In this block the learner will consolidate the material from the previous Blocks and begin the transition from A2 to B1. The course content remains functional and focused entirely on improving learner independence in all areas. In this block the learner is introduced to the contrasting uses of the tenses covered so far such as Present Continuous for future plans with Going to for intentions. As with the other blocks on the course, there is frequent pronunciation practice and the learner has exposure to long and short sounds, correct regular past tense endings as well as general vocabulary and sentence level practice. The use of a variety of exercises encompasses different learner styles as well as guaranteeing thorough coverage of the topics covered. The block is comprised of a series of interactive exercises such as word-picture association, listening comprehension with short, realistic dialogues and student-led listening practice with the vocabulary items.
Unit 1
- Buying the perfect camper
- Vehicles
- The car doesn't work
- Means of transport - Masterclass
- Test exercises
Unit 2
- On holidays
- We're off
- Living under extreme conditions
- travel - Masterclass
- Test exercises
Unit 3
- Let's go to the Isle of Wight
- How long has she lived in London?
- International human rights
- Movement - Masterclass
- Test exercises
Unit 4
- Having a breakdown
- Fabrics
- Dry cleaner
- Chain stories / Have you ever - Masterclass
- Test exercises
Unit 5
- See you at home
- What is it made of?
- I don't remember the word in English
- Different places - Masterclass
- Test exercises
Unit 6
- She's left me!
- Going to England
- Entertainment industry - Additional vocabulary
- Test exercises
Unit 7
- Camping adventures 1 - Typical situation
- Camping adventures 2 - Typical situation
- Training for the marathon - Typical situation
- You know ambition counts - Dialogue
- Carpentry as a hobby - Reading
- Carpentry as a hobby - Dictation
- Test exercises
Unit 8
- Supermarket - Specific vocabulary
- Sections at the supermarket - Specific vocabulary
- How much does it cost? - Specific vocabulary
- What do we need from the supermarket? - Vocabulary practice
- Test exercises
Unit 9
- Clothes shopping - Typical situation
- Weather - Dialogue
- Outdoor atmosphere - Additional vocabulary
- Frozen fun - Reading comprehension
- Test exercises
Course revision