Give advice on learning
Unit 10
- I CAN give advice on learning English
- I CAN write a study tip email
Everyday English
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Omar Emma, I'm really worried about my English. I make a lot of mistakes when I speak.
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Emma Oh, I understand. Have you tried speaking with a partner every week?
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Omar Yes, but my partner speaks too fast. I don't understand him.
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Emma Why don't you listen to short podcasts first? Start with one-minute podcasts.
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Omar That's a good idea. What about grammar? I make lots of grammar mistakes.
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Emma You shouldn't worry about grammar too much. If I were you, I'd speak more and write less.
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Omar Thanks, Emma. Maybe I could also use an app to learn new words?
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Emma Sure! How about trying Quizlet? It really works for me.
Match each advice phrase with its function. Drag the right function onto each phrase.
- You should study every day.
- Why don't you try a podcast?
- Have you tried Quizlet?
- If I were you, I'd speak more.
- Maybe you could use an app.
- strong direct advice
- friendly suggestion
- advice in a question
- personal advice
- polite suggestion
- I find English really hard. I make so many mistakes.
- If I were you, I'd read English books for 20 minutes every day.
- That's a great idea. I'll try it. Thanks!
- What about you? Do you have any tips for me?
- Why don't you try reading short English stories every night?
Why don't you study with a friend?
If I were you, I'd watch more English videos.
Listening
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Layla Hey Adam! How's your English going these days?
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Adam Not great, actually. I study every day, but I still make a lot of mistakes.
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Layla Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. Have you tried watching English films with subtitles?
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Adam Yes, I have, but I don't understand people when they speak fast.
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Layla Hmm. You should try short podcasts first. Start with one minute, then two, then five.
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Adam That's a good idea. But I make so many grammar mistakes, Layla.
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Layla You shouldn't worry about grammar too much. If I were you, I'd speak more and write less.
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Adam I feel shy speaking English in front of the class.
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Layla Why don't you practise with me here every Saturday? We can meet in this café.
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Adam Really? That would be perfect. Thanks a lot, Layla!
- Adam's holiday plans for the summer
- Adam's problem with learning English
- Layla's new job at a language school
- Watching English films with subtitles
- Listening to short podcasts
- Speaking in front of the class
Pronunciation
6 cards- ship
- chip
should
I should study every day.
English
Reading
6 cards- Her school timetable and favourite subjects
- Her five best tips for learning English
- Her favourite English films and TV shows
False. Sara listens to a podcast **before bed**, not in the morning.
True. Sara meets her friend Adam once a week and they talk in English for 30 minutes.
False. Sara says to start with **short stories for children** because the language is simple.
Speaking
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Tom Sara, I'm really worried about my English exam next week.
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Sara Why don't you make a study plan? You should study a little every day.
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Tom That's a good idea. But I find grammar really hard.
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Sara If I were you, I'd watch short grammar videos on YouTube. They're really helpful.
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Tom Great idea. I'll try that. Thanks a lot, Sara!
If I were you, I'd watch short grammar videos on YouTube.
Why don't you make a study plan? You should study a little every day.
That's a good idea. I'll try that. Thanks a lot!
Writing
6 cardsTrue. The sentence is: *"You shouldn't worry about every new word."* The writer uses *shouldn't* for negative advice.
- Stop studying English for a week
- Try her advice for one week and write back
- Buy a new English dictionary
Now write your own short study tip email to a friend. Use should, shouldn't, and If I were you, I'd. Read your email aloud when you finish.