Section outline

  • Textbook activity:

    Please make sure you check the word-formation rules on p.100 as well as the key grammar of this unit, countable and uncountable nouns, on p. 102. Do exercise 4 on p.25 and check with the key. Do Unit 1 and 2 review on pp.26-27 and check with the key. 

    • Study the rules for word formation on pp. 100-101. Do exercise 4 on p.21 and then complete the sentences in this quiz using the correct form of the word in the brackets.

    • Choose the correct option.

    • Read through this material before you write your essay. It contains a summary of most problematic points we have come across in essays written for our courses. I originally intended to record a commentary, but I have to ask you for your patience until we next "see" each other. 

    • This website offers brilliant tools for essay writing and generally Ielts preparation. 

    • Write an essay of 220-250 words. You can choose either the topic on p. 25, exercise 8 or the following topic:

      Some people say that in the modern world it is very difficult to have a healthy lifestyle. Others, however, claim that it is easy to stay in good shape if they choose to do so.

      Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

      Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples basing on your knowledge and experience.

      Deadline: March 12, 11 p.m.

      Name your uploaded file like this: essay1_Name

      Don't forget to set your document language into English - to prevent spelling mistakes. 

      Don't forget to organize your ideas in paragraphs (3-5). Indent the first line of each paragraph OR insert a space between the paragraphs.

      Enjoy!

    • Unit 2 - Listening on p. 20, ex. 3. Check your answers with the key.