Unit 3 - Lesson 3

Match the words with the correct definitions.

1. 1.1 - a short story, often for children, with magical characters like fairies or wizards

2. 1.2 - a way of writing where parts of a sentence have the same pattern or form

3. 1.3 - a decoration made of small bulbs connected by a long wire

Unscramble the words to complete the sentences.

1. The little cabin by the lake was warm and (zcyo) 2.1 so it was perfect for relaxing during winter.

2. The writing is (lknucy) 2.2 and full of spelling mistakes.

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

Everybody felt hungry and tired, so they sat down under the tree and have lunch.

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

I feel both excited and nervously because I have an interview tomorrow.

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

When he was a college student, he learned to play tennis, to ski, and swimming.

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

My dream house will have a big garden. I also want it to include a swimming pool and home theater.

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

I love watching movies whenever I have free time. I enjoy reading books and listening to music in my free time, too.

Read the passage and choose the correct answers for each question.

My dream house will be in the middle of the city, near parks and tall buildings. This will be a big apartment on the top floor of a tall building, with a great view of the city. It will have large windows in the living room that let in plenty of natural light. And the balcony will be the perfect place to relax and enjoy the view.

Inside, the apartment will have three bedrooms, a big living room, a nice kitchen, and two bathrooms. The living room will be my favorite part. It will have a big sofa and a smart flat-screen TV. I would love to spend time here with my family and friends. The kitchen will be modern, with all the latest appliances, including a fridge, oven, and dishwasher.

The rooms will be simple and calm with light colors. The walls will have some simple pictures, and the furniture will be comfortable. There will be soft rugs on the floors in the bedrooms. There will also be plants in every room to make it feel fresh. The bedrooms will be peaceful, with large beds and plenty of space for relaxing after a busy day.

This dream house won't be just a home, but a peaceful place in the city.

Where will the dream house be?

The word "It" in the first paragraph refers to _____.

How many rooms will the apartment have?

What will every room of the house have?

Which of the following is NOT true about the dream house?

Choose the correct answer in the box to complete the conversation. Write only the letter A-E in each blank.

Anna: Hi, Minh! I'm thinking about buying a house, and I’m not sure what’s most important when choosing one. Do you have any ideas?

Minh: That’s exciting! Well, I think the location is the first thing to think about. 13.1 It should be easy to get around.

Anna: Yes, that's a good point! I also think it’s important to think about what the house looks like. Do you want a modern style or something more traditional?

Minh: I like modern houses. 13.2 It would be nice to have a living room with a big flat-screen TV, and maybe a small office for work.

Anna: That sounds great! What about the kitchen? 13.3

Minh: Me too! And I think the bedroom should be cozy with soft colors. I’d also decorate it with plants to make it have a natural atmosphere.

Anna: That sounds nice! And I want the bathroom to be simple and clean, with good lighting.

Minh: Yes, I love bright bathrooms! 13.4

Anna: I agree! I’ll start looking for houses soon.

Write an email (100 - 120 words) to tell a friend about your dream house. Your writing has to use parallel structures.

Your email should include:

• The location of the house
• The kind of house
• The appearance of the house
• The rooms in the house
• The decorations in the house