I know we are burning the candles at both ends, but it will be worth it in order to move up in the world! So don't be hanging by a thread and let's nail it!
Activity 4) Tense exercise
EBAU PRACTICE
1) Reading:
https://www.liveworksheets.com/worksheets/en/English_as_a_Second_Language_(ESL)/Reading_comprehension/FCE_sample_exam_xu25596ho
2) Usage:
https://www.liveworksheets.com/ht40978sc
3) Grammar
https://www.englishgrammar.org/exercises/ (4th exercise on TENSES) *see picture above
4) Vocabulary. Phrasal verbs (3 exercises):
https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/vocabulary/advanced-vocabulary/payback
5) Morphology:
https://www.liveworksheets.com/worksheets/en/English_as_a_Second_Language_(ESL)/Word_Formation/FCE_sample_exam_ub25593jx
6) Listening:
https://www.liveworksheets.com/worksheets/en/English_as_a_Second_Language_(ESL)/Tests/B2_listening_test_2013_tj54089ph
7) Writing: write a paragraph using at least 5 of these expressions or other idioms (underline them). Explain these expressions below your text:
https://www.liveworksheets.com/worksheets/en/English_as_a_Second_Language_(ESL)/Idioms/Idioms_zi61195jg
Example: That day I was feeling under the weather. I had bought a new laptop that cost me an arm and a leg but I wish I hadn't bought it online. I just clicked on a pop-up ad which promised me a great discount if I used a new app and... curiosity killed the cat. Of course, I had butterflies in my stomach before receiving the parcel with my brand new laptop. However, I ended up paying a lot more than expected for the shipping taxes, and I almost lose my marbles when I saw the receipt! I told my brother not to tell my parents about it... but he couldn't wait to spill the beans. Often, great offers appear online but we have to be aware of scams! Now, I am as broke as a church rat. If I could go back in time... I would change my mind.
Under the weather= sad...
Hack: use complex structures such as
conditionals,
I wish/if only,
comparisons, the
passive,
relative pronouns/clauses and
reported speech!
Also, try to use an array of idioms, sayings and
phrasal verbs in your composition!
ATTENTION: Mind the register! to die => FORMAL to pass away / INFORMAL to kick the bucket
Make sure you use the right register of formality according to the context!
Example: That day I was feeling
under the weather. I had bought a new laptop that
cost me an arm and a leg but
I wish I hadn't bought it online. I just clicked on a pop-up ad
which promised me a great discount if I used a new app and...
curiosity killed the cat. Of course, I had
butterflies in my stomach before receiving the parcel with my brand new laptop. However, I
ended up paying a lot more than expected for the shipping taxes, and I almost
lose my marbles when I saw the receipt!
I told my brother not to tell my parents about it... but he couldn't wait
to spill the beans. Often,
great discounts are offered online but we have to be aware of scams! Now,
I am as broke as a church rat.
If I could go back in time... I would change my mind.
JOB INTERVIEWS 2026. MY DREAM JOB.
Imagine it’s 2026, you have finished your studies, have got some
experience in your filed and suddenly, you see an opportunity of a life time: a
vacancy for your dream job! Send the CV and cover letter and get ready for an
online interview. Bear in mind the most frequent questions and the non-verbal
communication! Also check your device (mobile phone, laptop…) in order to avoid
technical problems in advance. Good luck!
Choose your preference for the 10’ interview via Google Meet. I will
send you the link accordingly, in advance. Choose your slot by Friday 15,
please. Schedule for next week: 18-22 May
SPEAKING TEST
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ASSESSMENT RUBRIC:
Score= /10
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2
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1.5
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1
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0.5
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Accuracy
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Use of complex and rich structures, no mistakes
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Use of complex structures, few mistakes
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Use of simple structures, some mistakes
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Poor use of structures, many mistakes
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Fluency
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Engaging rhythm and intonation, rich use of connectors
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Good command of pauses and rhythm, right use of
linkers
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Many pauses, broken speech, few connectors
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Difficult to follow, Basic connectors (and, but,
also)
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Content
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Enriched answers; wide lexical repertoire.
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Correct answers, good lexical items, phrasal verbs.
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Answers with some imprecision, few phrasal verbs
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Very simple and concise answers, no phrasal verbs
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Register
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Very formal, according to the situation
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Formal, according to the situation. Some colloquial
words
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Quite formal, more or less according to the
situation
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Somehow informal, not according to the situation
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Non-verbal
communication
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Very professional appearance, remarkable gestures, eye
contact, and background
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Quite professional appearance, suitable gestures, eye
contact and background.
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Somehow professional appearance, gestures, eye contact
and background.
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Unprofessional appearance, poor gestures, eye contact and/or background
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