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Vocabulary & Speaking b)
Focus ➤ Practising vocabulary/listening for confirmation
Idioms 11
ñ Refer Ss to list of words. ñ Have Ss form groups of 3-4 and complete task and check in Appendix 3. ñ Ask Ss to find similar idioms in own L1. ñ Invite groups to say their answers in front of the class and discuss.
ñ Have Ss complete task individually. ñ In pairs, Ss check their answers by asking questions from Ex. 9a and giving correct answers from list in rubric. Answer Key a 9 c 3 b 2 d 1
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4 Suggested Answer Key 1 B: drives 3 A: road 2 B: track 4 B: boat
Listening 10
Focus ➤ Listening for key words ñ Write “key words” on the board and elicit what it means (these are the words that hint to finding specific information about the text). ñ Have Ss listen to the announcements, paying attention to key words that hint at where the announcements could be heard. ñ Invite Ss to say their answers in class and write down their key words on the board. Suggested Answer Key 1 train ― intercity service, buffet car, carriage A 2 plane ― captain, welcome aboard, flight BA345, flight time, flying, flight attendants, enjoy the flight 3 coach ― National Express, driver, heavy traffic
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Focus ➤ Writing about means of transport ñ ñ ñ ñ
Have Ss review unit for vocabulary. Allow Ss time to write their sentences. In pairs, Ss read their sentences to each other. Monitor activity and assist as necessary.
Suggested Answer Key I would like to book a return ticket to London please. The travel agent asked us which fare we wanted, business or economy. I forgot to get off at my stop and was late for work. Most people travel by train and bus downtown as there is heavy traffic. etc.
Writing Skills Objectives
Reading: identifying the type of a letter; identifying missing phrases; identifying semi-formal language in a text; proofreading a written text Writing: writing about being an exchange student; writing with semi-formal language; writing expressions of gratitude; writing a semiformal thank-you letter
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Focus ➤ Understanding Idioms
Reading 1 a)
Focus ➤ Introducing the topic of the text ñ Refer Ss to the advertisement and read it with the class. ñ Elicit answers to the questions in the rubric.