Assignments for 30.01.24
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NEF Advanced Reading Tea and sandwiches with the Queen slide 97
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NEF Advanced Verbs that are often confused slide 98

b. Look at some more words that are often confused. For each pair, complete the sentences with the correct word.

suit, suite

a. The hotel upgraded us and gave us a suite instead of a double room.
b. You should definitely wear a suit to the interview- you’ll make a better impression.

beside, besides

a. Let’s not go out tonight. I’m tired and besides, I want to read.
b. They lived in that new block of flats beside the school.

lay, lie

a. Please lie down and relax. This will only take a minute.
b. If you lay her on the sofa gently, I’m sure she won’t wake up.

actually, currently

a. The rate of inflation has gone up since last month; it’s currently 2%.
b. I thought I wouldn’t enjoy the film, but actually it was very funny.

announce, advertise

a. It is rumored that the Royal Family will announce the prince’s engagement this week.
b. The company is planning to advertise the new product both on TV and online.

affect, effect

a. How does the crisis affect you?
b. What is the main effect of the crisis?

ashamed, embarrassed

a. As soon as the man from the garage arrived, the car started! I was so embarrassed.
b. When the manager of the shop told my father I had stolen some sweets, I felt so ashamed

deny, refuse

a. The accused does not deny being in the house, but he insists that he did not touch anything.
b. I love parties. I never refuse an invitation.

compromise, commitment

a. I know we will never agree about what to do, but we should try to reach a compromise.
b. The company’s commitment to providing quality at a reasonable price has been crucial to its success.

economic, economical

a. I think we should buy the Toyota. It’s nicer looking, and it’s much more economical.
b. I don’t agree with the government’s economic policy.

Assignments for 14.12.23
NEF Advanced Reading Well-known faces reveal their ultimate comfort food slide 91, ex Reading b

b. Now read about five people describing their comfort food and complete gaps 1-5 with sentences A-F below. There is one sentence you don’t need.

1- B. The kitchen is where the love comes from.
2- E. I miss that now that I live in London.
3- F. It was light, but incredibly comforting.
4- C. It’s when this connection between a dish and a certain context comes together that food makes most sense and is comforting to me.
5- A. Who am I kidding, it’s still great.

Assignments for 04.12.23

NEF Advanced REVISE & CHECK slide 83 Grammar a,b Vocabulary a,b,c

Grammar

a. Complete the sentences with the right form of the verb in brackets.

1. Do you think I ought to have apologized to Mario yesterday? (apologize)
2. You’d better go to the doctor about that cough. (go)
3. You’re not supposed to use your mobile at work, but everyone does. (use)
4. Alex seems to be going out a lot at the moment.
Do you think he’s studying enough? (go out)
5. Isn’t there anywhere to sit down here? (sit down)
6. Rick hates admitting that he can’t dance very well. (admit)
7. I would love to have seen the installation, but it finished the day before we arrived. (see)
8. There’s no point calling him. He always has his phone turned off while he’s driving. (call)
9. It’s important for celebrities to be seen at all the right parties. (see)
10. Let’s go and have a coffee. The meeting isn’t due to start until 10.30. (start)

b. Circle the right phrase. Tick if both are possible.

1. It is not allowed to wear jewelry at school.
2. You should have listened to my advice, but it’s too late now.
3. The flight was at midday so we didn’t need to get up early. In fact, we got up at 9.30.
4. You seem a bit down today. Is everything OK?
5. It smells as if | as though someone has burned the toast.
6. Is that your father upstairs? I can hear his voice.
7. This coffee tastes like tea. It’s undrinkable!
8. I’l be working | Im’ working at home this afternoon, so you can call me there.
9. You’d better get on the train now. It’s about to leave.
10. The princess is to | due to open the new hospital early next month.

VOCABULARY

a. Complete the sentences with a form of the bold word and a prefix.

Sorry, but you’ve misspelled my name. It’s K-A-T-Y, not K-A-T-I-E.
I get very demotivated when I feel that I’m not making any progress.
Nowadays in Venice, local residents are completely outnumbered by tourists.
The film isn’t as good as everyone says it is. I think it’s very overrated.
Look, I think they’ve undercharged us. The bill should be 80 pounds, not 60 pounds.
I’m afraid this style of jeans has been discontinued – we won’t be receiving any more.
The staff meeting has been postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date.
Trying to improve people’s lives by imposing all kinds of new laws on them is illogical.

b. Write the expressions or idioms for the definitions.

a still life noun a painting or drawing of arrangements of objects such as flowers, fruit, etc.
a self portrait noun a painting or drawing that an artist does of him/herself.
a red herring an unimportant fact or idea that takes people’s attention away from the important things.
a white elephant a thing that is useless even though it may have cost a lot of money.
the black market an illegal form of trade in which goods that are difficult to obtain are bought and sold.
red tape bureaucracy

c. Circle the right word.

1. I wore my new shoes to work today and now I’ve got a blister on my toe.
2. That’s a very deep cut. It may need stitches.
3. Do you know which surgeon will be operating on you?
4. I’ve got a strange rash on my hands. I think it might be an allergy to detergent.
5. My husband is as stubborn as a mule.
6. Grandad never hears the doorbell. He’s as deaf as a post.7. I was so tired I slept like a log last night.
8. Now that my laptop’s been mended it works like a dream.

Assignments for 30.11.23
NEF Advanced Vocabulary Travel and Tourism slide 170, ex-es 1,2

1 VERBS AND VERB PHRASES

a. Complete the collocations with the verbs in the list.

set off (set out) on a journey/early/late
extend a trip / a visit (=finish later than planned)
go camping/ backpacking/ sightseeing/ for a stroll
go on holiday/ an outing/ a trip/ a safari/ a trek/ a cruise/ a journey
cancel a trip/ a flight/ a visit (=decide not to go)
postpone (or put off) a trip/ a visit (=reschedule it for a later time)
wander round the old town (=explore in a leisurely way)
chill out (unwind) after a tiring day
soak up (immerse yourself in) the atmosphere/the culture
sample the local cuisine
hit the shops
get away from it all
recharge your batteries

2 DESCRIBING PLACES

a. Complete the sentences with the words or phrases in the list.

I think that restaurant’s overrated. (=with a better reputation than it really deserves)
The museum’s pretty dull, but the cafe’s good. (=boring)
The shops are quite touristy, but we bought some nice things. (=designed to attract a lot of tourists)
The seafront has been spoilt by all the new hotels. (=changed for the worse)
It’s a really lively area at night. (full of life and energy)
We found a tiny cafe in the back streets of Venice, right off the beaten track. (=away from where people normally go)
The hotel pool is always overcrowded. (=with too many people)
The view is absolutely breathtaking. (=very impressive, spectacular)
We went to a very picturesque little fishing village yesterday. (= pretty, especially in a way that looks old-fashioned
The souvenirs were all plastic Eiffel Towers and key rings, really tacky
stuff. (= cheap, badly made, and or lacking in taste)
The site of the temple is extremely remote -you can only get there on foot and it takes for hours. (far away from places where other people live)
12 It’s a lovely city, almost completely unspoilt by tourism. (beautiful because it has not been changed)

Assignments for 27.11.23
NEF Advanced Vocabulary Similes ex. a slide 78

a. Look at the example from the listening script and read the information about similes. Then complete the sentences 1-10 with a word from the list.

Some people can eat like a horse and not put on weight.

My husband is as stubborn as a mule– he refuses to go to the doctor about his bad back.
She’s as white as a sheet. I think she’s going to faint.
He drinks like a fish. He really ought to cut down.
He’s as deaf as a post. You’ll have to speak up a little.
She sleeps like a log. I don’t think she’s ever had problems with insomnia.
Your mother is as blind as a bat. She should get her eyes tested.
She’s been as good as gold. She took all her medicine without making any fuss.
He’s lost a lot of weight since his illness. He’s as thin as a rake.
When I pressed the button, the nurse came as quickly as a flash.
My new medication works like a dream. I feel 100 times better.

Assignments for 20.11.23
NEF Advanced Word Formation Prefixes slide 169 ex-es 1,2

Prefixes

1. Negative prefixes

a. Put the words in the list in the right column to make negatives.
im- immobile, immoral, impersonal, impractical
il- illegal, illegitimate, illiterate, illogical
ir- irrational, irregular, irrelevant, irreplaceable
in- inappropriate, incapable, incoherent, incompetent, inhospitable
un- unattractive, undo, uneasy, unofficial
dis- disagree, discontinue, disembark, dishonest

2. Prefixes which add other meanings

a. Read the sentences carefully and match the highlighted prefixes to their meanings A-T.

1. My daughter has outgrown most of her clothes- she needs a bigger size. D. further, better, bigger
2. A lot of common English verbs are monosyllable, like get, have, give, etc. I. one
3. After being proven innocent, he was reinstated in his old post. T. again
4. After the operation, I’ll have to go to the hospital once a week as an outpatient. L. outside, not inside
5. As a child, she was ill-treated by her stepmother and this had serious repercussions. Q. badly
6. I haven’t been feeling very well recently. The doctor told me to take multivitamins. C. more than one, many
7. I must have misunderstood you. I thought you said you didn’t want to come tonight. E. wrongly
8. I need to install a new antivirus on my computer. H. against
9. I was incredibly lucky on my flight to New York- I was upgraded to business class! O. higher, towards the top
10. The local police are trying to defuse racial tension in the community. N. remove or reduce
11. My brother did a postgraduate course in translation and interpreting. K. after
12. A ceasefire is an essential precondition for any negotiations. M. before
13. My sister is overweight- she goes through periods of compulsive overeating. B. too much
14. The committee has biannual meetings in October and March. G. two, twice
15. Several different species now coexist peacefully side by side. P. together
16. This work is totally substandard. It’s just not acceptable. F. below
17. There will be an intergovernmental conference to look at climate change. R. between
18. They’re really understaffed at the moment because a lot of their workers are off sick. A. not enough
19. When he lifted her up, he seemed to have almost superhuman strength. S. above average
20. I’m not very good with my camera. I almost always use the autofocus setting. J. by yourself, by itself.

Assignments for 13.11.2023
NEF Advanced Review slide 63 Grammar a, b, Vocabulary a, b

Grammar

a. Circle a, b, or c.

It has been announced that the king is to abdicate next month.
Excuse me. There seems to be a problem with this seat- I can’t change its position.
According to a recent article, eating a lot of salt may not cause long-term health problems.
It is thought that the murderer is being concealed by friends.
My flat looks a mess- if only I weren’t so untidy.
I’d rather you didn’t come in with your muddy shoes.
I really wish we hadn’t bought that white sofa- it gets dirty much too easily.
I’d like them to deliver it in the morning, if that’s possible.
If we hadn’t had to work late, I’d be watching the match now.
I’ll pay for your English classes providing you promise not to miss any.

b. Complete the sentences with the right form of the verb in brackets.

The president is believed to be spending his holiday in the Caribbean currently.
It’s time you started to think about what subjects you want to study next year.
My parents always encouraged me to learn foreign languages.
My new job involves me traveling to North America two or three times a year.
They’re incredibly generous people and they wouldn’t let me pay for anything.
Daniel can stay the night as long as he doesn’t mind sleeping on the sofa.
Supposing Real Madrid lost their last two matches, would they still win the league?
Marcus might have hurt his head badly if he hadn’t been wearing a helmet when he fell off his bike.
Had you told me earlier that you were coming, I would have taken the day off.
If my husband hadn’t inherited a lot of money, we definitely wouldn’t be living in a house like this now.

Vocabulary

a. Complete the sentences with a preposition.

We arrived with time to spare.
Don’t tell me you’re still listening to The Cure! You are really behind the times.
Let’s set off early. There’s so much to see, and I don’t want to run out of time.
We’ve decided to stay here for the time being.
We missed the bus, so by the time we got to the cinema, the film had started.
The table’s booked for 8.30, so please make an effort to be on time.
He met Lara in Moscow, where he was working at the time.
It’s about that time you started revising.

b. Circle the right word or phrase.

The cost of living is higher in Edinburgh than it is in Glasgow. Rents are almost double.
Liz spent a fortune on her new bag! She must be loaded.
Fares on the London Underground have gone up a lot recently. A ticket for Zone 1 is now nearly 5 pounds.
A. This has cost $20. B. Twenty bucks? You’re kidding!
They wanted to buy a flat, but the bank wouldn’t give them a mortgage.
The top rate of income in the UK is currently 45%.
We’ve only got a holiday budget of 1000 pounds, so we won’t be able to go abroad.
Would you like to make a donation? It’s for UNICEF.

Assignments for 07.11.23
NEF Advanced Vocabulary Phones and Technology slide 168, ex-es 1,2

1. Collocations

a. Circle the right word. Tick if both are possible.

I need to charge/unplug my phone- the battery’s very low.
Can you give/make me a call this afternoon?
I need to make/do a few calls now. I’ll get back to you later.
Do you want my mobile number or my landline/home phone?
I’ve been calling Tom on his mobile, but it’s engaged/busy all the time.
I know he’s been trying to call me all day because I have three lost/missed calls from him.
You have reached the voicemail for 555-4890. Please leave a message after the tone/beep.
In some English villages, the reception/coverage isn’t very good and people can’t get a good sign/signal for their mobile phones.

2. Phrasal Verbs

a. Complete the sentences with the phrasal verbs in the list.

Sorry, I have to hang up now. My flight’s about to board.
We were Skyping, but then we were suddenly cut off in the middle of the conversation.
My mobile is pay-as-you-go so I have to remember to top up my credit from time to time.
I’m not sure if I’ll be able to print the whole document as the black ink is about to run out.
I tried calling her office, but I couldn’t get through. The lines were permanently busy.
Sorry, I can’t hear you very well. Could you speak up a little?
If you hold, I’ll put you through to the Accounts department.
If you already have an account with us, log in with your username and password.
I need to delete some files to free up more space on the hard drive.
If you scroll down the page, you’ll see the attachment at the bottom.

Assignments for 03.11.23

a. Right (✔) or wrong (X)? Correct the mistakes in the highlighted phrases.

1. They wouldn’t have made you Marketing Manager if they didn’t think you were right for the job. ✔
2. The government would accept more refugees if the camp isn’t so crowded.
wasn’t
3. If you’ve done all your homework, you can go out this evening. ✔
4. We wouldn’t be living in Singapore now if my company hadn’t been taken over by a multinational. ✔
5. Hannah would be in the first team if she didn’t get injured last month. hadn’t
6. If you’ve ever been to New York, you will know exactly what I’m talking about. ✔
7. They would get divorced ages ago if they didn’t have young children.
have got
8. If the storm wasn’t at night, more people would have died. hadn’t been
9. If their flight hasn’t been delayed, they will have arrived by now. ✔
10. I wouldn’t have bought the flat if I knew I was going to have so many problems with it.
had known

b. Complete the sentences with one word. Don’t use if.

My father has agreed to lend me money provided I pay it back by the end of the year.
Even if I had played my best, I still wouldn’t have beaten him.
I’ll tell you exactly what happened as long as you promise not to tell anyone.
Had the rebels not surrendered, there would have been a lot more casualties.
The company will only employ me on condition that I sign a two-year contract.
We’ve decided we’re going to go ahead with the event whether we sell all the tickets or not.
I’m convinced Amy won’t get back together with her boyfriend, even if he apologizes.
Suppose we do buy a dog, who’s going to take it for walks?
I’m going to make an appointment for you at the doctor’s whether you like it or not.
Had the plane not caught fire, there would have been more survivors.

Assignments for 31.10.23
NEF Student’s Book slide 151 Gerund and Infinitive, Do the ex-es

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first.

1. You sit down – I’ll make the coffee. You sit down. Let me make the coffee.
2. I felt uncomfortable because of the situation at work. The situation at work made me feel uncomfortable.
3. You are going to stay with a British family. We have made the arrangements. We have arranged for you to stay with a British family.
4. I don’t have a problem if Jane comes, but I’d rather her boyfriend didn’t. I don’t mind Jane coming, but I’d rather her boyfriend didn’t.
5. Please don’t think that I didn’t enjoy myself, because I did! I would hate you to think that I didn’t enjoy myself because I did!
6. You paid for everything, which wasn’t what I expected. I did not expect you to pay for everything.
7. It would be wonderful if you stayed for a few days. I would love you to stay for a few days.
8. If you want to live at home again, your younger sisters will have to share a bedroom. Living at home again will involve your younger sister having to share a bedroom.
9. I told Hannah not to forget to do the washing-up. I reminded Hannah to do the washing-up.
10. Did you really use to be shy? I can’t imagine it! I can’t imagine you being shy!
11. We were able to buy a bigger flat thanks to the money my uncle left me. The money my uncle left me enabled us to buy a bigger flat.
12. The guards wouldn’t let us cross the border. The guards prevented us from crossing the border.
13. I could call back later if you’re busy now. Would you prefer me to call back later?
14. The car might break down on holiday. We don’t want to take the risk. We don’t want to risk the car breaking down while we’re on holiday.
15. I don’t like t when people answer their mobiles in restaurants. I dislike people answering their mobiles in restaurants.
16. When I was an intern, the secretaries made me do all the photocopying. When I was an intern, I was made to do all the photocopying.
17. I think you should get a tablet. They’re easier to carry. I recommend you to get a tablet. They’re easier to carry.

Assignments for 19.10.23
NEF Student’s Book Vocabulary Money slide 167 ex-es 1,2,3

1 Nouns

a. Match the nouns and definitions.

budget the money that is available to a person or organization and a plan of how it will be spent over a period of time, have a limited ~
grant money that is given by the government or another organization for a particular purpose, e.g. education, give/receive a ~
loan money that a bank lends and sb borrows, take out a ~
fee an amount of money that you pay for professional advice or services , e.g. to a lawyer, charge/pay a ~
fare the money you pay to travel by bus, plane, taxi, etc., pay a fee ~
savings money that you keep e.g. in the bank and don’t spend, have a ~ account
donation money that you give to an organization such as a charity in order to help them, make a ~
fine money paid as punishment for breaking a law, pay a ~
instalment one of a number of payments that are made regularly until sth has been paid for, pay an ~
deposit the first part of a larger payment, make/pay a ~
will a legal document that says what is to happen to sb’s money and property after they die, make a ~
lump sum an amount of money that is paid at one time and not on separate occasions, pay a ~

3 Adjectives

a. Look at the Oxford Learner’s Thesaurus entries for rich and poor. Match the synonyms and definitions.

rich– rich, affluent, loaded, wealthy, well-off

1. rich/wealthy having a lot of money, property, or valuable possessions
2. affluent (rather formal) rich and with a good standard of living: The ~ Western countries are better equipped to face the problems of global warming.
3. well-off (often used in negative sentences) rich: His parents are not very ~.
4. loaded [not before noun] (very informal) very rich: Let her pay. She’s ~.

poor– poor, broke, hard up, penniless

5. poor having very little money; not having enough money for basic needs.
6. penniless (literary) having no money, very poor. She arrived in 1978 as a virtually ~ refugee.
7. hard up (informal) having very little money, especially for a short period of time. After he lost his job he was so ~ he couldn’t afford the price of a beer.
8. broke [not before noun] (informal) having no money. I’m always ~ by the end of the month.

Assignments for 16.10.23
NEF Student’s Book Expressions with time slide 166 ex-es 1,2,3

Verbs

a. Complete the sentences with the verbs in the list.

I waste a lot of time playing games and messaging on my computer instead of studying.
If you take the motorway, you’ll save time– it’s much quicker than the local roads.
I had three hours to wait for my flight, so I sat there doing sudoku puzzles to kill time.
There’s no hurry, so take your time.
When my mother was young, she never had the chance to travel. Now she’s retired and wants to make up for lost time and she has booked a round-the-world tour.
The novel is 700 pages long and I’m a slow reader. It’s going to take me a long time to finish it.
I’d better go home now. If I’m late again, Dad will give me a hard time.
I would like to go camping this weekend, but my final exams are next week, so I can’t, so I can’t spare the time.
My children take up all my time– I never seem to get to read a book or watch a film!
New York’s such a fantastic city! You’re going to have the time of your life there.
Let’s not spend too long at the museum or we’ll run out of time.

Prepositional Phrases

a. Complete the Prepositions column with the prepositions in the list.

I’m really punctual, so I hate it when other people aren’t on time.
I’ve never heard of that singer. He must have been before my time.
By the time we got to our hotel, it was nearly midnight.
I missed the birth of my first child. I was on a plane at the time.
He’s been working too hard recently. He needs some time off.
If we don’t take a taxi, we won’t get to the airport in time for the flight.
I don’t eat out very often but I do get a takeaway from time to time.
He suffers from back pain and it makes him a little irritable at times.
You can come any time from 10.00 to 2.00.
He’s a bit behind the times– he still thinks men should wear a suit and tie at work.
Don’t try to multitask. Just do one thing at a time.

Expressions

a. Match sentences 1-12 to A-L.

The referee’s looking at his watch. I
He hardly spoke to me at lunch. B
I’m really looking forward to my holiday. J
I’m sorry, I can’t help you this week. D
I can’t afford a new computer. F
She’s sure to find a job eventually. G
I think I need to take up a hobby. E
Stop writing, please. C
I really thought I was going to be late. A
Why not spend a morning at our spa? H
I hate having to fill in my tax return. L
You’ve had that computer for ages. K

A. But in the end, I got to the airport with time to spare.
B. He spent the whole time talking on his mobile.
C. Time’s up. The exam is over.
D. I’m a little short of time.
E. I’ve got time on my hands since I retired.
F. I’ll have to carry on with this one for the time being.
G. It’s only a matter of time.
H. It’s very popular with women who want a bit of me time.
I. There isn’t much time left.
J. This time next week I’ll be lying on the beach.
K. It’s about time you got a new one.
L. It’s incredibly tedious and time-consuming.

Assignments for 13.10.23
NEF Student’s Book Advanced Revise and Check slide 43/in written form/

Grammar

a. Complete the sentences with the right word or phrase.

It’s 2.30 now-what time do you think we’ll get to London?
Unfortunately, Allie got caught cheating in her final exam.
The windows are filthy. Shall we get someone to clean them?
I don’t think Keith will ever get used to doing his own laundry — his mother always did it.
My passport expires in two months, so I need to get it renewed.

b. Right or wrong?

Basically, I think she still hasn’t got over the break-up of her marriage.
We’ve finished the interviews and all in all we think Joe Young is the most suitable candidate.
Dave’s really late, isn’t he? I think he might have got lost.
The waiter probably didn’t notice that they had left without paying.
I think it’s unlikely that I’ll be given a work permit. true
What a wonderful smell! Somebody must be baking some bread.
You definitely won’t pass your driving test if you. drive that fast! true
I called you yesterday. You should have got a message on your voicemail. true
Not only did we see the sights, we managed to do some shopping as well.
Only when the main character dies does her husband realize how much he loved her. true

c. Complete the sentences with the right form of the verb in brackets.

1. The traffic is quite bad — she’s unlikely to arrive before 7.00.
2. Maria is bound to have heard the news — everybody was talking about it yesterday.
3. My neighbor can’t work very long hours. He’s always home by early afternoon.
4. No sooner had they got married than James lost his job.
5. Never have I seen such a wonderful view. It completely took my breath away.

Vocabulary

a. Complete the missing words.

She’s quite shy, but you’ll soon get to know her.
Shall we get together for a coffee at the weekend?
I’ve been trying to get hold of Danny, but he’s not answering his phone.
She’s always phoning me at work — it really gets on my nerves.
I hope I get over this cold by the weekend; I’m supposed to be going to a wedding.
His parents let him to do whatever he wants, so he’s used to getting his own way.
When I was a student, I had to get by on less than £50 a week.
I hope I get the chance to talk to him before he goes home.

b. Circle the right word.

The English archers used their bows to fire thousands of arrows / spears into the air.
After days of fighting, both sides agreed to a retreat / ceasefire.
The city finally fell after a three-month siege / coup.
During the civil war, thousands of refugees / allies crossed the border to safety.
It was a fierce battle and civil / casualties were heavy on both sides.
The rebels broke out / blew up the railway lines.
Even though they were surrounded, the troops refused to surrender / defeat.
The army shelled the capital with long-range bullets / missiles.

c. Complete the sentences with verbs in the past simple.

Mabel slammed the door and walked off angrily.
’Thanks, darling,’ she whispered softly in his ear.
He whistled a happy tune as he walked down the street.
’I wish he was here — I really miss him,’ she sighed.
The wind was so strong that the windows rattled.
The car’s brakes screech as it came to a stop.
A bee flew in through the window and buzzed round the room.
The door of the old library creaked open slowly, but there was nobody there!

Assignments for 12.10.23
NEF Student’s Book Advanced Adding emphasis: Inversion slide 148 4B, ex

Rewrite the sentences to make them more emphatic.

I didn’t realize my mistake until years later. Not until years later did I realize my mistake.
We had never seen such magnificent scenery. Never had we seen such magnificent scenery.
They not only disliked her, but they also hated her family. Not only did they dislike her, but they also hated her family.
We only understood what he had really suffered when we read his autobiography. Only when we read his autobiography did we understand what he had really suffered.
We had just started to eat when we heard someone knocking at the door. Hardly had we started to eat when we heard someone knocking at the door.
I have rarely read such a badly written novel. Rarely have I read such a badly written novel.
Until you’ve tried to write a novel yourself, you don’t realize how hard it is. Not until you’ve tried to write a novel yourself, do you realize how hard it is.
The hotel room was depressing, and it was cold as well. Not only was the hotel room depressing but it was also cold.
We only light the fire when it is unusually cold. Only when it’s unusually cold do we light the fire.
Shortly after he had gone to sleep the phone rang. No sooner had he gone to sleep than the phone rang.
I only realized the full scale of the disaster when I watched the six o’clock news. I watched the six o´clock news, only then did I realize the full scale of the disaster.
He has never regretted the decision he took on that day. Never has he regretted the decision he took on that day.
I spoke to the manager and the problem was taken seriously. Only when I spoke to the manager was the problem taken seriously.
He had scarcely had time to destroy the evidence before the police arrived. Scarcely had he had time to destroy the evidence before the police arrived.

Assignments for 09.10.23
NEF Advanced slide 40, ex 2/a Describing books and films

a. Complete some readers’ comments about books and films with an adjective from the list.

A wonderful film. So moving it brought tears to my eyes!
A thought-provoking novel that raised many interesting questions.
Rather heavy-going. I really had to make an effort to finish it.
A gripping story. I was hooked from the very beginning.
A light and entertaining novel, perfect for the beach reading!
The plot was intriguing. It was impossible to predict how it would end.
The characters were totally implausible. I couldn’t take any of them seriously.
A fast-moving story which jumps from past to present and back again at breakneck speed.
A well-written novel, but so depressing it made me feel almost suicidal.
A haunting tale which stayed with me long after I’d finished reading it.

Assignments for 27.09.23
NEF Advanced Sounds and the human voice slide 165 ex 1/a, b/2a/c
bang- մեծ աղմուկ
buzz-բզզոց
creak-ճռռոց
crunch/ with teeth/- ճռռոց
drip- կաթոց
hiss-ֆշշոց
hoot- բուի կռինչ
hum-տզզոց
rattle-խռխռոց
roar-մռնչոց
screech–ճչոց
slam- դռան շրխկոց
slurp- sound of eating and drinking- ճպճպոց
sniff-հոտոտել, ֆսֆսոց
snore- խռմփոց
splash- sound made by something striking or falling into liquid
tap- թևթև թխկոց
tick-regular short, sharp sound, especially that made by a clock or watch
mumble- փնթփնթալ
scream- ճչալ
groan- տնքալ
giggle- հռհռալ
sob- հեկեկալ
stammer- կակազել
yell- գոռալ

1. Sounds

b. Complete the Sounds column with the words in the list.

This clock has a very loud tick.
Don’t sniff! Get a tissue and blow your nose.
To get the new software, just click on the ‘download’ icon.
There was a splash as he jumped into the swimming pool.
Did you hear that bang? It sounded like a gun.
I heard a floorboard creak and I knew somebody had come into the room.
I could hear the buzz of a fly, but I couldn’t see it anywhere.
I hate people who hoot at me when I slow down at an amber light.
When I’m nervous, I often tap my fingers on the table.
Don’t slurp your soup! Eat quietly.
The snake reared and gave an angry hiss.
Please turn the tap off properly, otherwise it’ll drip.
We could hear the roar of the crowd in the football stadium from our hotel.
Some of the players carried on playing because they hadn’t heard the whistle.
I don’t remember the words of the song, but I can hum the tune.
Please don’t slam the door! Close it gently.
I heard the crunch of their feet as they walked through the snow.
I can’t share a room with you if you snore– I won’t be able to sleep.
Every time a bus or lorry goes by, the windows rattle.
I heard the screech of brakes as the driver tried to stop, and then a loud crash.

2. The Human Voice

a. Match the verbs and definitions.

scream- to make a loud, high cry because you are hurt, frightened or excited
yell- (at sb) to shout loudly, e.g. because you are angry
giggle- (at sth) to laugh in a silly way
whisper- (to sb) to talk very quietly so that other people can’t hear you
mumble-to speak or say something in a quiet voice and in a way that is not clear
groan– to make a long deep sound because you are in pain or annoyed
stammer– (or stutter) to speak with difficulty, often repeating sounds or words
sob– to cry noisily, taking sudden sharp breaths
sigh– to take in and then let out a long, deep breath, e.g. to show that you are disappointed or tired

c. Answer the questions using one of the verbs in a.

What do people do…?

When they are nervous- stammer
When they are terrified- scream
When they lose their temper- yell
When they are not supposed to be making any noise- whisper
When they are amused or embarrassed- giggle
When they speak without opening their mouth enough- mumble
When they are relieved- sigh
When their team misses a penalty- groan
When they are very unhappy about something- sob

Assignments for 22.09.23
NEF Advanced Vocabulary Conflict and Warfare slide 166, ex-es 1,2,3
NEF Advanced Reading slide 31 Did you know .?
arrow- նետ
bow- աղեղ
bullet- փամփուշտ
cannon- թնդանոթ
helmet- սաղավարտ
missile- հրթիռ
spear- նիզակ
sword- սուր
shield- վահան
machine-gun- գնդացիր
ally- դաշնակից
to loot (usually of large numbers of people during a violent event) to steal from shops and houses:
to break out If something dangerous or unpleasant breaks out, it suddenly starts:
blow up to destroy something or kill someone with a bomb
capture to take someone as a prisoner
execute to kill someone as a legal punishment:
release to give freedom or free movement to someone or something:
retreat to go away from a place or person in order to escape from fighting or danger:
surrender to stop fighting and admit defeat:

Conflict and Warfare

1. Weapons

a. Match the words and pictures.

arrow-4
bow-2
bullet-3
cannon-1
helmet-5
machine-gun-9
missile-7
shield-8
spear-6
sword-10

2. People and events

a. Match the people and definitions.

casualties: people who have been killed or injured in a war
refugees: people who are forced to leave their country or home because there is a war, or for political or religious reasons
forces: a group of people who have been trained to protect others, usually with weapons, e.g. armed, security, peace-keeping
troops: soldiers in large groups
commander: an officer in charge of a group of soldiers
the wounded: people who have been injured by weapons
civilians: people who are not members of the armed forces
snipers: people who shoot at others from a hidden position
survivors: people who have managed to stay alive in a war
ally: in time of war, a country that has agreed to help and support another country

b. Match the events and definitions.

rebellion: an attempt by some of the people in a country to change their government, using violence
coup: a sudden change of government that is illegal and often violent
revolution: an attempt by a large number of people in a country to change their government
ceasefire: a time when two armies agree to stop fighting temporarily
civil war: a war between groups of people in the same country
siege: when an army tries to take a city or building by surrounding it and stopping the food supply
treaty: a formal agreement between two or more countries

3. Verbs

a. Complete the sentences with the verbs in the list in the correct form.

The rebels overthrew the government. (= removed them from power using force)
Fighting broke out between the rebels and the army. (= started)
The army shelled the rebel positions. (= fired missiles)
The rebels retreated (= moved back, away from the army)
Some of the rebels surrendered (= admitted they had lost and wanted to stop fighting)
The rebels blew up the airport runway. (= made it explode)
The government declared war on the rebels. (= announced their intention to go to war with them)
Some rebels looted the city. (= stole things from shops and buildings)
The army captured over 300 rebels. (= took them prisoner)
They finally defeated the rebels. (= beat them)
The army released most of the rebel prisoners. (= let them go)
They executed the rebel leader. (= killed him as a punishment)

Assignments for 14.09.23
NEF Student’s Book Phrases with get slide 163 ex-es 1, 2,3

EXPRESSIONS WITH GET

a. Complete the sentences with the expressions in the list.

I get the impression you’re a bit annoyed with me.
You’ll get a shock when you see him. He looks awful.
Since we stopped working together, we hardly ever get the chance to see each other.
Everyone else laughed, but I didn’t get the joke.
When you get to know him, I think you’ll really like him.
I need to speak to Martina urgently, but I just can’t get hold of her.
I want to get rid of that awful painting, but I can’t because it was a wedding present from my mother-in-law.
I’m going to get my own back on my brother for telling my parents I got home late. Now I won’t lend him my bike.
He’s going to get into trouble with his wife if he’s late again.
I tried to walk past him, but he wouldn’t get out of the way.

IDIOMS WITH GET

a. Match sentences 1-10 to A-J.

Get real! – I. There’s no way you can afford that car!
Get a life! – J. You’re 40 and you’re still living with your parents!
I’m not getting anywhere with this crossword. – A. It’s just too difficult for me.
She really gets on my nerves. – F. Everything about her irritates me, her voice, her smile – everything!
She really needs to get her act together. – D. Her exam is in two weeks and she hasn’t even started studying.
They get on like a house on fire. – C. They have exactly the same tastes and interests.
You should get a move on. – E. If you don’t leave soon, you’ll miss the train.
Your grandfather must be getting on a bit. – B. Is he in his eighties now?
My boyfriend just never gets the message. – H. I keep dropping hints about us getting engaged, but he takes no notice.
She always gets her own way. – G. He just does whatever she tells him to.

PHRASAL VERBS WITH GET

Phrasal verbs with get

a. Match the bold phrasal verbs to A-L.

How often do you get together with your extended family? – J. meet socially
How long do you think it usually takes people to get over a break-up? – A. recover from
How do you react if somebody interrupts you when you’re trying to get on with some work? – K. continue doing
Do you have any friends who you find it difficult to get through to in spite of trying to talk to them honestly? – D. make sb understand
What are the best subjects to study in your country if you want to get into politics? – B. start a career or profession
What’s the best way to get around your city, on foot or by public transport? – C. move from place to place
Have you ever cheated in an exam but got away with it? – L. do sth wrong without getting caught
What’s the minimum amount of money you would need to get by if you were living alone in your town? – E. manage with what you have
If you get a bit behind with your work or studies during the week, do you make up for it al the weekend? – F. fail to make enough progress
Does bad weather ever get you down? – G. depress you
In your family, who is best at getting out of doing their share of the housework? – I. avoid a responsibility or obligation
If you leave people a message, does it annoy you if they don’t get back to you immediately? – H. respond to sb by speaking or writing

Assignments for 27.04.23
NEF Advanced Slide 10, ex 2a, c

Vocabulary

a. Look at three sentences from the articles and complete the missing words.

The work isn’t that intellectually demanding.
…neither I nor my colleagues are stupid, and people have no right to look down on us.
But the moment I call them time-wasters is the moment I should quit my job.

c. Complete the sentences 1-5 with words or phrases from the list.

Can we leave whenever we like or do we have to clock off at a certain time?
Nursing is often described as a rewarding job, even though it may be badly paid.
The company has decided that around 20% of its workforce will have to be laid off until the economic situation improves.
The only skills required for this post are a good level of English and the ability to drive.
If you are prepared to do unpaid work, there are several voluntary organizations that are looking for people.

504 Essential Words slide 44 Word Review A B C E

Word Review

A. In each of the parentheses below you will find two of the new vocabulary words. Choose the one that fits better.

1. We will have to (postpone, decrease) our meeting unless more members show up.
2. Rex (underestimated, resisted) the skill of the other tennis player, and he was beaten badly.
3. With only a (frank, mediocre) typing ability, Veronica never expected to be hired.
4. Germs are a (menace, dread) to our health.
5. Although Rip was (challenged, reluctant) to tell all he knew, he remained silent.
6. We invited only the most (prominent, undeniable) people in town to our fund-raising party.
7. When her job in the city was (molested, abolished), Daisy went home to the farm.
8. (Unforeseen, Amateur) problems kept coming up each day, making it harder and harder for me to finish my work.
9. I believe in our doctor and like the (absurd, adequate) reasons he gave us for keeping Grandma in the hospital.
10. Don’t you get angry when someone (ignores, concludes) your questions?

B. Opposites. In Column I are ten words that were taught in Lessons 7-12. Match them correctly with their opposite meanings, which you will find in Column II.

1. consent- d. refuse
2. valid- j. untrue
3. ignite- a. put out
4. reveal- h. hide
5. urgent- b. not important
6. victorious- i. beaten
7. survive- c. die
8. mount- g. get off
9. prohibit- e. allow
10. miniature- f. large

C. Which of the vocabulary choices in parentheses fits best in these newspaper headlines?

1. “Charges Against Me Are — “Complains Governor (Undeniable, Frank, Absurd, Mediocre)
2. High School Principal to — Student Autos (Preserve, Prohibit, Abolish, Underestimate)
3. — Flight of Space Shuttle for 48 Hours (Unforeseen, Ignite, Preserve, Postpone)
4. Witness Promises to — Truth Today (Reveal, Denounce, Exaggerate, Challenge)
5. “Best Novel in a — “Says Critic (Conflict, Decade, Variety, Fiction)
6. Sick Child Visited by — Specialist (Obvious, Prominent, Amateur, Dread)
7. Flu Germs — Elderly Citizens (Menace, Resist, Pollute, Prohibit)
8. Stolen jewels Are Objects of — Search (Adequate, Valid, Unforeseen, Massive)
9. Huge Unemployment in — Areas (Reluctant, Recent, Urban, Urgent)
10. Weatherman Apologizes for — Weekend Forecast (Valid, Gloomy, Obvious, Solitary)

E. The Friendly Letter. With our reliance on the telephone, and now on the new technologies, letter writing among friends has become less important. Still and all, there is no substitute for a personal letter, which friends will appreciate. In the following letter, fill in the blanks, using words selected from the group below:

Dear Rona,

My first day at the Herricksjunior High here in Sandy, Utah was a weird* one. Everyone knew each other, and I was like an alien from outer space. After having spent seven years in classes with you in Miami, I have to adjust to a new state, a new city, a new neighborhood, and a new school!

To be perfectly frank, I hesitate to guess how I’ll manage to survive* because I really miss you and the whole gang back in sunny Florida. You and I always talked about swimming and scuba diving but here all the kids are into skiing. I’m sure that I’ll dread my first time on the big slopes because I have a tendency to fear new experiences. To start with, I’ll have to swap my swim gear for down jackets, mittens, and ear muffs. Brrr!

Back to Herricks jr. High. We have only 140 kids in this less than urban school where there is absolutely no need for a security guard. A quick glimpse of my program reveals* that I have five major subjects, including French. In addition, rna cherie, I have Phys. Ed. three times a week, plus Computer Lab., Home Eco. (we made jello the first day!) and Music. It’s obvious I won’t have time to loaf.

There is a Senior Prom and a class trip to Los Angeles, if I can get my Mom to consent I have to conclude this letter now because they gave me a ton of homework.

Fondly,
Blanche

Assignments for 20.04.23
NEF Advanced slide 9 ex e/ Lexis in Contest, slide 10 ex f

Lexis in Contest

e. Look at the highlighted phrasal verbs and idioms and guess the meaning of the ones you don’t know from the context. Then match them to the definitions 1-8.

look down on us– think they are better than sb/sth
breaks my heart– makes me very upset
keep up with– move or make progress at the same rate as sb/sth
does my head in– makes me annoyed
gets wearing– becomes exhausting
life or death– vitally important
build up– get bigger
go blank– can’t think what to do or say

f. Look at some extracts from other What I’m really thinking articles. Match them to the jobs in the list. What do they imply that the people (sometimes) feel about their jobs?

Sometimes what I do is painful, but I’m not a sadist- dentist
I don’t expect to chat, but sometimes my cab becomes a mobile confessional- taxi driver
Men are risk-takers. They go too fast and don’t like being told what to do- driving instructor
I’d like some respect – people who answer the door while they’re on the phone really bug me, as do the ones who take ages to find the money- pizza delivery man
It’s a cliché, but ‘Have you turned it on and off again?’ is the first thing that comes to my mind every single time someone calls- IT support worker
I work in an industry that convinces people to part with their cash in pursuit of a perfection that does not exist. I am betraying my sisterhood- beauty counter manager

NEF Advanced slide 162 Vocabulary Adjectives describing a job ex-es 1a,2a,c,3a

Adjectives describing a job

a. Match sentences 1-6 with A-F.

I’m a checkout assistant in a supermarket. I really enjoy my job, but it can be a bit monotonous and repetitive. – (A) I have to do exactly the same thing every day.
I’m a primary school teacher. I find working with young children very rewarding. – (B) It makes me happy because it’s useful and important.
I work in a small graphic design company and my job’s really motivating. – (F) The kind of work I do and the people I work with make me want to work harder (do better)
Being a surgeon is very demanding. -(D) It’s very high pressure and you have to work long hours.
I work at an accounting firm. My job is incredibly tedious. – (E) It’s really boring and it makes me feel impatient all the time.

Collocations

a. Complete the text with the word in the list.

What I’m really thinking- The Intern

I’ve just started my third internship. At the end of it, I will have been working unpaid for a year. It feels as though I’m not in control of my own life, that I’m helpless. Academic qualifications and work experience are almost irrelevant when you’re competing against people who have years of experience, many of whom are taking a step down the career ladder.
I’m not choosy- I’ve spent time in a children’s charity, events management, and a press office- but they haven’t got me a permanent contract. It’s demoralizing. And exhausting- job-hunting is a full-time occupation. After clocking off, most people can be free for the night. For the intern, it’s time to go home and look for work. I have no idea how many positions I’ve applied for since graduating, but it’s more than 100.

The same or different

a. Look at the pairs of words or phrases Write S if they have the same or a very similar meaning and D of they are different.

quit, resign- same
staff, workforce- same
be laid off, be made redundant- different
be out of work, be off work- different
be sacked, be fired- same
get promotes, get a rise- same
skills, qualification- different
hire sb, employ sb- same
perks, benefit- same

Assignments for 17.04.23
NEF Advanced Reading. What I am really thinking, slides 9-10 /a,b,c/ read, learn all the unknown words, and be ready to discuss in class

diversion [daɪˈvɜːʃn] distraction- շեղում
irrelevant not to the point- անտեղի
go blank to forget something that you know, often temporarily:
infuriate- զայրացնել
harrowing- հուզիչ

Assignments for 14.04.23
NEF Advanced Grammar slide 141, a, b

a. Right or wrong? Correct the mistakes in the highlighted phrases.

I don’t think you should drive until you’ve had your brakes fixed.
A. Why don’t you want to come? B. I haven’t got any money.
Does your husband have to work tomorrow or is he taking the day off?
The staff don’t have to dress formally in this company – they can wear what they like.
How long have you had your flat in London?
What time are we having dinner tonight?
My parents had a lot of problems with my sister when she was a teenager.
I haven’t had a holiday for 18 months. I really need a break.
Have we got to do this exercise now, or can we do it later for homework?

b. Rewrite the sentences using a form of have or have got.

She’s an only child.- She hasn’t got siblings.
We used to pay someone to take a family photograph every year.- We used to have a family photograph taken every year.
Buying car insurance is obligatory for all drivers.- All the drivers were obligated to buy car insurance.
He last saw his father in 2009.- He hasn’t seen his father since 2009.
He lacks the right qualifications for this job.- He hasn’t got the right qualifications for this job.
It’s not necessary for us to do it now; we can do it later.- We don’t have to do it now.
The sea was amazingly clear and warm-we swam every morning.- We had a swim every morning.
When did you start to get on badly?- How long have you got on badly?
I need someone to fix the central heating. I think the thermostat is broken.- I need to have the central heating fixed. I think the thermostat is broken.

Assignments for 13.04.23
504 Essential Words / slide 41 / Learn the words with their definitions
Do the ex-es- Fill in the Blanks, Word Detective slide 43

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

The doctor was completely frank with the dying man.
In an audible whisper, Maria called for my attention.
We didn’t need any evidence to see that the poor man was in urgent need of money and food.
All his life the child was used to living in urban areas.
Dry matches to ignite the campfire were sought by the boy scout.
Smoking is prohibited in the medical building.
Gasoline fumes help to pollute the air.
The decrease in the number of people voting in national elections is due to lack of interest.
Some citizens believe that we will never be able to abolish war.
The population of New York City is about eight million people.
In the comics, Superman never reveals his true identity.
They needed an adequate supply of water to last for the entire trip through the desert.

Word Detective

From the list of 12 new words that follows, choose one that corresponds to each definition below.

having to do with cities or towns- urban
make known- reveal
as much as is needed; sufficient- adequate
make dirty- pollute
do away with completely- abolish
make or become less- decrease
free in expressing one’s thoughts- frank
demanding immediate action- urgent
set on fire- ignite
people of a city or country- population
able to be heard- audible
forbid by a law or authority- prohibit

Assignments for 10.04.23
NEF ADVANCED Vocabulary Personality learn the words,slide 161, ex-es 1,2,3

Adjectives

a. Complete the sentences with the adjectives in the list.

He’s quite resourceful. He can usually work out how to solve a problem.
He’s very self-sufficient. He never needs anyone else’s help.
Her boyfriend is a steady guy. He’s sensible and she can really rely on him – just what she needs!
She’s very determined. Once she’s decided to do something, nothing will stop her.
My nieces are both really bright. They get very good marks at school in all their subjects.
He’s not very sympathetic. When I was ill last week he didn’t even phone me.
She is so conscientious! She worked all weekend to make sure she got everything done.
My sister’s a very gentle person. She’s calm and kind and she never gets angry.
She’s such a straightforward person. She’s honest and open and says just what she thinks.
He’s very spontaneous. He can suddenly decide to go to Paris in the morning and in the evening he’s there!
Our maths teacher used to be so sarcastic. She loved making comments that made us feel small.

Phrases

a. Complete the phrases with the verbs from the list in the right form.

I don’t really like taking risks, especially with money.
She makes life hard for herself because she refuses to compromise. Everything has to be perfect.
She’s quite stubborn. She rarely changes her mind even when she knows she’s probably wrong.
I worry about my grandmother. She’s so trusting that it would be easy for people to take advantage of her.
On the surface he seems self-confident, but deep down he’s quite insecure.

Idioms

a. Match the bold idioms 1-6 to their meaning A-F.

Mum’s got a heart of gold.- She’s incredibly kind to everyone she meets. B
My boss is a bit of a cold fish. He’s unfriendly and he never shows his emotions. A
My brother’s a real pain in the neck.- He’s so annoying- he’s always taking my things. C
Dad’s a soft touch.- I can always persuade him to give me extra pocket money. D
My uncle has a very quick temper.- He gets angry very easily. E

Hometask for 06.04.23
Destination B2 Unit 2 Travel and Transport Learn the words on slide 13, ex-es /A, B, C F, G, H, I/

А. Choose the correct answer.

You need a passport to cross the border between Mexico and the United States.
The hotel where we are staying is quite luxurious.
When you reach your destination, your tour guide will meet you at the airport.
It can be quite busy here during the tourist season.
David takes me to the train station every morning.
I always enjoy our school trip to France.
Hurry up, or we will miss the bus!
The brochure says that the hotel has a great view of the sea.
I must remember to bring a souvenir back from Spain for my grandmother.
The distance from London to Berlin is about 919 kilometers.
Make sure you book a hotel before you come to our island, especially in the summer.
I live in Barcelona, but my home town is Madrid.

B. Circle the correct word.

I hope to go on a trip round the world one day.
You learn a lot about the local area by speaking to local people.
It’s good to have someone to guide you when you are on holiday.
I get the train to work every day and the fare is quite expensive.
Captain Cook discovered Australia on a voyage to the Pacific.
Most tourist attractions in London charge an admission fee.
The sunset over Niagara Falls really is a magnificent sight.

C. Complete using the correct form of the words in the box.

Let’s go to the airport to see Grandpa off when he flies back home.
If it starts to rain, make for a nearby cave to wait for it to pass.
We would like to remind all guests that they must check out before midday.
Please pull in and stop so that I can buy something to drink.
Every Saturday night my dad picks us up outside the cinema.
I think the neighbors have gone away for the weekend.
John’s up ahead so Greg is pedaling fast to catch up with him.
We’re going on holiday tomorrow, but we’ll call you when we get back.

F. Choose the correct answer.

I have always dreamt of visiting China.
The travel agency is arranging for us to stay at a really nice hotel.
My dad says he always regrets not travelling more.
John seems keen to learn how to drive as soon as he can.
Now, class, I’d like you all to write me description of your last holiday.
When you arrive at the airport, have your passport ready.
The Joneses have invited to go to Australia with them this summer.
The in-flight entertainment may differ from that advertised.

G. Find the extra word in each line.

The cancelled trip

Oh, let me tell you about our trip. Did you know that Sara is afraid of be
flying? We had arranged it with her family to go to France for a few days.
I have always wanted to see Paris and would love to live in there one day.
Well, we got to the airport and Sara appeared being nervous. I asked her if
she was okay and she said she was fine, so we continued on to our way.
We went through passport control and I could see so that Sara wasn’t
keen on going any further. Just then, a voice announced: “We regret it to
inform passengers that Flight 144 to France is been cancelled.” That was
our flight! Sarah said she was glad because of she was too frightened to
fly anyway! So, we all went to home. That was the end of that trip!

H. Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line.

It’s not always easy being a tourist. You spend half of your time making arrangement for your holiday and the other half worrying about sticking to the timetable . I think it’s relaxing sometimes to spend a holiday at home. There are no cultural problems, you don’t need someone to be the photographer and you know that the local inhabitants are always friendly!

I. Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in capitals when this is necessary.

Beijing has changed so much in the last few years that it’s almost unrecognisable.
The number of cars world-wide is about a billion and is increasing all the time.
The new maglev trains run on a completely different system from ordinary trains.
Living in a foreign country really does broaden your horizones.
I can’t find a direct flight from London to Delhi so I’ve booked one that changes in Frankfurt.
All passengers must complete a visa form upon arrival at Singapore airport.
You can still see old milestones by the side of the road in England, showing the distance to the nearest town.
The Museum of Transport has a full-sized jet plane next to the entrance.

Assignments for 16.03.23
NEF Student’s book What do you remember slide 124, Grammar /a,b Vocabulary/a,b,c,d

Grammar

a. Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first.

I don’t have a car, but I would like one.- I wish I had a car.
Please stop whistling. I’m trying to concentrate.- I wish he would stop whistling. I’m trying to concentrate.
I regret not speaking to her before she left.- I wish I had spoken to her before she left.
He got a good job although he didn’t have the right qualifications.- He got a good job, despite not having the right qualifications.
That’s the man for whom I used to work.- That’s the man I used to work for.

b. Choose a,b, or c

I opened the door quietly so as not to wake my father up.
He still works even though he won a million pounds on the lottery last year.
That’s the house in which Shakespeare was born.
Do you realize what you’ve done?
That dog follows me wherever I go.

Vocabulary

a. Circle the right word.

That walk was exhausting. I need a good rest now.
I was really shocked when I read the e-mail.
This company has forty employees.
Do you do business with many foreign companies?
That lawyer must be very successful- he’s got so many clients.

b. Complete the missing words.

Will the company make a profit or loss this year?
The slogan for their new advertising campaign is “You’ll never find a better one.”
My uncle was made redundant and had to look for another job.
We are planning to launch our new product in September.
The bank has branches all over the country.

c. Complete the sentences with one word.

He has set up a new company which makes software.
Our local shop has been taken over by a big supermarket chain.
They missed the last bus so I ended up having to drive them home.
There are many different kinds of pasta, such as fettucine.
Many English words come from French, for example royal.

d. Complete the sentence using the bold word and a prefix.

This word is very difficult to say. I always mispronounce it.
When I finish my first degree I want to get a postgraduate qualification.
The city center was completely rebuilt after the war.
We are really underpaid. We can hardly survive on our salary.
The actress wrote her autobiography after she retired.

Pronunciation

a. Underline the word with a different sound.

amusing, business, whose, misunderstand
staff, branch, launch, market
colleague, logo, though, owner
client, biannual, irritate, tiring
company, shocked, money, worried

Assignments for 13.03.23
NEF Student’s Book Grammar slide 155, 7B/a,b

7B

a. Complete the sentences with one word.

We enjoyed our holiday despite the weather.
Carl doesn’t like spending money even though he’s very rich.
They went to the airport to catch a plane.
Sandy made a note of his number so that not to forget it.
My mother called the doctor’s in order to make an appointment.
Guy passed the exam in spite of the fact that he hadn’t studied much.
Angela took a jacket so that she wouldn’t get cold.
Although the service was poor, the meal was delicious.
I went home for a shower before I went out.
Despite being late, he stopped for a coffee.

b. Rewrite the sentences.

We took a taxi so as not to arrive late.- We took a taxi so that we wouldn’t arrive late.
Despite earning a fortune, she drives a very old car.- Although she earns a fortune, she drives a very old car.
Everyone saw the film even though the reviews were terrible.- Everyone saw the film in spite of the terrible reviews.
The plane managed to land despite the very thick fog.- The plane managed to land even though there was a very thick fog.
I told her I liked her jacket so that I wouldn’t offend her.- I told her I liked her jacket so as not to offend her.
The manager called a meeting so as to explain the new policy.- The manager called a meeting in order to explain the new policy.

Assignments for 09.03.23
504 Essential Words slide 38 learn the words with their definitions, ex-es slide 40 Fill in the Blanks, Matching

evidence- that which makes clear the truth or falsehood of something
solitary- alone; single; only
vision- power of seeing; sense of sight
frequent- happening often; occurring repeatedly
glimpse- a short, quick view
recent- done, made, or occurring not long ago
decade- ten years
hesitate- fail to act quickly; be undecided
absurd- plainly not true or sensible; foolish
conflict- direct opposition; disagreement
minority- smaller number or part; less than half
fiction- that which is imagined or made up

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

The old man had lived for seven decades.
He had the vision that some day there would be peace on earth.
Only a minority of the senators were against welfare.
No one has ever had even a glimpse of the future.
People used to think it was an absurd idea that human beings could ever fly.
We make frequent visits to Florida in the winter.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.
There was only a solitary man on the beach.
The conflict was over the high cost of bread.
Recent studies have shown that the cost of living has gone up rapidly.
The gun alone was evidence enough to convict the killer.
The stories Henry told people about his adventures turned out to be merely fiction.

Matching

Match the new words in Column I with the definition in Column II.

vision- h. sense of sight
fiction- g. that which is imagined or made up
frequent- b. happening often
absurd- k. plainly or true or sensible
minority- i. smaller numb or part
evidence- d. that which makes clear the truth or falsegood of something
conflict- j. direct opposition
decade- a. ten years
glimpse- f. a short, quick view
recent- e. occurring not long ago
solitary- c. alone
hesitate- l. fail to act quickly.

Assignments for 06.03.23
NEF Student’s Book Vocabulary Business and Advertising slide 166, ex-es 1a/b, 2a/b, 3

Business and Advertising

Vocabulary and expressions

a. Complete with verbs from the list.

set up a company (=start)
manufacture a product (=make in a factory)
market a product (= sell using advertising)
import materials (=buy from another country)
export your product (= sell to another countries)
expand (=get bigger)
become the market leader (= be the most successful company)
take over another company (= get control of)
launch a new product, an advertising campaign (= show for the first time)
merge with another company (= combine to make one single company)

b. Do or make? Put the words or phrases in the right column.

Do– business, a job, a market research
Make– a deal, a decision, money, a profit, somebody redundant

Organizations and people

a. Organizations. Match the words and definitions.

a chain- a group of shops, hotels, etc. owned by the same person or company
a business- an organization which produces or sells goods or provides a service
a multinational- a company that has offices or factories in many countries
head office- the main office of a company
a branch- an office or shop that is part of a larger organization

b. People. Match the words and definitions.

the staff- the group of people who work for an organization
an employee- a person who works for somebody
an employer- a person or company that employs other people
a customer- someone who buys goods or service e.g. rom a shop
a client- someone who receives a service from a professional person.
a colleague- a person who works with you
the (managing) director (MD)- the person who manages or controls a company or organization
the owner- the person who owns a business
head of department- a person who is in charge of a department in a company
manager- a person in charge of part of an organization, e.g. a branch

Advertising

Match the words/phrases and pictures.

1- logo
2- commercial
3- advertisement
4- slogan
5- junk mail
6- cold-calling

Assignments for 02.03.23
NEF Vocabulary expressions with go slide 113

a. Complete the questions with the correct word.

Do you usually go through your notes after class?
What do you usually do when something goes wrong with your computer?
Have you ever promised someone something important and then gone off it?
Do you think you could go without food for 24 hours?
Do you normally choose shoes that go with the clothes you’re wearing?
How long does it usually take you to go to sleep at night?
Do you think that speaking English will help you to go far professionally?
Is there any singer or band you used to like but who you’ve gone back?
If you were offered a job abroad, would you go for it?
What’s going on at the moment in the celebrity world in your country?

504 Essential Words slide 35 Words to learn with their definitions, Fill in the Blanks slide36

excel– be better than; do better than
feminine– of women or girls
mount– get up on
compete– try hard to get something wanted by others; be a rival
dread– look forward to with fear; fear greatly; causing great fear
masculine– of man; male
menace– threat
tendency– leaning; movement in a certain direction
underestimate– set too low a value, amount, or rate
victorious– having won a victory; conquering
numerous– very many; several
flexible– easily bent; willing to yield

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

1. The massive tree on the corner was a menace to traffic.
2. At parties, the shy girl would dread being asked to dance.
3. My uncle has a tendency to repeat the same story over and over again.
4. The modest man used to underestimate his own strength.
5. No person can ever excel in all things he does.
6. Being flexible is far better than being stubborn.
7. We went to the beach on numerous occasions last summer.
8. Playing with dolls is traditionally a feminine pastime.
9. Only the brightest students were invited to compete for the prize.
10. Carole was ten years old before her parents finally let her mount a horse.
11. The amateur tennis player completed many matches without being victorious.
12. When Stuart started growing a mustache, it was obvious he was becoming more masculine.

Assignments for 27.02.23
NEF Grammar slide 155 7A a, b

7A

a. Circle the correct form.

I wish I had blonde hair.
She wishes her parents would live nearer.
You’re driving too fast. I wish you would drive more slowly.
I wish it would stop raining. I want to go out for a walk!
Ben’s been wearing the same clothes for years. I wish he would buy some new clothes.
Chloe wishes she knew how to play the guitar.
I’m cold. I wish my flat had central heating.
Their TV is really loud. I wish they would turn it down.

b. Write a sentence with I wish+ past perfect.

I left my camera in the car and someone stole it.- I wish I hadn’t left my camera in the car.
I didn’t set my alarm clock, so I was late for work.- I wish I had set my alarm clock.
I bought a house in the country, but I really miss the city center.- I wish I hadn’t bought a house in the country.
I dropped my phone in the bath and now it doesn’t work.- I wish I hadn’t dropped my phone in the bath.
Unfortunately, I couldn’t go to your party.- I wish I had gone to your party.
I didn’t have a holiday last year and now I’m really stressed.- I wish I had had a holiday last year.

Assignments for 23.02.23
504 Essential Words slide 32 Learn the words with their definitions, slide 34 Fill in the Gaps, Synonym Search

vicinity– region near a place; neighborhood
century– 100 years
rage– violent anger; something that arouses intense but brief enthusiasm
document– something handwritten or printed that gives information or proof of some fact
conclude– end; finish; decide
undeniable– not to be denied; cannot be questioned
resist– act against; strive against; oppose
lack– be entirely without something; have not enough
ignore– pay no attention to; disregard
challenge– call to a fight
miniature– represented on a small scale
source– place from which something comes or is obtained

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

Ernesto would constantly ignore his father’s questions.
Historical documents are kept in a special section of the library.
Great scientific progress has been made in this century
The massive wrestler accepted the challenge of the newcomer.
Not wearing warm clothing was the source of his illness.
“When do you expect to conclude your investigation of the case?”
It is undeniable that this restaurant’s food is delicious.
Lena showed a lack of good judgment.
Everyone who lived in the vicinity of the bomb test was in peril.
Anita’s habit of interrupting him sent her husband into a rage.
My nephew was given a set of miniature soldiers for Christmas.
When you are tired it is hard to resist staying in bed all day.

Synonym Search

Circle the word that most nearly expresses the meaning o f the word printed in blue type.

century- one hundred years
document- official paper
undeniable- unquestionable
vicinity- region near a place
challenge- call to a fight
lack- be without
miniature- tiny
rage- extreme anger
conclude- decide
source- origin
resist- strive against
ignore- disregard

Assignments for 20.02.23
NEF Student’s Book What do you remember /slide 108,

What do you remember?

Grammar

Choose a, b, or c.

After the accident, I was in hospital for weeks.
I now live next door to the school I used to go to.
I think Lake Constance is the biggest lake in Switzerland.
He’s looking for some cheap accommodation in London.
Let me give you some advice– don’t marry him!
I need to buy a new pair of trousers.
I’m going to the optician’s. I need to have my eyes tested.
There’s no milk. I’ll have to buy some.
I didn’t buy my jeans in that shop because all of them were so expensive.
They shouldn’t go in the boat alone because neither of them can swim.

Vocabulary

a. Complete the sentences with the right form of the bold word.

Tonbridge is a small provincial town in south-east England.
One of the biggest problems in big cities is poverty.
The government must do more to protect the environment.
A lot of research is being done into human genetics.
Many important scientific discoveries were made in the 19th century.

b. Complete the phrases.

Please turn the TV down. I need some peace and quiet.
He arrived back from his adventure safe and sound.
The dancers moved backwards and forwards across the floor.
I don’t know him very well. I’ve only met him once or twice.
We’ve moved almost everything to the new office. There are just a few bits and pieces left.

c. Circle the right verb.

Scientist do experiments in a laboratory.
Archimedes made an important discovery in his bath.
Drugs companies have to do a lot of research into possible side effects.
These tablets are made in Germany.
Before a company can sell a new medicine it has to do tests and trials using volunteers.

d. Word groups. Underline the word that is different. Say why.

cathedral, synagogue, harbor, mosque
taxi rank, cable car, bus station, airport
suburb, district, landmark, neighbourhood
square, skyscraper, town hall, law court
chemist, scientist, physicist, genetics

Pronunciation

Underline the word with a different sound.

neither, vibrant, science, neighbourhood
government, prove, slums, discovery
volunteer, theory, research, idea
clothes, both, neither, the
geologist, synagogue, genes, biologist

NEF Student’s Book Can you understand the text/slide 109

a. Complete the article with a sentence A-F.

I talk for two minutes on four topics: a happy memory, a sad memory, something that makes me angry, and a neutral work-related topic. B
Voice coaching, once only for actors, is now commonly used by politicians and business people. F
Mr. Grant receives a report on the results and, armed with that information, he and his colleagues coach me to use my voice more effectively. D
On the other hand, I do not vary my pitch much, which means I have a monotonous voice. E
The idea is that when you are tempted to say ‘um’ you simply remain quiet. C
For most of us the idea of having the weakness of our speech exposed is scary. A

Assignments for 13.02.23
NEF Student’s book Vocabulary Towns and Cities slide 165 ex-es 1,2,3,4

1. Buildings, landmarks, and getting around

Write four words in each column.

places of worship- chapel, mosque, synagogue, temple
other buildings- football stadium, law courts, skyscraper, concert hall, tower
other landmarks and sights- hill, square, statue, harbor
getting around- cable car, cycle lane, pedestrian street, taxi rank

2. Where people live/work

Match the words and definitions.

in the city/town centre- the middle E
in a friendly neighbourhood- an area and the people who live there A
in the suburbs- the area of a town outside the centre B
on the outskirts- the furthest part from the centre, on the edge of the town/city F
in the (financial) district- an area where all the banks are D
in the old town- the historic part of a town C

3. City problems

Complete the Problems column with a word from the list.

There are a lot of traffic jams and congestion, especially during rush hour.
There are slums on the outskirts of the city, where the houses are in very bad condition.
There is a lot of vandalism, and often phone boxes are destroyed and don’t work.
In some parts of the city there is a lot of overcrowding with too many people living in one building.
There is too much pollution caused by car fumes and factory emissions.
There are a lot of homeless people who sleep in the street.
Beggars are poor people who stop you in the street and ask you for money.
There is a lot of poverty in this country. Many people are earning less than a dollar a day.

4. Adjectives to describe a town/city

Match the sentences.

London is a very cosmopolitan city. It’s full of people from different cultures. C
This area of the city is quite run down. The buildings are in bad condition. F
It’s a very industrial city. There are a lot of factories in and around the city. G
Prague is a very historic city. It has many interesting old buildings and monuments. A
I think my city is very provincial. People here have a small-town mentality. D
Buenos Aires is a vibrant city. It’s full of life and energy. B
This city is terribly polluted. The air is full of toxic chemicals. E

Assignments for 10.02.23
Destination B2 Passive Voice slide 98 A,B,C, slide 99 F,H

A. Choose the correct word or phrase.

The prime minister was criticized for his recent actions.
When I walked past the Wilsons’ house, their new sofa was being delivered.
Our teacher has told us to take our favorite book to school tomorrow.
I think my mobile has been stolen.
Jonathan was chosen to play the lead role in the school play.
I’m sleeping downstairs because my bedroom is being painted.
This picture was probably taken during the winter.
Your essays must be handed in on Friday morning.
Someone has left their wallet on the floor.
Did you hear about the bank being robbed?
Treasure Island was written by Robert Louis Stevenson.
It was a real shock when my dad was fired from his job.
The Vikings had visited America before it was discovered by Columbus.
When we got to the airport, we learned that our flight had been delayed.
Was your ticket for the concert tomorrow paid for by you or your parents?

B. Complete using the correct passive form of the verbs in brackets.

The Earth is held by the gravity of the Sun and orbits around it.
The first feature-length comedy film was created by Charlie Chaplin.
The award for the best video will be presented later this evening
By the time you read this, I will have been arrested for murder.
I don’t know whether our tests have been marked yet or not.
Radio waves were discovered by Marconi.
You wouldn’t think it to look at him now, but Jack was bullied when he was at school.
Your application is being considered and we will let you know as soon as we’ve made a decision.
The roof of the car can be lowered by pressing this button here.
Our tent was blown over in the night by the wind.
Chess has been played for around two thousand years now.
Two men are being questioned at this moment by the police in connection with the burglary.

C. Write sentences in the passive.

Our car is being serviced by a mechanic at the moment.
A man was shot with an air gun outside the petrol station last night.
Gunpowder was invented by the Chinese.
At the surgery yesterday, I was examined by Dr. Peterson, and I was given a prescription.
I went to see it because I had been told it was a good film by all my friends.
This photograph was taken by my grandfather.
It looked like the window had been broken with a hammer some time before.
Our dog was given an injection with a special syringe by the vet.
The winning goal in last night’s match was scored by Donatello with a brilliant free kick.
Your cheque was sent last Friday and should be delivered to you tomorrow.

F. Choose the correct answer.

We are having a swimming pool put in this week. B
Why don’t you get a doctor to look at your arm? A
My teeth were a little yellow so I had them cleaned by the dentist. D
Stuart’s thinking of having his head shaved! C
My sister got her ear pierced last week. B
Mum and dad didn’t fancy cooking, so we got a pizza delivered. C
You should get a professional to check your house for earthquake damage. D
Kelly wanted to have a live band play at her wedding. B
Can we have air-conditioning installed? D
We had our house burgled while we were on holiday. B

H. Find the extra word in each line.

My wedding had been being arranged for months. I knew exactly what I
wanted for that special day. I had the caterers to give me a menu and
have got them to provide me with samples so that I could be sure we
would have the best food. I also wanted to have us a string quartet play
classical music and I arranged that, too. My dress was been being made
specially and I had told the dressmaker put silver thread in it. Finally, the
big day got arrived. My dress was being delivered in the morning, but by
ten it still hadn’t arrived. They called me and said it had been being
damaged! I was furious! I had my best friend quickly to pop out and get
a new dress. I had got my lawyer to call to get my money back.

Assignments for 09.02.23
NEF Student’s Book slide 153,6B a/b

6B

a. Right (V) or wrong (X)? Correct the wrong phrases.

1. We had beautiful weather when we were on holiday.
2. They’ve got some lovely furniture in their house.
3. My brother gave me a useful piece of advice. Correct
4. The police have arrested two suspects.
5. I need to buy new trousers for my interview tomorrow.
6. The staff are very unhappy about the new dress code.
7. Your glasses are really dirty. Can you see anything? Correct
8. The homework was very difficult last night.

b. Circle the correct form. Tick (V) if both are correct.

1. Athletics is my favorite sport.
2. I bought a pair of/some jeans.
3. Harvey’s clothes look really expensive.
4. The flight crew work hard to make passengers comfortable.
5. I found out a piece of useful information at the meeting.
6. Is that vase made of glass?
7. I think I’ll have some time after lunch to help you with that report.
8. I’ve got some good news for you about your job application.
9. We’ve made a lot of progress in the last two weeks.
10. My eyesight is getting worse. I need a new pair of glasses.

NEF Student’s Book slide 97 ex /e,f

e. Match the word pair idioms with their meanings.

I’m sick and tired of hearing you complain. C fed up
I didn’t buy much, just a few bits and pieces. G small things
I’ve been having headaches now and again. F occasionally
He’s unemployed and down and out. H without a home or money
Every relationship needs a bit of give and take. E compromise
We’ve had our ups and downs, but now we get on really well. A problems
The army we called in to restore law and order. B a situation in which the law is obeyed
Despite flying through a storm we arrived safe and sound. D without problem or injury

f. Complete the sentences with a word pair from b, c, or e.

1. He visits us once or twice/now and then, perhaps twice a year.
2. It’s your last chance I’m afraid. It’s all or nothing.
3. After lots of adventures she arrived home safe and sound.
4. Please stop making so much noise. I need a bit of peace and quiet.
5. Sooner or later he’ll realize that she’s not the woman for him.
6. After the riots the government sent soldiers in to try to establish law and order.
7. She’s sick and tired of her husband. She wants to leave him.
8. It was an amazing storm. There was lots of thunder and lightning.

504 Essential Words learn the words with their definitions, slide 29, Lesson 8

exaggerate- make something greater than it is; overstate
amateur- person who does something for pleasure, not for money or as a profession
mediocre- neither good nor bad; average; ordinary
variety- lack of sameness; a number of different things
valid- supported by facts or authority; sound; true
survive- live longer than; remain alive after
weird- mysterious; unearthly
prominent- well-known; important
security- freedom from danger, care, or fear; feeling or condition of being safe
bulky- taking up much space; large
reluctant- unwilling
obvious- easily seen or understood; clear to the eye or mind; not to be doubted; plain

Assignments for 06.02.23
Destination B2 slide 46, ex-es D,E,G,H,I

D. Complete using the correct form of the verb in brackets.

The clothes you bought me for my birthday were wonderful.
It turned out that the information we received was wrong.
My new jeans are in the wash and I wanted to wear them tonight.
The luggage on a plane takes up a lot of room.
Your hair looks really nice and shiny.
I could tell by the look on her face that the news wasn’t good.
Oh, no! My money is in my other jacket.

E. Find the mistakes in this passage and correct them.

Newsflash

‘We interrupt your usual schedule to bring you some important news. We are receiving
information about a spaceship that has landed outside the White House. The large
ship seems to be made of glass. Reports say that a short time ago aliens came out
of the craft. Eye-witnesses described them as short and said their clothes were made
of metal and their hair was bright green. Strangely, one of them appeared to be
wearing jeans. Many people said that they seemed to be friendly. The President of the
United States is currently holding a meeting with the visitors in the hope that we can
exchange knowledge. The Police advice is to stay indoors and under no circumstances
approach the spaceship. We will be back with more news as soon as we can. And
now, back to your usual programme, Gardening for Beginners.’

G. Match to make sentences.

I’m quite busy so I’ve got very little time to talk to you now. H
Happily, we have had very few complaints from hotel guests recently. F
My dad just got a good job so we have a little money for luxuries. G
Pollution is improving now that a few people recycle their rubbish. B
My mum has lost her job so we have little money for luxuries. D
My lesson’s been cancelled so I’ve got a little time to talk to you now. A
It’s a shame that few people recycle their rubbish. E
Unfortunately, we have had a few complaints from hotel guests recently. C

H. Choose the correct answer.

If you have a little time at the end of the exam, check your answers.
Give me a few minutes and I’ll be ready.
We’ve only got a little milk left so get some when you go shopping.
Just a little practice every day and you’ll soon be able to play the piano.
We were disappointed that few of the members came to the youth club party.
Sprinkle a little sugar on the strawberries.
I suppose now I’m 43, I have little hope of playing football for England.
Could you help me with a few exercises I don’t understand.
There’s a little coffee left, if anyone wants some.
Becoming an astronaut is so demanding that few people manage it.
I’ll meet you in half an hour- I’ve got a few e-mails to write first.
Many people feel there’s little point in voting, even in a general election.

I. Write an article in each gap where necessary. If an article is not necessary, write a dash (-).

Ray: Hello?
Sandy: Hi. Is that Ray? It’s Sandy.
Ray: Oh, hi! How was the film?
Sandy: Great! We took a taxi to the cinema and the taxi driver got lost, so we almost missed the start. What about you? What did you do last night?
Ray: Oh, I just stayed at home. I listened to music for a while and then watched the news.
Sandy: Oh, yes? So what’s happening in the world? Anything I should know about?
Ray: Well, I know you don’t like politics, but there was an interesting report on Asia. It gave me a few ideas for the geography essay we were talking about the other day.
Sandy: Ah, right. Anything else?
Ray: Nothing important. Just that the lead singer of your favorite band is getting married — to an actress, the one who was in the film.
Sandy: What?! Why didn’t you tell me? I have to check this out on the internet! See you at school tomorrow. Bye!
Ray: Okay. Bye.

Assignments for 03.02.23
Destination B 2 slide 45 ex-es A, B, C Articles

A. Circle the correct word or phrase.

I love this time in the evening when the sun is going down.
People play cricket in South Africa, Australia, and Sri Lanka.
It’s too far to walk so I think I’ll catch the bus.
Jane had to go home from school because she had a headache.
The robber was sent to prison for a total of three years.
My cousin works as a waiter in a cafe where I live.
The underground doesn’t run this late so we’ll have to take a taxi.
I like to listen to music in my free time.
My favorite subject at school is chemistry.
Jazz music appeared in America in the 1920s.

B. Choose the correct answer. If no word is needed, choose ‘D’

Oh, I didn’t tell you! We’ve got a new English teacher.
Here’s the new DVD you asked to borrow.
We’re out of coffee, so could you get some from the supermarket?
The prize is a unique opportunity to travel the world.
It looks like the glass in your bedroom window is cracked.
It’s an honor to be here this evening to speak to you.
There’s a good chance we’ll be late for the meeting.
Reports are coming in of a major oil spill in the Mediterranean.
I went to see the doctor because I’m finding it difficult to sleep at night.
Do you think they’ll ever send a manned mission to Venus?

C. Circle the extra word in each line.

Being in the news

The many people who appear in the news for the first time The
find that a sudden fame has a negative effect on their lives. a
The national press can be an unforgiving and the loss of an
the privacy that comes with fame is an extra problem at a the
difficult time. This is especially the case when a someone is a
in the news because of a tragedy or the serious crime. Just the
at the moment when you are under a most stress, you find a
microphones and the cameras in your face. The media have the
a responsibility to inform the public, but an innocent people an
are often hurt by the demand for the scandal. the

Assignment for 02.02.23
NEF Student’s Book Articles slide 153 6A a, b

6A

a. Circle the correct article.

The weather was awful so we stayed at home. –
The dishwasher we bought last week has stopped working already.
I love reading historical novels. –
Sarah had had an exhausting day so she went to bed early. –
My boyfriend drives a very cool sports car.
The teachers are on strike so the children aren’t going to school. –
Turn left immediately after the church and go up the hill.
My neighbor’s in prison because he didn’t pay his extra taxes. –
People are complaining because the council have refused to build a new hospital.
Visitors will not be allowed to enter hospital after 7.00 p.m. –

b. Complete with the or (-)

I think Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean.
Cairo is on the River Nile.
We didn’t have time to visit the Louvre when we were in Paris.
South-west England is famous for its beautiful countryside and beaches. –
Mount Everest in the Himalayas.
The largest island lake is the Caspian Sea.
We stayed at the Palace Hotel while we were in Madrid.
Romeo and Juliet is on at the Globe Theatre.
The Channel Islands are situated between England and France.
I’ve always wanted to visit India. –

Assignments for 16.12.22
504 Essential Words slide 21 , Lesson 6, learn the words, ex-es slide 23/ Fill in the Blanks, Choose the correct word

approach- come near or nearer to
detect- find out; discover
defect- fault; that which is wrong
employee- a person who works for pay
neglect- give too little care or attention to
deceive- make someone believe as true something that is false; mislead
undoubtedly- certainly; beyond doubt
popular- liked by most people
thorough- being all that is needed; complete
client- person for whom a lawyer acts; customer
comprehensive- including much; covering completely
defraud- take money, right, etc., away by cheating

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

Each of our workers is trained to give your car a thorough or comprehensive examination. (Which two words might
fit this sentence?)
Tom Jones was undoubtedly the best singer in the choir when he was young.
He could approach the problem from all angles.
Mrs. Spector always wanted to be popular with her friends.
Why did you neglect cleaning your room today?
The employee bought his boss a birthday present.
Rocco’s only defect was that he walked with a slight limp.
None of the other poker players suspected that their friend would defraud them in order to win.
When Cynthia realized that nobody liked her, she knew she had been deceived.
I could detect from the tone of his voice that he was in a bad mood.
His client was happy with the work Terence had been doing for him.
I do not want to do anything less than a comprehensive or thorough job on my term paper. (Which two words might fit this sentence?)

Choose the Correct Word

Circle the word in parentheses that best fits the sense of the sentence.

Many of today’s (popular, comprehensive) songs will become tomorrow’s Golden Oldies.
My boss insists that all of the (employees, clients) punch a time clock each morning.
I (approached, detected) a hint of sarcasm in your seemingly innocent reply to the sales clerk who apologized for the long lines.
As the car (approached, detected) the bridge, we could see the dense* fog coming in off the water
Our weekly vocabulary quizzes are (comprehensive, popular), including not only that week’s new words, but words we learned in past weeks as well.
Even a small (client, defect) in an electric appliance can be the possible* cause of a fire.
Ms. Rodriguez (undoubtedly, comprehensively) felt she had been unjustly accused of showing favoritism, but most of her students felt otherwise.
Her (thorough, popular) description of the missing bracelet helped police find it.
We’ve all learned that if you (defraud, neglect) your teeth, you will surely develop dental problems of one kind or another.
It is probably still true that the majority* of Americans do not think our political leaders would knowingly (defect, defraud) the government.
To (defraud, deceive) someone into thinking you are a friend when you are only along for the ride is selfish and unfeeling.
Since your livelihood depends on pleasing them, (clients, employees), like customers, are always right.

Assignments for 09.12.22
504 Essential Words slide 18 learn the words with their definitions/ ex Fill in the Blanks

tradition- beliefs, opinions and customs handed down
rural- in the country
burden- what is carried; a load
campus- grounds of a college, university, or school
majority- the larger number; greater part; more than half
assemble- gather together; bring together
explore- go over carefully; look into closely; examine
topic- subject that people think, write, or talk about
debate- a discussion in which reasons for and against
evade- get away from by trickery or cleverness
probe- search into; examine thoroughly; investigate
reform- make better; improve by reforming faults

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

I left the city for a peaceful rural farm.
Professor Dixon liked the atmosphere of the university campus.
He tried to evade questions he didn’t know how to answer.
The majority of people wanted him to be president.
The guests began to assemble for Thanksgiving dinner.
Christmas trees are a popular tradition for many people.
Making a living for his family was too much of a burden.
I want to explore all the cities I haven’t visited.
If Gene doesn’t reform, he will get into serious trouble.
He had to do research on the topic of biology for a school report.
Historians will probe the causes of the war in Iraq.
Whether or not eighteen-year-olds should be allowed to vote was in debate.

Assignments for 08.12.22
NEF Student’s Book slide 92 What do you remember?

Grammar

a. Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first.

After being in London for a year, I still find driving on the left difficult. After being in London for a year, I still can’t get used to driving on the left.
My hair was very long when I was a teenager. When I was a teenager I used to have long hair.
‘I think you should talk to lawyer,’ he said to Sarah. He advised her to talk to a lawyer.
‘I didn’t kill my husband,’ she said. She denied killing her husband.
‘I’m sorry I’m late,’ James said. James apologized for being late.
My brother is a waiter in a French restaurant. My brother works as a waiter in a French restaurant.

b. Put the bold verb in the gerund or infinitive.

I don’t remember meeting you before.
The car needs cleaning. Shall I take it to the car wash?
He managed to get to the airport on time.
You must try not to be late again.

Vocabulary

a. Make nouns for people from the following words. Underline the stressed syllable.

conduct- conductor
violin- violinist
drums- drummer
edit- editor
compose- composer
journal- journalist
solo- soloist
report- reporter
present- presenter
commentate- commentator

b. Complete the missing words.

Did you hear the weather forecast? It’s going to rain.
Let’s not see the film. It had an awful review in the paper.
This paper always supports the government. It’s very biased.
His latest song is really catchy. Everybody’s singing it.
I can remember the lyrics, but I can’t remember the tune.
The report was censored. He wasn’t allowed to say what he wanted to say.
Could I have an extra pillow for my bed, please?
My husband says I snore really loudly when I’m asleep.
I didn’t get much sleep last night so I’m going to have a nap after lunch.
He has terrible insomnia. It takes him ages to get to sleep.

Pronunciation

a. Underline the word with a different sound.

whisper, whistle, whole, awake
choir, keyboard, click, convince
crossword, reporter, snore, yawn
accurate, advise, admit, agree
refuse, review, news, cartoon

Grammar Points Articles 6A

6A

a. Circle the correct article.

The weather was awful so we stayed at home. –
The dishwasher we bought last week has stopped working already.
I love reading historical novels. –
Sarah had had an exhausting day so she went to bed early. –
My boyfriend drives a very cool sports car.
The teachers are on strike so the children aren’t going to school. –
Turn left immediately after the church and go up the hill.
My neighbor’s in prison because he didn’t pay his extra taxes. –
People are complaining because the council have refused to build a new hospital.
Visitors will not be allowed to enter hospital after 7.00 p.m. –

b. Complete with the or (-)

I think Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean.
Cairo is on the River Nile.
We didn’t have time to visit the Louvre when we were in Paris.
South-west England is famous for its beautiful countryside and beaches. –
Mount Everest in the Himalayas.
The largest island lake is the Caspian Sea.
We stayed at the Palace Hotel while we were in Madrid.
Romeo and Juliet is on at the Globe Theatre.
The Channel Islands are situated between England and France.
I’ve always wanted to visit India. –

Assignments for 05.12.22
NEF Student’s Book Grammar slide 150/ 5B Theory, slide 151 B a,b

5B

a. Right or wrong? Correct the wrong phrases.

1. Nowadays I use to go to bed early. Nowadays I’m used to going to bed early.
2. When we visited our friends in London we couldn’t get used to drink tea with breakfast. When we visited our friends in London we couldn’t get used to drinking tea with breakfast.
3. Sorry, I’m not used to staying up so late. I’m usually in bed by midnight.– correct
4. There used to be a cinema in our village, but it closed down three years ago.– correct
5. Paul used to having a beard when he was younger. Paul used to have a beard when he was younger.
6. A. I don’t think I could work at night. B. It’s not so bad. I use to it now. B. It’s not so bad. I’m used it now.
7. Did you use to wear a uniform at your school?– correct

b. Complete with used to, be used to, or get used to and the verb in brackets.

1. When Nathan started his first job, he couldn’t get used to getting up at 6 a.m.
2. If you want to lose weight, then you’ll have to be used to eating less.
3. I don’t like having dinner at 10.00- I am not used to having a meal so late.
4. When we were children we used to spend all day playing football in the park.
5. Jasmine has been a nurse all her life so she is used to working nights.
6. I’ve never worn glasses before, but I’ll have to get used to wearing them.
7. I didn’t recognize you! You used to have long hair, didn’t you?
8. Amelia is an only child. She isn’t used to sharing her things.

Assignments for 01.12.22
NEF Student’s Book Vocabulary The media slide 164 ex-es 1,2,3,4

The media

1. Journalists and people in the media

Match the words and definitions.

photographers who follow famous people around to get good photos of them to sell to a newspaper. – paparazzi
a person who writes about the good/ bad qualities of books, concerts, theater, films, etc. – critic
a person who describes a sports event while it’s happening on TV or radio. – commentator
a person who collects and reports news for newspapers, radio or TV. – reporter
a person in charge of a newspaper or magazine, or part of one, and decides what should be in it. – editor
a person who introduces the different sections of a radio or TV programme.- presenter
a person who writes articles for different papers and is not employed by a single newspaper. – freelance journalist
a person who reads the news on TV or radio.- newsreader
a person who takes photos for a newspaper. – press photographer

2. Sections of a newspaper or news website

Match the words and pictures

advertisement- 4
cartoon- 3
crossword- 2
front page- 8
horoscope- 6
review- 1
small ads- 5
weather forecast- 7

3. Adjectives to describe the media

Match the sentences. Then look at the way the bold adjectives are used in context. and guess their meaning.

The reporting in the paper was very sensational. It made the story more shocking than it really was. D
The news on that TV channel is really biased. You can’t believe anything you hear on it. It’s obvious what political party they favor! E
I think The Observer is the most objective of the Sunday papers. It bases its stories just on facts, not on feelings or beliefs. B
The film review was quite accurate. It said the plot was poor but the acting good, which was quite true. A
I think the report was censored. The newspaper wasn’t allowed to publish all the details. C

4. The language of headlines

Match the highlighted ‘headline phrases’ with its meaning.

Famous actress in restaurant bill row.- argument A
United boss to quit after shock cup defeat.- is going to leave D
Thousands of jobs axed by UK firms.- have been cut B
Stock market hit by oil fears.- has been badly affected G
Prince to wed 18-year-old TV soap star.- is going to marry E
Police quiz witness in murder trial.- question, interrogate C
Prime minister backs Chancellor in latest scandal.- supports H
Tarantino tipped for Oscar win.- is predicted (to be successful) F

504 Essential Words slide 15 learn the words with their definitions, ex-es slide 17 Fill in Blanks and Synonym Search

vapor- moisture in the air that can be seen;fog;mist
eliminate- get rid of;remove;omit
villain- a very wicked person
dense- closely packed together; thick
utilize- make use of
humid- moist;damp
theory- explanation based on thought, observation, or reasoning
descend- go or come down from a higher place to a lower level
circulate- go around; go from place to place or person to person
enormous- extremely large; huge
predict- tell beforehand
vanish- disappear; disappear suddenly

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

If we have one more hot, humid day, you will be able to persuade me to move to Alaska.
In the show the magician waved his wand to make a lady vanish.
The hair on his head was so dense, a special pair of scissors was used to thin it.
Since he has passed all his subjects, I’ll predict that he will graduate.
The villain in the movie was played by an actor who was able to look mean.
Vapor rose out of the valve on top of the steam engine.
The basketball player was enormous; he could practically drop the ball through the hoop.
What theory can you suggest to explain the frequent changes in women clothing.
Why don’t you utilize all the space on that page?
Sooner or later the elevator will descend and we’ll be able to go up.
I heard a doctor on a television show say that if we eliminate one slice of bread each day, we’ll lose weight.
Copies of some magazines are so scarce, the librarian won’t allow them to circulate.

Synonyn Search

Circle the word that most nearly expresses the meaning of the word printed in blue type

circulate the news- (b) spread
eliminate a problem- (b) wipe out
an enormous ocean liner- (d) huge
dense fog- (b) thick
descend the stairs- (c) comedown
the suspected villain- (a) wicked person
humid climate- (b) moist
predict the future- (c) foretell
deadly vapors from the chemical explosion- (c) gases
vanish into thin air (c) disappear
science theory- (c) explanation based on thought
utilize the services- (b) make use of

Assignments for 24.11.22
NEF Student’s Book slide 84 ex a Vocabulary

Vocabulary

a. Vocabulary race. In pairs, write the correct word in the column on the right.

Most people start feeling sleepy around 11.00 at night.
They often open their mouth and yawn.
They go to bed and set their alarm clock.
They get into bed and put their head on the pillow.
They cover themselves up with a duvet or with blankets and sheets.
Soon they fall asleep.
Some people make a loud noise when they breathe. They snore.
During the night people have nightmares or dreams.
If you don’t hear your alarm in the morning, you might oversleep.
If you drink coffee in the evening, it might keep you awake.
Some people can’t sleep because they suffer from insomnia.
These people often have to take sleeping tablets.
Some people have a nap or siesta after lunch.
A person who sleeps well ‘sleeps like a log’.
Someone who is tired after flying to another time zone is jet lagged.

Assignments for 21.11.2022
NEF Student’s Book Let the body do the talking Vocabulary slide 162 ex 1, 2 a,b, 3,

1. Parts of the body and organs

Match words and pictures.

ankle- 15
calf- 14
heel- 16
chest- 5
waist- 6
hip- 7
thigh- 8
elbow- 13
wrist- 11
nails- 4
palm- 12
brain- 1
heart- 2
kidneys- 10
liver- 3
lungs- 9

2. Verbs and verb phrases

a. Match the verbs with the parts of the body.

bite your nails
blow your nose
brush your teeth/hair
clap your hands
comb your hair
fold your arms
hold somebody’s hand
nod your head
shake your head (to say no)
raise your eyebrows (to show surprise)
shake hands (with someone)
shrug your shoulders

b. Read the sentences. Write the part of the body related to the bold verb.

He winked at me to show that he was only joking. eye
The steak was tough and difficult to chew. mouth
When we met, we were so happy we hugged each other. arms
Don’t scratch the mosquito bite. You’ll only make it worse. nails
She waved goodbye sadly to her boyfriend as the train left the station. hand
Some women think a man should kneel down when he proposes marriage. knee
The teacher frowned when she saw all the mistakes I had made. eyebrows
The painting was so strange I stared at it for a long time. eye
She got out of bed, and yawned and stretched. mouth/arms
If you don’t know the word for something, just point at what you want. finger

3. Idioms

a. Complete the sentences with a part of the body.

Could you give me a hand with my homework? It’s really difficult.
You really put your foot in it when you told Mark that Jane had been married before.
You can’t be serious. You must be pulling my leg!
I can’t remember her name but it’s on the tip of my tongue.
I’m not sure I want to go climbing now. I’m starting to get cold feet.
The test is on Friday. I’ve got butterflies in my stomach.
When Miriam left David, she broke his heart.
I can’t get that song out of my head. I keep whistling it.
You need to learn the irregular past tenses by heart.
I need to tell somebody about it and get it off my chest.

NEF Student’s Book Music Vocabulary slide 163 ex c, 2,3

1. Instruments and musicians

c. Match the words and definitions.

a man who sings with quite a high-pitched voice tenor
a man who sings with a low-pitched voice bass
a woman who sings with quite a high-pitched voice soprano
a large group of musicians who play different musical instruments together orchestra
a group of people who sing together, for example in a church service choir
somebody who writes and sings his/her own songs singer-songwriter
someone who speaks the words of a song rapper
somebody who sings or plays an instrument on their own soloist
the main singer in a bend lead singer
somebody who directs an orchestra conductor
somebody who writes music composer
the person who chooses, introduces, and plays music on the radio or in a club DJ

2. Adjectives and phrases to describe music

Match the sentences

This song has incomprehensible lyrics. I can’t understand what it’s about. D
It’s a very catchy song. I can’t get it out of my head. E
This music is so moving. It almost makes me want to cry. F
It’s a song with a very strong beat. The rhythm makes you want to tap your feet. A
I think his voice is very monotonous. It almost sends me to sleep. B
I don’t know what it’s called but I recognize the tune. The music sounds familiar. C

3. Idioms

Complete the sentences with the correct music idiom.

He has a good ear for music. He can sing a tune as soon as he’s heard it.
He’s not singing the same notes as we are. He’s completely out of tune.
He’s always blowing his own trumpet. He tells everyone how wonderful he is.
The others ran away, leaving him to face the music. He got punished for what he had all done.
When I heard the news it was music to my ears. It was exactly what I wanted to hear.

Assignments for 14.11.2022
NEF Student’s Book slide 151 5A a,b

5A

a. Complete with the gerund or infinitive of a verb from the list.

I’m exhausted! I don’t fancy working tonight.
If you carry on talking, you’ll have to leave the room.
We’d better do some shopping if we want to cook tonight.
I’m very impatient. I can’t stand waiting in queues.
She tends to get angry when people disagree with her.
My parents used to make me tidy my room every morning.
I’d rather not come tonight. I need to study.
I can’t wait to go on holiday!
I don’t mind going out late if I can leave early tomorrow.
Do you happen to know her phone number.

b. Circle the correct form.

I’ll never forget seeing the Grand Canyon for the first time.
He needs to call the helpline. His computer has crashed.
Have you tried reading a book to help you sleep?
I must have my keys somewhere. I can remember locking the door this morning.
We ran home because we had forgotten to turn the oven off.
Their house needed painting so they called the painters.
Did you remember to send your sister a card? It’s her birthday today.
We tried to learn to ski last winter but we were hopeless!

Destination B2 Gerund and Infinitive slides 107 -109 /theory/ slide 109 A B D

A. Circle the correct word or phrase.

I really don’t feel like going out tonight. Do you?
Everyone expected his business to fail within the first few months.
What would you like to do this evening?
We discussed turning the attic into a spare bedroom with the architect.
She wasn’t able to speak very clearly after her accident.
Do you mind moving your car, please? You’re blocking the road.
They’re going to postpone making a decision until next month.
Are you planning to get a new DVD player?
Are you thinking of getting a new PlayStation?
I’m very pleased to tell you that you’ve passed!
Sarah’s offered to put us up for the weeknd.
I’m really looking forward to going on the cruise.

B. Complete using the correct form (-ing form or full infinitive) of the verb in brackets. You may need to use the passive voice.

1. I’ll never forgive June for lying to me like that.
2. Daniel’s not very good at making friends.
3. I can’t resist buying things when they’re in the sales.
4. We’ve got to encourage students to study, not blame them for not studying.
5. I don’t know how you managed to persuade the bank manager to lend you so much money!
6. Does Jessica dislike walking so much that she’s not going to come with us?
7. Do you deny stealing the money? Yes or no?
8. The kids were pretending to be asleep but they didn’t fool me for a second.
9. I refuse to accept that there’s no alternative.
10. No one understands how Jill can afford to go on so many holidays each year.
11. He only just escaped being sent to prison. Next time, the judge won’t be so forgiving
12. He expected to be given a brand new computer for Christmas, but all he got was a second-hand watch!

D. Complete using the correct form (-ing form, bare infinitive or full infinitive) of the verbs in the box. Use each verb only

Report: William Watson

William Watson sometimes seems to be afraid of working hard. He can’t help trying to avoid doing anything that involves using his brain, particularly on Friday afternoons. He seems to detest taking life seriously, and pretends he isn’t capable of achieving anything of worth. This is unfortunate as, with a little more effort, William could succeed in making great progress.
However, at present he frequently just wants to play the fool. He enjoys telling jokes. Presumably, he imagines this to be the best way to make friends, but in fact he often just ends up preventing the other students from learning. He has promised on several occasions to improve his behavior in class, but then he just keeps on behaving in exactly the same way.
Recently, I have had to beg him to sit down and be quiet in the classroom, but it’s difficult to know how to make him come to his senses. He just doesn’t seem to be interested in listening to my opinion. I’m tempted to give up even hoping that he might improve. Having said that though, Mr Watson is an extremely good maths teacher!

Julie Cross – 5A

Assignments for 11.11.2022
504 Essential Book slide 13 Fill in the Blanks Creativity Ex

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

The March of Dimes makes its annual appeal in the early spring.
Oil paints blend easily to form thousands of different shades.
The minimum passing mark in most schools is 65%.
The producer always had her eye out for young talent.
Your gifts do not tempt* me and will not persuade me to change my mind.
In the cemetery the corpse* was visible in the bright moonlight.
A typical day in Florida is full of sunshine and warm breezes.
Let’s devise a plan for doing away with homework.
Everyone agrees that friendship is essential for all of us.
A sharp rise in wholesale prices is bound to affect the prices in our neighborhood stores.
The buffalo, which once roamed the plains, is quite scarce today.
Government experts told us to buy chicken without realizing how expensive it had become.

Assignments for 10.11.2022
NEF Grammar slide 148 , 4C , slide 149 ex-es 4C a, b

a. Circle the correct form.

1. You’ve gone completely white. You look as if you’ve seen a ghost.
2. What’s for dinner? It smells delicious!
3. I think John and Megan have arrived. That sounds like their car.
4. Have you ever tried frogs’ legs? Apparently they taste like chicken.
5. Are you OK? You sound as if you’ve got a cold.
6. Can you put the heating on? It feels really cold in here.
7. You look really happy. Does that mean you got the job?
8. Your new bag feels like real leather.
9. Let’s throw this milk away. It tastes a bit strange.
10. Can you close the window? It smells as if someone is having a barbecue.

b. Match the two halves of the sentence.

1. That group sounds like REM. F
2. Those boys look too young to be drinking beer. G
3. She looks like her mother. A
4. That guitar sounds completely out of tune. B
5. He looks as if he’s run a marathon. K
6. Your car sounds as if it’s going to break down. J
7. Your new jacket feels very soft. C
8. This apple tastes really sweet. E
9. It smells as if someone has been smoking in here. D
10. Your perfume smells like roses. I
11. This rice tastes as if it’s been overcooked. H

NEF What do you remember slide 76

Grammar

a. Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first.

They escaped from the jungle because they found the river. They wouldn’t have escaped from the jungle if they hadn’t found the river.
I’m sure you left your glasses in the restaurant. You must have left your glasses in the restaurant.
Why didn’t you tell me it was your birthday? You should have told me it was your birthday.
I don’t have much time so I can’t go to dance classes. I would be able to go to dance classes if I had much time.
I’m sure the backpackers haven’t got lost. They know the area well. The backpackers can’t have got lost. They know the area well.

b. Choose a, b, or c.

The sky’s very dark. It looks as if there’s going to be a storm.
What would you rather do tonight, eat out or stay in?
If I hadn’t really liked the jacket, I wouldn’t have bought it.
What lovely material! It feels like silk.
Mark’s got very late. Do you think he might have forgotten about the dinner?

Vocabulary

a. Word groups. Underline the word that is different. Say why.

upset, disappointed, relieved, offended.
amazed, astonished, surprised, anxious.
palm, calf, wrist, nail.
kidney, lung, liver, hip
nod, wave, clap, point

b. Circle the right verb.

Please remind the children to do their homework.
A. I’m terribly sorry. B. Don’t worry. It doesn’t matter.
The robbers stole 50000$ from the bank.
If you know the answer, raise your hand, don’t shout.
Don’t argue with your father about it! He doesn’t listen.

c. Complete with one word.

I was over the moon when I heard I’d passed the exam.
You look fed up. Have you been waiting for a long time?
I really put my foot in it when I mentioned the war.
We set out on our journey just after dawn.
My car broke down on the motorway.

d. Write the verbs for the definitions.

to bite food into small pieces in your mouth.- chew
to open your mouth wide, when you are tired or bored.- yawn
to rub your skin with your nails.- scratch
to make serious, angry, or worried expression.- frown
to look at something/somebody for a long time.- stare

Pronunciation

Underline the word with a different sound.

miserable, realize, notice, rise
devastated, delighted, terrified, desperate
blow, homesick, frown, lonely
tongue, lungs, discuss, comb
anxious, shrug, chew, brush

Assignments for 07.11.2022
Destination B2 slide 21 ex-es A,B C,D E

A. Circle the correct word or phrase.

I saw Maria for the first time at Ray’s birthday party.
Richard was watching TV when the phone rang.
When we were on holiday, we went to the cafe almost every day.
Denise practised the song every day until she could sing it perfectly.
The phone was engaged when I called. Who were you talking to?
Mr. Connors owned two houses and a villa in the south of France.
I did my homework as soon as I got home from school.
A car came round the corner and I jumped out of the way.
When my dad met my mom, he was working as a bus driver.
I got up at six o’clock every morning last week.
My cousin and I were playing on the computer when there was a power cut.
No, that’s not right. I did pass the test. I got a B.

B. Complete using the correct form of the verb in brackets.

Where were you going when I saw you on the bus last night?
Did you enjoy the film?
When we shared a room, Zoe was always taking my things. It was so annoying!
When I went to get the tickets, I realized I didn’t have any money.
When I was young, we went to France every year on holiday.
Elvis became famous for the song Blue Suede Shoes.
When you rang last night, I was working in the garden, so I didn’t hear the phone.
I heard from Davina last night. She says hello.
The old man appeared to be very tired and he slowly sat down.
We threw a surprise party for my brother last Saturday.

C. Circle the correct word or phrase.

Dear Lisa,Thanks for your letter. I had just left for school when I saw the postman and he gave it to me. It was really funny! I read it during maths and it made me laugh. I almost got in trouble!
Anyway, I’m excited because I had my first judo lesson yesterday. I was late for the lesson because when I got there, I suddenly realised I had left my judo suit at home! So I went all the way home and when I got back, the lesson had already begun.
The instructor was really nice, though, and I learned how to do some basic throws. Can’t wait till next time!
What about you and your taekwondo? The last time I spoke to you, you talked about giving it up. What did you decide?
I think that’s all for now. My mum and I are going shopping shortly, so I’d better post this.
Speak to you soon.
Love,
Charlotte.

D. Complete using the past perfect simple or past perfect continuous of the verbs in the box. You may need to use a negative form.

By the time he died, Beethoven had written nine symphonies.
We chose the Hotel Rio because we had stayed there before.
We had been waiting for over an hour when the train finally arrived.
I was completely out of breath because I had been running.
I had seen the film before, so I knew how it ended.
When he got married, I had known Chris for about two years.
Johnson had been getting ready for the race for six months and finally the big moment came.
Vivian hadn’t been having computer lessons for very long so she wasn’t sure how to use the Internet.
Holly hadn’t eaten oysters before, so she wasn’t sure what to do with them.
I had been listening to my new CD for a few minutes when the CD player started making a funny noise.

E. Choose the correct answer.

My brother and I went swimming almost every day last summer. (A)
We were talking when someone knocked at the door. (C)
When the robbery happened, the security guard was sleeping! (B)
Jack hadn’t played chess before so I showed him what to do. (D)
I wasn’t sure how Belinda would react because I hadn’t known her long. (D)
Ian hadn’t been working at the factory long when he was made a manager. (A)
I wanted to say goodbye to Jerry, but he had already left. (D)
When we got to the airport, I realised I had left my passport at home. (B)

Assignments for 03.11.2022
NEF Student’s Book slide 149 4B a,b/ in written form/

4B

a. Rewrite the bold sentence with must/might (not)/can’t +have+verb.

I’m sure Ben has read my email. I sent it yesterday.- Ben must have read my email.
Holly’s crying. Perhaps she’s had an argument with her boyfriend.– She might have had an argument with her boyfriend.
I’m sure Sam and Ginny haven’t got lost. They had a map.- Sam and Ginny can’t have got lost.
You saw Ellie yesterday? That’s impossible. She was in bed with flu.- You couldn’t have seen Ellie yesterday.
Perhaps John didn’t hear you. You know he’s a bit deaf.- John might not have heard you.
I’m sure Lucy has bought a new car. I saw her driving a Mercedes!- Lucy must have bought a new car.
I’m sure Alex wasn’t very ill. He was only off for one day.- Alex can’t have been very ill.
They didn’t come to our party. Maybe they didn’t receive the invitation.– They might not have received the invitation.

b. Respond to the first sentence using should/shouldn’t have + a verb in the list.

A. We couldn’t understand anybody in Paris. B. You should have learnt some French before you went.
A. Tom told me his phone number but I’ve forgotten it. B. You should have saved it on your mobile phone.
A. Rob was late because there was so much traffic. B. He shouldn’t have gone by car. The train is much faster.
A. Amanda was rude to everyone at my party. B. You shouldn’t have invited her. She’s always like that.
A. I haven’t got any money left after going shopping yesterday. B. You shouldn’t have bought so many shoes. Did you need three pairs?
A. You look really tired. B. I know. I should have gone to bed earlier.

Assignments for 20.10.2022
504 Essential words slide 9, learn the words with their definitions, read the text, be ready to discuss in class, Fill in the blanks and creativity ex/ make up sentences with the new words/
Destination B2 Vocabulary slide 13, Unit 2 Travel and Sport / learn the words

corpse- a dead body, usually of a person
conceal- hide
dismal- dark and depressing
frigid- very cold
inhabit- live in
numb- without the power of feeling; deadened
peril- danger
recline- lie down; stretch out; lean back
shriek- scream
sinister- evil; wicked; dishonest; frightening
tempt- try to get someone to do something; test; invite
wager- bet

Fill in the Blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

1. The chances of my winning the election were so dismal that I decided to quit before the votes were counted.
2. I won the wager that my bachelor* friend would be married by June.
3. Kit Carson’s keen* eyesight protected him from the peril in the forest.
4. While escaping from the bank, the robbers forced the teller to recline on the floor of their car.
5. Since the shack was vacant,* we did not expect to hear the terrible shriek which came from it.
6. With a sinister smile, the gangster invited Martha into his Cadillac.
7. You cannot conceal the truth when you are questioned by the keen* lawyer.
8. It is said that many ghosts inhabit the old Butler house.
9. In frigid weather I always wear three or four sweaters.
10. After standing guard duty for four hours, I became completely numb.
11. As the closet was opened, the corpse fell out, frightening the janitor out of one year’s growth.
12. With the promise of a raise in pay, my boss tried to tempt me to stay on in the job.

Creativity Exercise

Now make up your own sentences, one for each of the new words you have just been taught.

1. Ann was unaccustomed to corpses, so when she saw one, she fainted.
2. They tried to conceal the corpse in the forest, but the police found them.
3. After disasters, the cities become so dismal, that it takes them years to build them again.
4. When the weather is frigid, I don’t go out, because I catch a cold frequently.
5. Many Native Americans inhabit Mexico’s villages.
6. After standing for such a long time, I couldn’t feel my feet, because they were numb.
7. After deceiving the police, he felt the further peril.
8. I reclined for hours, because it was such an exhausting day.
9. I shrieked when I saw the dog in front of my feet.
10. When I saw the stranger’s sinister facial expressions I ran as fast as I could.
11. They tempted him to use drugs, but he was sober and realized that it’s not a good idea.
12. I could tell by his sad face that he had lost his wager.

Assignment for 14.10.2020
NEF Grammar Unreal Conditions slide 149 4A/a,b

a. Complete with a suitable form of the verb in brackets.

I would have bought you a present if I’d known it was your birthday.
If you had gone to bed earlier, you wouldn’t have been so tired.
I would have lent you some money if I had any.
If I found someone’s wallet, I’d keep it.
Joe wouldn’t have crashed if he hadn’t driven so fast.
We would have a dog if we lived in the country.
If you’d looked after the plants, they wouldn’t have died.
You would have heard the news if you’d been watching the TV.
They wouldn’t have bought the flat if they had known what the neighbors were like.
If she had been more sociable, she’d have more friends.

b. Complete using a second or third conditional.

Luke missed the train. He was late for the interview. If Luke hadn’t missed the train, he wouldn’t have been late for the interview.
Rebecca drinks too much coffee. She sleeps badly at night. If Rebecca didn’t drink so much coffee, she wouldn’t sleep badly.
It started snowing. We didn’t reach the top of the mountain. If it hadn’t started snowing, we would have reached the top of the mountain.
Millie didn’t buy the jacket. She didn’t have enough money. Millie would have bought the jacket if she had had enough money.
I don’t drive to work. There’s so much traffic. I’d drive to work if there wasn’t so much traffic.

Assignments for 13.10.2022
NEF Student’s Book Vocabulary Feelings slide 161 1a,b, 2

1․ Adjectives

a. Match the adjectives with the situations.

How would you feel if…?

Two people gave you completely opposite advice – confused
The police told you that your flat had been burgled – shocked
A friend helped you a lot with a problem – grateful
You thought you had lost your passport but then you found it – relieved
You didn’t get a present you were hoping to get – disappointed
You went to study abroad and were missing your family – homesick
You moved to a new town and didn’t have any friends – lonely
You were about to talk in public for the first time – nervous
Your friend tells you she has just passed her driving test – glad
A very good friend didn’t invite you to his party – offended

b. Matched the strong adjectives with their definitions.

very surprised and unable to move or react – stunned
extremely upset and shocked – devastated
very pleased – delighted
really tired – exhausted
very excited – thrilled
extremely scared – terrified
really angry – furious
very surprised – astonished
with little hope, and ready to do anything to improve the situation – desperate
very unhappy – miserable

2. Idioms

a. Look at the highlighted idioms and try to guess their meanings.

I’m sick and tired of telling you to do your homework. Get on with it! – fed up
When I saw the burglar, I scared stiff. – terrified
He finally passed his driving test. He’s over the moon! – very happy
You look a bit down in the dumps. Has life been treating you badly? – sad, depressed
I’m completely worn out. I just want to sit down and put my feet up. – exhausted
When I saw her, I couldn’t believe my eyes. She looked ten years younger. – very surprised

b. Match the idioms and the feelings.

A. exhausted
B. (be) very surprised
C. fed up
D. terrified
E. sad, depressed
F. very happy

Assignments for 10.10.2022

504 Essential words Lesson 1 slide 7/ revise the words/ do the ex-es / slide 8 Fill in the Blanks/ Word Detective/ read the text slide 7 My brother, the Gentleman be ready to discuss in class

Fill in the blanks

Place one of the new words in each of the blanks below.

1. As I looked at all the data the salesman showed me, I knew that I was getting more and more mixed up.
2. I used tact when I told my fat uncle that his extra weight made him look better.
3. When the guard saw that the cot was vacant, he realized that the prisoner had left the jail.
4. Although he took an oath on the Bible, Sal lied to the jury.
5. My aunt was so jealous of our new couch that she bought one just like it.
6. I enjoyed reading the story of the gallant man who put his cloak over a mud puddle so that the queen would not dirty her feet.
7. The loss of Claudia’s eyesight was a hardship which she learned to live with.
8. The driver was forced to abandon his car when two of the tires became flat.
9. Betty could not qualify for the Miss Teenage America Contest because she was twenty years old.
10. The blade was so keen that I cut myself in four places while shaving.
11. Unaccustomed to being kept waiting, the angry woman marched out of the store.
12. Because he was a bachelor, the movie actor was invited to many parties.

Word Detective

From the list of 12 new words that follows, choose the one that corresponds to each definition below.

a promise that something is true- oath
sharp;eager;intense- keen
to desert;to leave without planning to come back- abandon
something that is hard to bear- hardship
to become fit- qualify
wanting what someone else has- jealous
brave; showing respect for women- gallant
a man who has not married- bachelor
facts;information- data
the ability to say the right thing- tact
empty;not filled- vacant
not used to something- unaccustomed to

NEF Student’s Book slide 56 What do you remember?

Grammar

a. Complete the second sentence so that means the same as the first.

The accident happened when they were repairing the road. The accident happened when the road was being repaired.
They’ll probably never find the murderer. The murderer will probably never be found.
People think the burglar is a teenager. The burglar is thought to be a teenager.
They say that the crime doesn’t pay. It is said that the crime doesn’t pay.
He isn’t likely to come. He probably won’t come.

b. Complete the sentence with the right form of the verb in bold.

Imagine! This time tomorrow we will be lying on the beach.
The match starts at 7.00. By the time I get home, it will have already started.
You mustn’t use your mobile phone until the plane lands.
Many people have problems sleeping if they drink coffee after midday.
I want to spend a year traveling when I finish university.

Vocabulary

a. Word groups. Underline the word that is different. Say why.

robber, burglar, pickpocket, kidnapper.
fraud, smuggler, theft, terrorism.
evidence, judge, jury, witness.
chilly, cool, scorching, freezing.
hurricane, mist, blizzard, flood.

b. Complete the sentences with a verb in the past simple.

They committed a terrible crime.
The police caught the burglar at the scene of the crime.
The judge sentenced him to 5 years in jail.
They kidnapped the politician’s son and asked for a million dollars ransom.
Jack the Ripper murdered seven women in London in the 19th century.
The wind blew so hard that two trees fell down.
I sweated so much when I was at the gym that my T-shirt was soaking wet.
It poured with rain last night and we got soaked coming home.
We had six centimeters of snow when I woke up but it melted during the morning.
We took advantage of the good weather and spent the day at the beach.

c. Complete the sentences with one word.

The woman was charged with drug dealing.
Are you planning to take up a new sport when you go to university?
Who do you take after most, your mother or your father?
Watch out! You nearly hit that cyclist.
It’s very hot here. Let’s move and sit in the shade.

Pronunciation

a. Underline the word with a different sound.

thaw, weather, theft, thunder.
burnt, jury, murder, burglar.
jail, charge, guilty, changeable.
mild, slip, icy, hijack.
steal, dealer, sweat, heatwave.

Assignments for 30.09.2022
NEF Student’s Book slide 47 Listening 3.6 /True or False/

LISTENING

3.6 You’re going to listen to Martin Cinert from Prague talking about the night the River Vltava flooded. Mark the sentences T (true) or F (false).

1. His office wasn’t at risk, but his flat was. false
2 .He took his wife and child to his parents’ house. false
3. He went back to the flat because he was excited by the situation. true
4. Martin went to a place near his flat to watch the water level rising. false
5. He looked out of the window and saw that his car park was starting to flood. false
6. He was the last person to leave his block of flats. true
7. All of the roads he tried were flooded now. true
8. He decided to follow another car through the water. true
9. Martin’s car broke down as he drove through the water. false10. All the flats in his building were seriously damaged. false

Assignments for 28.09.2022
NEF Student’s Book Grammar slide 147, 3C a,b

a. Circle the correct form.

If I’m not feeling better tomorrow, I’m going to go to the doctor’s.
Kerry won’t be going to work next week if her children are still ill.
Don’t call Chloe now. If it’s eight o’clock, she will be bathing the baby.
You can be fined if you aren’t wearing a seatbelt in your car.
If we’re lucky, we’ll have sold our house by Christmas.
If plants aren’t watered, they die.

b. Complete the sentence with a time expression from the list.

I’ll call you as soon as I get back from my holiday.
He’s going to pack his suitcase before he goes to bed.
They’re setting off early in case there’s a lot of traffic.
Sophie will be leaving work early tomorrow unlessher boss needs her.
I’m meeting an old friend when I go to London.
I’ll call you after I find out my results.
Lily will have packed some sandwiches in case we get hungry.
They’ll be playing in the park until it gets dark.

NEF Student’s Book Vocabulary Weather slide 160, ex-es 1a,b 2,3,4

1. What’s the weather like?

a. Put the words or phrases in the right place in the chart.

It’s cool (quite cold, not cold or hot)
It’s chilly (unpleasantly cold)
It’s freezing.
The temperature is below zero.
It’s mild. (pleasant and not cold)
It’s warm. (a pleasantly high temperature)
It’s scorching/boiling. (unpleasantly hot)
It’s damp. (a bit wet but not raining)
It’s drizzling. (pouring lightly)
There are showers. (short periods of rain)
It’s pouring. (raining a lot)
There’s a breeze. (a light wind)

b. Complete the text with fog, mist and smog.
When the weather is foggy or misty, or there is smog, it is difficult to see. Fog is usually very thick, and often occurs in the mountains or near the sea. Mist is thicker, and can be found in towns and in the country. Smog is caused by pollution and usually occurs in big cities.

2. Extreme weather

Match the words and definitions.

Heatwave a period of unusually hot weather.
Drought a long, usually hot, dry period when there is little or no rain.
Hailstorm is a storm with small balls of ice that fall like rain.
Lightning a flash of very bright light in the sky caused by electricity.
Thunder the loud noise that you hear during a storm.
Blizzard a snowstorm with very strong wind.
Flood when everything becomes filled and covered with water.
Hurricane a violent storm with very strong winds especially in the western Atlantic Ocean.
Tornado a violent storm with very strong winds which move in a circle.
Monsoon is the season when it rains a lot in southern Asia.

3. Adjectives to describe weather

In the north of England and Scotland it will be very cold with heavy winds and strong rain. There will also be thick fog in the hills and near the coast, though it should clear by midday. Driving will be dangerous as the roads will be icy. However, the south of England and the Midlands will have clear skies and sunny sunshine, though the temperature will still be quite low. Over the next few days the weather will be changeable, with some showers but occasional bright periods. It should become more settled over the weekend.

4. Adjectives and verbs connected with weather

Match the sentences. Can you guess the meaning of the words in bold?

Be careful! The pavement’s very slippery. You might fall over. (C)
You’re shivering. Do you want to borrow my jacket? (F)
I’m sweating. Can we turn the air conditioning on? (E)
I got soaked this morning. It poured with rain and I didn’t have an umbrella. (G)
It’s very humid. It’s hot and damp and there’s no air. (D)
The snow is starting to melt. It will all be gone by tonight. (B)
Don’t get sunburnt! Come and sit in the shade. (A)

Assignments for 22.09.2022
NEF Student’s Book Grammar slide 145, 2B/a.b․

a. Put the verbs in brackets in the past perfect simple or continuous. If you think both are possible, use the continuous form.

My feet were aching. We had been queueing for hours. (queue)
She went to the police,because someone had stolen her bag.(steal)
The streets were wet.It had been raining all morning.(rain)
She got to work late because she had had an accident on the way.(have)
I almost didn’t recognize him. He had changed a lot since I last saw him.(change)
They were very red.They had been sunbathing all morning but they hadn’t put on any sun cream. (sunbathe, not put on)
I could see from their faces that my parents had been arguing .(argue)
Jess had a bandage on her arm. She had fallen off her bike the day before.

b. Circle the correct verb form.

Meg and Liam McGowan got a nasty surprise when they were checking in at Heathrow airport yesterday with their baby Shaun. They had won three free plane tickets to Rome in a competition and they had been looking forward to their trip for months. But, unfortunately, they had forgotten to get a passport for their son, so Shaun couldn’t fly. Luckily, they had arrived very early for their flight, so they still had time to do something about it. They ran to the police station in the airport to apply for an emergency passport. Meg went with Shaun to the photo machine while Liam was filling in the forms. The passport was ready in an hour, so they hurried back to check-in and finally caught their flight.

NEF Student’s Book Vocabulary slide 159 Crime and Punishment ex-es 1,2

1. Crimes and criminals

Match the examples to the crimes in the chart.

A gang took a rich man’s son and asked the family for money. – kidnapping
She went to her ex-husband’s house and shot him dead. – murder
A passenger on a flight made the pilot land in the desert. – hijacking
After the party the man made the woman have sex against her will. – rape
We came home from holiday and found that our TV had gone. – burglary
Someone tried to sell me some marijuana during a concert. – drug dealing
When the border police searched his car, it was full of cigarettes. – smuggling
Someone threw paint on the statue in the park. – vandalism
He said he’d send the photos to a newspaper if the actress didn’t pay him a lot of money. – blackmail
An armed man walked into a bank and shouted ‘Hands up!’ – robbery
A man transferred company money into his own bank account. – fraud
A builder offered the mayor a free flat in return for a favor. – bribery
Two men left a bomb in the supermarket car park. – terrorism
Somebody stole my car last night from outside my house. – theft
A man held out a knife and made me give him my wallet. – mugging

2. What happens to a criminal

Complete the sentences.
Write the words in the column.

The crime

Cark and Adam committed a crime. They murdered a man.
The police investigated the crime.
Carl and Adam were caught on the way to the airport.
They were arrested and taken to a police station.
The police questioned them for ten hours.
Finally they were charged with murder.

The trial

Two months later, Carl and Adam appeared in court.
Witnesses told the court what they had seen or knew.
The jury (of 12 people) looked at and heard all the evidence.
After two days, the jury reached their verdict.
Carl was found guilty. His fingerprints were on the gun.
The judge decided what Carl’s punishment should be.
He sentenced him to 10 years in prison/jail.
Adam was found not guilty (they thought he was innocent).
There was no proof that he had committed the crime.
He was acquitted and allowed to go free.

Assignments for 19.09.2022
NEF Student’s Book. Vocabulary Bank Clothes and Fashion slide 158, ex -es 2,3

2. Verb phrases

Match the sentences.

I’m going to dress up tonight. I’m going to a party. (C)
Please hang up your coat. Don’t leave it on the chair. (A)
These jeans don’t fit me. They’re too small. (F)
That skirt really suits you. You look great in it. (H)
Your bag matches your shoes. They’re exactly the same color. (G)
I need to get changed. I’ve just spilt coffee on my dress. (B)
Hurry up and get undressed. It’s bath time (E)
Get up and get dressed. Breakfast is on the table. (D)

3. Idioms

a. Look at the highlighted idioms and try to guess their meanings.

What a dress! You’re really dressed to kill tonight. wearing clothes that people will notice. (C)
That suit fits her like a glove. Did she have it especially made for her? is exactly the right size. (D)
He will have to pull his socks up if he wants to pass the exam. start trying harder. (A)
That sounds like a difficult situation. I wouldn’t like to be in your shoes. in your place. (B)

b. Match the idioms to their meanings.

A- start trying harder
B- in your place
C- wearing clothes that people will notice/admire
D- is exactly the right size

NEF Student’s Book Grammar slide 145 2A/a,b/

a. Rewrite the underlined phrase using the + an adjective.

The people from the Netherlands are very good at languages.
The Dutch are very good at languages.
The people who had injuries were taken to hospital.
The injured were taken to hospital.
The system of reading for people who can’t see is called a Braille.
The system of reading for the blind is called a Braille.
The people from France enjoy eating good food.
The French enjoy eating good food.
A nurse’s job is to look after the people who aren’t well.
A nurse’s job is to look after the sick.
I think the people from Switzerland are very punctual.
I think the Swiss are very punctual.
The worst season for people without a home is winter.
The worst season for the homeless is winter.
There is a discount for students and people without a job.
There is a discount for students and the unemployed.

b. Write the adjectives in brackets in the right place.

an attractive young man (young)
old dirty shoes (old)
a stylish purple leather jacket (purple/stylish)
a thin tall woman (thin)
a long sandy beach (long)
a lovely new wooden floor (lovely/wooden)
a smart Italian suit (Italian)
a beautiful big dark eyes (big/dark)
a friendly old black dog (black/friendly)

Hometask for 16.09.2022
NEF Student’s Book slide 143, 1 C/a,b

a. Circle the correct form of the verb. Tick if both are correct.

She’s lived/been living here for years.
Your boss has phoned three times this morning!
The kids are exhausted because they have been playing outside all day.
He hasn’t seen the new James Bond film yet.
I have never met his wife. Have you?
We have studied/have been studying English all our lives.
I have been tidying the garage all afternoon. I’ve nearly finished.
He’ll be here soon. He has just left work.
How long have you had your car?
Oh no! Someone has broken the window.

b. Complete the sentences with the present perfect simple or continuous.

We have known Jack and Ann for years.
You look hot. Have you been running?
Rose hasn’t done her homework so she can’t go out.
Did you know they have moved? They live in Torquay now.
How long have Daisy and Adam been going out together? Five months?
I haven’t had time to cook dinner. Shall we get a pizza?
We have been walking for hours. I think we’re lost.
Have you eaten my chocolates? There are only a few left!

Hometask for 14.09.2022
NEF Student’s Book slide 143 ex-es 1A/a,b

a. Order the words to make questions.

Do you ever send text messages?
When was the last time you went to a party?
Could you tell me if there is a bank near here?
Who usually cooks the dinner?
Who do you like going shopping with?
What don’t you like doing at the weekend?
What kind of car would you like to buy?
Do you know what time the concert finishes?

b. Complete the questions.

How often do you exercise?
Who wrote Crime and Punishment?
Could you tell me how much this book costs?
What happened at the end of the film?
Did you enjoy your trip to Paris last weekend?
What kind of music does Tim usually listen to?
Who stole Mia’s handbag?
Do you know when the swimming pool opens?
Where are you meeting your boyfriend tonight?
Can you remember where she lives?