Last practice before Tuesday's Exam

Have a look at this test before the exam.

London Secret Garden

London is full of green spaces, but there is one many people walk by on a daily basis, unaware of its existence. A serene hideaway, it’s tucked within the remains of St. Dunstan-in-the-East, a church that was bombed during World War II. Visit this sweet spot.

Dirty Phones?

In this science experiment, some British teenagers discover how dirty their phones really are...

And yours?

Food Waste Rebel

We waste at least a third of the world's food. National Geographic Emerging Explorer and activist Tristram Stuart says "ridiculously strict" cosmetic standards among consumers play a major role. His solution: Eat foods often considered too ugly to sell. Stuart works to inspire people to join a "food-waste revolution," with initiatives like volunteer harvest programs and free communal feasts of food that would otherwise be wasted

For more National Geographic Society .

Ing form or Infinitive form?

After certain verbs we use the -ing form, and after other verbs we use the infinitive. Sometimes we can use either form and there is no change in meaning. Occasionally we can use either form and there is a change in meaning.

Have a look at the image, watch the video, then read the conversation and answer the quiz.

Warrior Women

Game of Thrones is a TV series known for its battle scenes. 

In this video, watch two of the show's most popular actresses preparing to film their characters' dramatic fight scene.

Passive Voice

We use the passive, rather than the active, to show that we are more interested in a certain part of the sentence. The passive is usually formed by the verb to be + past participle.

First watch the video and pay attention to the sentences highlighted, then read this paper with the sentences explained, finally try the exercises to practice passive voice. 

Berlin Wall

In August it will be 63 years since construction workers began tearing up streets and erecting barriers in Berlin, and in November 35 years since its demolition. That night marked the beginning of one of history’s most infamous dividing lines: the Berlin Wall. Construction continued for a decade as the wall cut through neighborhoods, separated families, and divided not just Germany, but the world.

Doggy Emotions

Do you think your dog knows when you're happy, sad or angry? 

Watch this video to find out what scientists have discovered about the relationship 

between dogs and humans.