Unit 8 - Lesson 3

Lisa received a perfect score on her English ______ because she worked hard on it.

We _____ all the support we received during the charity event.

He bought some snacks and drinks from the small _____ shop near his office.

I can’t remember _____ when we met, but it was sometime last summer.

They admitted _____ made a mistake in their calculations.

Alice doesn't recall _____ to Bill's party last weekend.

We celebrated their success in _____ won the championship.

Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.

He / regretted  / have / missed / the deadline / the scholarship application.

=> He regretted the scholarship application.

Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.

She / thank / him / have supported / her / through / difficult times.

=> She thanked difficult times.

Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.

He / be / proud / have achieved / his goals / spite / many challenges.

=> He was of many challenges.

Listen to the audio and answer the following questions.

The speaker is _____.

Why is cooking at home recommended instead of eating out?

What is suggested for studying effectively?

What should you do if you feel homesick or stressed?

What job can students do as a part-time job?

Read the email and do the following task.

Dear Mr. White,

I hope this email finds you well. I’m writing to express my deep gratitude for the lessons you taught me, which have had a great impact on my life, especially now as a university student.

Your advice about life skills has proven invaluable. I still remember your budgeting lesson, where you emphasized keeping track of expenses and saving for the future. Applying this, I started using a budgeting app and set aside 20% of my part-time income for savings. For instance, during my first semester, I managed to save $300, which helped me buy books and cover unexpected costs without stress.

Another skill I’ve benefited greatly from is your guidance on organizing notes effectively. You once said, “An organized mind leads to better results,” and it stuck with me. I now categorize my lecture notes using color-coded folders and digital tools like Notion. In my midterm exams last month, this method helped me achieve a 92% average, as I could quickly review key points and avoid missing deadlines.

Thanks to your life lessons, I feel more confident navigating university and preparing for the future. Your belief in my potential and your dedication as a teacher have left a lasting mark on my life.

I truly appreciate all that you’ve done for me. Please let me know if there’s ever a way I can give back or stay in touch.

Warm regards,
Anna Smith

Write ONE OR TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the email to fill in each gap.

1. Mr. White's lessons had a significant impact on Anna's life, particularly during her 16.1 experience.

2. Anna applied Mr. White's budgeting advice by using a budgeting app and saving 20% of her 16.2.

3. In her first semester, Anna saved 16.3 dollars, which helped her manage book purchases and unexpected costs.

4. Mr. White’s advice on 16.4 effectively helped Anna achieve a 92% average in her midterm exams.

5. Anna uses color-coded folders and digital tools like 16.5 to categorize her lecture notes.

Write an email to your high school teacher about how things you learned in high school affect your life. Write about 150-180 words.