A complete self-study lesson with interactive activities, model essay analysis, planning practice, useful language, and a final writing task for Cambridge B2 First Writing Part 1.

For non-native speakers of English, understanding the diverse range of accents in the English-speaking world can be a challenge. Many foreigners are puzzled as to why native English speakers struggle to understand their accents, even when they speak slowly and enunciate their words carefully. In this article, we'll explore the importance of intonation in English and how it can affect our ability to understand accents. First, let's define what intonation is. In English, intona

The Phoneme: The Secret Agent of English Language English phonemes can be a mystery for language learners. From the confusing silent letters to the countless homophones, English pronunciation can leave even the most fluent speakers scratching their heads. However, by understanding the basic principles of English phonetics, you can unlock the mystery and achieve a more intuitive grasp of the language. First, it's essential to understand what a phoneme is. In English, a phoneme

LANGUAGECERT – CAMBRIDGE - PEARSON Exam Facts In this part, you choose one writing task from four options. In Cambridge English: First, the possible tasks are: an article an informal letter or email a formal letter or email a review a report In Cambridge English: First for Schools, the possible tasks are: an article an informal letter or email a formal letter or email a review a story Travel and holidays Practice How to write an article You have read this on the website of a

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You will hear an interview with a man called Martin Holloway who is a sound engineer. For questions 1–7, choose the best answer (A, B or C). 1 The mistake people make about sound engineers is to think that A they spend most of their time working indoors. B their job is the same as that of a disc jockey. C they are responsible for the quality of the music. 2 What does Martin say helped him to begin earning money? A the course he did B some of the bands he played in C s

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EXAM PRACTICE