TRAVELLING

ENGLISH

Exploring Natural Wonders

 

Read the following passage and fill in the gaps with the correct form of the adjectives (irregular comparatives and superlatives) 

 

Last summer, I went on a trip to explore some of the most beautiful geographical features in the country. The journey started at the (beautiful) __________ coast I've ever seen. The cliffs there are much (high) __________ than the ones near my hometown.

Next, we visited a beach that was even (nice) __________ than the coast. The sand was softer, and the waves were gentler. After spending a day at the beach, we hiked to a (steep) __________ hill that gave us a panoramic view of the countryside.

Our next stop was a hidden cave, which was definitely (dark) __________ and (cool) __________ than the beach. We had to use flashlights to see the stunning formations inside.

We also saw a majestic waterfall that was the (powerful) __________ I've ever encountered. The sound of the water crashing down was much (loud) __________ than anything I've heard before.

The countryside was our next destination, and it was far (peaceful) __________ than the bustling city. We walked through a valley that seemed (green) __________ and (fertile) __________ than anywhere else on our journey.

One of the most memorable moments was when we followed a stream that led us to a winding river. The river was (wide) __________ and (clear) __________ than the stream, providing a perfect spot for a refreshing swim.

Towards the end of our trip, we ventured into a dense rainforest. It was (humid) __________ and (lush) __________ than any forest I've ever been to. The variety of plants and animals there was simply (astonishing) __________.

Finally, we ended our adventure in the desert. The landscape was (dry) __________ and (hot) __________ than any other place we visited. Despite the harsh conditions, the desert had its own unique beauty.

CEFR A2/B1 English Level Placement Test

Vocabulary - ESL

Choose the best option (A, B, C, or D) to complete each sentence.

Grammar & Functions

 

  1. I'm going to the supermarket _______ some food. A. buy B. to buy C. for buying D. buying
  2. If it _______ tomorrow, we won't go to the beach. A. rained B. would rain C. rains D. is raining
  3. Excuse me, _______ you tell me where the post office is? A. could B. must C. should D. may
  4. She _______ been learning English for three years now. A. has B. is C. did D. had
  5. The tickets _______ by my brother last week. A. bought B. were bought C. have bought D. are buying
  6. I don't mind _______ the washing up; I actually quite like it. A. do B. to do C. doing D. done
  7. He _______ to smoke, but he gave it up five years ago. A. is used B. used C. was used D. gets used
  8. They have _______ furniture in their living room. A. many B. few C. a lot of D. several
  9. It's the _______ dangerous animal I've ever seen. A. most B. more C. very D. as
  10. You _______ to wear a helmet when you ride a motorbike; it's the law. A. would B. should C. have D. need

 

Vocabulary

 

  1. What's your _______ sport? A. favorite B. liked C. best D. pleased
  2. Could you please turn _______ the lights before you leave the room? A. up B. out C. in D. over
  3. She wants to _______ an appointment with the doctor. A. take B. do C. make D. give
  4. We had a great time _______ the castle yesterday. A. visiting B. seeing C. looking D. exploring
  5. I need to buy a new _______ of shoes for the wedding. A. group B. couple C. pair D. set
  6. My new job involves dealing with _______ from all over the world. A. clients B. relatives C. classmates D. colleagues
  7. The weather forecast says it will be _______ and sunny tomorrow. A. chilly B. foggy C. cloudy D. mild
  8. He was very _______ when he got lost in the city. A. confident B. embarrassed C. excited D. calm
  9. They live in a small, quiet _______ outside the main city. A. avenue B. building C. neighbour D. suburb
  10. After a long walk, they decided to _______ a coffee break. A. have B. make C. get D. do

Student Worksheet Leaflet : Marc Chagall – From Goal to Success

Reading Comprehension - English Language

Name: ____________________ 

SUCCESS

to set a goal 

 

to work hard

 

to face obstacles

 

to acquire new skills

 

to stay humble and hungry

 

Before Reading – Think & Discuss 

1. What do you think makes a person successful? 

  

2. Have you ever seen a painting with flying people, animals, or dream-like scenes? How did it make you feel? 

 

Reading Comprehension 

Read the biography of Marc Chagall . Then answer the questions.

 

True (T) or False (F)? Correct the false sentences. 

 

1. _ Marc Chagall was born in Paris. 

   → Correction: _____________________________________ 

 

2. He came from a wealthy family. 

 → Correction: _____________________________________ 

  

 

3.  He stopped painting during World War II. 

 → Correction: _____________________________________ 

 

4.  His art often included memories of his childhood. 

 → Correction: _____________________________________ 

 

5. He only painted on canvas. 

 → Correction: _____________________________________ 

 

6. He painted his most famous works in Paris.

 → Correction: _____________________________________ 

7. Unfortunately, Chagall`s paintings didn`t see many exhibitions during his lifetime.

 → Correction: _____________________________________ 

 

Find the evidence in the text. Give the real sentences from the text

To set a goal 

_________________________________________________

to work hard

_________________________________________________

to face obstacles

_________________________________________________

to acquire new skills

_________________________________________________

to stay humble and hungry

_________________________________________________

 

A picture description

  • Useful vocabulary

a flying couple, a violinist, a vibrant colour palette, floating figures, distorted perspective, symbols of childhood / love / hometown, euphoria of love, soaring happiness, nostalgia for the goal, connection to roots, the artist at work, between his homeland and new life

 

Topics to highlight while describing

  • How does this picture reflect Chagall`s goals, dreams, obstacles etc
  • What do main figures symbolize in the picture?

 

Reflection 

  • Marc Chagall never gave up on his dream, even when life was hard. 
  • What is your dream or big goal? What will help you achieve it? 

 

 

Crea y personaliza fichas interactivas para cada aula

LiveWorksheets facilita a profesorado, familias y personas que educan en casa el diseño y la entrega de materiales de aprendizaje atractivos. Solo tienes que subir un PDF o empezar desde cero para crear lo que necesites: desde fichas interactivas de matemáticas hasta ejercicios de comprensión lectora, fichas de multiplicación o actividades para infantil, todo en unos pocos clics. Nuestro editor de arrastrar y soltar funciona en todos los cursos y asignaturas, lo que te permite adaptar el contenido a tus programaciones, deberes o evaluaciones. Quienes enseñan inglés como segunda lengua (ESL) también pueden crear sus propias fichas, añadir cuadros de sonidos comunes o integrar actividades de ESL para hacer cada clase más participativa. Además, podrás diseñar fácilmente tareas diferenciadas y autocorregidas que ahorran tiempo y apoyan un mejor aprendizaje del alumnado.

Una biblioteca completa de recursos para K-12 y ESL

Accede a miles de fichas listas para usar en todas las asignaturas de K-12, incluidas actividades para infantil, matemáticas, práctica de multiplicación, comprensión lectora y recursos de ESL. Filtra por curso, materia o nivel de competencia para encontrar exactamente lo que necesitas, ya sea para un aula de primaria, una revisión en secundaria o actividades de práctica en bachillerato. El profesorado de ESL puede explorar nuestra colección en constante crecimiento de fichas y actividades de inglés como segunda lengua, diseñadas para apoyar a estudiantes de todos los niveles. Con nuevo contenido añadido de forma regular, LiveWorksheets es un recurso flexible que ayuda a lograr aprendizajes duraderos.