LOOKING BACK

1. Choose 2 activities you liked doing this course.Explain why? I liked doing speakings and the roldplay. It was very interesting recording and playing. And I liked the speakings because they represented a situation of England's life. THEY ARE VERY FUNNY!!!

2. What's the activity or activities you think that really helps you to improve? Why? I think the orals are the best activity to improve. They help you with the pronunciation, concentration, new vocabulary.

3. Compare 2 activities from the beginning to 2 from this course: 2 orals, 2 writings.

Can you see any differences?Which?

2 orals
--> The first oral I did in this course it was good. I prepared a lot I was very nervous. I didn't have a lot of vocabulary.
--> The last oral it was better. I think I improved my concentration, my pronunciation and I wasn't nervous. It was really good!!!

2 writings
--> The first writing it was acceptable. I didn't have a lot of grammar and I didn't have a lot of vocabulary.
--> The last writing it was better, of course. I had a lot of new grammar and very rich vocabulary.

BBC NEWS (oral presentation)

The presentation:

MY SELF-EVALUATION OF OUR ORAL
PRESENTATION:

1. Presentation

• I used a Glogster to show some images about the royal wedding.
• I spend approximately 4 or 5 minutes.

2. Body language

• I looked at the audience and I moved myself too much.
• I didn't read too much.

3. Structure

• I organized my ideas in order but I didn't ask questions to hold the attention of the audience because we made the news about the wedding.

4. Content

• The information is correct and real, with photos, examples,...

5. Language

• The grammar is correct and varied
• The vocabulary is very rich, I don't repeat words and I used the dictionary to use it.

6. Phonetics

• I think my pronunciation was good and very acuratte.
• I was fluent.

Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton

- When and where was Kate Middleton born?
She was born in Reading (UK). 9th January, 1982.

- What were her parents’ jobs?
They worked for British Airways.

- Has Kate got any brothers or sisters?
Yes, she has.1 sister, Philippa Charlotte (Pippa) and 1 brother, James William.

- Where did the Middletons live from 1984 to 1986?
In Amman, Jordan.

- Where did she go to university?
She went to St. Andrews University in Scotland.

- What did she study there?
She studied History of Art.

- Why is St Andrews University special to Kate?
Because she met William there.

- Where did Kate work in 2006 and what was her job?
She worked as an accessory buyer for the clothing chain. Jigsaw.

- Why is Kate considered a “fashion icon”?
Because she has been featured in several best-dressed lists.

- Why did William and Kate split up in April 2007?
According to the newspaper “The Sun”, because she felt William had not been paying her enough attention.

- When and where was the couple married?
The Couple is going to be married at Westminster Abbey today (11 o’clock).

- Which title did Kate take after marriage?
“Her Royal Highress Princess William of Wales”.

MAGAZINE SUMMARIES

Big foot

Would you want a giant Converse shoe? This one was made by designers in Holland. It is 5.5 metres long, 2.1 metres wide and 2.9 metres high. That's a record! If you want to wear it, you'll need big feet... the shoe is a European size 878!!!

Rio
In this 3D computer- animated film, Blu is a blue macaw who can't fly. He lives with his owner and best friend, Linda, in Minnesota, USA. Linda thinks Blu is the last blue macaw in the world. But then she hears of another macaw called Jewel who lives in Rio, Brazil. Blu and Linda go to Rio to meet Jewel and have lots of fun adventures.

EUROVISION 2011

2 days ago Europe celebrated a music contest. They participed all the Europe countries. It was fantastic. In my opinion, Spain sang well but there was a lot of tallent too. My favourite country was UK with the song "I Can" by the famous british group: "Blue":

EXPRESS DOUBT AND PERSUADE

Claudia: Hey, Mum, what on earth is that?
Berta: Oh, I got it this morning. What do you think? Do you like it?
Claudia: Mmm. I'm not convinced.
Berta: Don't you think it's interesting?
Claudia: Er, sort of, but I'm not sure about the three wheels- it's a bit crazy.
Berta: Oh, come on! It isn't that crazy. It's really unique. It's good to have an other car.
Claudia: I suppose so.
Berta: Don't worry, it'll be fine. It'll grow on you.
Claudia: OK. We'll see.

RECOMMEND AND EXPRESS PREFERENCES

Berta: Hey, Claudia, have you seen any good films recently?
Claudia: Yes, one or two. Have you?
Berta: No, but have you seen Torrente 4?
Claudia: I'd only recommend that if you like really bad characters.
Berta: No, I don't fancy that.
Claudia: Here you are. You might prefer this.
Berta: What's that? Avatar? No, I'm not a big fan of science fiction. I'd prefer a horror film.
Claudia: A horror film....er...OK, well, try this one. It's got good effects and sounds. I think you'll like it.
Berta: OK. I'll trust you. Thanks, Claudia.
Claudia: No problem.

TALK ABOUT PLANS AND ARRANGEMENTS

Claudia: Hi, Berta. Have you got a minute?
Berta: Hello, Claudia. What can I do for you?
Claudia: I'm doing a five-hour basketball marathon.
Berta: That's very good, Claudia. What's it for?
Claudia: It's for The Red Cross.
Berta: And when are you playing?
Claudia: I'm playing next weekend. I'm hoping to raise about 350€. Will you sponsor me?
Berta: Yes, OK. It sounds like a good cause. I hope you finish it!
Claudia: I'm going to try! Some friends are going to do it too.
Berta: Good luck, Claudia.
Claudia: Thanks.



KEY PHRASES:
Have you got a minute?
What can I do for you?
What's it for?
I'm hoping to raise about...
It sounds like a good cause.