Identifying mistakes in a writing task.

 

Model containing mistakes (≈4.63/10)

Title: Bad experience in Conrad Hotel (14 mistakes)

I book the romance package the last summer for me and my girlfriend. We was very excited because on the website it say there will be red petals, wine and chocolates, but when we arrived to the hotel, none of this was in the room. The suite was very small and we don’t have view to the Hudson River.

Also the air conditioning no work and the staff wasn’t very friendly, they don’t help us. For the breakfast, there was a lot of people and we must wait thirty minutes. The experience was very bad and for me it’s not a five stars hotel. It was a dissapointed experience and that’s why I don’t recommend this place for couples.

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Binomials: definitions.

This is the explanation of the binomials that we studied in class last week. If you still have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask me. 

 

checks and balances = sets of rules that help to prevent a person or group from exerting too much
power in an organization

here and there = in different places

hit and miss = not planned or done carefully and so not likely to be successful

hustle and bustle = a large amount of activity and noise

law and order = a situation characterized by respect for and obedience to the law and the authorities

long and hard = very carefully (usually used in the expression Think long and hard)

out and about = active, doing things you usually do, especially when you haven’t been able to for some
time

rise and fall = the best and worst moment of something (e.g. a culture, a political power, a
product)

rules and regulations = guidelines made by an authority to control the way things are done or how
people behave

safe and sound = still alive and healthy after a dangerous situation

straight and narrow = morally acceptable (usually in the expression The straight and narrow)

to and fro = alternating movements in opposite directions 

 

 

Where in the world? Reading activity.

Read these extracts from the guide "Lonely Planet". Guess what city they're talking about in each extract and then do activities 1, 3 and 5 in the "Lexis" section. 

 

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When graffiti ends up in art galleries.

 Watch this video and then, do activites 1 and 2 in your photocopy (here, they are numbered 4 and 5)

 

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Advanced Art Vocabulary (C1 level adjectives)

 This is a list with 25 advanced adjectives that will be useful when you talk about art.

1. Evocative – Bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.
2. Provocative – Intending to provoke thought or a strong reaction.
3. Thought-provoking – Stimulating careful consideration or reflection.
4. Groundbreaking – Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative.
5. Monumental – Extremely large, important, or impressive.
6. Understated – Subtle and not overly obvious or dramatic.
7. Surreal – Dream-like, unreal, often irrational or fantastical.
8. Expressive – Showing emotion clearly and effectively.
9. Dynamic – Full of energy and movement; lively.
10. Minimalist – Characterised by simplicity and the use of minimal elements.
11. Symbolic – Representing something beyond the literal.
12. Vibrant – Full of life, energy, or bright colours.
13. Melancholic – Reflecting sadness or pensiveness.
14. Haunting – Difficult to forget; emotionally powerful.
15. Gritty – Realistic and raw, often showing harsh realities.
16. Intricate – Very detailed and complex.
17. Ethereal – Delicate, light, and seeming not of this world.
18. Timeless – Not affected by time; classic.
19. Daring – Bold and adventurous in concept or execution.
20. Controversial – Likely to cause public disagreement or debate.
21. Masterful – Done with great skill or expertise.
22. Innovative – Featuring new and original ideas.
23. Captivating – Holding your attention completely; fascinating.
24. Visionary – Inspired, imaginative, and often futuristic.
25. Sophisticated – Complex and refined in style or technique.

Art in the city: Speaking.

Follow the instructions and do the activities. Click here to check the document. 

Art in the city: "Why are pictures worth a thousand words?"

 Read this text called "Why are pictures worth a thousand words?" and do activities 2a, 2b, 3 and 5a.

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