Evaluation of the course

Revision of key terms

In preparation for Wednesday!

Quiz on sentence structure

Try this quiz

Sentence structure

Read the sentence and decide which type of sentence it is.

1. Sometimes they argue over where they should go out for dinner.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence


2. I enjoy reading and playing the piano.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence


3. My sister hates olives and my brother can't stand anchovies.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound -complex sentence


4. I'll help you as soon as I've finished writing this quiz.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence


5. While I was cooking, my son built a lego tower and my daughter sulked.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence


6. Do you want to have go swimming or would you prefer to play tennis?

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence


7. I've brought some spare shoes in case my feet hurt.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence


8. I wanted to be a primary school teacher after I graduated, but realised I had made a mistake.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence


9. I'm so pleased that you can make it.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence


10. I didn't know what time the bus left so I was really late.

simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
compound-complex sentence

Hope that wasn't too tough a sentence!

Pelmanism - review of sentence constituents

review

Click on the link above to do the review activity on sentence constituents.

Group discussion

The time has come to let you know what you are going to talk about in your group discussion (drum roll)... To what extent do social media influence the way we perceive global events? Have a think about this but don't script what you are going to say. Remember the group discussion etiquette: 1. Participate fully - you will need to find openings for discussion 2. Take turns speaking – one person speaks at a time. This is not always easy but don't talk over each other. 3. Let others know that you have not finished speaking by using phrases such as "I have one more thing to add...". 4. Wait for your turn – don’t interrupt. 5. Use supportive gestures and body language. 6. Maintain eye contact 7. Nod to show you are listening 8. Use encouraging facial expressions 9. Don’t use inappropriate gestures. 10. Use respectful phrases when disagreeing with another speaker. 11. Encourage and support those around you. 12. Avoid sarcasm and put-downs. 13. Stay on topic. 14. Remain open to new ideas. 15. Use inclusive language. 16. Ask questions to keep the discussion moving. 17. Don’t monopolise the conversation.

Presentations

Connected speech summary

Connected speech presentation

As you watch this presentation, make notes as you will be asked about it in the plenary session.


1. Have your handout ready: you will need this for when you do the linking exercise.


2. Get ready to work with your partner: you will need to transcribe a pronunciation poem.


3. Do the quiz at the end.


Hope it's clear.

Homework

Do the webquest in preparation for next week. There are three questions you need to answer. Good luck!

webquest

Next week you will also be having a MOCK reading. I would do this exercise on coherence and cohesion in preparation.

Coherence and cohesion

If you return to the main menu, you can also do any of the other exercises that might be of use. In particular, look at the section on academic writing.

Punctuating a text

Punctuate these texts.

Spelling test

Try this fiendish spelling test! spelling test

Connected speech

Feeling confident? Try out this fiendish quiz on connected speech. Good luck!


Quiz on connected speech