3A RIM / RIAF HOMEWORK 4th-6th March 2020

To widen your vocabulary at B1 level

1- download the B1 Preliminary vocabulary list here

2- for each topic area, on your notebook organise & re-write the words under the following categories

• new words to learn
• words I need to use more while speaking/writing
• words I often make spelling/pronunciation mistakes with

Each section must have a heading, which is related to the topic area the terms refer to, and a wordlist, which must be written in a neat and legible handwriting. 

In case of necessity, you can use an online dictionary such as dictionary.cambridge.org to check spelling, pronunciation, meaning.

3- memorise the words

5A RIM/5A SIA Mock Invalsi Exam

Do some practice and be prepared for Invalsi in March 2020:

• Listening comprehension at B1 level: do the tasks and then check your answers in the keys.

• Listening comprehension at B2 level: do the tasks and then check your answers in the keys.

• Reading comprehension at B1 level: do the tasks and then check your answers in the keys.

• Reading comprehension at B2 level: do the tasks and then check your answers in the keys.

4A RIM Training for the test on listening on 5th March (B1 level / B2 level)

To practise Preliminary, Listening Part 4:

• click here for Practice #1 
• click here for Practice #2

To practise Preliminary, Listening Part 3:

• click here for Practice #1 
• click here for Practice #2

To practise First, Listening Part 1:

• click here for Practice #1 
• click here for Practice #2

4A RIM Training for the test on reading on 5th March (B1 level / B2 level)

To practise Preliminary, Reading Part 1:

• click here for Practice #1 
• click here for Practice #2

To practise Preliminary, Reading Part 2:

• click here for Practice #1 
• click here for Practice #2

To practise First, Reading Part 5:

• click here for Practice #1 
• click here for Practice #2

5A SIA Activities on 20th February 2020

1- On your notebook create a neat section whose heading is “REVISION about INTERNATIONAL TRADE ORGANISATIONS”. Read and study p 155 and your notes. Then answer the following questions - write each question and below it your answer.

• When and where did the UN Bretton Woods Conference take place?
• What did the delegates discuss about?
• Which two international organisations were established during the UN Bretton Woods Conference?
• What is the International Monetary Found?
• How many member states make up the IMF?
• Who is the current Managing Director of the IMF?
• Where are its headquarters located?
• What does the IMF promote?
• What are the main functions of the IMF?
• What is the World Bank?
• Who were the founders of the World Bank?
• What is the aim of the World Bank?
• What are its main functions?
• What is the World Trade Organisation?
• How many member states make up the WTO?
• Who is the current Director-General of the WTO?
• Where are its headquarters located?
• What is the main aim of the WTO?
• What are its main areas of activity?
• What principle is behind the WTO and its operations?
• What are its main functions?

Ref lesson materials [Powerpoint slides here]

2- On your notebook, create a graphic organiser to store all the pieces of information about the IMF, the World Bank and the WTO. Add as many details as possible.

5A RIM Make your English sound more British!

5A RIM Activities on Thu 6th February 2020

1) Watch the video on how to write an article and take notes on the procedure on your notebook.

If you feel like a dummy and you need to deepen your understanding of how to write an article, watch the following video:

2) You see this announcement on an English-language website.


ARTICLE WANTED

AGENDA 2030
Tell us what it is, why it is so important and what UN member states should do in order to respect such an agreement.
We will publish the best articles on our website.


Write your article in 140-190 words in an appropriate style in the comment box below. Remember to choose "anonymous" as an identity, but write your initials before starting to write.

3 RIAF / RIM Improving your Reading and Listening Skills

Train yourself and improve your reading and listening skills.

To practise your reading comprehension skills at A2 level (elementary):

• click here for Practice #1
• click here for Practice #2
• click here for Practice #3
• click here for Practice #4

To practise your reading comprehension skills at B1 level (pre-intermediate):

• click here for Practice #1
• click here for Practice #2
• click here for Practice #3
• click here for Practice #4
• click here for Practice #5
• click here for Practice #6

To practise your listening comprehension skills at A2 level (elementary):

• click here for Practice #1
• click here for Practice #2
• click here for Practice #3
• click here for Practice #4
• click here for Practice #5
• click here for Practice #6

To practise your listening comprehension skills at B1 level (pre-intermediate):

• click here for Practice #1
• click here for Practice #2
• click here for Practice #3
• click here for Practice #4