Destination B1, slide 34, unit 8. Prepositions of time and Place
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When you hear the final whistle, slide 13

Prepositions Test

Stop worrying about your exam – everything will be fine.

I’ve waited for Judy for 30 minutes. I’m going home.

Stop talking and concentrate on your work.

Don’t forget to pay for the newspaper.

He explained the computer program to me.

I don’t know what we’ll do at the weekend. It depends on the weather.

She will arrive in Beijing at 3pm.

I like to listen to the radio when I wake up.

He borrowed £20 from his brother.

Who does this coat belong to?

She left without paying for the meal.

It was so hot, I couldn’t concentrate on my book.

Mothers always worry about their children.

Please explain the meaning of this word to your classmates.

I’m fed up with waiting for spring.

That car belongs to my father.

She listens to opera on the tube.

A: Which university will you go to? B: It depends on my exam results.

A lot of people borrow money from the bank.

When she arrived at the pub, it was already closed.

Tenses.

Use the verbs in brackets to complete the sentences. Use the correct tense. 1. When I  (look) out of the window, I  (see) John. 2.  you ever  (play) the piano since you left school? 3. I  (not see) him for two days. 4. When he  (try) to open the door, he  (drop) his key. 5. They  (live) in this house since 1987. 6. My father  (wash) his car while my mother and I  (prepare) dinner. 7.  you  (meet) her yesterday? 8. Mary  (be) in London for three days. 9. The headmaster  (enter) the classroom when they  (write) their exams. 10. He  (buy) a new car last week. 11. I think that they  (arrive) tomorrow morning. 12. Last Wednesday they  (play) chess after they  (do) their homework.

When I looked out of the window, I saw John.

Have you ever played the piano since you left school?

I haven’t seen him for two days.

When he tried to open the door, he dropped his key.

They have lived in this house since 1987.

My father was washing his car while my mother and I were preparing dinner.

Did you meet her yesterday?

Mary has been in London for three days.

The headmaster entered the classroom when they were writing their exams.

He bought a new car last week.

I think that they will arrive tomorrow morning.

Last Wednesday they played chess after they had done their homework.

How Important is Money to You?

Money is useful because it helps us afford food, clothes, and other essentials. It makes life easier, but it cannot buy happiness, love, or faith. These are priceless, so while money matters, it’s not everything.

UNIT 5 — Past Perfect Simple & Past Perfect Continuous

Complete using the correct past perfect simple form

1. By the time I arrived, everyone had left.
2. Steve had already seen the film, so he didn’t come with us to the cinema.
3. Tina hadn’t finished doing the housework by seven o’clock, so she called Andrea to tell her she would be late.
4. Had you just spoken to Billy when I rang?
5. The car broke down just after we had set off.
6. I didn’t eat anything at the party because I had already eaten at home.
7. Had you heard about the accident before you saw it on TV?

Choose the sentence (A or B) which means the same as the first sentence

1. We’d had dinner when Wendy arrived. → B
2. I read the book after I’d seen the film. → A
3. By the time Dad came home, I’d gone to bed. → A
4. She didn’t go to bed until her mum had come home. → B
5. Mr Banks hadn’t arrived at the office by the time I got there. → A
6. They’d bought the plane tickets before they heard about the cheaper flight. → A
7. The girls had tidied the house when the visitors arrived. → B

Write sentences using the prompts (past perfect simple)

1. We had just heard the news when you rang.
2. I had already thought of that before you suggested it.
3. When I turned on the TV, the programme had already started.
4. She was hungry because she hadn’t eaten anything all day.
5. By the time I left school, I had decided to become a musician.

Complete using the past perfect continuous

1. She was tired because she had been running.
2. They were hot because they had been dancing.
3. The garden was flooded because it had been raining all night.
4. Did they crash because they had been driving too fast?
5. When I arrived, they had been waiting for over half an hour.
6. When I got there, they hadn’t been waiting long.

Choose the correct answer

1. I’d only been doing the washing-up for a few minutes when Clare came home.
2. Had you already given James his birthday present when we gave him ours?
3. Gail hadn’t told me that she would help me.
4. Mum had been drinking her cup of tea for several minutes before she realised it had salt in it.
5. We’d been getting ready all day when they called to say the party had been cancelled.
6. It was a fantastic experience because I’d never flown in a plane before.

Find and correct extra words

1. had — correct
2. had came → had come
3. I’d been expecting — correct
4. I knew I’d been done quite well → had done
5. as I had opened the envelope → opened
6. Before I’d had a chance — correct
7. She had read — correct
8. which I hadn’t been making sure about → wasn’t sure about
9. they immediately started been shouting → shouting
10. had yet told the neighbours → had already told

My Favorite Sport

My favorite sport is Krav Maga.

My favorite sport is Krav Maga. its a Israeli martial arts and It is not just a sport, but a real self-defense system. Krav Maga teaches how to protect yourself in dangerous situations and stay calm under pressure. It focuses on speed, power, and simple techniques that work in real life. It also builds confidence, discipline, and mental strength.

Writing. My eating habits / While writing you may use ideas from the texts and use the words you have learned from the Vocabulary Unit “Food and Restaurants” slide 145.
Destination B1, slide 13, vocabulary.

My eating habits

I try to eat healthy and keep my body strong. I don’t eat too much junk food, and I focus on protein, fruits, and good carbs. I drink a lot of water and avoid too much sugar. Sometimes I enjoy a cheat meal, but most of the time I eat clean to stay fit for boxing.

Getting to know each other”. Choose questions you would like to answer, either prepare a video presentation or write a short review.

1․Tell me about yourself. Where were you born? Where do you live at the moment?  What have you studied?

my name is Alex, im born in Armenia, im live in Erevan, im studiy in school

2. How long have you been studying English?

long time

3. Are you good at cooking/swimming/etc?

Yes kind of

4. What are your goals in life?

be a good Father

5. Who do you admire most in the world and why?

Jesus Christ, because he is a God and Human

6. What don’t you like doing?

Things I shouldn’t do.

9. Do you remember your last dream or any particular dream?

no i don’t
10. Can you remember a story from childhood?

which story?
11. Do you remember any strange or dangerous situation in your life?

yes, one time in deep pool, i almost drowned.
12. Do you live in a house or an apartment?

apartment
13Have you ever lived in another country?

yes
14 Have you ever met a famous person?

Yes, a lot of them.
15. How do you spend your free time?

Reading a Bible
16. How hard are you willing to work to get what you want?

as hard as i can
17. What are your hobbies?

Boxing
18. What is your motto?

Isaias 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you;
    do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

19. What kind of people do you like?

Loyal, Getting into position, mutual respect
20. What languages do you speak?

i speak 4 language, Armenian, Russian, English and Spanish(Mexico)
21. Are you a ‘morning’ or ‘night’ person?

Night or early in the morning
23. What do you want to improve about yourself?

i guess everything
24. Would you like to be famous?

Yes
25. What motivates you?

That Jesus and my Parents gave me a life and everything

How to make a portfolio for students?

Online platforms are available to make digital portfolios MySphere, Google Sites, FlipGrid, See Saw, and a few more. When starting to build a digital portfolio, let students choose the medium of expression/platform or guide them in choosing one. Some might prefer to start their blog, some may want to form a series of videos, some may want to visually illustrate their learning journey and others may find joy in building a website of their own. It’s important to plan what would be included in a portfolio early on so students can structure their portfolios accordingly. Students can select their work, organize it in the portfolio, and write reflections periodically. Check out this article – How to Get Started with a Digital Portfolio to gain a detailed understanding of a student portfolio and how to make the most out of it.

A student’s portfolio is a valuable tool for showcasing their academic and personal development, skills, and achievements. The specific questions to include in a student’s portfolio can vary depending on the purpose of the portfolio and the student’s goals. Here are some questions and elements that can be included:

Online platforms are available to make digital portfolios MySphere, Google Sites, FlipGrid, See Saw, and a few more. When starting to build a digital portfolio, let students choose the medium of expression/platform or guide them in choosing one. Some might prefer to start their blog, some may want to form a series of videos, some may want to visually illustrate their learning journey and others may find joy in building a website of their own. It’s important to plan what would be included in a portfolio early on so students can structure their portfolios accordingly. Students can select their work, organize it in the portfolio, and write reflections periodically. Check out this article – How to Get Started with a Digital Portfolio to gain a detailed understanding of a student portfolio and how to make the most out of it.

A student’s portfolio is a valuable tool for showcasing their academic and personal development, skills, and achievements. The specific questions to include in a student’s portfolio can vary depending on the purpose of the portfolio and the student’s goals. Here are some questions and elements that can be included:

Introduction:
Hi, I’m Alex. I’m a disciplined, focused student with a strong mindset and clear goals. The purpose of this portfolio is to show my growth, skills, and achievements as I work toward becoming an officer. I’m passionate about learning, physical fitness, leadership, and preparing myself for challenges ahead.

Academic Achievements:
I take my studies seriously and focus on subjects that help me reach my goals. I aim for excellence in every course and push myself to understand things deeply. I have a strong interest in business, chemistry (for parfurmery), and strategy, which will help me in my future career.

Projects and Assignments:
I’ve completed various school projects and personal assignments that teach me discipline, planning, and problem-solving. Each project helps me learn something new about myself and improve my skills.

Extracurricular Activities:
I train in boxing, which has taught me focus, discipline, and mental strength. I also enjoy learning languages (I know 4) and working on personal development projects. These activities make me more confident, strong, and ready to lead.

Skills and Competencies:

• Physical strength & discipline – trained for endurance and power, setting personal records in boxing.
• Leadership & strategy – take responsibility seriously and plan carefully.
• Languages – I speak Armenian, Russian, English, and Spanish.
• Problem-solving & intelligence – I think ahead, adapt fast, and stay calm under pressure.

Goals and Aspirations:
My short-term goal is to train hard, learn business and chemistry skills, and build my knowledge. Long-term, I aim to become an officer, leading with integrity, strength, and wisdom. I’m taking steps every day to grow physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Reflection:
I’ve learned that discipline, focus, and faith are key to success. Challenges don’t stop me; they make me stronger. I grow by learning from each experience, pushing my limits, and staying true to my values.

Visuals:
I include boxing training records, projects, language achievements, and personal goals. Photos, videos, and charts can show my progress and personal journey.

Modern graffiti began in big cities in the United States in the 1970s. In New York, young people wrote their names, or ‘tags’, in pen on walls around the city.

One of the first ‘taggers’ was a teenager called Demetrius. His tag was TAKI 183. He wrote his tag on walls and in stations in New York. Other teenagers saw Demetrius’s tag and started writing their tags too. Soon, there were tags on walls, buses and trains all over New York.

Then, some teenagers started writing their tags with aerosol paint. Their tags were bigger and more colourful. Aerosol paint graffiti became very popular in the 1970s and 1980s. It appeared on trains, buses and walls around the world.

In the 1990s and 2000s, a lot of graffiti artists started painting pictures. Some artists’ pictures were about politics. Other artists wanted to make cities beautiful and painted big, colourful pictures on city walls.

Graffiti in galleries

In some countries, writing or painting on walls is a crime. Sometimes, graffiti artists have problems with the police. In other countries, artists can draw and paint in certain places. For example, in Taiwan, there are ‘graffiti zones’ where artists can paint on walls. In São Paulo in Brazil, street artists can paint pictures on walls and houses. Their pictures are colourful and beautiful. Some tourists visit São Paulo just to see the street art!

In Bristol in the UK, there is a street art festival in August every year. Artists paint all the buildings in a street. Lots of people come to watch the artists and take photos. You can see exhibitions of street art in some galleries too. There have been exhibitions of street art in galleries in Paris, London and Los Angeles.

Who are the artists?

Some street artists have become famous. Here are three stars of the street art world:

• Os Gêmeos are twin brothers from São Paulo. They paint big, colourful pictures of people on buildings. In 2007, they painted a castle in Scotland!
• Blek le Rat is from Paris. He is famous for painting pictures of homeless people in big cities.
• Faith47 is from Cape Town in South Africa. She paints big, colourful pictures of people and animals. She likes painting in different places and you can find her work on pavements, postboxes, buses and, of course, on walls!

The future of street art

Many street artists use the internet to look at photos of street art from around the world. They communicate with other artists online and share ideas. Some street artists are famous and you can see their pictures in galleries. We don’t know about the future of street art, but it is here to stay for sure!

Robin Newton

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