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Quiz

1) Who plays golf?


a) Both of them

b) Neither of them

2) Who cooks breakfast?


a) Both of them

b) Just one person


3) Who watched the news?


Lesson B1-01 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) Just one person
b) Both of them

Do for Emphasis
4) What is true about the kids?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) They live at home
b) They visit a lot

Conversation 1

Man: Do you like _______ ?


Woman: No, but I _______ golf. Grammar Challenge


Man: Ugh, golf!



Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: You _______ golf?

younger, but not now.
Man: I _______ it when I was

Conv #1 Conv #2 Conv #3 Conv#4
Woman: Oh, I love it.

don’t like cook much and you do still
Conversation 2 sports never do do watch to hear

Man: Do you _______ ? did like do cook depressing did live


Woman: I _______ a lot. do like easy stuff don't watch do have


Man: What do you cook?

Woman: Just _______ . And you?


Man: Umm, I don’t cook much. I do cook breakfast, though.


Woman: Really? I _______ breakfast.



Speaking Challenge
Conversation 3
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: Do you watch much TV?
Woman: I _______ a lot of TV.
1) Do you like to play sports?

2) Do you have a car?

Man: What do you watch?

3) Do you speak Spanish?



Woman: I watch dramas, _______ ? 4) Do you want a pet?



5) Do you cook much?

Man: I _______ much TV. I do watch the news sometimes,


though.
Woman: How _______ ! [ _ ] I do have a car - A BMW.

[ _ ] I do want a pet. I want a dog.


[ _ ] I do like to play sports.

Conversation 4

[ _ ] I do cook a lot.

[ _ ] I do speak Spanish.
Man: Do you have any kids?

What about you? Share your answers to the questions.
Woman: I don’t. And you?

Man: I _______ kids but they are all grown now.


Woman: Do they live near you?


Man: They _______ near me, but they moved. Go online to elllo.org
Woman: Oh, I’m sorry _______ that.

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Quiz

1) What does she help him do?


a) put up a tent
b) take down a
tent

2) Why did she stay late?


a) Her boss made her
b) She was busy

3) What did she promise her friend?


Lesson B1-02 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) She would fill the tank
b) She would be careful

Causative Verbs 4) What did her mom make her do?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Lots of chores

b) Lots of homework
Conversation 1

Man: Can you _________ do this?


Woman: Sure, what are trying to do?

Grammar Challenge

Man: I’m trying to put up this tent.



Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: Oh, it’s easy. Let _________ you what to do.

Man: Wow, that was _________ for you.



Conv #1 Conv #2 Conv #3 Conv#4
Woman: Yeah, I was in the army. We do _________ the time.
so easy help her letting me made me
Conversation 2 help me was nice your car How so

Man: Why are you home so late? me show boss made he made let me

Woman: My _________ me stay late today. this all made me a new she was

Man: Why did she do that?


Woman: I had to _________ write a letter in French.


Man: Oh! That _________ of you.


Woman: Well, she _________ do it. She’s the boss.


Speaking Challenge
Conversation 3
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: Did you get _________ car?

use his. 1) Can you help me do my homework?
Woman: No, my friend is _________

2) Would you let anyone use your phone?

Man: What happened to _________ ? 3) What made you cry as a child?

Woman: It is getting repairs.


4) Who helped you learn English?


5) Did your parents let you stay up
late?
Man: Lucky you! This is a nice car.
Woman: Well, _________ me promise
I’d be careful with it.
[ _ ] My high school teacher helped me a lot.
Conversation 4 [ _ ] I would love to. What are you studying?

[ _ ] Having to eat vegetables.

[ _ ] No, they made me go to bed


early.
Man: Your mom is so nice!

[ _ ] Sure why not?


Woman: Yeah, she is now,
but _________ really strict when I
was younger. What about you? Share your answers to the questions.

Man: Really?
_________ ?
Woman: Well, for one, she
never _________ watch TV or eat
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Man: That is strict!

Woman: And she _________ study at least four hours a day, Go online for the complete lesson!
even if I did not have homework.

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Man: Wow, that sounds like tough 2. Check your answers.

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Quiz

1) Why did they stop playing sports?


a) No time

b) No money

2) Where did she use French?


a) At work

b) In France

3) She used to ____ .


Lesson B1-03 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) have parties

b) be fun

Used to - Past Tense 4) She used to _____.


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) speak Spanish at work

b) have a friend from Spain

Conversation 1

Man: Do you play sports?

Woman: I used _________ sports in high school.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Yeah? I _________ play sports too.

Woman: Why did you stop? Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: No time, I guess.

Conv #1 Conv #2 Conv #3 Conv#4


Woman: Yeah, I used to _________ much free time.

to play it a little have a have a


Man: Me too! I _________ days.

miss those to use be poor such fun


Conversation 2 have so work for be fun she moved
used to a lot of used to used to
Man: Do you speak French?

Woman: I speak _________ . I used _________ it all the time,


but not anymore.

Man: Really? Why is that?

Woman: Well, I used to _________ a French company, and


Speaking Challenge
then I changed jobs.

Man: Oh, really? I didn’t know that.

Match the answers with the questions.


Woman: Yeah, it was _________ fun.

1) Who is a friend you used to see but no longer


do?

Conversation 3 2) What is a food you used to eat often but no


longer do?

3) What is a sport you used to play, but no longer


do?

4) What is a show you used to watch but no longer


do?

Man: Are you coming to the party?


5) What is a subject you used to study but no
longer do?
Woman: No, I have to work.

Man: Work! What happened? You ______ never miss a party!

[ _ ] I used to study French.

Woman: True, but I also didn’t use to _______ stressful job.


[ _ ] I used to watch a lot of anime.

Man: Yeah, and you used to _______ , but you were fun!
[ _ ] I used to see Tim often, but I haven't seen
him in ages.

Woman: Yep! I used to _______ !


[ _ ] I used to play soccer and tennis.

[ _ ] I used to eat lots of sugar. Now I don't.


Conversation 4 What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Man: Hey, you used to _________ Spanish coworker, right?

Woman: Yeah, Maria, but _________ .

Man: Oh really? That’s too bad.

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Woman: Yeah, I really miss working with her.

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Man: Yeah, I liked her a lot. She _________ always make me
laugh.
1. Watch the animation video.

Woman: I know. We used to have _________ together.


2. Check your answers.
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Quiz

1) On the farm she would _____ .


a) ride horses

b) get in trouble

2A) In the city he would _____ .


a) waste money
b) make a lot of
noise

2B) In the city he would _____ .


Lesson B1-04 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) people watch

b) stay out of trouble


Would - Past Tense 3) In the army she would not _____ much.
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) train
b) sleep

Conversation 1

Man: What was it like growing up on a farm?


Woman: It was the best. I _________ have so

much fun. Grammar Challenge

Man: Really? What would you do?



Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: I'd _________ , play with my dog, tend to animals, and
just have fun!

Conv #1 Conv #2 Conv #3
Man: Sounds fun!

ride horses would be we would’t
Woman: It was! Everyday I _________ up early and I'd be
outside all day. I _________ inside until dark. woudn’t go to hang march for

Man: Wow! Sounds like you had a great childhood. would get would you life like

Woman: It was.

used to would sit do more
Conversation 2

Woman: What was it like growing up in the city?


Man: It was fun. I have many good memories.

Woman: Yeah? Such as?



Speaking Challenge
Man: Well, my friends and
I used _________ out downtown. We
_________ on the sidewalk and watch the world go by. It was Match the answers with the questions.
so fun. Sometimes, we’d get in trouble though. 1) As a kid, would you get in trouble?

Woman: Really? What _________ do? 2) As a kid, who would you fight with?


3) As a teen, how often would you go
to the movies?
Man: Well, we _________ loud or naughty. Kid stuff. Nothing

4) As a teen, how much money would you spend every


serious, though. day?
Woman: Yeah, sounds familiar. 5) As
a teen, where would you hang out?

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Conversation 3

Man: What was _________ in the army? [ _ ] I would argue with my sister.

[ _ ] I would often hang out at the
mall.
Woman: It was good, but it was very hard.

[ _ ] Yes, I would sometimes make my
mom mad.
Man: Really? How so? [ _ ] I would see a movie about once a month.


[ _ ] I would spend maybe 300 yen a day.

Woman: Well, we were always busy. Every day we would get


up really early. Then, we _________ for ten miles. After that,
What about you? Share your answers to the questions.
we'd _________ training.

Man: Wow! What would you do in the afternoon?


Woman: More training. Usually, _________ stop
training until
late.
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Man: That is so tough. How much sleep did you get?



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Woman: Not much. We would usually get about six hours a
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Man: Do you miss it?



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Woman: Yeah, sometimes.

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Quiz

1) What should the woman do?


a) Finish her work

b) Go home and rest

2) What should the woman not do?


a) Be around people

b) Drink too much water

3A) What should the man do to learn Spanish?


Lesson B1-05 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) Keep a journal

b) Watch Spanish movies

Should - Suggestions 4) What should he do to learn words?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Draw pictures

b) Say each word ten times

Conversation 1

Man: You don’t look so good. Are you sick?

Woman: Yes, I think I am coming down with a cold.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Well, you should go home then.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: But I really need to work.

Man: No, no, no. You should ____ home and ____ some rest. Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3  
Woman: OK, I guess I can work from home anyway.

stay do to shouldn't check out


Man: No, you shouldn’t ____ . You should ____ in bed.

work call that a try journal


Woman: OK, I'll do that. Thanks for your advice.

Man: No problem. I hope you feel better soon.


get feel download draw
go not be learn write
Conversation 2

Man: So, how long have you been feeling ill?

Woman: For about three days.


Speaking Challenge
Man: Well, it looks like is a flu bug going around.

Woman: OK, is that serious?


Match the answers with the questions.
Man: No, it's a minor illness, but you should ____ around
1) What should I do to lose weight?

people as it can spread.


2) What should I do to save money?

Woman: OK, what should I ____ get better?


3) What should I do to learn a language quickly?

4) What should I do to make new friends?

Man: Just get lots of rest and drink lots of water. I'll give you 5) What should I do to be healthy?
some medicine to make you feel better.

Woman: OK, thank you doctor.

[ _ ] You should sleep eight hours a day.

Man: If you start to feel worse after a few days, you should [ _ ] You should spend less.

____ me immediately.
[ _ ] You should eat less.

[ _ ] You should join a hobby group.

Woman: OK, I'll do that. Thank you.


[ _ ] You should try to watch foreign movies.
Man: You’re welcome. You should ____ better in a few days.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Conversation 3

Man: What's the best way to learn Spanish?

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Woman: Well, first you should ____ new words every day.

Man: OK, that's easy. What do you recommend?

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Woman: I would ____ a vocab app. I would try to learn ten
words a day.
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2. Check your answers.


Man: Only ten words? I think I can learn 50 words a day.
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Woman: No, you ____ do that because you won’t remember
them. You shouldn’t try to do too much at one time.

Man: OK, what else?

Woman: Well, you should try to use the words you learn by
keeping a ____ and trying to use them.

Man: That sounds too difficult. I can’t ____ anything yet.

Woman: Well, at first you can just ____ pictures of new words,
like verbs and nouns.

Man: Oh, I like that idea I'll give ________ .

Woman: Oh, and you should _______ spanishlistening.org. It is


a great way to learn Spanish.

Man: Sounds cool! Is it free??

Woman: Yes, it is just like elllo, but for Spanish.

Man: Cool. I’ll check it out. Thanks.

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Quiz
1) What does she want to do?

a) Own a restaurant

b) Go to cooking school

2) Who would she like to meet?

a) Her family
b) A famous
person

3) What does she want to do?


Lesson B1-06 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) Have a farm

b) Build a house
Want to / Would like to

4) What would she like in her tea?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Sugar
b) Lemon

Conversation 1

Man: What ____ you want to do in the future?


Woman: I’d like to ____ a chef. I want to ____
my own Grammar Challenge
restaurant.
Man: What
kind of food would you like to ____ ? Use the words below to complete each conversation.

Woman: I’d like to cook Greek food.



Con #1 Con #2 Con #3 Con #4
Man: Oh, if you do that, I want to eat there.
Woman: I’d like that!
do hoping have drink

cook know grow want
Conversation 2
be ask live straw
Man: Who would you ____ to meet someday? have like do like

Woman: I’d like to meet Bill Gates.


Man: What would you ask him?


Woman: I’d ____ him about his
life. I want to ____ his secret to
success.
Speaking Challenge

Man: I’d like to know that too.



Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: Here’s ____ !

1) Who would you like to meet?
Conversation 3

2) What job would you like to have?


3) When would you like to retire?

4) Where would you like to live?


Man: Where would you like to live in the future?


5) Would you like to start a business?
Woman: I’d like to ____ in the country.

Man: What would you ____ ?



[ _ ] I'd like to meet an alien.
Woman: I’d ____ a farm.

[ _ ] I want to stop working before I am 60.



Man: Oh, that would be fun! [ _ ] Yes, I'd love to work for myself.

my own food. [ _ ] I want to live in Spain.

Woman: Yeah, I want to ____


[ _ ] I would love to be a professional athlete.
Conversation 4 What about you? Share your answers to the questions.

Man: What would you like to ____ ?


Woman: I’d like an iced tea please.

Man: Do you ____ sugar with that?



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Woman: No, but I’d ____ some lemon.


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Man: Would you like a ____ ?

Woman: No, thanks. 1. Watch the animation video.



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Quiz

1) What country has she visited?


a) Korea

b) Indonesia

2) What foods has she eaten?


a) Sushi
b) Natto

3) What movie has Katie seen?


Lesson B1-07 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) Most Spiderman movies
b) Just the last Spiderman
movie

Present Perfect - Experiences 4) Who has been to the new cafe?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) She has.
b) He has.

Conversation 1

Man: Have you ________ to Asia?


Woman: Yes, I have. Many times.
Grammar Challenge
Man: Where have you ________ ?


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: I have ________ Japan, Korea, and China.

Man: Have ________ to Indonesia?



Con #1 Con #2 Con #3 Con #4
Woman: No, I haven’t been there yet!

you been haven’t seen them done
Conversation 2 ever been heard seen that been

Man: Have you ever ________ Japanese food? been ever tried seen the heard
Woman: I have. I have eaten lots of Japanese food. been to eaten seen that tried

Man: What foods have you eaten?


Woman: I’ve eaten sushi, ramen, and yaki-soba.


Man: Have you ________ natto?


Woman: No, I ________ , but I’ve ________ it’s disgusting.


Speaking Challenge

Conversation 3 Match the answers with the questions.


1) Have you ever flown in a plane?
Man: Have you ________ new Star Wars movie? 2) Have you ridden a horse?

3) Have you ever climbed a mountain?


Woman: Yes, I have seen them all.

4) Have you ever played on a sports team?


Man: Have you ________ the Spiderman movies?

5) Have you seen a movie in a language besides English?


Woman: No, I haven’t. Have you?

Man: Yes, I've ________ all except the latest one.



[ _ ] Yes, I was on a basketball team.
Woman: Oh, I’ve ________ one! It’s good! [ _ ] Yes, many times. I travel a lot.
[ _ ] No, but I have been on a pony.

Conversation 4 [ _ ] Yes, but they were not very high.

[ _ ] Yes, I love Korean dramas.

Man: Have you ________ the new café?


What about you? Share your answers to the questions.
Woman: No, I haven’t. I haven’t had time.
Have you?

Man: I have. It's really nice, but I’ve only ________ there once.

Woman: I’ve ________ it is really nice.


Man: It is! They’ve ________ a nice job!
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Quiz

1) Why does he need to leave?


a) To beat traffic
b) To get home

2) What does he need to do?


a) Dust
b) Mow
the lawn

3) Do they really have to give money?


Lesson B1-08 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) Yes
b) No

Modals of Obligation
4) What does he have to do?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) Go to work

b) Get the kids


Conversation 1

Man: I have to ________ today.


Woman: Really? I don’t have to.
Grammar Challenge

Man: I better go. I need to ________ ready.



Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: When do you start?

Man: At noon, but I have to ________ early to beat the traffic.



Con #1 Con #2 Con #3 Con #4
Woman: Yeah, you need to get ________ .
going clean pay mail
Conversation 2 leave laundry think work

Man: What do you have to ________ today? get dust look go


Woman: I have to ________ my house. work do do pick


Man: Really? It looks clean.


Woman: No, I need to ________ , I need to clean the


bathroom, and I have to do ________ .
Man: Well, you seem busy, so I must be
going.
Speaking Challenge

Woman: Yeah, I need to get started, but call me later.



Match the answers with the questions.
Conversation 3 1) What do you have to do tonight?
2) What do you have to do tomorrow?

Man: We need to ________ this bill. 3) Do you have to wear a uniform?

4) Do you have to get up early tomorrow?


Woman: Why? We don’t have to pay it.

5) Who must you think about every day?

Man: Yes, we ________ . We must.


Woman: No, it’s not a bill, just a donation.



bad. [ _ ] My family.
Man: But if we don’t pay it, we will ________

[ _ ] No, I can dress as I please.


Woman: No, we won’t. You mustn’t ________ that way. [ _ ] I need to cook dinner.

[ _ ] I have to take a test.

Conversation 4 [ _ ] No, I can sleep in.

What about you? Share your answers to the questions.


Man: What must we do today?

Woman: We have to ________ these letters.


Man: Anything else?


Woman: Yeah, you need to ________ up the kids from school.


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Quiz

1) What happens in winter?


a) She busy.

b) She is not busy.

2) What do they discuss?


a) When and where to ski.

b) What to wear and how to ski.

3) What does she teach on Sunday?


Lesson B1-09 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) Private class

b) Make-up classes

Zero Conditional 4) When does she get tips?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) When it is busy.

b) When there is a big order.

Conversation 1

Man: Where do you work?

Woman: I work at the ________ . I'm a ________ .

Grammar Challenge
Man: Nice. That must be a great job.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: Sometimes. But if it is ______ , it gets really ______.
Man: Oh, yeah? What about in winter?
busy skiing class order
Woman: When winter comes, the beaches are empty, so
hot snow asks hard
there’s no work.

lifeguard snows have them


Man: Ah, too bad.

beach winter teach busy


Conversation 2

Man: When it ________ , do you go ________ ?

Woman: I do, if I have time.

Man: I ski too. Where is the best place to ski?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Sugar bowl is a good place when there is enough
snow.
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: What months does it get snow?

1) What happens if it is very cold?

Woman: If it is a good ________ , it gets lots of ________ from


2) What do you do when it rains?

December to March.
3) Who do you talk to when you are sad?

4) What happens if the traffic is bad?

Conversation 3 5) What do you do if you are sleepy?

Man: What days do you ________ ?


[ 4 ] The buses
are late.

Woman: I teach every day, but I also teach Sunday if my boss [ 1 ] People use their heaters.

________ me.
[ 2 ] I take an umbrella with me.

[ 5 ] I often take a short nap.

Man: Really? Who do you teach then?


[ 3 ] I call my friend.
Woman: I teach private groups. Usually business people.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Man: Do you teach small classes?

Woman: No, we only have ________ if we ________ at least


twenty students.

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Conversation 4
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Woman: How do you like working at the restaurant?

Man: I like it, but it is ________ when it gets ________ .


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Man: Not always, but I often get them if I have a really big ___ .

Woman: Sounds like a good job.

Man: It is as long as it’s not too ________ .

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Quiz

1) Where will they play if it rains?


a) In the gym

b) In the park

2) What will the woman do if it rains?


a) Call the man

b) Take a taxi

3) Will the man go to the gym?


Lesson B1-10 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) Yes, if he has the energy.

b) Yes, if he has the time.

First Conditional 4) Who will likely stay home over the holidays?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Go skiing

b) Write his book

Conversation 1

Man: Are we still playing football on Tuesday?

Woman: Yes, I think so. Why do you ask?

Grammar Challenge
Man: Well, the ________ forecast says it will rain.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: Well, ________ , we will play in the gym. I'll send an
email to everyone explaining this.
Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Man: Do you think we will have enough players?

don’t raining spinning if there


Woman: Yes, I think so. We need 8 players to play. If we don’t
weather you can something writing
get enough players, we will cancel though.

Man: Do you think we will get ________ players to play?


if it rains have unless novel if
Woman: I think so, but if we ________ , I'll let everyone know.
enough need to energy if you

Conversation 2

Man: I'm having a party on Saturday. Would you like to come?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: I would love to if I ________ time. I might be busy
though.
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: Well, the party will go until midnight, so please come if 1) What will you do if it rains?

you have time.


2) What will you do if it is sunny?

Woman: Thanks. Should I bring anything?


3) What will you do if it snows?

4) What will you do if you get sick?

Man: No, I think I have everything covered, but you can bring 5) What will you do if you get hungry?
extra drinks if you like.

Woman: OK, can I park at your house?

[ _ ] I will go skiing.

Man: Parking might be a problem, so if ________ , I would take [ _ ] I will make something to eat.

the subway.
[ _ ] I will stay inside.

[ _ ] I will play golf.

Woman: OK, I will do that.


[ _ ] I will go to the doctor's.
Man: If it's ________ though, just call and I'll pick you up from
the station.
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Woman: Thanks, no need though. If I ________ , I will grab a


taxi.

Man: Great. I hope you can make it.


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Woman: I’ll try my best. If I can’t, I’ll let you know.

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Conversation 3
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2. Check your answers.


Man: What are your plans for tonight?
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Woman: Well, if there is ________ good on Netflix, I'll watch a
movie. What about you?

Man: I think I will go to the gym if I have enough ________ .

Woman: What do you do at the gym?

Man: I take a ________ class.

Woman: Oh, that sounds fun.

Man: It is, but it starts at 7, so ________ I finish my work on


time, I can’t go.

Woman: Well, you better get busy then.

Man: Yes, I know.

Conversation 4

Man: What are your plans for the winter holiday?

Woman: I want to go skiing ________ 's enough snow.

Man: Oh, that sounds fun. Who will you go with?

Woman: I'll go with my parents, and a few friends if they can


make it. What about you?

Man: I will likely stay home. I might work on my ________ I feel


like it.

Woman: Oh, I didn’t know you were ________ a book.

Man: Yeah, this is my third one. I try to keep it secret.

Woman: Really? I had no idea. What books have you written?

Man: Well, I’ll tell you, but only ________ promise to keep it a
secret.

Woman: I promise. So what is the book?

Man: Well …

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Quiz

1) She says the soups is _____ .


a) great

b) not that great

2) She cannot go because _____ .


a) she has class

b) her son cannot go

3) He will go to the forest because _____ .


Lesson B1-11 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) leaves are changing

b) he is going camping

Coordinating Conjunctions - FANBOYS 4) She does not go out because _____ .


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) she does not like crowds

b) she has no money

Conversation 1

Man: I like this soup, it’s so yum, _____ healthy.

Woman: It is good, _____ it is high in sodium.

Grammar Challenge
Man: Yeah, but it has lots of veggies.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: True, but it not cheap, _____ easy to make.

Man: OK, you don’t _____ it.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: I do. I'm just being honest.

like or for and


Conversation 2 but but but but
yet summer so so
Man: Where will you go for _____ ?

nor yet and nor


Woman: I am not sure _____ .

Man: I will go to the beach, or the lake.

Woman: I would go, _____ my son has school.

Man: Ah, he has school in summer?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Yeah, he has to go to school this summer, _____ he
will not graduate.
Match the answers with the questions.
1) Where will you go this weekend?

Conversation 3 2) What will you eat for dinner?

3) What sports do you play?

Man: What will you do tomorrow?


4) What languages can you speak?

Woman: I have to work, _____ I finish early.


5) Can you play any musical instruments?
Man: I don’t work, _____ I will go somewhere.

Woman: Where will you go?


[ _ ] I have to study, so I will stay home.

[ _ ] No, I cannot, nor can I sing.

Man: I think to the forest, _____ the leaves are changing colors
[ _ ] I like soccer, but I cannot play it well.

now.
[ _ ] I am on a diet, so I will eat salad.

Woman: Well, have a good time _____ take lots of pictures.


[ _ ] I can speak Spanish, but I cannot write it well.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Conversation 4

Man: Do you go out much?

Woman: No, I don’t drink, _____ I don’t like crowds.


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Man: Yeah, me too, _____ I hate staying home.

Woman: So what do you do? Watch movies?


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Man: No, I don’t like movies, _____ do I like TV shows, _____ I
1. Watch the animation video.

tend to read a lot.


2. Check your answers.
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Quiz

1) When does the woman eat dinner?


a) Before she gets home

b) As soon as she gets home

2) When should he click the link?


a) After he gets the email

b) Before he gets the email

3) When did it start to rain?


Lesson B1-12 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) After they left

b) As soon as they got there

Subordinating Conjuctions - Time 4) Who wants to retire first?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) The man

b) The woman

Conversation 1

Man: What do you usually do after you finish work?

Woman: I usually go to the gym, and then _____ I work out, I Grammar Challenge
go shopping.

Man: You must get home pretty late. When do you eat dinner?
Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: I usually eat as _______ I get home, which is about 9.

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Man: Wow, I could never eat dinner that late.

soon as this as soon as before they


Woman: When do you usually eat dinner?

Man: I usually eat about 6, _______ after I get home.


by the time before when do after
Woman: Do you usually cook?
after as soon right before when I'm
Man: No, my wife works from home, so she usually has dinner right After by the time while
ready _______ I get back.

Woman: Sounds like a nice set-up.

Conversation 2 Speaking Challenge


Man: So, how do you register for this app on the website?
Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: Well, first you put in your email address.

1) What do you usually do after you finish work?

Man: OK, that seems pretty easy.


2) What do you do as soon as you get up?

Woman: But _______ you can do anything else, you need to 3) When do you want to retire?

4) What do you do when you are on a plane?

check your email.


5) Do you eat as soon as you get home?
Man: OK. Then what do I do?

Woman: _______ you get the email, you need to click the link
[ _ ] I try to go to sleep as soon as I can.

which goes back to the website.


[ _ ] I want to retire by the time I am 65.

Man: OK, do I need to do _______ soon as I sign up?


[ _ ] I usually go to the gym after work.

Woman: No, I think you can wait as long as you like, but I'm not [ _ ] No, I usually eat much later at night.

[ _ ] I take a shower and I get dressed.


sure.

Man: OK, well, regardless, I will click it _______ as I get it. What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

What's next then?

Woman: Then you go back to the site and after you create a
password, you have an account. Then you can use the app.
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Man: Sounds pretty easy. I think I can do that.

Woman: It’s very easy. I'm sure you will have no problems.
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Man: Thanks.

1. Watch the animation video.

2. Check your answers.


Conversation 3 3. Access more free lessons.
Man: So, how was your day at the beach?

Woman: Awful. It started to rain as _______ we got there.

Man: Oh no. Did it rain all day?

Woman: No, but _______ it stopped, we were ready to come


back home.

Man: Oh, that's too bad.

Woman: We did get to swim a little though, _______ we left.

Man: Well, at least you had some fun.

Woman: Yeah, hopefully we will have nicer weather _______


we go next time.

Conversation 4

Man: When do you want to retire?


Woman: I want to retire _______ about 50.

Man: Wow, that's pretty early. Why so young?

Woman: I want to travel the world _______ I'm still relatively


young. What about you?

Man: I doubt I'll retire before I'm 70. I love working.

Woman: Oh yeah? What do you want to _______ you retire?

Man: Well, assuming I have grandkids, I want to spend as much


time with them _______ grow up.

Woman: That’s nice. Well, here’s to our future.


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Quiz

1) She left early because _____ .


a) she was sick

b) her work was done

2) She does not like _____ .


a) rain

b) spring

3) It closes early because it is _____ .


Lesson B1-13 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) a holiday

b) Sunday

Subordinating Conjuctions - Reason 4) She asks him to _____ .


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) be careful with the iPad

b) join in the video

Conversation 1

Man: Why did you go home early _______ ?

Woman: I left early _______ I was sick.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Well, _________ were not here, I can’t pay you.

Woman: I understand, _______ I did work from home.


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: Oh, you did?

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Yes, I can show you my work.

although although closes even though


Conversation 2 yesterday but since you cooking
because and because it’s Since
Man: I love the spring _______ the weather’s so cool.

since you because since filming


Woman: I do too, _______ I don’t like rainy weather, and it
always rains a lot.

Man: Yeah, _______ I sometimes get allergies.

Woman: Me too, _______ it hasn’t been bad this year.


Speaking Challenge
Man: Yeah, not so much. I think it's because of El Nino.

Woman: Maybe, although who knows?


Match the answers with the questions.

Conversation 3 1) Is there something you do even though it’s unhealthy?

2) Why isn’t Sally at work today?

3) Is it alright for me to use a pencil in the exam?

Man: Let’s go to the store because it _________ soon.


4) What time should we leave for the airport?

Woman: When does it close?


5) Do you have any hobbies?
Man: It closes at ten _________ Sunday.

Woman: Let’s go then _________ it’s already 5:30.


( _ ) Sally isn’t here because she’s on holiday.

Man: Sounds good. Should I drive?


( _ ) I like painting, although I’m very bad at it.

( _ ) You can use a pencil although a pen is better.

Woman: No, I will _________ drive slow.


( _ ) I smoke cigarettes even though it’s unhealthy.

( _ ) We should leave soon since there’s a lot of traffic.


Conversation 4
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Man: Can I use your iPad?

Woman: Yeah, sure. It’s over there.

Man: Can I use it to record a short video?


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Woman: Sure, what are you _________ ?

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_________ video for my son.

1. Watch the animation video.

Woman: Fun! _________ you’re doing that, can I be in it too?


2. Check your answers.
Man: Sure, as you wish.
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Quiz

1) She is going unless she gets stuck _____ .


a) in traffic

b) at work

2) She might fail unless she _____ .


a) comes to every class

b) does better on assignments

3) He can use the room as long as _____ .


Lesson B1-14 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) he books it

b) it is not booked

Subordinating Conjuctions - Conditionals


4) If it rains, they _____ .
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) will still play

b) will definitely not play

Conversation 1

Man: Are you coming to the party?

Woman: Yes, I'm going ________ I get stuck at work.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Really? You might have to work?

Woman: Maybe, but I'll call you ________ make it.


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: Well, I ________ hope you can make it.

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Me too! ________ we don't get too busy, I should
unless as long as If it's as long as
make it though.

As long as unless if it is If it is
Conversation 2 really assignments If it isn't if we cancel

Woman: Yes, Mr Smith, you want to see me.


if I can't if I get until it If the rain
Man: Yes, we need to talk about your grades. I'm worried that
you won't pass the class ________ you start doing better on
your ________ .
Speaking Challenge
Woman: Well, ________ an A on the test, can I pass the class?

Man: Yes, I think so, ________ you do all of your homework Match the answers with the questions.
assignments.

1) What would you do if you lost your wallet?

Woman: OK. I'll make sure I do better, and I'll study hard for the 2) What will happen if you do not pay the class fees?

next exam
3) Is it okay if I listen to music in the library?

Man: I hope so, because if you don't, you'll have to take the 4) Are we going for a run tomorrow?

5) Shall we go to the pub this evening?


class again.

Conversation 3 ( _ ) You can, as long as you use headphones.

( _ ) If I lost my wallet, I’d report it to the police.

( _ ) Unless I have to work late, we can go to the pub.

Man: Can I use the conference room tomorrow?

( _ ) Yes, we can go running as long as it doesn’t rain.

Woman: Sure, as long as it is not booked.


( _ ) You cannot join class unless you pay the fees.
Man: What should I do ________ ?

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Woman: ________ booked you could use the lecture hall.

Man: Oh, that's too big, I think.

Woman: Well, the conference room might be free. I'll check and
let you know if it is. ________ , what should I do?

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Man: If it's booked then I will wait ________ is free. The lecture
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hall is too big.

Woman: OK, I'll get back to you soon.


1. Watch the animation video.

Man: Great. Thanks.


2. Check your answers.
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Conversation 4

Man: Are we still playing soccer tomorrow?

Woman: Yes, I hope so. We'll play ________ the weather is


nice.

Man: Will we play if it rains?

Woman: ________ is not too heavy, we will play.

Man: OK, and if it is?

Woman: ________ , I'll check with the others and let you know
________ the game.

Man: Sounds good. Thanks.


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Quiz

1) What would the woman love to change?


a) The pay

b) The schedule

2) Why does the woman want to study computers?


a) The pay is great.

b) It is practical.

3) Who would make education free?


Lesson B1-15 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) The man

b) The woman

Second Conditional 4) Who would not buy a new house?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) The man

b) The woman

Conversation 1

Man: So, ___________ the boss, what would you change about
the company?
Grammar Challenge
Woman: Well, first, ___________ people work from home.

Man: I would like that. What else would you change?


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: ___________ let employers set their own schedule.

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Man: I would love that. What hours would you work?

I would let if I could I wouldn’t do if you


Woman: It would change day by day. If the weather was nice, I
would work at night.
if I were I could write If you were each his
Man: And if the weather was bad?
if you were If you could If you could If you won
Woman: Then I would work during the day. What about you?
I would also Would you if we were if I didn’t
Man: I’m not sure. Maybe I would do the same.

Woman: See? Things would be better around here


___________ the boss!

Speaking Challenge
Conversation 2
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: ___________ go back to school, what would you study?

1) What would you do if you were an astronaut?

Woman: I think I would study something practical, like computer 2) If you could go anywhere, where would you go?

engineering.
3) What superpower would you choose, if you could?

4) How would you feel if you won a million dollars?

Man: What would you do with a degree like that?


5) What would you do if you had more time?
Woman: I would develop apps to help people stay fit, I think,
because I love exercise. What about you?

( _ ) I would be overjoyed if I won a million dollars.

Man: Well, ___________ study anything, I would study ( _ ) I would go to Mars if I were an astronaut.

something I love, like art history.


( _ ) If I had more time, I would learn a new language.

Woman: Oh, that sounds interesting. ___________ want to be ( _ ) I would go to the Bahamas.

( _ ) If I could choose a superpower, I would be invisible.


a teacher?

Man: No, but perhaps I ___________ books or be a tour guide What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

at a museum.

Woman: I like your idea. That sounds nice.

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Man: ___________ in charge of the country, what would you
do?
1. Watch the animation video.

Woman: Well, first, I would make health care free for everyone.
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Man: I agree, I would do the same. What about education?

Woman: No, ___________ make education free, but I would


make it more affordable.

Man: I like that idea. I might make it free though.

Woman: What about you? ___________ do one thing, what


would you do?

Man: If I were president, I would change the tax system so it is


fair for everyone.

Woman: Me too. I think the world would be a better place


___________ in charge.

Man: I think so too!

Conversation 4

Man: ___________ the lottery, what would you buy?

Woman: I think I would buy a house. I would like to live in the


mountains.

Man: What else would you do?

Woman: I would probably buy a new car.

Man: That would be nice.

Woman: What about you? What would you ___________ won


the lottery?

Man: Well, I would quit my job and travel the world.

Woman: Would you buy a new house or car?

Man: No, I would live cheaply, so I would never have to work


again.

Woman: I think I would still work. I would get bored


___________ have a job.

Man: To ___________ own I guess.

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Quiz

1) Who owns the cafe?


a) Tim

b) Larry

2) What kind of company is it?


a) tech company

b) beverage company

3) Why did they postpone the meeting?


Lesson B1-16 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) For equipment reasons

b) The boss was busy

Adjective Clause 4) That is nice about her town?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) The park

b) The parking

Conversation 1
5) What happens when David is not there?
Man: Who is this party for?

a) It is boring.

Woman: Tim. He's the guy ________ telling you about.


b) They are busy.

Man: Refresh my memory. Is he the ________ opened the new


6) They will go to a restaurant that ______ .
cafe?

Woman: No, that's Larry. He's the guy who just ________ into a) shows the game

the house down the street.


b) does not show the game

Man: Oh, the house ________ that huge garage.

Woman: Yes, that's the house, and that's the guy.

Grammar Challenge
Conversation 2
Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: So, where do you work?

Woman: I work for a tech company that ________ business Con


#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
software.

that has tools why where


Man: Really? What kind of software do you make?

guy who manage place unwind


Woman: We build ________ that help companies ________
their money.
moved makes when when
Man: Really? My company, ________ deals with that sort of who I was which where park
thing, might be interested.

Woman: Great. Let me give you my card.

Conversation 3
Speaking Challenge

Man: Do you know _____ the meeting was postponed?


Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: Yes, we need a room ____ we could use a projector.
1) Where did you park your car?

Man: What about the ____ where we had the party?


2) What kind of music do you like?

Woman: What party?


3) Where can I find the milk?

4) Do you know who the speaker is?

Man: You know, the party ____ Kevin got promoted.


5) Who is Neil Armstrong?
Woman: Oh, yeah. That will work.

( _ ) I enjoy music which is fast and upbeat.

Conversation 4 ( _ ) The milk is in the section that is next to the fruit.

( _ ) He’s the first man who walked on the moon.

Man: So, what part of town do you live in?


( _ ) Oh, it's the guy who used to teach in our college.

Woman: I live on the far west side of town.


( _ ) I parked near the gate that is closest to the entrance.
Man: Oh, is it nice over there?
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Woman: It's OK. It has a few places _____ you can ______ .

Man: Oh, really? For example?

Woman: Well, there's a ______ where you can just relax.

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Man: I think I know about that place. It's a popular place ______
the leaves change color.

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Woman: Yes, that's the place.

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Conversation 5 2. Check your answers.


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Man: Why is David not here today?

Woman: Good question. I don't know why he's not here.

Man: Well, it's a bad sign when he's gone.

Woman: Why do you say that?

Man: Because those are the days when we get really busy.

Woman: Geez, I hope not!

Conversation 6

Woman: Where should we go for dinner tonight?

Man: Let's go somewhere where we can watch the game.

Woman: Watch the game? I hate having dinner when there's a


game on.

Man: Really? Why?

Woman: Because you watch the game and we don't talk much.

Man: Fair enough. Well, we'll go someplace where I won't be


distracted. I'll check the score when I get home.

Woman: Thanks. I appreciate that.

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Quiz

1) What is the woman hoping for?


a) More features

b) A demo version

2) What does the man need?


a) More time

b) More funds

3) What did the man like?


Lesson B1-17 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) What she wore

b) How she spoke

Noun Clause 4) The teacher says he got a low grade because of


____ .
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) what he wrote about

Conversation 1 - What b) when it turned it in

Woman: So, how is the new software development project 5) What is the father unhappy about?
going?
a) Who she is with

Man: Good, from ________ been seeing, we should be finished b) How she is dressed

within this month.

6) Who has a desk with two monitors?


Woman: OK, ________ need, at this point, is a basic version to
show clients by next week. By any chance, is that possible?
a) Joan

b) They are not sure

Man: Well, I will see ________ do, but no promises.

Woman: Really? You think you can do it?

Man: It won't be perfect, but I can get you a basic version of the
software for promotional purposes.
Grammar Challenge
Woman: Great! That's ________ hoping for.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Conversation 2 - Where
Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: How is the film going?
what I really is where how it will what it's
Man: Good, but we need more money to film a few scenes.
what I can where I'm how you why I got
Woman: Well, from ________ I'm standing, we can't give you
what I was Where we loved how is why
any more money. You are already over-budget.

what I've where you're how we can why I love


Man: Yes, but we need to film in a new location. ________ are
filming now just doesn't cut it.

Woman: I don't like __________ going with this. This is costing


too much money.
Speaking Challenge
Man: Look, I understand, but this next scene ________ the
movie really comes together. We really need it.
Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: OK. I'll see what I can do, but this is the last time.
1) Do you know why the class was cancelled?

Don't ask for more.


2) Can you show me where the science building is?

Man: Thank you. I really appreciate this.


3) Who left the lights on in this room?

4) What do you like about your best friend?

5) What do you usually do for lunch?


Conversation 3 - How

Woman: And this is __________ turn sales into profits. And ( _ ) I like how she is always great fun to talk to.

that is my presentation. Thank you for coming.


( _ ) The class was cancelled because the teacher is sick.

( _ ) I usually eat what they have in the cafeteria.

Man: That was a great presentation. I _________ you explain ( _ ) Sure, it’s around the corner from the library.

the data.
( _ ) Sorry, it was me! I forgot to turn them off.
Woman: Oh, thank you! You never know ________ come
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

across to the audience.

Man: Well, you deserve a lot of credit. Your style is very


engaging, especially ________ talk, and how you use humor to
make a point.

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Woman: Well, thank you again. I'm glad that it was well-
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received.

Man: Also, how you came up with the data was really 1. Watch the animation video.

interesting. Do you think you could discuss it over a cup of 2. Check your answers.
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coffee?

Woman: I'd love to. I think there is a cafe downstairs.

Conversation 4 - Why

Woman:

Man: Ms. Wilson, can you explain to me ________ a low score


on my paper?

Woman: Well, the main reason is that you did not follow the
topic. Did you read the instructions?

Man: Yes, but I didn't like it, so I wrote about ________ football
so much.

Woman: Well, that ________ you got a low grade. You have to
follow the rules.

Man: Yeah, but why can't I write about what I want to write
about?

Woman: Well, for one, it is not fair for other students.

Man: OK, I got it. I see your point.

Woman: For ________ worth, I did enjoy reading it.

Man: Thanks, but about my grade, can I rewrite the paper?

Woman: Yes, but you will need to get it to me by Friday.

Man: Thank you. I appreciate it.

Woman: Well, I look forward to your new paper. Why don't you
write about why animals rights are important.?

Man: I will. Thanks so much!

Woman: Why students don't follow the rules is beyond me!

Conversation 5 – Who

Woman:

Man: Who is our daughter talking to?

Woman: I am not sure who he is. She mentioned something


about a new friend from work.

Man: Well, I don't like who she hangs out with.

Woman: Who she hangs out with is none of your business. She
is 25, after all.

Man: Well, you know the old saying: it's not what you know but
who you know!

Woman: Well, she should have the right to see whoever she
likes.

Man: I know. I'm just being a dad.

Woman: And I'm just being a mom.

Conversation 6 - Whose

Man: Do you know whose desk this is?

Woman: I think that is Joan's desk.

Man: No, that's Joan's desk. The one that has two monitors is
Joan's desk.

Woman: Hmm! Well then, I don't know whose it is then.

Man: Well, somebody must know who sits here.

Woman: Right, someone. Just not us.

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Quiz

1) What does the man presume?


a) That he needs a date

b) That he needs a costume

2) How were sales last year?


a) Good

b) Bad

3) What does the man hope will happen?


Lesson B1-18 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) They discuss the budget.
b) They do not change the budget.

That Clause after Verbs


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. Grammar Challenge
Conversation 1
Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: So, I ________ you are having a party?

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3
Woman: Yeah, it will be next week.
Man: So, I ________ all are invited?
assume that hope they saw that
Woman: Yes, that ________ correct. All are welcome.
that I I'm sure expressed
Man: Okay, great. And I presume ____ I should bring a date?
heard that year was hope he
Woman: No need. You can come alone.
would be think sales say about
Man:  What a relief!

Conversation 2
Speaking Challenge
Woman: How do you ________ will be this year?

Man: Good. I think they will be better than last year.


Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: I ________ are.

1) Is it true that you’re quitting soon?

Man: Yeah, last ________ terrible. 2) Do you know if Becca and her husband are coming?

Woman: It was.
3) What did you say in the interview?

Man: Well, ________ we'll do better this year.


4) What did the doctor say?

5) How do you feel about moving to a new city?


Conversation 3
( _ ) I think that it will be a good change of environment.

Man:I ________ you had a meeting with Jason.


( _ ) I said that I would be able to start working next week.

( _ ) Yes, I got a new job in another city.

Woman: Yes, he wanted to discuss the budget.

( _ ) The doctor said that they were having a baby girl.

Man: Yeah? What did he ________ it?


( _ ) I heard that they’re coming, but they’ll be late.
Woman: He ________ that we are spending too much.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Man: Oh, I know. Well, I ________ does not cut the budget.

Woman: I doubt he'll do that.

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Quiz

1) Who has called Bob?


a) No one has.

b) Katie has.

2) Has the woman finished the report?


a) Yes, she has.

b) No, not yet.

3) How long has the woman known Joe?


Lesson B1-19 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) She just met him.

b) Since high school

Present Perfect - Time 4) What does she say about the sweater?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) She has not worn it much.

b) She hasn't had it long.

Conversation 1

Man: Has Bob ________ yet?

Woman: No, he ________ gotten here yet.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Has anyone ________ to call him?

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: I don’t think anyone has.

Man: Hmm, maybe he's ________ .


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Or maybe he’s forgotten there’s a meeting.

arrived had time haven’t had


Conversation 2 overslept sent seen been
hasn’t finished known haven’t
Man: Have you ________ the report?

tried Almost been worn


Woman: No, I haven’t.

Man: Why haven’t you finished?

Woman: I haven’t ________ to check the spelling.

Man: Have you ________ writing it?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Yes, I have. ________ done!

Match the answers with the questions.


Conversation 3
1) Have you had lunch yet?

2) Have you filed your taxes yet?


Man: How long have you known Joe?
3) How long have you been working here?

Woman: I’ve ________ him since high school.


4) Have you been to the park in your neighborhood?

Man: Wow! That’s a long time.


5) How long have you known your husband?
Woman: Yeah, we have ________ best friends for a while.

Man: Have you ________ him recently?


( _ ) Yes, I’ve already filed them.

Woman: No, I ________ seen him for some time.


( _ ) Not yet, I’ve heard that it’s a beautiful park though!

( _ ) I’ve been working here since 2018.

( _ ) Not yet, I’ll eat in about 10 minutes.

Conversation 4 ( _ ) We’ve known each other since college.

Man: Nice sweater. I ________ seen it before.


What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Woman: Oh, this old thing? I’ve ________ it forever.

Man: How come you haven’t ________ it very much?

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Quiz

1) Why did the woman not go to the party?


a) She was busy.

b) She did not know about it.

2) What was the woman unhappy about?


a) How she spoke

b) How she dressed

3) What does the woman say about the movie?


Lesson B1-20 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) It was boring.

b) It was scary.

Past Conditional 4) What did she dislike about her hotel?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) The price

b) The location

Conversation 1

Man: Why didn't you ________ to the party?

Woman: I didn't know about it.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Oh, no! I ________ have told you about it.

Woman: Yeah, I would've come, if I had known about it.


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: That's too bad. I think you would have ________ it.

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: I think I would ________ too!

enjoyed expressed wish should


Conversation 2 come spoken had seen have
have could couldn't stayed
Man: So how was your job interview?
should wish hadn't could've
Woman: Good, but I should have ________ up more.

Man: Oh, I'm sure you did fine.

Woman: Yeah, I just ________ I had ________ myself better.

Man: I think you are being too hard on yourself.


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Maybe, but I still think I ________ have done better.

Match the answers with the questions. Answers may vary.


Conversation 3
1) What do you wish you had done differently in college?

Man: How was the movie?


2) What is a big regret in life?

3) What is a movie you wish you had not seen?

Woman: Actually, I wish I ________ seen it.


4) What would you change about your appearance?

Man: Why? Was it bad?


5) What would you change about your town?
Woman: No! It was a great movie.

Man: Well, then, why do you ________ you hadn't seen it?
[ _ ] My height. I wish I was taller.

Woman: Because it was so scary. I ________ sleep last night.


[ _ ] The streets. I wish there were wider.

[ _ ] I wish I had studied computers.

Man: Oh, really? I love horror movies. Now I wish I ________ it.
[ _ ] I should have saved more money earlier.

Woman: Well, it is playing for another week, so you have time.


[ _ ] Titantic. I was too long.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Conversation 4

Man: How was your vacation?

Woman: Good, but I wish I had ________ at a different hotel.


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Man: Why do you say that?

Woman: Well, it was next to a lively street and it was so noisy.


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Woman: As a result, I never had a good night sleep.


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Man: Maybe you ________ have read some reviews first.
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Woman:Yeah, I should ________ .

Man: Well, should've, would've, ________ !

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Quiz

1) What is said about the restroom?


a) It should be open.

b) It should be locked.

2) What is said about the bus?


a) It should arrive soon.

b) It should be full.

3) What should not be a problem?


Lesson B1-00 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1 a) Getting a discount

b) Paying by credit card

Should - Assumptions 4) What should reduce his pain?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Aspirin

b) Ice

Conversation 1

Man: Excuse me, where is the ________ ?

Woman: It is down the hall. Just turn right and you ________ it.

Grammar Challenge
Man: Thanks.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: It __________ open, but if it is ________ just tell me.

Man: OK. Thank you!


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4

Conversation 2 should be should be shouldn’t aspirin


should see shouldn’t be it shouldn’t killing
Man: When is the last ________ bus?
restroom arrive any recommend should feel
Woman: Actually, it __________ here right about now.

locked shuttle would should


Man: Really? I don’t see it.

Woman: It should __________ minute.

Man: OK, thanks. Will it be full?

Woman: It ___________ crowded this time of day.


Speaking Challenge
Conversation 3 Match the answers with the questions.

Man: Can you ________ a hotel?


1) When do our exam results come out?

2) Do I need to inform the reception to clean my room?

Woman: Sure, I ________ stay at the Regent.


3) What time does the conference begin?

Man: Do I need to make a reservation?


4) Do you know if the gym is open?

Woman: You ________ need to. It's not peak season.


5) Shouldn’t you be resting?
Man: Can I pay by credit card?

Woman: Yeah, ________ be a problem. ( _ ) The gym should be open by now. They open at 5 a.m.

( _ ) The results should be announced today.

Conversation 4 ( _ ) I should be, but I have a lot of work to do.

( _ ) You shouldn’t need to, they clean the rooms everyday.

( _ ) It should be starting in 10 minutes.


Man: My head is ________ me!
Woman: Oh, lay down. That ________ help.
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Man: I can’t. I have to work.

Woman: Take some ________ then?

Man: You think it'll help?


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Woman: Yeah, you __________ better after a while.


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Quiz

1) Who is coming to the party?


a) Joe and his wife

b) Bob and his wife

2) What does he recommend she use?


a) Wordpress

b) Blogger

3) Who has more experience?


Lesson B1-22 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1 a) Jack

b) Sally

Correlative Conjunctions 4) What are Jill and Sue going to do?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) leave the company

b) work at their company

Conversation 1

Man: Is Bob coming to the party?

Woman: Yes, ________ and his wife are coming.


Grammar Challenge
Man: What about Joe ________ wife?

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: ________ Joe ________ wife can make it.

Man: Oh, that’s too bad.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Yeah, it is rare when all of us are together.
both he or or Jim or go
Conversation 2 Neither whether Both both Jill
nor his site or whether neither
Woman: What can I use to make a website?

and his either and Jim either


Man: I would use ________ Blogger ________ Wordpress.

Woman: Which one is better?

Man: It depends ________ you are making a simple ________


a complex site.
Speaking Challenge
Woman: I'm making a simple site.

Man: Then I would use Blogger.


Match the answers with the questions.
1) Are you and your parents attending the wedding?

Conversation 3
2) Would you like a smoking room?

3) What color shirt should I get?

Man: Do you know ________ Jack or Sally will give the next 4) Where can I buy some meat?

presentation?
5) Do you know whether salad or soup is healthier?
Woman: It will be Sally I think.

Man: Why not Jack, ________ for that matter?


( _ ) You should get either the white or the blue shirt.

Woman: ________ Jack ________ are not as experienced as ( _ ) Both my parents and I will be attending.

( _ ) I think soup is not as healthy as salad.

Sally.
( _ ) It depends on whether you want fresh or frozen meat.

Man: True, they are both newbies.


( _ ) No, thank you. Neither my husband nor I smoke.
Woman: Yeah, they will be ready to do it soon though.
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Conversation 4

Man: I hear ________ Jill and Sue will quit soon.


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Woman: I'm really going to miss Jill.


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Woman: So true!

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Quiz

1) What does she say about the apartment?


a) It gets noisy.

b) It is by the airport.

2) What can the watch do?


a) Play music and videos.

b) Keep track of his health.

3) What does the woman say about her job?


Lesson B1-00 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1 a) She likes it.

b) It gives her stress.

Non-Defining Relative Clauses 4) What do they say about the staff and equipment?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Both are new.

b) They need more of both.

Conversation 1

Man: How is your new apartment?

Woman: Good, but it’s very noisy, so I can’t get a good night’s Grammar Challenge
sleep, which is exhausting.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Man: That’s terrible. That would stress me out. Where is it
exactly?
Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: It is near the station, __________ pretty noisy at night.

which brings which are which I hate which means


Man: What about on the weekends?

deal with but it is but our which we


Woman: It is not much quieter then. There is a night market,
__________ in lots of tourists.
which gets so trendy management which I
Man: I know how you feel. My old workplace, __________ near which was which I am which means which has
an airport, was always noisy.

Woman: Yeah, there is not much I can do about it now. I just


have to __________ it.
Speaking Challenge
Man: Well, hopefully things will turn for the better in the long
run.

Match the answers with the questions.


Woman: Thanks, I hope so.
1) How often do you exercise?

Conversation 2 2) What did you do last weekend?

3) How are your studies going?

4) Did you bake this cake yourself?

Man: What are you looking at?


5) What did you buy at the mall?
Woman: This is my new smart watch, __________ totally
addicted to.

( _ ) I bought a new bag, which has lots of pockets.

Man: It looks high-tech. What does it do?


( _ ) My friend, who I met last summer, helped me bake it.

Woman: It tracks my bio-metrics, __________ immediately ( _ ) Really well! I like all my subjects, which is great.

( _ ) I visited my sister, who just graduated from college.

analyzed on the app and then displayed on the screen.


( _ ) Twice a week, which is not as often as I’d like.
Man: Oh, really? That sounds cool. How are you doing?

Woman: Not bad. It turns out I am pretty healthy, __________ What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

still hard to interpret all the data.

Man: Those watches are __________ these days. I want a


gadget like that.
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Woman: You should get one. They’re lots of fun.

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Man: So, how are things in your department?

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Woman: Not good. I have a new role, __________ .

Man: Oh, what is your new role?

Woman: I am now in charge of assemble line efficiency,


__________ I must make sure everything is working as
efficiently as possible.

Man: That sounds like a role for __________.

Woman: It was, __________ superior quit unexpectedly, so


they gave the job to me.

Man: It sounds like a lot of pressure.

Woman: It is. I am totally stressed right now.

Conversation 4

Woman: So, how are things going down at the factory?

Man: Well, the new machines, __________ I told you about last
week, are working really well.

Woman: What about the time frame? Can we meet our


production deadline?

Man: Well, the new staff, __________ just hired last week,
should be able to increase production.

Woman: Well, our recent commercial, __________ done really


well, could mean a strong demand for the product.

Man: So basically, we need to increase production fast.

Woman: Yes, you do, __________ you will be working a lot of


overtime, but I need you to come through on this.

Man: Well, we have a track record, which you know is pretty


good, so I am confident we can do this.

Woman: That’s good to hear. I know I can count on you.

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Quiz

1) What does one man want to know?


a) Who did something

b) How to do something

2) Where are they going?


a) To party

b) To a factory

3) What food will they serve at the party?


Lesson B1-24 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1 a) Grilled fish

b) Vegetables

Indirect Questions 4) Who started this?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) They did

b) Someone they know

Conversation 1

Man: Do you know __________ doing?

Woman: Yes, I know __________ doing.

Grammar Challenge
Man: Great. Then show me how to do this.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: You don’t know how to do this?

Man: No, I don’t __________ to do this.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Cool! I’ll __________ how.

show you sure when know what know what


Conversation 2 what I'm factory know why know why
know how know when What are know who
Man: Do you __________ we start?

what you're know where who is what I'm


Woman: I’m not __________ we begin.

Man: I think we begin at three.

Woman: Do you __________ we're going after this meeting?

Man: I think we're going to the __________ .


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Got it!

Match the answers with the questions.


Conversation 3
1) Do you know if this seat is taken?

2) Do you have a pen I can borrow?

Man: __________ you doing?


3) Can you tell me where the restrooms are?

Woman: I’m trying to see __________ coming to the party.


4) Do you know what time the meeting ends?

Man: Cool! Do you __________ t food they are serving?


5) Can you show me how to use this machine?
Woman: I think it's vegetarian?

Man: Oh, no! I don’t __________ they do that.


( _ ) The meeting should end at 5 p.m.

Woman: To be healthy, I guess.


( _ ) Yeah, someone was sitting there earlier.

( _ ) The restrooms are down the hall and to the right.

( _ ) Sorry, I don’t. I have a pencil if you want?

Conversation 4 ( _ ) Sure, it’s very simple to use.

Man: Do you see __________ seeing?


What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Woman: Yeah, I do but I don’t __________ to make of it.

Man: Well, you __________ started this?

Woman: I know who, Barry!


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Woman: Oh, yeah, I remember why!


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Quiz

1) What does the man need to do?


a) Back up the data

b) Look up the password

2) If the man spruces up the report, what do that mean?

a) He will improve it.

b) He will delete it.

3) The man is going to ___ buying a new house.


Lesson B1-25 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1
a) put off

b) give up

Phrasal Verbs
4) What will the woman pick up?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) Flight details

Conversation 1 b) Someone at the airport

Man: Did you __________ the data?

Woman: Yes, I just __________ on our remote server.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Do you have the password for that server?

Woman: No, I don’t. I’ll have to __________ .


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: OK, when you do, can you send it to me?

Woman: Will do. I’ll __________ in just a second.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
backed it up spruce it up enough wrote them
Conversation 2
shoot it over figure it out put it off bring it up
Woman: I looked over your report but I can’t __________ .
look it up let me down me down flying in
Man: Oh, really? I can break it down for you.
back up make out you get pick him up
Woman: No, I need you to rewrite it, so everyone can
understand it.

Man: OK, I’ll rewrite it. What was confusing though?

Woman: I couldn’t __________ how the numbers added up.

Speaking Challenge
Man: OK, I’ll look it over again and __________ a bit.

Match the answers with the questions.


Woman: Thanks. I’m sure you won’t __________ .

1) Can you note this down please?

Conversation 3 2) Where should we stay on our holiday?

3) Can you help me figure out this problem?

Woman: So, did __________ the home loan?


4) Were you able to find out John’s address?

5) What are your plans for the evening?


Man: No, they turned __________ .

Woman: What? Why?

( _ ) Yeah, I’ll send the address over to you now.

Man: They said I didn’t earn __________ money.

( _ ) Hold on, let me get a pen.

Woman: Does that mean you can’t buy a new house?


( _ ) I’m not sure yet, I’ll have to look it up.

Man: Yes. I’ll have to __________ for now, I guess.


( _ ) Yeah, we can go over the problem in the evening.

( _ ) I’m going to pick my friend up from the airport.


Conversation 4 What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Man: Hey, Joe is __________ tomorrow. Can you __________


at the airport?

Woman: Sure, what are his flight details?


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Man: I’m not sure. I __________ down somewhere!

Woman: When you find it, can you email it to me?


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Woman: Got it. I won’t __________ .

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Quiz

1) Who plays golf?


a) Both of them

b) Neither of them

2) Who cooks breakfast?


a) Both of them

b) Just one person


3) Who watched the news?


Lesson B1-01 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) Just one person
b) Both of them

Do for Emphasis
4) What is true about the kids?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) They live at home
b) They visit a lot

Conversation 1

Man: Do you like sports?


Woman: No, but I do like
golf. Grammar Challenge

Man: Ugh, golf!



Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: You don’t like golf?

Man: I did like it when I was younger, but not now.



Conv #1 Conv #2 Conv #3 Conv#4
Woman: Oh, I love it.

don’t like cook much and you do still
Conversation 2 sports never do do watch to hear

Man: Do you cook much? did like do cook depressing did live

Woman: I do cook a lot. do like easy stuff don't watch do have


Man: What do you cook?

Woman: Just easy stuff.


And you?

Man: Umm, I don’t cook much. I do cook breakfast, though.


Woman: Really? I never do breakfast.



Speaking Challenge
Conversation 3
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: Do you watch much TV?

Woman: I do watch a lot of TV. 1) Do you like to play sports?



2) Do you have a car?

Man: What do you watch?

3) Do you speak Spanish?



Woman: I watch dramas, and you? 4) Do you want a pet?



5) Do you cook much?

Man: I don't watch much TV. I do watch the news sometimes,


though.
Woman: How depressing! [ 2 ] I do have a car - A BMW.

[ 4 ] I do want a pet. I want a dog.


[ 1 ] I do like to play sports.

Conversation 4

[ 5 ] I do cook a lot.

[ 3 ] I do speak Spanish.
Man: Do you have any kids?

What about you? Share your answers to the questions.
Woman: I don’t. And you?

Man: I do have kids but they are all grown now.


Woman: Do they live near you?


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Quiz

1) What does she help him do?


a) put up a tent

b) take down a tent


2) Why did she stay late?


a) Her boss made her
b) She was busy

3) What did she promise her friend?


Lesson B1-02 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) She would fill the tank
b) She would be careful

Causative Verbs 4) What did her mom make her do?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Lots of chores

b) Lots of homework
Conversation 1

Man: Can you help me do this?


Woman: Sure, what are trying to
do? Grammar Challenge
Man: I’m trying to put up this tent.


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: Oh, it’s easy. Let me show you what to do.

Man: Wow, that was so easy for you.



Conv #1 Conv #2 Conv #3 Conv#4
Woman: Yeah, I was in the army. We do this all the time.
so easy help her letting me made me
Conversation 2 help me was nice your car How so

Man: Why are you home so late? me show boss made he made let me

Woman: My boss made me stay late today. this all made me a new she was

Man: Why did she do that?


Woman: I had to help her write a letter in French.


Man: Oh! That was nice of you.


Woman: Well, she made me do it. She’s the boss.


Speaking Challenge
Conversation 3
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: Did you get a new car?

me use his. 1) Can you help me do my homework?
Woman: No, my friend is letting

2) Would you let anyone use your phone?

Man: What happened to your car? 3) What made you cry as a child?

Woman: It is getting repairs. 4) Who helped you learn English?


5) Did your parents let you stay up
late?
Man: Lucky you! This is a nice car.
Woman: Well, he made me promise
I’d be careful with it.
[ 4 ] My high school teacher helped me a lot.
Conversation 4 [ 1 ] I would love to. What are you studying?

[ 3 ] Having to eat vegetables.

[ 5 ] No, they made me go to bed


early.
Man: Your mom is so nice!

[ 2 ] Sure why not?


Woman: Yeah, she is now,
but she was really strict when I was
younger. What about you? Share your answers to the questions.

Man: Really? How so?


Woman: Well, for one,
she never let me watch TV or eat sugar.

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Man: That is strict!

Woman: And she made me study at least four hours a day,

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Man: Wow, that sounds like tough
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Quiz

1) Why did they stop playing sports?


a) No time

b) No money

2) Where did she use French?


a) At work

b) In France

3) She used to ____ .


Lesson B1-03 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) have parties

b) be fun

Used to - Past Tense 4) She used to _____.


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) speak Spanish at work

b) have a friend from Spain

Conversation 1

Man: Do you play sports?

Woman: I used to play sports in high school.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Yeah? I used to play sports too.

Woman: Why did you stop? Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: No time, I guess.

Conv #1 Conv #2 Conv #3 Conv#4


Woman: Yeah, I used to have so much free time.

to play it a little have a have a


Man: Me too! I miss those days.

miss those to use be poor such fun


Conversation 2 have so work for be fun she moved
used to a lot of used to used to
Man: Do you speak French?

Woman: I speak it a little. I used to use it all the time, but not
anymore.

Man: Really? Why is that?

Woman: Well, I used to work for a French company, and then I


changed jobs.

Speaking Challenge
Man: Oh, really? I didn’t know that.

Match the answers with the questions.


Woman: Yeah, it was a lot of fun.

1) Who is a friend you used to see but no longer


do?

Conversation 3 2) What is a food you used to eat often but no


longer do?

3) What is a sport you used to play, but no longer


do?

4) What is a show you used to watch but no longer


do?

Man: Are you coming to the party?

5) What is a subject you used to study but no


longer do?
Woman: No, I have to work.

Man: Work! What happened? You used to never miss a party!

[ 5 ] I used to study French.

Woman: True, but I also didn’t use to have a stressful job.


[ 4 ] I used to watch a lot of anime.

Man: Yeah, and you used to be poor, but you were fun!
[ 1 ] I used to see Tim often, but I haven't seen
him in ages.

Woman: Yep! I used to be fun!


[ 3 ] I used to play soccer and tennis.

[ 2 ] I used to eat lots of sugar. Now I don't.


Conversation 4 What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Man: Hey, you used to have a Spanish coworker, right?

Woman: Yeah, Maria, but she moved.

Man: Oh really? That’s too bad.

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Woman: Yeah, I really miss working with her.

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Man: Yeah, I liked her a lot. She used to always make me
laugh.
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Woman: I know. We used to have such fun together.


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Quiz

1) On the farm she would _____ .


a) ride horses

b) get in trouble

2A) In the city he would _____ .


a) waste money
b) make a lot of
noise

2B) In the city he would _____ .


Lesson B1-04 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) people watch

b) stay out of trouble


Would - Past Tense 3) In the army she would not _____ much.
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) train
b) sleep

Conversation 1

Man: What was it like growing up on a farm?


Woman: It was the best. I used to have so much
fun. Grammar Challenge
Man: Really? What would you do?


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: I'd ride horses, play with my dog, tend to animals,
and just have fun!

Conv #1 Conv #2 Conv #3
Man: Sounds fun!

ride horses would be we would’t
Woman: It was! Everyday I would get up early and I'd be
outside all day. I wouldn’t go inside until dark. woudn’t go to hang march for

Man: Wow! Sounds like you had a great childhood. would get would you life like
Woman: It was.


used to would sit do more
Conversation 2

Woman: What was it like growing up in the city?


Man: It was fun. I have many good memories.

Woman: Yeah? Such as?



Speaking Challenge
Man: Well, my friends and
I used to hang out downtown. We
would sit on the sidewalk and watch the world go by. It was so Match the answers with the questions.
fun. Sometimes, we’d get in trouble though. 1) As a kid, would you get in trouble?

Woman: Really? What would you do? 2) As a kid, who would you fight with?


3) As a teen, how often would you go
to the movies?
Man: Well, we would be loud or naughty. Kid stuff. Nothing

4) As a teen, how much money would you spend every


serious, though. day?
Woman: Yeah, sounds familiar. 5) As
a teen, where would you hang out?

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Conversation 3

Man: What was life like in the army? [ 2 ] I would argue with my sister.

[ 5 ] I would often hang out at the
mall.
Woman: It was good, but it was very hard.

[ 1 ] Yes, I would sometimes make my
mom mad.
Man: Really? How so? [ 3 ] I would see a movie about once a month.


[ 4 ] I would spend maybe 300 yen a day.

Woman: Well, we were always busy. Every day we would get


up really early. Then, we would march for ten miles. After that,
What about you? Share your answers to the questions.
we'd do more training.

Man: Wow! What would you do in the afternoon?


Woman: More training. Usually, we would’t stop
training until
late.
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Man: That is so tough. How much sleep did you get?



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Man: Do you miss it?



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Woman: Yeah, sometimes.

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Quiz

1) What should the woman do?


a) Finish her work

b) Go home and rest

2) What should the woman not do?


a) Be around people

b) Drink too much water

3A) What should the man do to learn Spanish?


Lesson B1-05 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) Keep a journal

b) Watch Spanish movies

Should - Suggestions 4) What should he do to learn words?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Draw pictures

b) Say each word ten times

Conversation 1

Man: You don’t look so good. Are you sick?

Woman: Yes, I think I am coming down with a cold.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Well, you should go home then.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: But I really need to work.

Man: No, no, no. You should go home and get some rest.
Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3  
Woman: OK, I guess I can work from home anyway.

stay do to shouldn't check out


Man: No, you shouldn’t work. You should stay in bed.

work call that a try journal


Woman: OK, I'll do that. Thanks for your advice.

Man: No problem. I hope you feel better soon.


get feel download draw
go not be learn write
Conversation 2

Man: So, how long have you been feeling ill?

Woman: For about three days.


Speaking Challenge
Man: Well, it looks like is a flu bug going around.

Woman: OK, is that serious?


Match the answers with the questions.
Man: No, it's a minor illness, but you should not be around
1) What should I do to lose weight?

people as it can spread.


2) What should I do to save money?

Woman: OK, what should I do to get better?


3) What should I do to learn a language quickly?

4) What should I do to make new friends?

Man: Just get lots of rest and drink lots of water. I'll give you 5) What should I do to be healthy?
some medicine to make you feel better.

Woman: OK, thank you doctor.

[ 5 ] You should sleep eight hours a day.

Man: If you start to feel worse after a few days, you should call [ 2 ] You should spend less.

me immediately.
[ 1 ] You should eat less.

[ 4 ] You should join a hobby group.

Woman: OK, I'll do that. Thank you.


[ 3 ] You should try to watch foreign movies.
Man: You’re welcome. You should feel better in a few days.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Conversation 3

Man: What's the best way to learn Spanish?

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Woman: Well, first you should learn new words every day.

Man: OK, that's easy. What do you recommend?

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Woman: I would download a vocab app. I would try to learn
ten words a day.
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2. Check your answers.


Man: Only ten words? I think I can learn 50 words a day.
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Woman: No, you shouldn’t do that because you won’t
remember them. You shouldn’t try to do too much at one time.

Man: OK, what else?

Woman: Well, you should try to use the words you learn by
keeping a journal and trying to use them.

Man: That sounds too difficult. I can’t write anything yet.

Woman: Well, at first you can just draw pictures of new words,
like verbs and nouns.

Man: Oh, I like that idea I'll give that a try.

Woman: Oh, and you should check out spanishlistening.org. It


is a great way to learn Spanish.

Man: Sounds cool! Is it free??

Woman: Yes, it is just like elllo, but for Spanish.

Man: Cool. I’ll check it out. Thanks.

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Quiz

1) What does she want to do?

a) Own a restaurant

b) Go to cooking school

2) Who would she like to meet?


a) Her family
b) A famous
person

3) What does she want to do?


Lesson B1-06 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) Have a farm
b) Build a house

Want to / Would like to

4) What would she like in her tea?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Sugar
b) Lemon

Conversation 1

Man: What do you want to do in the future?


Woman: I’d like to be a chef. I want to have
my own restaurant. Grammar Challenge

Man: What kind of food would you like to cook?



Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: I’d like to cook Greek food.
Man: Oh, if you do that, I want to eat
there.

Con #1 Con #2 Con #3 Con #4
Woman: I’d like that!

do hoping have drink
Conversation 2 cook know grow want

Man: Who would you like to meet someday? be ask live straw

Woman: I’d like to meet Bill Gates. have like do like


Man: What would you ask him?


Woman: I’d ask him about his life. I want to know his secret to
success.

Man: I’d like to know that too.


Speaking Challenge

Woman: Here’s hoping!



Match the answers with the questions.
Conversation 3 1) Who would you like to meet?

2) What job would you like to have?


Man: Where would you like to live in the future? 3) When would you like to retire?


4) Where would you like to live?
Woman: I’d like to live in the country.


5) Would you like to start a business?
Man: What would you do?

Woman: I’d have a farm.



[ 1 ] I'd like to meet an alien.
Man: Oh, that would be fun!

[ 3 ] I want to stop working before I am 60.



Woman: Yeah, I want to grow my own food. [ 5 ] Yes, I'd love to work for myself.

[ 4 ] I want to live in Spain.

[ 2 ] I would love to be a professional athlete.


Conversation 4
What about you? Share your answers to the questions.
Man: What would you like to drink?

Woman: I’d like an iced tea please.


Man: Do you want sugar with that?


Woman: No, but I’d like some lemon.

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Quiz

1) What country has she visited?


a) Korea

b) Indonesia

2) What foods has she eaten?


a) Sushi
b) Natto

3) What movie has Katie seen?


Lesson B1-07 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) Most Spiderman movies

b) Just the last Spiderman movie


Present Perfect - Experiences 4) Who has been to the new cafe?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) She has.
b) He has.

Conversation 1

Man: Have you ever been to Asia?


Woman: Yes, I have. Many times.
Grammar Challenge
Man: Where have you been?


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: I have been to Japan, Korea, and China.

Man: Have you been to Indonesia?



Con #1 Con #2 Con #3 Con #4
Woman: No, I haven’t been there yet!

you been haven’t seen them done
Conversation 2 ever been heard seen that been

Man: Have you ever eaten Japanese food? been ever tried seen the heard

Woman: I have. I have eaten lots of Japanese food. been to eaten seen that tried

Man: What foods have you eaten?


Woman: I’ve eaten sushi, ramen, and yaki-soba.


Man: Have you ever tried natto?


Woman: No, I haven’t, but I’ve heard it’s disgusting.


Speaking Challenge

Conversation 3 Match the answers with the questions.


1) Have you ever flown in a plane?
Man: Have you seen the new Star Wars movie? 2) Have you ridden a horse?

3) Have you ever climbed a mountain?


Woman: Yes, I have seen them all.

4) Have you ever played on a sports team?


Man: Have you seen all the Spiderman movies?

5) Have you seen a movie in a language besides English?


Woman: No, I haven’t. Have you?


Man: Yes, I've seen them all except the latest one.

[ 4 ] Yes, I was on a basketball team.
Woman: Oh, I’ve seen that one! It’s good! [ 1 ] Yes, many times. I travel a lot.
[ 2 ] No, but I have been on a pony.

Conversation 4 [ 3 ] Yes, but they were not very high.

[ 5 ] Yes, I love Korean dramas.

Man: Have you tried the new café?


What about you? Share your answers to the questions.
Woman: No, I haven’t. I haven’t had
time. Have you?

Man: I have. It's really nice, but I’ve only been there once.

Woman: I’ve heard it is really nice.


Man: It is! They’ve done a nice job!
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Quiz

1) Why does he need to leave?


a) To beat traffic
b) To get home

2) What does he need to do?


a) Dust
b) Mow
the lawn

3) Do they really have to give money?


Lesson B1-08 | Low Intermediate | CEFR B1 a) Yes
b) No

Modals of Obligation
4) What does he have to do?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) Go to work
b) Get the kids

Conversation 1

Man: I have to work today.


Woman: Really? I don’t have

to. Grammar Challenge

Man: I better go. I need to get ready.



Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: When do you start?

Man: At noon, but I have to leave early to beat the traffic.



Con #1 Con #2 Con #3 Con #4
Woman: Yeah, you need to get going.

going clean pay mail
Conversation 2 leave laundry think work

Man: What do you have to do today? get dust look go


Woman: I have to clean my house. work do do pick


Man: Really? It looks clean.

Woman: No, I need to dust,


I need to clean the bathroom, and I
have to do laundry.
Man: Well, you seem

busy, so I must be going. Speaking Challenge

Woman: Yeah, I need to get started, but call me later.



Match the answers with the questions.
Conversation 3 1) What do you have to do tonight?
2) What do you have to do tomorrow?

Man: We need to pay this bill. 3) Do you have to wear a uniform?

4) Do you have to get up early tomorrow?


Woman: Why? We don’t have to pay it.

5) Who must you think about every day?

Man: Yes, we do. We must.


Woman: No, it’s not a bill, just a donation.



[ 5 ] My family.
Man: But if we don’t pay it, we will look bad.

[ 3 ] No, I can dress as I please.


Woman: No, we won’t. You mustn’t think that way. [ 1 ] I need to cook dinner.

[ 2 ] I have to take a test.

Conversation 4 [ 4 ] No, I can sleep in.

What about you? Share your answers to the questions.


Man: What must we do today?

Woman: We have to mail these letters.


Man: Anything else?


Woman: Yeah, you need to pick up the kids from school.


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Quiz

1) What happens in winter?


a) She busy.

b) She is not busy.

2) What do they discuss?


a) When and where to ski.

b) What to wear and how to ski.

3) What does she teach on Sunday?


Lesson B1-09 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) Private class

b) Make-up classes

Zero Conditional 4) When does she get tips?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) When it is busy.

b) When there is a big order.

Conversation 1

Man: Where do you work?

Woman: I work at the beach. I'm a lifeguard.

Grammar Challenge
Man: Nice. That must be a great job.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: Sometimes. But if it is hot, it gets really busy.
Man: Oh, yeah? What about in winter?
busy skiing class order
Woman: When winter comes, the beaches are empty, so
hot snow asks hard
there’s no work.

lifeguard snows have them


Man: Ah, too bad.

beach winter teach busy


Conversation 2

Man: When it snows, do you go skiing?

Woman: I do, if I have time.

Man: I ski too. Where is the best place to ski?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Sugar bowl is a good place when there is enough
snow.
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: What months does it get snow?

1) What happens if it is very cold?

Woman: If it is a good winter, it gets lots of snow from


2) What do you do when it rains?

December to March.
3) Who do you talk to when you are sad?

4) What happens if the traffic is bad?

Conversation 3 5) What do you do if you are sleepy?

Man: What days do you teach?


[ 4 ] The buses
are late.

Woman: I teach every day, but I also teach Sunday if my boss [ 1 ] People use their heaters.

asks me.
[ 2 ] I take an umbrella with me.

[ 5 ] I often take a short nap.

Man: Really? Who do you teach then?


[ 3 ] I call my friend.
Woman: I teach private groups. Usually business people.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Man: Do you teach small classes?

Woman: No, we only have class if we have at least twenty


students.

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Woman: How do you like working at the restaurant?

Man: I like it, but it is hard when it gets busy.


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2. Check your answers.


Woman: Do you get tips? 3. Access more free lessons.
Man: Not always, but I often get them if I have a really big
order.

Woman: Sounds like a good job.

Man: It is as long as it’s not too busy.

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Quiz

1) Where will they play if it rains?


a) In the gym

b) In the park

2) What will the woman do if it rains?


a) Call the man

b) Take a taxi

3) Will the man go to the gym?


Lesson B1-10 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) Yes, if he has the energy.

b) Yes, if he has the time.

First Conditional 4) Who will likely stay home over the holidays?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Go skiing

b) Write his book

Conversation 1

Man: Are we still playing football on Tuesday?

Woman: Yes, I think so. Why do you ask?

Grammar Challenge
Man: Well, the weather forecast says it will rain.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: Well, if it rains, we will play in the gym. I'll send an
email to everyone explaining this.
Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Man: Do you think we will have enough players?

don’t raining spinning if there


Woman: Yes, I think so. We need 8 players to play. If we don’t
weather you can something writing
get enough players, we will cancel though.

Man: Do you think we will get enough players to play?


if it rains have unless novel if
Woman: I think so, but if we don’t, I'll let everyone know.
enough need to energy if you

Conversation 2

Man: I'm having a party on Saturday. Would you like to come?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: I would love to if I have time. I might be busy though.

Man: Well, the party will go until midnight, so please come if Match the answers with the questions.
you have time.
1) What will you do if it rains?

Woman: Thanks. Should I bring anything?


2) What will you do if it is sunny?

Man: No, I think I have everything covered, but you can bring 3) What will you do if it snows?

4) What will you do if you get sick?

extra drinks if you like.


5) What will you do if you get hungry?
Woman: OK, can I park at your house?

Man: Parking might be a problem, so if you can, I would take


[ 3 ] I will go skiing.

the subway.
[ 5 ] I will make something to eat.

Woman: OK, I will do that.


[ 1 ] I will stay inside.

[ 2 ] I will play golf.

Man: If it's raining though, just call and I'll pick you up from the [ 4 ] I will go to the doctor's.
station.

Woman: Thanks, no need though. If I need to, I will grab a taxi.


What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Man: Great. I hope you can make it.

Woman: I’ll try my best. If I can’t, I’ll let you know.

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2. Check your answers.


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Man: I think I will go to the gym if I have enough energy.

Woman: What do you do at the gym?

Man: I take a spinning class.

Woman: Oh, that sounds fun.

Man: It is, but it starts at 7, so unless I finish my work on time, I


can’t go.

Woman: Well, you better get busy then.

Man: Yes, I know.

Conversation 4

Man: What are your plans for the winter holiday?

Woman: I want to go skiing if there's enough snow.

Man: Oh, that sounds fun. Who will you go with?

Woman: I'll go with my parents, and a few friends if they can


make it. What about you?

Man: I will likely stay home. I might work on my novel if I feel


like it.

Woman: Oh, I didn’t know you were writing a book.

Man: Yeah, this is my third one. I try to keep it secret.

Woman: Really? I had no idea. What books have you written?

Man: Well, I’ll tell you, but only if you promise to keep it a
secret.

Woman: I promise. So what is the book?

Man: Well …

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Quiz

1) She says the soups is _____ .


a) great

b) not that great

2) She cannot go because _____ .


a) she has class

b) her son cannot go

3) He will go to the forest because _____ .


Lesson B1-11 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) leaves are changing

b) he is going camping

Coordinating Conjunctions - FANBOYS 4) She does not go out because _____ .


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) she does not like crowds

b) she has no money

Conversation 1

Man: I like this soup, it’s so yum, yet healthy.

Woman: It is good, but it is high in sodium.

Grammar Challenge
Man: Yeah, but it has lots of veggies.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: True, but it not cheap, nor easy to make.

Man: OK, you don’t like it.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: I do. I'm just being honest.

like or for and


Conversation 2 but but but but
yet summer so so
Man: Where will you go for summer?

nor yet and nor


Woman: I am not sure yet.

Man: I will go to the beach, or the lake.

Woman: I would go, but my son has school.

Man: Ah, he has school in summer?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Yeah, he has to go to school this summer, or he will
not graduate.
Match the answers with the questions.

1) Where will you go this weekend?

Conversation 3 2) What will you eat for dinner?

3) What sports do you play?

Man: What will you do tomorrow?


4) What languages can you speak?

Woman: I have to work, but I finish early.


5) Can you play any musical instruments?
Man: I don’t work, so I will go somewhere.

Woman: Where will you go?


[ 1 ] I have to study, so I will stay home.

[ 5 ] No, I cannot, nor can I sing.

Man: I think to the forest, for the leaves are changing colors
[ 3 ] I like soccer, but I cannot play it well.

now.
[ 2 ] I am on a diet, so I will eat salad.

Woman: Well, have a good time and take lots of pictures.


[ 4 ] I can speak Spanish, but I cannot write it well.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Conversation 4

Man: Do you go out much?

Woman: No, I don’t drink, and I don’t like crowds.


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Man: Yeah, me too, but I hate staying home.

Woman: So what do you do? Watch movies?


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Quiz

1) When does the woman eat dinner?


a) Before she gets home

b) As soon as she gets home

2) When should he click the link?


a) After he gets the email

b) Before he gets the email

3) When did it start to rain?


Lesson B1-12 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) After they left

b) As soon as they got there

Subordinating Conjuctions - Time 4) Who wants to retire first?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) The man

b) The woman
Conversation 1

Man: What do you usually do after you finish work?

Woman: I usually go to the gym, and then after I work out, I go Grammar Challenge
shopping.

Man: You must get home pretty late. When do you eat dinner?
Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: I usually eat as soon as I get home, which is about 9.

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Man: Wow, I could never eat dinner that late.

soon as this as soon as before they


Woman: When do you usually eat dinner?

Man: I usually eat about 6, right after I get home.


by the time before when do after
Woman: Do you usually cook?
after as soon right before when I'm
Man: No, my wife works from home, so she usually has dinner right After by the time while
ready by the time I get back.

Woman: Sounds like a nice set-up.

Conversation 2 Speaking Challenge


Man: So, how do you register for this app on the website?
Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: Well, first you put in your email address.

1) What do you usually do after you finish work?

Man: OK, that seems pretty easy.


2) What do you do as soon as you get up?

Woman: But before you can do anything else, you need to 3) When do you want to retire?

4) What do you do when you are on a plane?

check your email.


5) Do you eat as soon as you get home?
Man: OK. Then what do I do?

Woman: After you get the email, you need to click the link
[ 4 ] I try to go to sleep as soon as I can.

which goes back to the website.


[ 3 ] I want to retire by the time I am 65.

Man: OK, do I need to do this as soon as I sign up?


[ 1 ] I usually go to the gym after work.

Woman: No, I think you can wait as long as you like, but I'm not [ 5 ] No, I usually eat much later at night.

[ 2 ] I take a shower and I get dressed.


sure.

Man: OK, well, regardless, I will click it as soon as I get it. What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

What's next then?

Woman: Then you go back to the site and after you create a
password, you have an account. Then you can use the app.
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Man: Sounds pretty easy. I think I can do that.

Woman: It’s very easy. I'm sure you will have no problems.
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Man: Thanks.

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Man: So, how was your day at the beach?

Woman: Awful. It started to rain as soon as we got there.

Man: Oh no. Did it rain all day?

Woman: No, but by the time it stopped, we were ready to


come back home.

Man: Oh, that's too bad.

Woman: We did get to swim a little though, right before we left.

Man: Well, at least you had some fun.

Woman: Yeah, hopefully we will have nicer weather when we


go next time.

Conversation 4

Man: When do you want to retire?


Woman: I want to retire when I'm about 50.

Man: Wow, that's pretty early. Why so young?

Woman: I want to travel the world while I'm still relatively


young. What about you?

Man: I doubt I'll retire before I'm 70. I love working.

Woman: Oh yeah? What do you want to do after you retire?

Man: Well, assuming I have grandkids, I want to spend as much


time with them before they grow up.

Woman: That’s nice. Well, here’s to our future.


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Quiz

1) She left early because _____ .


a) she was sick

b) her work was done

2) She does not like _____ .


a) rain

b) spring

3) It closes early because it is _____ .


Lesson B1-13 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) a holiday

b) Sunday

Subordinating Conjuctions - Reason 4) She asks him to _____ .


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) be careful with the iPad

b) join in the video

Conversation 1

Man: Why did you go home early yesterday?

Woman: I left early because I was sick.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Well, since you were not here, I can’t pay you.

Woman: I understand, although I did work from home.


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: Oh, you did?

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Yes, I can show you my work.

although although closes even though


Conversation 2 yesterday but since you cooking
because and because it’s Since
Man: I love the spring because the weather’s so cool.

since you because since filming


Woman: I do too, but I don’t like rainy weather, and it always
rains a lot.

Man: Yeah, and I sometimes get allergies.

Woman: Me too, although it hasn’t been bad this year.


Speaking Challenge
Man: Yeah, not so much. I think it's because of El Nino.

Woman: Maybe, although who knows?


Match the answers with the questions.

Conversation 3 1) Is there something you do even though it’s unhealthy?

2) Why isn’t Sally at work today?

3) Is it alright for me to use a pencil in the exam?

Man: Let’s go to the store because it closes soon.


4) What time should we leave for the airport?

Woman: When does it close?


5) Do you have any hobbies?
Man: It closes at ten because it’s Sunday.

Woman: Let’s go then since it’s already 5:30.


( 2 ) Sally isn’t here because she’s on holiday.

Man: Sounds good. Should I drive?


( 5 ) I like painting, although I’m very bad at it.

( 3 ) You can use a pencil although a pen is better.

Woman: No, I will since you drive slow.


( 1 ) I smoke cigarettes even though it’s unhealthy.

( 4 ) We should leave soon since there’s a lot of traffic.


Conversation 4
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Man: Can I use your iPad?

Woman: Yeah, sure. It’s over there.

Man: Can I use it to record a short video?


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Woman: Sure, what are you filming?

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Woman: Fun! Since you’re doing that, can I be in it too?


2. Check your answers.
Man: Sure, as you wish.
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Quiz

1) She is going unless she gets stuck _____ .


a) in traffic

b) at work

2) She might fail unless she _____ .


a) comes to every class

b) does better on assignments

3) He can use the room as long as _____ .


Lesson B1-14 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) he books it

b) it is not booked

Subordinating Conjuctions - Conditionals


4) If it rains, they _____ .
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) will still play

b) will definitely not play

Conversation 1

Man: Are you coming to the party?

Woman: Yes, I'm going unless I get stuck at work.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Really? You might have to work?

Woman: Maybe, but I'll call you if I can't make it.


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: Well, I really hope you can make it.

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Me too! As long as we don't get too busy, I should
unless as long as If it's as long as
make it though.

As long as unless if it is If it is
Conversation 2 really assignments If it isn't if we cancel

Woman: Yes, Mr Smith, you want to see me.


if I can't if I get until it If the rain
Man: Yes, we need to talk about your grades. I'm worried that
you won't pass the class unless you start doing better on your
assignments.
Speaking Challenge
Woman: Well, if I get an A on the test, can I pass the class?

Man: Yes, I think so, as long as you do all of your homework Match the answers with the questions.
assignments.

1) What would you do if you lost your wallet?

Woman: OK. I'll make sure I do better, and I'll study hard for the 2) What will happen if you do not pay the class fees?

next exam
3) Is it okay if I listen to music in the library?

Man: I hope so, because if you don't, you'll have to take the 4) Are we going for a run tomorrow?

5) Shall we go to the pub this evening?


class again.

Conversation 3 ( 3 ) You can, as long as you use headphones.

( 1 ) If I lost my wallet, I’d report it to the police.

( 5 ) Unless I have to work late, we can go to the pub.

Man: Can I use the conference room tomorrow?

( 4 ) Yes, we can go running as long as it doesn’t rain.

Woman: Sure, as long as it is not booked.


( 2 ) You cannot join class unless you pay the fees.
Man: What should I do if it is?

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Woman: If it's booked you could use the lecture hall.

Man: Oh, that's too big, I think.

Woman: Well, the conference room might be free. I'll check and
let you know if it is. If it isn't, what should I do?

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Man: If it's booked then I will wait until it is free. The lecture hall
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Woman: OK, I'll get back to you soon.


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Man: Great. Thanks.


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Conversation 4

Man: Are we still playing soccer tomorrow?

Woman: Yes, I hope so. We'll play as long as the weather is


nice.

Man: Will we play if it rains?

Woman: If the rain is not too heavy, we will play.

Man: OK, and if it is?

Woman: If it is, I'll check with the others and let you know if we
cancel the game.

Man: Sounds good. Thanks.


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Quiz

1) What would the woman love to change?


a) The pay

b) The schedule

2) Why does the woman want to study computers?


a) The pay is great.

b) It is practical.

3) Who would make education free?


Lesson B1-15 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) The man

b) The woman

Second Conditional 4) Who would not buy a new house?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) The man

b) The woman

Conversation 1

Man: So, if you were the boss, what would you change about
the company?
Grammar Challenge
Woman: Well, first, I would let people work from home.

Man: I would like that. What else would you change?


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Woman: I would also let employers set their own schedule.

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Man: I would love that. What hours would you work?

I would let if I could I wouldn’t do if you


Woman: It would change day by day. If the weather was nice, I
would work at night.
if I were I could write If you were each his
Man: And if the weather was bad?
if you were If you could If you could If you won
Woman: Then I would work during the day. What about you?
I would also Would you if we were if I didn’t
Man: I’m not sure. Maybe I would do the same.

Woman: See? Things would be better around here if I were the


boss!

Speaking Challenge
Conversation 2
Match the answers with the questions.
Man: If you could go back to school, what would you study?

1) What would you do if you were an astronaut?

Woman: I think I would study something practical, like computer 2) If you could go anywhere, where would you go?

engineering.
3) What superpower would you choose, if you could?

4) How would you feel if you won a million dollars?

Man: What would you do with a degree like that?


5) What would you do if you had more time?
Woman: I would develop apps to help people stay fit, I think,
because I love exercise. What about you?

( 4 ) I would be overjoyed if I won a million dollars.

Man: Well, if I could study anything, I would study something I ( 1 ) I would go to Mars if I were an astronaut.

love, like art history.


( 5 ) If I had more time, I would learn a new language.

Woman: Oh, that sounds interesting. Would you want to be a ( 2 ) I would go to the Bahamas.

( 3 ) If I could choose a superpower, I would be invisible.


teacher?

Man: No, but perhaps I could write books or be a tour guide at What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

a museum.

Woman: I like your idea. That sounds nice.

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Man: If you were in charge of the country, what would you do?

Woman: Well, first, I would make health care free for everyone.
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Man: I agree, I would do the same. What about education?


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Woman: No, I wouldn’t make education free, but I would make
it more affordable.

Man: I like that idea. I might make it free though.

Woman: What about you? If you could do one thing, what


would you do?

Man: If I were president, I would change the tax system so it is


fair for everyone.

Woman: Me too. I think the world would be a better place if we


were in charge.

Man: I think so too!

Conversation 4

Man: If you won the lottery, what would you buy?

Woman: I think I would buy a house. I would like to live in the


mountains.

Man: What else would you do?

Woman: I would probably buy a new car.

Man: That would be nice.

Woman: What about you? What would you do if you won the
lottery?

Man: Well, I would quit my job and travel the world.

Woman: Would you buy a new house or car?

Man: No, I would live cheaply, so I would never have to work


again.

Woman: I think I would still work. I would get bored if I didn’t


have a job.

Man: To each his own I guess.

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Quiz

1) Who owns the cafe?


a) Tim

b) Larry

2) What kind of company is it?


a) tech company

b) beverage company

3) Why did they postpone the meeting?


Lesson B1-16 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) For equipment reasons

b) The boss was busy

Adjective Clause 4) That is nice about her town?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) The park

b) The parking

Conversation 1
5) What happens when David is not there?
Man: Who is this party for?

a) It is boring.

Woman: Tim. He's the guy who I was telling you about.
b) They are busy.

Man: Refresh my memory. Is he the guy who opened the new


6) They will go to a restaurant that ______ .
cafe?

Woman: No, that's Larry. He's the guy who just moved into the a) shows the game

house down the street.


b) does not show the game

Man: Oh, the house that has that huge garage.

Woman: Yes, that's the house, and that's the guy.

Grammar Challenge
Conversation 2
Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: So, where do you work?

Woman: I work for a tech company that makes business Con


#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
software.

that has tools why where


Man: Really? What kind of software do you make?

guy who manage place unwind


Woman: We build tools that help companies manage their
money.
moved makes when when
Man: Really? My company, which deals with that sort of thing, who I was which where park
might be interested.

Woman: Great. Let me give you my card.

Conversation 3
Speaking Challenge

Man: Do you know why the meeting was postponed?


Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: Yes, we need a room where we could use a projector.
1) Where did you park your car?

Man: What about the place where we had the party?


2) What kind of music do you like?

Woman: What party?


3) Where can I find the milk?

4) Do you know who the speaker is?

Man: You know, the party when Kevin got promoted.


5) Who is Neil Armstrong?
Woman: Oh, yeah. That will work.

( 2 ) I enjoy music which is fast and upbeat.

Conversation 4 ( 3 ) The milk is in the section that is next to the fruit.

( 5 ) He’s the first man who walked on the moon.

Man: So, what part of town do you live in?


( 4 ) Oh, it's the guy who used to teach in our college.

Woman: I live on the far west side of town.


( 1 ) I parked near the gate that is closest to the entrance.
Man: Oh, is it nice over there?
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Woman: It's OK. It has a few places where you can unwind.

Man: Oh, really? For example?

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Man: I think I know about that place. It's a popular place when
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Woman: Yes, that's the place.

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Man: Why is David not here today?

Woman: Good question. I don't know why he's not here.

Man: Well, it's a bad sign when he's gone.

Woman: Why do you say that?

Man: Because those are the days when we get really busy.

Woman: Geez, I hope not!

Conversation 6

Woman: Where should we go for dinner tonight?

Man: Let's go somewhere where we can watch the game.

Woman: Watch the game? I hate having dinner when there's a


game on.

Man: Really? Why?

Woman: Because you watch the game and we don't talk much.

Man: Fair enough. Well, we'll go someplace where I won't be


distracted. I'll check the score when I get home.

Woman: Thanks. I appreciate that.

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Quiz

1) What is the woman hoping for?


a) More features

b) A demo version

2) What does the man need?


a) More time

b) More funds

3) What did the man like?


Lesson B1-17 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) What she wore

b) How she spoke

Noun Clause 4) The teacher says he got a low grade because of


____ .
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) what he wrote about

Conversation 1 - What b) when it turned it in

Woman: So, how is the new software development project 5) What is the father unhappy about?
going?
a) Who she is with
Man: Good, from what I've been seeing, we should be finished b) How she is dressed

within this month.

6) Who has a desk with two monitors?


Woman: OK, what I really need, at this point, is a basic version
to show clients by next week. By any chance, is that possible?
a) Joan

b) They are not sure

Man: Well, I will see what I can do, but no promises.

Woman: Really? You think you can do it?

Man: It won't be perfect, but I can get you a basic version of the
software for promotional purposes.
Grammar Challenge
Woman: Great! That's what I was hoping for.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Conversation 2 - Where
Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: How is the film going?
what I really is where how it will what it's
Man: Good, but we need more money to film a few scenes.
what I can where I'm how you why I got
Woman: Well, from where I'm standing, we can't give you any
what I was Where we loved how is why
more money. You are already over-budget.

what I've where you're how we can why I love


Man: Yes, but we need to film in a new location. Where we are
filming now just doesn't cut it.

Woman: I don't like where you're going with this. This is


costing too much money.
Speaking Challenge
Man: Look, I understand, but this next scene is where the
movie really comes together. We really need it.
Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: OK. I'll see what I can do, but this is the last time.
1) Do you know why the class was cancelled?

Don't ask for more.


2) Can you show me where the science building is?

Man: Thank you. I really appreciate this.


3) Who left the lights on in this room?

4) What do you like about your best friend?

5) What do you usually do for lunch?


Conversation 3 - How

Woman: And this is how we can turn sales into profits. And ( 4 ) I like how she is always great fun to talk to.

that is my presentation. Thank you for coming.


( 1 ) The class was cancelled because the teacher is sick.

( 5 ) I usually eat what they have in the cafeteria.

Man: That was a great presentation. I loved how you explain ( 2 ) Sure, it’s around the corner from the library.

the data.
( 3 ) Sorry, it was me! I forgot to turn them off.
Woman: Oh, thank you! You never know how it will come
What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

across to the audience.

Man: Well, you deserve a lot of credit. Your style is very


engaging, especially how you talk, and how you use humor to
make a point.

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coffee?

Woman: I'd love to. I think there is a cafe downstairs.

Conversation 4 - Why

Woman:

Man: Ms. Wilson, can you explain to me why I got a low score
on my paper?

Woman: Well, the main reason is that you did not follow the
topic. Did you read the instructions?

Man: Yes, but I didn't like it, so I wrote about why I love football
so much.

Woman: Well, that is why you got a low grade. You have to
follow the rules.

Man: Yeah, but why can't I write about what I want to write
about?

Woman: Well, for one, it is not fair for other students.

Man: OK, I got it. I see your point.

Woman: For what it's worth, I did enjoy reading it.

Man: Thanks, but about my grade, can I rewrite the paper?

Woman: Yes, but you will need to get it to me by Friday.

Man: Thank you. I appreciate it.

Woman: Well, I look forward to your new paper. Why don't you
write about why animals rights are important.?

Man: I will. Thanks so much!

Woman: Why students don't follow the rules is beyond me!

Conversation 5 – Who

Woman:

Man: Who is our daughter talking to?

Woman: I am not sure who he is. She mentioned something


about a new friend from work.

Man: Well, I don't like who she hangs out with.

Woman: Who she hangs out with is none of your business. She
is 25, after all.

Man: Well, you know the old saying: it's not what you know but
who you know!

Woman: Well, she should have the right to see whoever she
likes.

Man: I know. I'm just being a dad.

Woman: And I'm just being a mom.

Conversation 6 - Whose

Man: Do you know whose desk this is?

Woman: I think that is Joan's desk.

Man: No, that's Joan's desk. The one that has two monitors is
Joan's desk.

Woman: Hmm! Well then, I don't know whose it is then.

Man: Well, somebody must know who sits here.

Woman: Right, someone. Just not us.

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Quiz

1) What does the man presume?


a) That he needs a date

b) That he needs a costume

2) How were sales last year?


a) Good

b) Bad

3) What does the man hope will happen?


Lesson B1-18 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) They discuss the budget.
b) They do not change the budget.

That Clause after Verbs


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. Grammar Challenge
Conversation 1
Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: So, I heard that you are having a party?

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3
Woman: Yeah, it will be next week.
Man: So, I assume that all are invited?
assume that hope they saw that
Woman: Yes, that would be correct. All are welcome.
that I I'm sure expressed
Man: Okay, great. And I presume that I should bring a date?
heard that year was hope he
Woman: No need. You can come alone.
would be think sales say about
Man:  What a relief!

Conversation 2
Speaking Challenge
Woman: How do you think sales will be this year?

Man: Good. I think they will be better than last year.


Match the answers with the questions.
Woman: I hope they are.

1) Is it true that you’re quitting soon?

Man: Yeah, last year was terrible.


2) Do you know if Becca and her husband are coming?

Woman: It was.
3) What did you say in the interview?

Man: Well, I'm sure we'll do better this year.


4) What did the doctor say?

5) How do you feel about moving to a new city?


Conversation 3
( 5 ) I think that it will be a good change of environment.

Man:I saw that you had a meeting with Jason.


( 3 ) I said that I would be able to start working next week.

( 1 ) Yes, I got a new job in another city.

Woman: Yes, he wanted to discuss the budget.

( 4 ) The doctor said that they were having a baby girl.

Man: Yeah? What did he say about it?


( 2 ) I heard that they’re coming, but they’ll be late.
Woman: He expressed that we are spending too much.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Man: Oh, I know. Well, I hope he does not cut the budget.

Woman: I doubt he'll do that.

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Quiz

1) Who has called Bob?


a) No one has.

b) Katie has.

2) Has the woman finished the report?


a) Yes, she has.

b) No, not yet.

3) How long has the woman known Joe?


Lesson B1-19 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) She just met him.

b) Since high school

Present Perfect - Time 4) What does she say about the sweater?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) She has not worn it much.

b) She hasn't had it long.

Conversation 1

Man: Has Bob arrived yet?

Woman: No, he hasn’t gotten here yet.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Has anyone tried to call him?

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: I don’t think anyone has.

Man: Hmm, maybe he's overslept.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Or maybe he’s forgotten there’s a meeting.

arrived had time haven’t had


Conversation 2 overslept sent seen been
hasn’t finished known haven’t
Man: Have you sent the report?

tried Almost been worn


Woman: No, I haven’t.

Man: Why haven’t you finished?

Woman: I haven’t had time to check the spelling.

Man: Have you finished writing it?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Yes, I have. Almost done!

Match the answers with the questions.


Conversation 3
1) Have you had lunch yet?

2) Have you filed your taxes yet?


Man: How long have you known Joe?
3) How long have you been working here?

Woman: I’ve known him since high school.


4) Have you been to the park in your neighborhood?

Man: Wow! That’s a long time.


5) How long have you known your husband?
Woman: Yeah, we have been best friends for a while.

Man: Have you seen him recently?


( 2 ) Yes, I’ve already filed them.

Woman: No, I haven’t seen him for some time.


( 4 ) Not yet, I’ve heard that it’s a beautiful park though!

( 3 ) I’ve been working here since 2018.

( 1 ) Not yet, I’ll eat in about 10 minutes.

Conversation 4 ( 5 ) We’ve known each other since college.

Man: Nice sweater. I haven’t seen it before.


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answers to the questions.

Woman: Oh, this old thing? I’ve had it forever.

Man: How come you haven’t worn it very much?

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Quiz

1) Why did the woman not go to the party?


a) She was busy.

b) She did not know about it.

2) What was the woman unhappy about?


a) How she spoke

b) How she dressed

3) What does the woman say about the movie?


Lesson B1-20 | Low Intermediate |
CEFR B1 a) It was boring.

b) It was scary.

Past Conditional 4) What did she dislike about her hotel?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) The price

b) The location

Conversation 1

Man: Why didn't you come to the party?

Woman: I didn't know about it.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Oh, no! I should have told you about it.

Woman: Yeah, I would've come, if I had known about it.


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: That's too bad. I think you would have enjoyed it.

Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: I think I would have too!

enjoyed expressed wish should


Conversation 2 come spoken had seen have
have could couldn't stayed
Man: So how was your job interview?
should wish hadn't could've
Woman: Good, but I should have spoken up more.

Man: Oh, I'm sure you did fine.

Woman: Yeah, I just wish I had expressed myself better.

Man: I think you are being too hard on yourself.


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Maybe, but I still think I could have done better.

Match the answers with the questions. Answers may vary.


Conversation 3
1) What do you wish you had done differently in college?

Man: How was the movie?


2) What is a big regret in life?

3) What is a movie you wish you had not seen?

Woman: Actually, I wish I hadn't seen it.


4) What would you change about your appearance?

Man: Why? Was it bad?


5) What would you change about your town?
Woman: No! It was a great movie.

Man: Well, then, why do you wish you hadn't seen it?
[ 4 ] My height. I wish I was taller.

Woman: Because it was so scary. I couldn't sleep last night.


[ 5 ] The streets. I wish there were wider.

[ 1 ] I wish I had studied computers.

Man: Oh, really? I love horror movies. Now I wish I had seen it.
[ 2 ] I should have saved more money earlier.

Woman: Well, it is playing for another week, so you have time.


[ 3 ] Titantic. I was too long.

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answers to the questions.

Conversation 4

Man: How was your vacation?

Woman: Good, but I wish I had stayed at a different hotel.


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Man: Why do you say that?

Woman: Well, it was next to a lively street and it was so noisy.


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Man: Oh no!

1. Watch the animation video.

Woman: As a result, I never had a good night sleep.


2. Check your answers.
Man: Maybe you should have read some reviews first.
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Woman:Yeah, I should have.

Man: Well, should've, would've, could've!

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Quiz

1) What is said about the restroom?


a) It should be open.

b) It should be locked.

2) What is said about the bus?


a) It should arrive soon.

b) It should be full.

3) What should not be a problem?


Lesson B1-00 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1 a) Getting a discount

b) Paying by credit card

Should - Assumptions 4) What should reduce his pain?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Aspirin

b) Ice

Conversation 1

Man: Excuse me, where is the restroom?

Woman: It is down the hall. Just turn right and you should see
Grammar Challenge
it.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Man: Thanks.

Woman: It should be open, but if it is locked just tell me.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Man: OK. Thank you!

should be should be shouldn’t aspirin


Conversation 2 should see shouldn’t be it shouldn’t killing
restroom arrive any recommend should feel
Man: When is the last shuttle bus?

locked shuttle would should


Woman: Actually, it should be here right about now.

Man: Really? I don’t see it.

Woman: It should arrive any minute.

Man: OK, thanks. Will it be full?


Speaking Challenge
Woman: It shouldn’t be crowded this time of day.

Match the answers with the questions.


Conversation 3
1) When do our exam results come out?

2) Do I need to inform the reception to clean my room?

Man: Can you recommend a hotel?


3) What time does the conference begin?

Woman: Sure, I would stay at the Regent.


4) Do you know if the gym is open?

Man: Do I need to make a reservation?


5) Shouldn’t you be resting?
Woman: You shouldn’t need to. It's not peak season.

Man: Can I pay by credit card?


( 4 ) The gym should be open by now. They open at 5 a.m.

Woman: Yeah, it shouldn’t be a problem. ( 1 ) The results should be announced today.

( 5 ) I should be, but I have a lot of work to do.

( 2 ) You shouldn’t need to, they clean the rooms everyday.

Conversation 4 ( 3 ) It should be starting in 10 minutes.

Man: My head is killing me!


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answers to the questions.

Woman: Oh, lay down. That should help.

Man: I can’t. I have to work.

Woman: Take some aspirin then?


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Man: You think it'll help?

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2. Check your answers.


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Quiz

1) Who is coming to the party?


a) Joe and his wife

b) Bob and his wife

2) What does he recommend she use?


a) Wordpress

b) Blogger

3) Who has more experience?


Lesson B1-22 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1 a) Jack

b) Sally

Correlative Conjunctions 4) What are Jill and Sue going to do?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) leave the company

b) work at their company

Conversation 1

Man: Is Bob coming to the party?

Woman: Yes, both he and his wife are coming.


Grammar Challenge
Man: What about Joe and his wife?

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: Neither Joe nor his wife can make it.

Man: Oh, that’s too bad.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Yeah, it is rare when all of us are together.
both he or or Jim or go
Conversation 2 Neither whether Both both Jill
nor his site or whether neither
Woman: What can I use to make a website?

and his either and Jim either


Man: I would use either Blogger or Wordpress.

Woman: Which one is better?

Man: It depends whether you are making a simple site or a


complex site.
Speaking Challenge
Woman: I'm making a simple site.

Man: Then I would use Blogger.


Match the answers with the questions.

Conversation 3 1) Are you and your parents attending the wedding?

2) Would you like a smoking room?

3) What color shirt should I get?

Man: Do you know whether Jack or Sally will give the next 4) Where can I buy some meat?

presentation?
5) Do you know whether salad or soup is healthier?
Woman: It will be Sally I think.

Man: Why not Jack, or Jim for that matter?


( 3 ) You should get either the white or the blue shirt.

Woman: Both Jack and Jim are not as experienced as Sally.


( 1 ) Both my parents and I will be attending.

( 5 ) I think soup is not as healthy as salad.

Man: True, they are both newbies.


( 4 ) It depends on whether you want fresh or frozen meat.

Woman: Yeah, they will be ready to do it soon though.


( 2 ) No, thank you. Neither my husband nor I smoke.

What about you? Share your


answers to the questions.

Conversation 4

Man: I hear both Jill and Sue will quit soon.

Woman: What will they do?


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Man: I'm not sure. I think they will either get a new job or go
back to school.
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Woman: I'm really going to miss Jill.

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Man: Yeah, neither the office nor the company outings will be 2. Check your answers.
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Woman: So true!

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Quiz

1) What does she say about the apartment?


a) It gets noisy.

b) It is by the airport.

2) What can the watch do?


a) Play music and videos.

b) Keep track of his health.

3) What does the woman say about her job?


Lesson B1-00 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1 a) She likes it.

b) It gives her stress.

Non-Defining Relative Clauses 4) What do they say about the staff and equipment?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) Both are new.

b) They need more of both.

Conversation 1

Man: How is your new apartment?

Woman: Good, but it’s very noisy, so I can’t get a good night’s Grammar Challenge
sleep, which is exhausting.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Man: That’s terrible. That would stress me out. Where is it
exactly?
Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: It is near the station, which gets pretty noisy at night.

which brings which are which I hate which means


Man: What about on the weekends?

deal with but it is but our which we


Woman: It is not much quieter then. There is a night market,
which brings in lots of tourists.
which gets so trendy management which I
Man: I know how you feel. My old workplace, which was near which was which I am which means which has
an airport, was always noisy.

Woman: Yeah, there is not much I can do about it now. I just


have to deal with it.
Speaking Challenge
Man: Well, hopefully things will turn for the better in the long
run.

Match the answers with the questions.


Woman: Thanks, I hope so.
1) How often do you exercise?

Conversation 2 2) What did you do last weekend?

3) How are your studies going?

4) Did you bake this cake yourself?

Man: What are you looking at?


5) What did you buy at the mall?
Woman: This is my new smart watch, which I am totally
addicted to.

( 5 ) I bought a new bag, which has lots of pockets.

Man: It looks high-tech. What does it do?


( 4 ) My friend, who I met last summer, helped me bake it.

Woman: It tracks my bio-metrics, which are immediately ( 3 ) Really well! I like all my subjects, which is great.

( 2 ) I visited my sister, who just graduated from college.

analyzed on the app and then displayed on the screen.


( 1 ) Twice a week, which is not as often as I’d like.
Man: Oh, really? That sounds cool. How are you doing?

Woman: Not bad. It turns out I am pretty healthy, but it is still What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

hard to interpret all the data.

Man: Those watches are so trendy these days. I want a gadget


like that.
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Woman: You should get one. They’re lots of fun.

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Conversation 3
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2. Check your answers.


Man: So, how are things in your department?

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Woman: Not good. I have a new role, which I hate.

Man: Oh, what is your new role?

Woman: I am now in charge of assemble line efficiency, which


means I must make sure everything is working as efficiently as
possible.

Man: That sounds like a role for management.

Woman: It was, but our superior quit unexpectedly, so they


gave the job to me.

Man: It sounds like a lot of pressure.

Woman: It is. I am totally stressed right now.

Conversation 4

Woman: So, how are things going down at the factory?

Man: Well, the new machines, which I told you about last week,
are working really well.

Woman: What about the time frame? Can we meet our


production deadline?

Man: Well, the new staff, which we just hired last week, should
be able to increase production.

Woman: Well, our recent commercial, which has done really


well, could mean a strong demand for the product.

Man: So basically, we need to increase production fast.

Woman: Yes, you do, which means you will be working a lot of
overtime, but I need you to come through on this.

Man: Well, we have a track record, which you know is pretty


good, so I am confident we can do this.

Woman: That’s good to hear. I know I can count on you.

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Quiz

1) What does one man want to know?


a) Who did something

b) How to do something

2) Where are they going?


a) To party

b) To a factory

3) What food will they serve at the party?


Lesson B1-24 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1 a) Grilled fish

b) Vegetables

Indirect Questions 4) Who started this?


Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps. a) They did

b) Someone they know

Conversation 1

Man: Do you know what you're doing?

Woman: Yes, I know what I'm doing.

Grammar Challenge
Man: Great. Then show me how to do this.

Use the words below to complete each conversation.


Woman: You don’t know how to do this?

Man: No, I don’t know how to do this.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
Woman: Cool! I’ll show you how.

show you sure when know what know what


Conversation 2 what I'm factory know why know why
know how know when What are know who
Man: Do you know when we start?

what you're know where who is what I'm


Woman: I’m not sure when we begin.

Man: I think we begin at three.

Woman: Do you know where we're going after this meeting?

Man: I think we're going to the factory.


Speaking Challenge
Woman: Got it!

Match the answers with the questions.


Conversation 3
1) Do you know if this seat is taken?

2) Do you have a pen I can borrow?

Man: What are you doing?


3) Can you tell me where the restrooms are?

Woman: I’m trying to see who is coming to the party.


4) Do you know what time the meeting ends?

Man: Cool! Do you know what food they are serving?


5) Can you show me how to use this machine?
Woman: I think it's vegetarian?

Man: Oh, no! I don’t know why they do that.


( 4 ) The meeting should end at 5 p.m.

Woman: To be healthy, I guess.


( 1 ) Yeah, someone was sitting there earlier.

( 3 ) The restrooms are down the hall and to the right.

( 2 ) Sorry, I don’t. I have a pencil if you want?

Conversation 4 ( 5 ) Sure, it’s very simple to use.

Man: Do you see what I'm seeing?


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answers to the questions.

Woman: Yeah, I do but I don’t know what to make of it.

Man: Well, you know who started this?

Woman: I know who, Barry!


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Man: You know why?

Woman: Oh, yeah, I remember why!


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Quiz

1) What does the man need to do?


a) Back up the data

b) Look up the password

2) If the man spruces up the report, what do that mean?

a) He will improve it.

b) He will delete it.

3) The man is going to ___ buying a new house.


Lesson B1-25 | True Beginner |
CEFR B1
a) put off

b) give up

Phrasal Verbs
4) What will the woman pick up?
Use the words in the Grammar Challenge to complete the gaps.
a) Flight details

Conversation 1 b) Someone at the airport

Man: Did you back up the data?

Woman: Yes, I just backed it up on our remote server.


Grammar Challenge
Man: Do you have the password for that server?

Woman: No, I don’t. I’ll have to look it up.


Use the words below to complete each conversation.
Man: OK, when you do, can you send it to me?

Woman: Will do. I’ll shoot it over in just a second.


Con
#1 Con
#2 Con
#3 Con
#4
backed it up spruce it up enough wrote them
Conversation 2
shoot it over figure it out put it off bring it up
Woman: I looked over your report but I can’t figure it out.
look it up let me down me down flying in
Man: Oh, really? I can break it down for you.
back up make out you get pick him up
Woman: No, I need you to rewrite it, so everyone can
understand it.

Man: OK, I’ll rewrite it. What was confusing though?

Woman: I couldn’t make out how the numbers added up.

Speaking Challenge
Man: OK, I’ll look it over again and spruce it up a bit.

Match the answers with the questions.


Woman: Thanks. I’m sure you won’t let me down.
1) Can you note this down please?

Conversation 3 2) Where should we stay on our holiday?

3) Can you help me figure out this problem?

Woman: So, did you get the home loan?


4) Were you able to find out John’s address?

5) What are your plans for the evening?


Man: No, they turned me down.

Woman: What? Why?

( 4 ) Yeah, I’ll send the address over to you now.

Man: They said I didn’t earn enough money.

( 1 ) Hold on, let me get a pen.

Woman: Does that mean you can’t buy a new house?


( 2 ) I’m not sure yet, I’ll have to look it up.

Man: Yes. I’ll have to put it off for now, I guess.


( 3 ) Yeah, we can go over the problem in the evening.

( 5 ) I’m going to pick my friend up from the airport.


Conversation 4 What about you? Share your
answers to the questions.

Man: Hey, Joe is flying in tomorrow. Can you pick him up at


the airport?

Woman: Sure, what are his flight details?


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Man: I’m not sure. I wrote them down somewhere!

Woman: When you find it, can you email it to me?


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Woman: Got it. I won’t bring it up.

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