Lesson 12: Dramatic Events

Reading and Use of English | Part 7

​Speaking | Part 2

Writing | Part 2​

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​Lesson 12: Dramatic Events

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​Reading and Use of English | Part 7

You read a text of 650—800 words from which six paragraphs have been removed and placed after the text. You have to decide which paragraph fits in each gap. There is one extra paragraph which does not fit into any of the gaps.

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This part tests your ability to understand the structure of a text, how an argument develops and how ideas link to one another.

​Discussion

​Read the exam task. Then follow the sequence of activities in the next slideto complete the task.

You are going to read an extract from a book by Bill Bryson. Six paragraphs have been removed from the text. Choose from paragraphs A—G the one which fits each gap (1—6). There is one extra paragraph which you do not need to use.​

• Underline any reference words or phrases in the text which you think may refer to either the previous or the following missing paragraph. These may include pronouns, time expressions, conjunctions and other linking phrases.

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• Read the missing paragraphs and look for subject matter and language links.

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• Match any gaps and missing paragraphs that you are sure of first.

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​Discuss these questions in pairs or small groups. Give reasons for your answers.

1 If a friend suggested a walk in the woods, how Would you respond?

2 If you went for a walk in a wood or forest, would you prefer to go alone or with a friend?

3 How would you feel ilyou had to spend the night in a wood or forest?

​Speaking | Part 2

Answer these questions about Speaking Part 2.

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1 How many photos is each candidate given by the examiner?

2 How many photos does each candidate have to talk about?

3 How long does each candidate have to speak for?

4 What happens after each candidate finishes talking about their photos?

​"Read the examiner's instructions and look at the three photos. Write brief notes in answer to the questions below."

​1 What are the three jobs? (lf you don’t know the job title, how can you describe it?)

2 In what way is each job dangerous?

3 What words might describe the sort of person who chooses each of these jobs?

​"Work in pairs. Take turns to compare two of the three photos. You should each talk for about a minute. Time your partner, but don't interrupt while he/she is speaking."

​Listen to a student speaking about the photos.

1 Which two is he comparing?

2 Why does he use these words and phrases?

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almost certainly - obviously - I suppose - It must be - he seems to be - probably - I’d say - perhaps

" Now read these examiner’s instructions and look at another set of three photos. " 

​Before you start the task, consider the two questions you have to answer and decide which of these words/ phrases are most suited to each question.

adrenalin rush - concentration - control - courage - daring - excitement - exhausted - exhilarated - fit - proud - satisfaction - self-confident - stamina - steady nerves - a sense of achievement - strength - terrified - thrill

​Exam advice

• Listen very carefully to the instructions you are given by the examiner, so that you answer the specific questions you are asked rather than talking vaguely or generally about the photos.

• You are asked two questions, which are printed on the page with the photos. Make sure you answer them both.

• Compare the photos in the context of the questions — don’t make irrelevant comparisons. Spend about half your time comparing the photos and the other half answering the questions.

• You shouldn’t try to describe the photos in detail.

• If you have time before starting to speak, spend a few seconds planning what you want to say.

​Writing | Part 2

​A proposal

A proposal may be written for a superior, for example a boss or a teacher, or for a peer group, for example club members or work colleagues.

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- You are expected to make suggestions, supported by factual information, to persuade your readers) that a certain course of action should be taken.

- A proposal should be clearly organised and may include headings.

- The style should be formal if you are writing for a superior, but may be more informal if your readers are colleagues or club members.

​Read the writing task below. Then think about who you would choose as your local hero and make a few brief notes.

​Discussion

Take turns to tell a partner about the person you would choose. Give at least two reasons for your choice. Answer your partner’s questions about your nomination.

​Read the sample proposal without paying attention to the alternatives in italics. Answer these questions.

1 How well does the writer know his local hero?

2 What did Helen Keane do?

3 What does the writer say she could have done instead?

4 What has Helen Keane shown people?

5 How does the writer suggest Helen Keane should be honoured ?

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​-Proposal