His Best Friend

Gareth talks about someone he is very close to and how they get along now.

FRIENDS

Homework

I. Think about these questions:

1.       How many close friends do you have?

2.       Do you have a best friend?

How long have you known him/her?

When/Where did you meet him/her?

How often do you see him/her?

3.       Do you still see your school friends?

II. Decide the 6 most important personality traits of a good friend. 

F-R-I-E-N-D-S do you really need them: Yes. If you haven’t got a friend, then you’re just you. There’s half as many things that you can do. Who’s going to tell you that you’re not a brat, if not your best friend?

Do you recall when we did that? Yes. Sharing – the brilliant jokes we’ve had throughout the years (good times together) It’s not the same when you’re not there.

The Potato Famine

Watch the video and answer the questions. Check them in 'comments'.

I.        How long did the Potato Famine last?

II.      How many people died?

III.    Who did these things? Match

a.       British officials

b.      Private relief efforts

c.       Irish farmers

1.       Exported crops that could have fed people

2.       Didn’t provide food to protect the English landowners

3.       Couldn’t raise funds

IV.    What kind of things did the Irish eat to survive?

V.      Where were farmers forced to migrate?

VI.    How many people sailed to Canada in 1847?

VII.  How many died? Why?

St Patrick's Day

Liam Neeson narrates this gorgeous tourism ad for Ireland. The actor is a big softy when it comes to St Patrick's Day. The tough-guy actor provides a heartfelt voiceover for this 60-second Discover Ireland tourism spot, waxing poetic about his homeland.

"Every year, on St. Patrick's Day, the world goes green," he begins, as landmarks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Sydney Opera House and Paris' Moulin Rouge, all lit in emerald hues, flash by. "But here in Ireland," he continues, "every day is bathed in green."

We're treated to shots of rugged coasts, crescent hills and verdant forests, along with city scenes of bustling nightlife, shopping and parades. #GoGreen4PatricksDay is the hashtag.

If you want to learn more about St Patrick's Day, have a look at older posts in 'Festivities'.

El Aniversario de Chejov

Click here to read about the new theatrical activity our school has organized. 

Orden Pruebas Certificación Lingüística 2014/2015

Click here and read about the exams in June and September!!!
(dates and information about the skills and tasks)

Visiting the UK

Watch the video and answer the questions. Check your answers in 'comments'.

1.       How many people visit Snowdonia in Wales?

2.       What is Wales famous for?

3.       How long is the walk to the top of Cairngorm Mountain in Scotland?

4.       How high is the mountain?

5.       How long does it take by funicular?

6.       What formed the 40 thousand rock columns of The Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland?

7.       How tall are the tallest columns there?

The Lake District

Watch the video and fill in the gaps (check your answers in 'comments').

RICHARD: Welcome to Great Britain and the best of British countryside! This _____________ (1) is incredibly varied, from the sweeping coastlines to the rolling hills and majestic _____________ (2) and, with a _____________ (3) climate and plenty of _____________ (4), it really is a green and pleasant land that I’m about to explore. There are _____________ _____________ _____________ (5) in Great Britain, and one of the most beautiful is here in the Lake District. It’s the second largest national park in Britain and is full of scenic mountains and _____________ _____________ (6). In the heart of the Lake District is Lake Windermere - the largest natural lake in England. It’s over 18km long and around 66m _____________ (7)- so it’s fairly easy to find! This area is said to be one of the most beautiful in Great Britain. In the past, _____________ (8)transported slate, timber and wool across the lake, and fishing was really important here. Hiya. One ticket for the Windermere Lake cruise, please.

RICHARD: Hello, Jacqui.

JACQUI: Hello, Richard.

RICHARD: Jacqui O'Connor of Lake Windermere Cruises is giving me a _____________ _____________ (9) of the lake. Jacqui, this is lovely. How many people choose to see the lakes like this every year?

JACQUI: Richard, we carry on average _____________  _____________  (10) passengers on our boats.

 RICHARD: And why do you think so many people find this area appealing?

JACQUI: Oh, I think basically all you have to do is to look around you. Look at this absolutely stunning _____________(11). It's absolutely beautiful. They come to _____________ _____________(12), to enjoy peace and tranquility, to come to have a look at the _____________(13). It's also, Windermere Lake Cruises is one of the top tourist attractions in the north-west of England so when you come to this area, come and _____________(14) on the lake, definitely – it must be done!

RICHARD: And you obviously love coming out here and love being part of all of this?

JACQUI: I do. It's fantastic. It's just a beautiful area to live. Really nice, lovely, friendly, _____________(15). It's great.

Special backpack for sitting

Can you recall the feeling when your legs are tired but there is nowhere to sit? What if you could simply sit down on your backpack?

Students lost in Turkish mountains

Watch the video and take notes. Then read the script and check. 

Kiwi Adventure

Monica gives some tips on what to do when visiting her country.

Sightseeing in Town

Listen to the conversation and answer the questions. Then listen again and read the script. Have a look at the vocabulary.