2A
Vocabulary
Learning new skills
2A · Ex 1 Circle the number that represents your opinion on each statement.
1 = totally disagree · 2 = partially disagree · 3 = it depends · 4 = partially agree · 5 = totally agree
1
I don't like activities that are too easy. I like a bit of a challenge.
2
In most sports, being strong is not as important as good technique.
3
When you're keen on something, it makes it easier to learn it.
4
I need to go over what I learn in this class more often.
5
I would be interested in trying an online language exchange.
6
Experts always make the best teachers.
7
I would rather be highly skilled at one thing than be OK at lots of things.
8
If I'm not good at something, I don't enjoy it.
9
Anyone can improve their drawing with practice, even people who feel useless at it.
10
Training for anything is easier in a group.
11
I like to try out new recipes.
2A · Ex 2 Work in pairs and compare your answers in Exercise 1.
Talk about where and why your opinions differ. Try to use the bold vocabulary (challenge, technique, keen on, go over, experts, highly skilled, practice, training, try out) in your discussion.
* Speaking exercise — no automatic check.
2B
Vocabulary
Starting work
2B · Ex 1 Complete the "Beep" sentences.
Based on the classic Beep guessing game — fill in the missing word from the box.
Word bank:
offfireshiftformal
unionsafetysiteflexible
first-aidrepresentativecasualstrict
1
When you want to take time for a holiday, please fill out the online form.
2
You'll hear an alarm soon. Don't worry, it's just a practice drill.
3
I'm working the night . I start at 10 p.m.
4
We have to wear clothes when we meet with clients.
5
I'm thinking of becoming a member to support better working conditions.
6
One of our most important health and rules is to always wash your hands.
7
Visitors aren't allowed on the building .
8
We need someone who is and can stay late if necessary.
9
At the course, I learned how to deal with injuries like cuts and burns.
10
I'm going to ask our union for some advice about the situation.
11
You can wear jeans and a T-shirt if you want. It's really here.
12
I'm sorry, but you can't eat here. We have a policy on that.
2B · Ex 2 Match the word to its meaning.
Click a word on the left, then click its meaning on the right, to pair them. Click a paired item again to undo it.
2C
Vocabulary
Parents and children
2C · Ex 1 Match the sentence halves.
These are things a parent or child might say. Click a beginning on the left, then click its ending on the right, to pair them. Click a paired item again to undo it.
2C · Ex 2 Parent or child?
For each sentence in Exercise 1, discuss with a partner: is it more likely said by a parent or a child? There isn't always a single right answer — talk about your reasoning.
* Discussion exercise — no automatic check.