Lesson 93: Problem points
A lesson on overcoming typical difficulties in English – pronunciation, grammar and key phrases on topics such as cigarette smoke, seat belts, Friday the 13th and clothes.
About this lesson
In this lesson we will focus on the most common difficulties in learning English. You will learn how to overcome typical mistakes in pronunciation, grammar and the use of phrases that cause trouble for learners. The topics include cigarette smoke, seat belts, Friday the 13th and clothes that fit well. Through practical exercises you will develop confident and accurate English.
40 minutes
What you'll learn
- Recognise and correctly use key vocabulary on the topics of the lesson.
- Avoid typical grammar mistakes at A2 level.
- Form sentences with modal verbs and phrasal verbs correctly.
- Understand and use expressions related to rules, prohibitions and superstitions.
- Speak confidently on the familiar topics using the phrases you have learned.
Lesson vocabulary
- cigarette smoke Cigarette smoke is bad for your health.
- seatbelt Please fasten your seatbelt before the car moves.
- fasten You must fasten your seatbelt on the plane.
- fit These pants fit me perfectly.
- pants I need pants that fit well.
- superstition Friday the 13th is a popular superstition.
- unlucky Some people think Friday the 13th is unlucky.
- rule There is a rule against smoking here.
- sign There is a 'No Smoking' sign on the wall.
- allowed Smoking is not allowed in this building.
- avoid Many people avoid travelling on Friday the 13th.
- common It is a common belief that black cats are unlucky.
- tight These jeans are too tight for me.
- loose She prefers loose trousers for work.
- uncomfortable Pants that don't fit are uncomfortable to wear.
In other languages: Български