Reflexive pronouns

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Let, make and have somebody do something

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Because, Because of, Due to

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We cancelled the trip due to the floods.

Contrast: in spite of and despite

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We went swimming in spite of / despite the strong currents.

Contrast: although and even though

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Although it was expensive, we ordered the best wine.

We went out, even though it was raining hard.

IMPROVING YOUR SPEAKING

1. Speaking fluently. Watch this video and learn about how to speak fluently (you have the script, study notes and exercises).
2. Speaking coherently. Learn some expressions to make your speech more coherent.

LISTENING FOR SIGNPOST WORDS

We've been talking about signpost words in class and how we should use them in our talks. Watch this video and learn to identify some signpost words when listening to people. You have the script and you can also read the study notes and do some exercises.

Distinguish facts and opinions

You know that in the exams you will have to write summaries distinguishing facts and opinions. I think this can help you to do that. You have the script, some notes and exercises too.
There are many other lessons you could also find interesting.