Preparing for a job interview in English Most people find it hard to cope with job interviews. Some even suffer and feel they are going through a nightmarish ordeal. There are, of course, plenty of reasons for this but, I think, one of the most […]
Amalia Gavina
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At the restaurant
At the restaurant Here are some exercises based on an episode from “I love Lucy”, a TV series from the USA, very well-known in the 50s. GENERAL COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS Watch the first part (up to 1:55) and answer the following questions: a) What´s the problem? […]
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Networking at a conference
1) Have you ever been invited to or participated in an international conference? If so, how was it? Did you enjoy it? Why/why not? 2) One of the scariest moments for students of English comes when the socializing with other people starts. Socializing in […]
Giving directions (practice exercise) Close your eyes and think about the route you take to work every day. Which streets do you take? Where do you turn? Which landmarks are there on your way? Jot down some notes and then try to describe your route […]
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At the hotel
1) How often do you stay at a hotel? Have you ever stayed at a hotel in an English-speaking country? 2) Complete the next conversation at a hotel in the USA. Receptionist: Good morning, welcome to the Continental Hotel.__________________? Guest: ________________, ___________________ is Tom Sanders. […]