Unit 1 - Lesson 3
3/1/2024 9:30:00 AM
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
The journalist’s skills helped her uncover a major scandal. (INVESTIGATE)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
He was unwell for several months before finally deciding to reach out for help. (MENTAL)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
As a , she traveled to various countries to cover major global events. (JOURNAL)
This is a hospital where people who were mentally ill could be cared for, often for a long time. What is this?
- an asylum
- a clinic
- an institution
- a pharmacy
This person serves in the army, wears a uniform, and fights in times of war. Who is it?
- An athlete
- A dreamer
- A wanderer
- A soldier
The coach gave a(n) _____ talk before the big game, which boosted the team’s confidence.
- depressing
- inspiring
- discouraging
- irrelevant
Drag and drop to complete the sentences.
1. The research aims to the dangers of smoking to young people.
2. He tried to his classmates by answering all the difficult questions.
3. She decided to the job offer because it didn’t meet her expectations.
Fill in the blanks using the words in the box. with "".
| at the age of | as | during | for |
1. He studied French six months before traveling to Paris.
2. a child, he loved to read books about adventure.
3. He won the gold medal 22, making him the youngest champion ever.
4. the meeting, they discussed the new project ideas and strategies.
Listen to the audio and complete the biography. Write ONE WORD or A NUMBER ONLY as you heard.
Taylor Swift - Biography Summary
Early life:
- born on December 13th, 1989 in Pennsylvania, USA
- loved country music as a child
- started writing songs at the age of
- faced rejection from many record labels for being too young
Career and achievements:
- released first album in at the age of 16
- gained fans worldwide with honest lyrics about love, , and growing up
- faced criticism about her music and personal life, which sometimes affected her mental health
- used challenges and fame pressure as inspiration for her songs
- re-recorded her first albums after losing control of them in 2019
Current status and influence:
- won numerous awards including multiple Grammy Awards
- supports various causes and helps young
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.
Gordon Ramsay is a British chef, best known for his television cooking shows and his successful restaurants around the world.
He was born in 1966 in Scotland, United Kingdom. He had a difficult childhood because his father was an alcoholic and often moved the family from place to place. As a teenager, Gordon dreamed of becoming a professional soccer player, but a serious knee injury ended his sports career when he was only 15 years old.
After his injury, Gordon decided to focus on cooking. He enrolled in a hotel management course and began to work in local restaurants. Many head chefs rejected him at first because he was inexperienced and had a strong personality. However, he was determined to succeed and worked extremely hard to learn from the best chefs in Europe.
In the 1990s, Gordon opened his first restaurant in London. Food critics were impressed by his cooking skills and gave his restaurant excellent reviews. His success exposed him to new opportunities in television. He started to appear on cooking shows where viewers could see that he was passionate. However, when things didn’t go well in the kitchen, he sometimes reacted as if it was the end of the world. Gordon became well-known for his quick temper and the way he gave strong comments to beginner cooks on shows like "Hell's Kitchen" and "MasterChef." While some audiences criticized his harsh approach, others found his honesty refreshing. He used his television success to open restaurants in many countries and wrote several bestselling cookbooks.
Today, Gordon Ramsay owns dozens of restaurants worldwide and continues to host popular TV shows. He has earned multiple Michelin stars for his restaurants and has become one of the wealthiest chefs in the world. His inspiring journey shows that people can achieve great success through hard work and determination.
What caused Gordon Ramsay to give up his dream of playing professional soccer?
- His father's alcoholism
- A serious knee injury
- His family's constant moving
- His decision to focus on cooking
Why did several head chefs refuse to hire Gordon Ramsay at first?
- He was considered too young.
- He didn’t have enough money for culinary school.
- He wasn’t able to speak the local languages.
- He lacked experience and had a strong personality.
According to the passage, all of the following are true EXCEPT _____.
- Ramsay’s first restaurant was highly praised by critics.
- Ramsay became famous for his kind and patient attitude on cooking shows.
- His father’s drinking problem caused challenges during his childhood.
- His restaurants have been awarded Michelin stars.
The word "others" in paragraph 4 refers to _____.
- amateur cooks
- cooking shows
- audiences
- restaurants
The word "inspiring" in paragraph 5 is CLOSEST in meaning to _____.
- motivating
- challenging
- overwhelming
- entertaining
Write a biography (180-200 words) about someone that inspiries you.
Your writing should include the following information:
- His/Her early life
- His/Her career and achievements
- His/Her influence