AEF 3. Lesson 4A. Communicative: Language Learning

 

AEF 3. Lesson 4A. Grammar: can, could, be able to (ability and possession)

 

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• Can is used for present ability and possibility  

  I can dance. / I'm sorry, but I can't help you.

  Can is informally used for offers and requests  

Can I help you? / Can I make a suggestion?

• Could is used for past ability and possibility

• We couldn't finish the project on time. / She could read when she was three years old.

  
  
• Could is neutrally used for offers and requests

• Could you open the door for me, please?

  Be able to is used for present, past, and future ability and possibility

• Are you able to swim? / Were you able to swim? / Will you be able to swim?

  
  

  • Be able to is also used to discuss the success or failure of an action

• We weren't able to find the book you wanted.

  
  

  • Be able to can be used with other verbs, including modals

• She should be able to attend the conference. / I want to be able to play the flute.

  
  

Explain why you agree or disagree.

AEF 1. Vocabulary Bank 8B. The House

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1. How many rooms are there in your house or flat?

2. Is there a garage for a car or a yard for children to play in?

3. Do you have a balcony with a nice view, or just a small hall when you come in?

4. Is the ceiling in your living room high, and what colour are the walls there?

5. Are your stairs made of wood, and is the floor in the kitchen cold?

6. Is there a comfortable sofa/couch in the living room and a big armchair next to the fireplace?

7. Where do you keep your plates and cups?

8. Is there a washing machine and a dishwasher in your kitchen, next to the stove/cooker?

9. Is there a fridger in your kitchen? 

10. Do you have a bathtub or just a shower in your bathroom?

11. Where do you put your clothes?

12. Is there a big mirror on the wall in your bedroom?

13. Do you have a lamp on your desk or does the light come from the ceiling?

14. Is there a big carpet on the floor in the living room?

15.  Is there a small rug in the hall?

16. Is there a toilet in the same room as the bathtub, or is it in a separate room?

17. Do you have any plants in your study or on your balcony?

18. Do you rent your flat, and how much is the rent every month?

19. Is your house lovely, and do you think it's perfect for your family?

20. How long have you lived in this house — for a year or a long time ago?

21. Do you read advertisements to find a flat to rent?

22. What is the worst thing in your house? How horrible! — is it a very small kitchen or an old bathroom?

23. What is the best thing in your house? Is it the big fireplace in the living room? It's perfect!

AEF 1. Grammar 4B: Prepositions of time and place (at, in, on, to)

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AEF 1. Vocabulary Bank 7C: Go, Have, Get

 

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"Go, Have, Get"

1. How do you go to school/work? Do you go by bus, car, or plane?

2. Do you like to go for a walk in the park?

3. What time do you go home after school?

4. Do you go out with your friends on the weekend?

5. How often do you go shopping?

6. Do you go to a restaurant with your family?

7. Do you go to bed late or early?

8. Do you go to church or mosque?

9. Do you go to the beach in summer?

10. When do you go back to work?

11. Do you go on vacation every year?

12. Do you have a car or a bike?

13. Do you have long hair?

14. What do you like to have for breakfast?

15. Do you have lunch at school/work?

16. Do you have dinner with your family?

17. Do you like to have a drink in the evening?

18. Do you have a good time at parties?

19. Do you have a sandwich for lunch?

20. Do you have a sister or a brother?

21. Do you get a newspaper every morning?

22. How do you get a taxi or a bus when you go out?

23. Did you get an email today?

24. Did you get a letter from your friend?

25. What do you do to get dressed in the morning?

26. How do you get home from school?

27. How do you get to the airport for your holiday?

28. Do you get up early on weekdays or weekends?

AEF 1. Irregular verbs leave - write

 

1. When did you leave school?

2. Have you ever lost your keys?

3. Did your team lose the game last week?

4. What do you like to make for breakfast?

5. Did you make breakfast yesterday?

6. Did you meet your friend yesterday?

7. Who did you meet at the party?

8. How much money did you pay for your phone?

9. Do you pay with cash or by card?

10. Where did you buy your shoes?

11. Did you put your book on the table?

12. Do you read books every day?

13. Did you read the newspaper today?

14. Can you run fast?

15. Did you run in the park yesterday?

16. What did you say when you were wrong?

17. Did your teacher say anything interesting?

18. Did you see the stars  last night?

19. Did you see the movie yesterday?

20. Did you send an email today?

21. Who did you send the invitation to?

22. Do you like to sing?

23. Did you sing in the shower this morning?

24. Where did you sit in class?

25. Did you sleep well last night?

26. Did you sleep late yesterday?

27. Can you speak English?

28. Did you speak to your friend today?

29. How do you spend your weekends?

30. Did you spend money on toys last week?

31. Where do you stand in line?

32. Did you stand at the bus stop yesterday?

33. Do you like to swim?

34. Did you swim in the pool last winter?

35. Do you want to teach others?

36. Did your teacher teach you something new?

37. Did you take the bus today?

38. Did you tell the truth when you were young?

39. What do you think about the weather?

40. Do you think the questions were easy?

41. Do you understand the instructions?

42. Did you understand the lesson?

43. When did you wake up in the morning?

44. What do you wear in summer?

45. Did you wear new clothes today?

46. Did you win the game?

47. Do you write new words in your notebook?

48. Did you write a letter to your friend yesterday?

AEF 3. Lesson 3B. Grammar: Articles a/an, the, no article

 

Exercise 1: articles: a / an, the, no article

Exercise 2: articles: a / an, the, no article

AEF 1. Irregular verbs be - know

 

1. Were you at home yesterday? 

2. Was she happy last week? 

3. Were they tired after work? 

4. Did your friend become a teacher? 

5. When did you become friends? 

6. Did you become taller? 

7. Did the lesson begin at 9 o'clock? 

8. When did the movie begin? 

9. When did  the class begin?

10. Did you break the glass?

11. When did she break her phone? 

12. Did you bring your book? 

13. When did he bring the snacks? 

14. Did your parents build a new house? 

15. Did you build a new house? 

16. Did you buy a new shirt last week? 

17. When did she buy the gift?

18. When did you buy a car? 

19. Could you swim last summer?

20. Were you able to find the bus?

21. Did you catch the ball?

22. When did you catch the train last time? 

23. Did you catch a butterfly in childhood?

24. Did your friends come to the last birthday party? 

25. When did you come home yesterday? 

1. Were you at the park yesterday?
2. Was she tired after work?
3. Were you happy last weekend?
4. Did you become a doctor?
5. When did you become friends with your best friend?
6. Did you become taller last year?
7. Did the movie you saw last time at the cinema begin on time?
8. When did our class begin?
9. Did you break her phone last year?
10. Did you break the window in your childhood?
11. Did you bring your books?
12. Did you bring the cake for your last birthday?
13. Did they build a new house?
14. Did you buy a new phone last year?
15. Did you buy a gift?
16. Could you play the guitar at school?
17. Could you ride a bike?
18. Did you catch the bus  to go to work yesterday?
19. When did you catch the fish?
20. Did your family come to the festival last summer?
21. When did you come home yesterday?
22. When did you come to the party last time?
23. Did your sweater cost much?
24. Did you do your homework?
25. When did you do the cleaning last?
26. Did you do your chores today?
27. Did you drink juice yesterday?
28. Where did you drink coffee?
29.  Did you drink enough water last week?
30. Did you drive to work last Monday?
31. When did you drive the car?
32. Did you eat pizza yesterday?
33. Did you fall in the amusement park?
34. Did you feel cold last winter?
35. Did you feel sick last month?
36. Did you find your keys?
37. Did you fly last summer?
38. Did you forget your umbrella?
39. Have you forgotten anything?
40. Did you get a gift for your last birthday?
41. Have you got a new phone?
42. Did you give a present to your mum last spring?
43. Did you give your friend the message last weekend?
44. When did you go to the cinema last?
45. Did you go abroad on your last vacation?
46. Did you have a good day?
47. When did you have lunch?
48. Did you hear the news?
49. Did you know the answer to the question?

AEF 1. Grammar 3C: Word order in questions

 Grammar: Present Simple Questions 1

Grammar: Present Simple Questions 2

AEF 3. Vocabulary Bank 3B. Dependent Prepositions

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"Dependent Prepositions"

1. Are you afraid of spiders or any insects?

2. Do you get angry with your friends or family about small things?

3. Have you ever apologised to someone for a mistake you made?

4. Do you argue with your classmates about homework or projects?

5. Can you ask someone for help when you don’t understand something?

6. When do you usually arrive in your town or city?

7. Do you arrive at the station or airport early or just on time?

8. Does this bike belong to you or someone else?

9. Do you believe in luck or that everything happens for a reason?

10. Are you able to choose between going to the cinema or staying at home?

11. Are you close to your family or friends?

12. Does your mood depend on the weather sometimes?

13. How is your school different from your previous school?

14. Do you often dream about exciting adventures?

15. Are you excited about your upcoming exam or holiday?

16. Do you get fed up with doing the same routine every day?

17. Are you famous for anything in your town or school?

18. Are you fond of playing sports or music in your free time?

19. Are you happy with your current grades or school situation?

20. Are you good at cooking or painting?

21. Is this activity good for your health or studies?

22. Are you interested in learning new languages or hobbies?

23. Are you kind to animals or younger children?

24. Do people often laugh at your jokes or stories?

25. Are you looking forward to your next holiday or trip?

26. Are you married to someone or do you want to get married someday?

27. Do you often pay for things with your own money?

28. Are you passionate about dancing or reading books?

29. Are you proud of your achievements at school/work or in sports?

30. Does your friend remind you of someone you know?

31. Are you rude to people sometimes, even if you don’t mean to?

32. Do you like to spend money on clothes or gadgets?

33. Are you tired of studying all day?

34. Do you worry about your exams or the future?

AEF 1. Grammar 3B: Present Simple

 

AEF 3. Lesson 3A. Grammar & Communicative: Comparatives and Superlatives

 

AEF 1. Vocabulary Bank 5C: The weather and dates

 

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"The Weather"

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"The Date"

1. What is the weather like today?

2. Is it cloudy outside?

3. Is it cold today?

4. Is it foggy in the morning?

5. Is it hot in summer?

6. Is it snowing now?

7. Is it sunny today?

8. Is it raining now?

9. Is it windy today?

10. Is the weather warm or cool?

11. What’s the weather like in spring?

12. Do you like summer?

13. Do you prefer winter or summer?

14. What season is it now?

15. Is it January today?

16. What month is it?

17. What date is today?

18. What year are we in?

19. Is there a big building near your house?

20. Have you read a guidebook about your city?

21. Do you like visiting monuments?

22. Are there any parks in your city?

23. Is there a statue in the park?

24. Is the building in the centre enormous?

25. Is your local museum fascinating?

26. Is the zoo in Minsk wonderful?

27. Does the guidebook include information about the city?

28. Is there an open air swimming pool nearby? 

AEF 3. Vocabulary Bank 3A. Transportation

 

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1. How do you usually get to school or work? Do you prefer the bus or the subway?

2. Have you ever taken a light rail or a train? How was your experience?

3. Is there a bicycle lane in your city? Do many people use bicycles to commute?

4. What should you do if you get stuck in a traffic jam during rush hour?

5. Have you ever been involved in a car crash? What happened?

6. Where is the nearest gas station from your home? Do you usually fill up there?

7. Do you need to buy a parking ticket when you park your car in the city?

8. Are there pedestrian crossings or a pedestrian zone in your neighborhood? How safe do you feel crossing the street?

9. What is the speed limit on the highway near your city? Do you usually follow it?

10. Have you ever seen a speed camera while driving? Did it make you drive more carefully?

11. Do you prefer taking a taxi or using a ride-sharing app? Why?

12. What should you watch out for when crossing a busy street with traffic lights?

13. Have you ever run out of fuel while driving? What did you do?

14. Can you describe a situation when you ended up being late because of traffic?

15. Would you like to pick up a friend in your car? What do you usually say when you do?

16. When do you usually set off to go somewhere, in the morning or in the evening?

17. Do you always wear a seat belt when you are in a car? Why is it important?

18. Have you ever traveled in a carriage or a coach? How was the experience?

19. When do people usually use a motorboat or a boat for transportation?

20. What transportation methods do you think are the most environmentally friendly?

AEF 1. Vocabulary Bank 5A: More verb phrases

 

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"More verb Phrases"

1. Do you need to buy a ticket if you go to the cinema?

2. Can you call your mom now?

3. Do you like to perform the tango?

4. Can you draw a picture?

5. Do you know how to drive a car?

6. Can you easily find a parking space in our city?

7. Do you sometimes forget somebody’s name?

8. Do you often give flowers to someone?

9. Did you hear a noise last night?

10. Did you help somebody last week?

11. Are you looking for your keys?

12. Would you like to meet with your friend for a coffee?

13. Can you paint a picture?

14. Do you like to play chess?

15. Do you always remember somebody's birthdays?

16. Can you run a race?

17. Do you want to see a movie?

18. Can you sing a song?

19. Do you like to swim in the ocean?

20. Do you want to take photos?

21. Do you talk to your teacher?

22. Can you tell somebody a secret?

23. Do you use a computer?

24. Are you waiting for a bus?

25. Do you like watching concerts?

AEF 3. Lesson 2A. Spend or save? (Grammar, Communicative)

AEF 3. Lesson 2A. Present Perfect vs Past Simple 1

 

AEF 3. Lesson 2A. Present Perfect vs Past Simple 2

- Do you like finding bargains?

 - No, I hate going to sales.

- Why?

1. Do you like finding bargains?

2. When do you prefer to pay by cash, and when do you prefer to pay by credit card?

3. Have you ever bought something you couldn’t really afford?

4. Has an ATM ever “eaten” your bank card? If so, how did you get it back?

5. Have you, or anyone you know, ever won a lot of money?

6. Does anybody owe you money? Do you owe anybody money?

7. How much do you spend on food and drink every week?

8. Have you ever given money to a charity, like Save the Children

or Goodwill?

9. Is your country expensive to live in right now? What kinds of things are expensive?

10. Who usually pays the check when you go to a restaurant?

- Have you ever bought something and then regretted it?

 - Yes, I once bought a picture, but when I brought it home I decided that I didn’t like it.

- Why didn’t you like it?

1. Have you ever bought something and then regretted it?

2. How much money have you spent so far today? What did you spend it on?

3. What kind of things do you normally buy online? Why don’t you buy them in a store?

4.  Have you ever taken out a loan from the bank? Why?

5.  Is there anything you’d love to buy but can’t afford right now?

6.  Have you bought anything nice this week?

7. Have you ever inherited money or property, or something more unusual?

8. What’s the most expensive thing you’ve ever bought?

9. What do you spend your money on aside from food, rent, etc.?

10. Have you, or anyone you know, ever had money stolen? If so, what happened?