Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and exercises for English for Other courses

English Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension

Vocabulary Context Exercises

• James has considerable knowledge.
• A new gaming company monopolized the market.
• He worked very long hours for a reward.
• The number of students multiplied.
• The company's total debt was massive.
• If you want to create a sound argument, do not ignore facts.
• Her job kept her very busy, and she certainly had a stressful travel schedule.
• The weight range of acceptable carry-on bags is very narrow.
• After multiple field trials, the results were effective.
• While Sabrina was polite and apparently kind.
• The plane finally arrived after a long delay.
• Appliances and electronics are sold on the second floor.
• Jennifer said she would forbid the action.
• A notable feature of the event was the keynote.
• You

English Vocabulary Practice

Section 1: Time and Deadlines

• 1. Due / Delayed
• 2. Sharp / On time
• 3. Deadline / Take your time
• 4. Brief / Drag on

Section 2: Prepositions and Phrasal Verbs

1. Off, 2. Stood, 3. Drives, 4. On, 5. Short, 6. No

Section 3: Career and Education Terms

1. Undergraduate
2. Field
3. Hired
4. Internship
5. Full-time
6. Staff
7. Dull
8. Hardworking
9. Overtime
10. Praises

English Grammar Transformations

Sentence Rewriting and Verb Tenses

1. Many fans think she is a positive role model.
   It is thought / She is thought to be a positive role model by many fans.
2. We are sending our friends in Canada some Christmas cards.
   Our friends in Canada are being sent some Christmas cards by us.
3. Maybe the meeting hasn't finished yet.
   The meeting may not have finished yet.
4. It's impossible that she

English Vocabulary & Phrasal Verbs: Unit 1

Emotions, Qualities & Actions

• Mood: humor (estat d'ànim)
• Tough: dur, resistent
• Approach: enfocament, mètode
• All the rage: molt de moda, popular
• Remain: romandre, quedar-se
• Accurate: exacte, precís
• Firm: ferm, sòlid
• Trigger: desencadenar, provocar

Sensory Vocabulary

• Mouth-watering: que fa venir ganes de menjar
• Scent: olor (agradable)
• Weird: estrany, peculiar
• Nasty: desagradable, lleig
• Purchase: adquirir, comprar
• Take advantage of: aprofitar-se de, treure avantatge de

Phrasal Verbs: Start & Set

• Started out: començar (una activitat, carrera)
• Started over: tornar a començar
• Startup: muntar una empresa, posar en marxa
• Set off: provocar, iniciar (un viatge, una alarma)
• Set back: endarrerir, costar (diners)

Phrasal

A Weekend in the Countryside

Next weekend, I’m going to visit my grandparents in the countryside. First, I’m going to help my grandmother cook lunch. Then, we will eat together and talk about our week. After that, I’m going to play soccer with my cousins in the afternoon. In the evening, we will watch a movie and eat popcorn. Finally, I’m going to go to sleep early because we will return home the next morning.

Another Example: A Weekend Visit

• Next weekend, I am going to visit my grandparents in the countryside.
• First, I will have breakfast with my parents, and then I am going to go to the countryside.
• When I arrive, I am going to go with my grandfather to see the animals.
• After that, my grandmother will cook a delicious lunch for us.
• In the

I'm Yours - Jason Mraz

Verse 1

Well, you done done me and you bet I felt it

I tried to be chill, but you're so hot that I melted

I fell right through the cracks, now I'm trying to get back

Before the cool run out, I'll be giving it my best

And nothing's going to stop me but divine intervention

I reckon it's again my turn to win some or learn some

Chorus

But I won't hesitate, no more, no more

It cannot wait, I'm yours

Verse 2

Well, open up your mind and see like me

Open up your plans and damn, you're free

Look into your heart and you'll find love, love, love, love

Listen to the music of the moment, people dance and sing

We're just one big family

It's our God-forsaken right to be loved, love, loved, love, love

Chorus

So I won't hesitate, no more, no more

It cannot...

English Exercises and Corrections

Key: C, T (2-3), F (7-8), T (10-11), F (15-17). Camouflaged, pastime, fortnight, rest...

Sentences B1–B6

1. B1. It was impossible to finish the assignment on time.
2. B2. He will not keep his business open unless the economy improves.
3. B3. The Welsh language must be studied by children in Wales.
4. B4. What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
5. B5. Tom suggested that I should listen to the weather forecast before going on a hike.
6. B6. By the end of the week, we will have bought a car.

Exercise 1: Sentences and Future Perfects

1. 1a) I have not seen Brian for three months.
2. 1b) Fashions will have changed by the time you are older.

Exercise 2: Relative Clauses

1. 2a) A Danish runner whom I know has broken the record.
2. 2b) The business which

The Playa Club

The “Playa Club” is a restaurant located in a small city between two beaches and near a promenade. It is the favorite place of people who surf and like Rock music. It is also near the City Centre.

As you enter the place, the first thing you see is the sea. The decoration is modern, mixed with musical instruments. Sitting at any table, you have a wonderful view of the kitchen, where you can see the chefs at work. For those who do not reserve a table and are waiting, there is a cozy lounge with armchairs and pictures of people surfing. The restaurant has a quiet and pleasant atmosphere.

The menu offers a variety of delicious entrées. I had octopus with potatoes, while my friend had the grilled calamari. They were exquisite. The...