CALT - SA2001 - LANGUAGE FOCUS (Trần Minh Triết)

English language

LANGUAGE FOCUS

Pronunciation

Listen and repeat.

/sl/

slave

sleep

slim

/sm/

small

smell

smart

Practise reading aloud this dialogue.

A: Is Snowy at home? Snowy Smith?

B: He is sleeping. Go away.

A: Sleeping? Where?

B: In there. Why do you smile?

A: Perhaps Snowy is in there. But he is not asleep.

B: I swear he is sleeping.

A: When Snowy sleeps, he snores but he looks sweet.

 

Grammar 1

Exercise 1. Choose the suitable italicised words to complete the following sentences. 

1. To who/whom it may concern.

2. It was a service for which/that I was grateful.

3. The success of a shared holiday depends on who/whom you share it with.

4. Do you like the person who/whom sits next to you?

5. Midway through the second half, Manchester United scored their third goal, at that/ which point Leeds United save up completely.

6. There is one person to whom/who I owe more than I can say.

7. It was the kind of accident for which/that nobody was really to blame.

 

Grammar 2

Exercise 2. Combine the following sentences, using preposition + whom or which. 

1. The man was very kind. I talked to him yesterday.

2. The man works in the hospital. I told you about him.

3. The woman teaches me English. I am telling you about her.

4. The movie is fantastic. They are talking about it.

5. The picture was beautiful. She was looking at it.

6. I'll give you the address. You should write to it.

 

Grammar 3

Exercise 3Complete the following sentences, using whowhomwhich or that.

1. Jack is the one ______ I miss most.

2. It was a kind of computer with ______I was not familiar.

3. Do you get on with the person ______ lives next door?

4. I must thank the man from ______ I got the present.

5. It is an event ______ I would rather not forget.

6. The meeting to ______ I went was interesting.

7. The person ______ did it was never caught.

8. That's the woman to ______ Jim used to be married.



 

Descriptive text - Raja Ali Haji

English language

Objective explanation : The objective of this worksheet is to enhance students' speaking skills by providing text about historical figure Raja Ali Haji. Through speaking, students willl improve their ability of speaking english fluently. 

 

Content Overview : The main content of this worksheet revolves around a descriptive text about Raja Ali Haji, focusing on his background, works and achievement. Students will engage with the text to extract key information about the figure, enhancing their speaking abilities in the process.

 

Language and Educational Level Context:
This worksheet is designed for students at an intermediate level of English language proficiency. The text is written in clear and simple language, making it accessible and comprehensible for students who are advancing in their language skills. By exploring the text about Raja Ali Haji, students can expand their vocabulary and improve their understanding of English texts.

 

Subject Relevance:
In the context of the English language subject area, this worksheet serves as a valuable resource for practicing speaking  skills. By delving into a text about a famous figure like Raja Ali Haji, students can apply their knowledge of English language structures, vocabulary, and reading strategies in a real-world context. This connection to popular culture reinforces the relevance of English language skills in everyday life.

 

Instructions:
The instruction to "Read the text" guides students to engage with the descriptive information about Raja Ali Haji provided in the worksheet. By following this directive, students can focus on extracting key details about the historian's background, works and achievement. This hands-on approach to speaking skills allows students to actively participate in analyzing and interpreting written text, fostering their overall language proficiency.

Preposition

English language

PREPOSITIONS PREP006

Complete the sentence with the correct preposition from the choices given.

1. We are very excited __________________ our trip to Spain next week. (AT, WITH, ABOUT, OVER)

2. I am very fond __________________ drinking green tea. (FOR, OF, ABOUT, AT)

3. Almost all politicians were involved __________________ the scandal. (IN, AT, WITH, FROM)

4. I am looking forward ______________ having a meeting with you next week. (WITH, AT, TO, FROM)

5. At the moment, she is recovering __________________ her injuries. (AT, OF, FROM, WITH)

6. I’m dreaming ________________ becoming a famous scientist one day (FOR, WITH, ABOUT, INTO)

7. My cousin is married __________________ a famous American (WITH, FOR, TO, FROM)

8. I am responsible __________________ training the new recruits. (AT, ABOUT, WITH, FOR)

9. Many people took advantage __________________ the low prices offered by the new shop (OF,

FOR, WITH, TO)

10.I was not quite satisfied __________________ the exam results. (AT, FOR, WITH, ABOUT)

11.The president was thankful __________________ everyone who helped in the campaign (TO,

WITH, FOR, AT)

12.Everyone in this town will benefit __________________ the new hospital (FROM, WITH, AT, INTO)

13.For two full days, the man was fighting __________________ his life. (UP,WITH, AT, FOR)

14.My dad shouted __________________ me because I didn’t do what he said (TO, AT, WITH,

TOWARDS)

15.She insisted __________________ helping me with the dishes. (ON, WITH, FOR, ABOUT)

16.Almost all car companies care __________________ the environment (FOR, AT, ABOUT,WITH)

17.Wearing a seat belt can protect you ____________ being killed in a car. (WITH, OF, ABOUT, FROM)

18.Ten people were killed when a bus collided __________________ a car (INTO, WITH, AT, TOWARDS)

19.The customers came to the shop to complain _____________ their service (ABOUT, AT, ON, FOR)

20.Our atmosphere consists __________________ oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide (INTO, OF,

WITH, FOR)

21.We decided __________________ buying the new car. (AGAINST, WITH, AT, OF)

22.Many children depend __________________ their parents for money. (ON, AT, WITH, TO)

23.He graduated __________________ Oxford university (ON, FROM, OUT OF, WITH)

24.The advertising campaign resulted __________________ hundreds of new customers for the

company. (TO, FOR, UP, IN)

25.As a scientist, I specialize __________________ marine biology (AT, IN, FOR, WITH)

 

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