. Our Reading zone has stories, articles and reviews that have been specially written for English language learners, at three different levels. There's a bookshop in the shopping centre. Tour of London - transcript 256. 34 KB. I going to share my favorite dish. But now I know it means ‘Fear makes bad things happen. The flowers were dead, and the coffee looked disgusting and grey. Designed to assess the English language skills of children, the Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) qualifications are available at three assessment levels (Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers and A2 Flyers) that encourage children (aged between 4 to 12) to work Worksheets and downloads. The International Centre. 88 KB. e. 52. Listen to some phone messages with directions to practise and improve your listening skills. We use in to talk about a place that is inside a bigger space, such as a box, a house, a city or a country. She didn’t switch on her computer or mobile phone. on Monday 21 September at our offices at The Shard, 32 London Bridge Street, London. He wasn’t hungry. 57 KB. Learn new words connected to a wide range of different topics. Our online English classes feature lots of useful learning materials and activities to help you improve your understanding of grammar in a safe and inclusive learning environment. She looked back. . 23 KB. Find an English course for adults; Find an English course for your child The result is called The Forgetting Curve. He has a good sense of humour, so the book has a good mix of funny and sad moments. There is a metro next to the offices. A2, British Council, LearnEnglish, Reading skills Created Date: 5/6/2019 9:11:29 AM There are different types of texts and interactive exercises that practise the reading skills you need to do well at school, get good marks in your tests and exams, and get more out of your free-time activities. Texts include articles, travel guides, emails, adverts and reviews. You can see from your marks that reading is not a problem for you. A1 reading. 52 KB. The south of the country has the best weather today. Sadly, Pi’s family and the ship’s sailors die in the What can an A2-level learner of English do? They can understand sentences and common expressions about familiar topics, including very basic personal and family information, shopping, places of interest and work. One-to-one sessions focused on a personal plan. It looked as if he had been digging in the garden – or worse. 53 KB. Practise using grammar with your classmates in live group classes, get grammatical support from a C. Practise your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills at your level. Becky was in her bedroom working on her computer. He thinks happiness comes from both pleasure and purpose. Sometimes you still make small grammar mistakes, and I think you can improve your vocabulary. Instructions. Mikel and Lucia were friends from school. Meals and cooking - exercises 326. Maria didn't have her sports kit for class again. They can communicate in simple, everyday tasks that require only simple and direct exchanges of information on familiar topics. Here are some of the most useful suggestions from studies. ’. She always felt sick in exam week. There are many dangerous animals in the rainforest, like snakes and crocodiles, but Ed was lucky; he was only bitten by ants and mosquitoes. His amazing journey took two years and four months. Preparation. People use language to communicate with other people. A train timetable - timetable and ticket 269. Check your vocabulary: gap fill. As you watch the video, look at the examples of verbs + ing (the gerund) and verbs + infinitive. 5 KB. Do you like reading in English? Reading is a great way to improve your vocabulary and learn new things. Vocabulary exercises to help learn words to talk about meals and ways of cooking. The police thought they knew who the bully was. Reading practice to help you understand simple texts and find specific information in everyday material. They started to talk, but then Becky’s mum opened the door. Check your vocabulary: matching. LearnEnglish Teens is brought to you by the British Council, the world's English teaching experts. A round light, small but getting bigger, was coming. At Charles School, it’s cheaper to study in the evening than in the morning. Explore courses. h. A letter cannot be used twice in the same Start learning. They were no longer at that exciting stage of falling in love. 69 KB. someone who owns part of a business. Texts include specialised articles, biographies and summaries. There are two sections, one for lower level learners (A2/B1) and one for higher levels (B2/C1). Check your vocabulary: reordering. 18. 30 from Monday to Friday, Tom does something different. Every year, thousands of people look in the Rocky Mountains in the US for $2 million of treasure. In this video, Vanya helps Emir learn how to use a new coffee machine. In this video, Emir asks Paul about his hobbies. This test is designed to assess your understanding of English grammar, vocabulary and phrasing. to find out how heavy something is. 71 KB. Mo was waiting outside her class. Level 1 reading; Level 2 reading; Level 3 reading; Writing practice; Help and Support. There are also lots of video, audio and reading materials suitable for A2 Pre-intermediate level learners in Business and General English for further practice to help you improve. I love reading comics and watching animes too !My favorite anime is BSD,text me if you know and like this anime-33Thank for reading my first comment in British Council Teen and please text again me if i have a My coordinators are Agustin and Alexandra, Agustin is the academical coordinator and Alexandra the cohabitation coordinator; them are Romel, Yesid and Stephania in the social studies area; in the humanities area are the teachers of spanish John and Elvia that are older than the english teachers Edward and Carolina; Obdulio is a new teacher in that area; Fabian is the sports teachers, he has a Hello,I´m Sonia. Sam wants to play Game of Kings, but Jack is more interested in Sam's family. We need a babysitter to look after our two boys aged 5 and 7 after school from 4 p. 120. This section offers reading practice to help you understand texts with everyday or job-related language. Here you can find a range of short activities to use in your secondary classroom with students at pre-intermediate level. 1. d. Claire fell to the right, off the track. Dear Grace, Thank you for your application for the position of sales manager. Online exercises to help you learn the meaning, pronunciation and spelling of new words. We use the present simple to talk about repeated actions or events, permanent states or things which are always true. We would like to invite you for an interview at 10 a. I am an architect with 20 years' experience of designing and developing spaces. My teacher says the only thing to fear is fear itself. 4. Find out more. In our Vocabulary section you can practise your A1-A2 vocabulary. I try to make around five, so it takes most of my day. Nicola Prentis. But you also need activities with purpose. Reading practice . Look at the email and do the exercises to improve your writing and spelling skills. Here are some examples of things happening now. Deshi couldn’t sleep that night and he was late for school the next morning. Covid-19 support for parents; Getting started for kids; House rules for kids; Courses. When he sees the animals, Pi is scared and he jumps into the ocean. At first, the doctors said she would never walk again but then, a new doctor, Peter, started work at the hospital. The train passed her, empty, and then slowed and stopped. Meals and cooking - answers 364. 43. 87 KB. One night in December 2011, a bear came into the city of Vancouver in Canada. She could feel it and then she could hear it too. A2 reading. Here you can find practice materials and activities to improve your English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Our online English classes feature lots of useful learning materials and activities to help you improve your understanding of A1- to A2-level grammar in a safe and inclusive learning environment. We use the present continuous (am/is/are + -ing) to talk about temporary things which have begun but haven't finished. 30 and 6. You can try activities in English for emails , A2-B1 stories, Podcasts and Starting Out. Find a range of lesson plans to use with adult learners at pre-intermediate level. Mo thought she looked guilty. Some food stands have little plastic seats where you can sit and eat and they cook the same dish over and over, like fried chicken on rice or Pad Thai noodles. Reading short stories in English is a great way to improve your language level. At Elizabeth School, 15 hours of English for doctors costs £150. The tracks vibrated as she walked. Are you a pre-intermediate (CEFR level A2) learner of English? Practise and improve your listening skills with these listenings and exercises. My city - flyer 379. Usually, a video takes just over an hour to make. I am a partner in the award-winning STG Architects Ltd, which is famous for its work on the Galroy Building in London. It’s the fear that did it, I’m sure. 7 tips for a tidy desk. 15 KB. The new offices are in a very good location. Personal online tutoring. With adjectives ending in y, you change the y to i and add er/ est. The treasure belongs to Forrest Fenn. 37 KB. With Peter's help, Charlotte was walking again in just a few weeks. To find out more about the present simple, read and listen to Yes, that's correct. Develop reading, speaking and visual literacy skills; Age and level: Aged 13-17 (CEFR A2) Time: 85 minutes. Listen to the language Vanya uses to give instructions and practise saying the useful phrases. It's cloudy most of the time but sunny this afternoon. All of our lessons are designed around engaging themes that are engaging and relevant to adult learners of English, giving students an opportunity to develop their English language and skills in motivating and enjoyable ways. Physics was first and she hated physics, it was her worst subject. people with the job of making sure there is no danger. , Mon – Fri. The children are playing in the park. In Matt's picture, his body was covered in something that looked like dirty butter. A good language learner always looks for opportunities to talk with other students. Read, play games, print activities and post comments too! Worksheets and downloads. He goes to school, does his homework, meets his friends and enjoys doing sport. [3] After about six days, we have forgotten most of the new information. I'm just uploading some photos to Facebook and I'm sending a message to Billie. Peter often walked out of class. 5. ‘Then, on Monday, I wake up early to start making the videos. EnglishScore Tutors is the British Council’s one-to-one tutoring platform for 13- to 17-year-olds. Olympic sports - answers 267. Take our free online English test to find out which level to choose. Everyone expected them to get married. Reading is a great way to practise and improve your English. Tour of London - exercises 1. Daily routine - answers 377. But this was the last day of exams! Terry looked back at her from the front of the line, then looked away quickly. Head for Chinatown – Yaowarat Street Are you a learner at C1 English level (advanced)? This section offers reading practice to help you understand long, complex texts about a wide variety of topics, some of which may be unfamiliar. In this section, read our short stories that were specially written for English language learners. Shopping signs and notices - answers 172. In that time you must spell as many words as possible. The police came with a vet from the city zoo. Well done, Javier, on all your hard work this term. 'Detention!' he called, but Peter didn't stop. m. Learn to use grammar correctly and confidently. Are you a pre-intermediate (CEFR level A2) learner of English? Practise your speaking with these interactive videos. At the roundabout turn left. You are always active in speaking activities, and this is great. a meeting of a large group of people coming together to share information. Wonder is an excellent book. Travelling abroad. Amy screamed and covered her eyes. He put the treasure somewhere in the woods. Take our multiple choice test in minutes. £40 a week. At Elizabeth School of English, all the teachers have taught English before. Ed Stafford from the UK is the first person to walk along the Amazon River from the mountains of Peru to the mouth of the river in Brazil. Listen to the language they use for talking about personal interests and practise saying the useful phrases. Health - answers 227. I enjoy working with people from all over the world and have international experience of working in Italy, Greece, Thailand, Australia and For most people, fun isn’t enough for real happiness. First, choose your level and then choose a text to read that looks interesting to you. Skills. There may be a thunderstorm in the afternoon. Watch videos, listen to podcasts or read articles, then complete the specially designed tasks to help you understand the topic and use the language skills that you have learned. The opposite idea said that while we’re sleeping, the brain organises memories and thoughts from the day. Then he remembers there are sharks in the ocean and he climbs back into the lifeboat. Kay decided to go and tell Becky. “Oh very funny, Grant!” said Tara looking bored. [2] And then we forget more and more but the speed slows down over time. Practise using grammar with your classmates in live group classes, get grammatical support from a personal tutor in Here you can find a wide variety of activities to develop your interview skills, write clear emails in English and learn about business topics and issues. Health - exercises 183. f. You will be required to read each question carefully and select the answer that you think is correct. She had two exams that day. It walked through the city streets past houses, shops and offices. We have lots of interesting texts for you to read. the area in the plane where suitcases go. in. someone who designs buildings. If you want to learn English while having fun, this free website is just for you. Amazon adventurer. with 100% battery. The temperature is a bit higher, at around 13º. Peter kicked his desk and walked out of the classroom. They are often happening now, at this moment. Select your level, from beginner (CEFR level A1) to advanced Worksheets and downloads. Testing and assessing reading and listening comprehension pose many challenges in that they are internal processes and their assessment requires samples of external behaviour. When he finally asked her to marry him, she felt that old excitement again. Nov 7, 2023 · Preparation. 'Hey!' shouted Mr Clark, the maths teacher, to Peter's back. Shopping signs and notices - exercises 585. “Ha ha, you were frightened!” said Grant. Not like somebody who studies in high school,I enjoy studying,special English,French and Math (even though I don't really good at these subjects-((( ). Paul Dolan wrote a book called Happiness by Design. It was in his hair and in his nose. LearnEnglish Teens can help improve your English with reading, writing and listening practice, tips for exams, grammar and vocabulary exercises, games and videos. Listen to five different people talking about their jobs and do the exercises to practise and improve your listening skills. Each lesson has a preparation task, a reading text and two tasks to check your Can you cook? This teenager can – and his mum's very happy with him. A1-A2 vocabulary; B2-C1 vocabulary EnglishScore Tutors is the British Council’s British Council holds a variety of Cambridge English Qualifications in Hong Kong. It was getting stronger and louder. Learn new words and improve your language level to be able to communicate in English effectively. “Quick! Dinner is in half an hour!”. Experience self-study sessions, live group classes and one-to-one courses with personal tutors in a safe and inclusive learning environment. g. An airport notice. Then watch the video and do the exercises to check your understanding and practise the language. Offering free Wi-Fi, secure parking and all-day refreshments, the International Centre has 120 meeting rooms and a theatre for up to 1,000 people. nh tp dx gu jv tp bt lp ir fx