PART 1: LEISURE & TRAVEL

UNIT 1: FREE TIME

 Unit 1: Free Time

§ Learning Objectives: In this unit you will:

§ Watch a video of students talking about their free time , and discuss what they say.
§ Read an advertisement about apps and answer questions on it.
§ Think about the best strategies for providing short answers to questions.
§ Read an online advertisement for a webzine for teenagers and answer questions on it.
§ Practise speaking about your preferences and making suggestions.
 Assessment Objectives One (AO1)

§ Assessment Objectives for Reading & Writing Exercise 1 :

§ In reading activities which assess skimming and scanning, students read a text ( an
article , blog or web page) and answer series of questions with short /single- word
answers.
§ Students must identify and select relevant information
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§ Possible answers B1 : shopping , having fun , playing sport, meeting up with

friends, surfing the internet and so.
§ B2 : Language Tip:
§ Remember that the verbs enjoy and dislike are both followed by – ing not to.
§ Example : I enjoy cooking in the early morning.
I dislike visiting the mall on Fridays.
I enjoy riding horses, but I dislike playing tennis.
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§ Skimming and scanning are two very different strategies for speed
reading.

§ They each have a different purpose, and they are not meant to be
used all the time.
§ Top tip boxes are
§ Skimming is used to quicklyidentify the main ideas of a text and is necessary for your
done at a speed there to four times faster than normal reading. examination or
particular
§ Scanning is a technique often use when
searching for key words or examination skills
ideas. that are especially
§ You know what you are looking for so you focus on finding a particular important.
answer.

§ Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down the page looking for
specific words and phrases.

§ Remember that it is usually not necessary to read and understand

every word in a text to find the answers to the questions.
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§ Note : Often you do not need to write full sentences for your answers. Sometimes a single word , a
few words, or even a number will be enough. You should provide all the needed information.
§ Numbers 4 & 5 : Datasource trainer
§ Numbers 6 & 7 :
a. three ( Puzzle Finder , Trainer , Comic Fun)
b. By signing up to the Datasource loyalty scheme
c. Datasource Puzzle Finder
d. A million
e. Three from : get a voucher for $5 ; 21 day money-back , no question asked guarantee ; monthly
newsletter ; membership card and number.
f. NewsFeed
g. Comic Fun
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§ Note : Often you do not need to write full sentences for your answers. Sometimes a single word , a
few words, or even a number will be enough. You should provide all the needed information.
§ Numbers 4 & 5 : Datasource trainer
§ Numbers 6 & 7 :
a. three ( Puzzle Finder , Trainer , Comic Fun)
b. By signing up to the Datasource loyalty scheme
c. Datasource Puzzle Finder
d. A million
e. Three from : get a voucher for $5 ; 21 day money-back , no question asked guarantee ; monthly
newsletter ; membership card and number.
f. NewsFeed
g. Comic Fun
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§ Note : Often you do not need to write full sentences for your answers. Sometimes a single word , a
few words, or even a number will be enough. You should provide all the needed information .
§ Number 9:

§ What is the best strategy for addressing short-answer questions? Put the following points into a
logical order. Be prepare to explain your order.

b. Read the questions.

d. Ask yourself what information the question is asking for.

c. Underline the key word/s.

a. Search likely sections of the text.

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§ Number 10:

§ The key words are :

§ A. who
§ Notices, leaflets, signs,
§ B. when / next publication advertisements, and
timetables can contain a lot
§ C. how many / sections of information in various
formats.
§ D. maximum / creative story
§ The best strategy for
answering questions on
§ E angry / which section sources like these is to
decide which word or words
§ F. which section / how many words in the question will lead
you to the place in the text
§ G. finished / what / do that contains the answer.
These are called key words.
§ H. how long / title

§ I. final box/ not receive

Language Focus : Adjectives & Nouns p. 9

more information/details about nouns in English,

§ Adjectives are used to provide
adjectives usually comebefore the noun.
§ Number 2:

Adjective endings:
ing , -al , -ible , - ful , -y ,
-ious , -ive , -ent , ed.
Language Focus : Adjectives & Nouns p. 9 / Number 3

Adjective Noun Adverb Verb

amazing amazement amazingly amaze

special speciality - specialist specially specialise

incredible incredulity Incredibly

delightful delight delightfully delight

funny fun funnily

serious seriousness seriously

original origin – originator originally originate

creative creation – creator creatively create

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more information/details about nouns in English,

§ Adjectives are used to provide
adjectives usually comebefore the noun.
§ Numbers 5 & 6:
§ -ing : confusing – disappointing – exciting
§ -al : critical – facial – marital
§ -ible : comprehensible – invisible – irresistible
§ -ful : wonderful – stressful – flavorful
§ -y : acidy
§ -ious: superstitious – prestigious – scrumptious
§ - ive : excessive – supportive – effective
§ -ent : efficient – frequent – obedient – patient
§ -ed: amused – annoyed – astonished
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= infinitive + to infinitive + -ing

Why don’t we + do?
Example : Why don’t we visit the
museum today?
Let’s do
Example : Let’s finishour work
early.
I suggest we + do
Example : I suggest we have a
walk at the park.
I think we should + do
Example : I think we should call
him to join us for dinner.
Would you like + to do?
Example : Would you like to visit
the museum today?
I’d like + to do
Example : I’d like to visit the
museum today.
I’d prefer + to do
Example : I’d prefer to stay at
home today.
What / how about + doing?
Example : How about skiing
tomorrow?
What about skiing tomorrow?
What do you think + doing?
Example : What do you think
about swimming tomorrow?
I suggest + doing
Example : I suggest swimming in
the early morning.

I’d rather + do
Example : I’d rather sleep than go
out.
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Number 4 :
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Done by Ms. Rania Sweid