Intermediate 1: Living without money

Is it possible to live without money? Let's meet Heidemarie Schwermer and see what she says!

• Is it possible to feel rich without possessions? 
• Can you live happily without money? 
• Would you like to live like her? Why / why not?

Please, give us your opinion!

Intermediate 1: Childhood anecdotes

One day I was riding my tricycle in my backyard when I wondered if I could ride it with my eyes closed. So I shut my eyes and began riding. Next thing I knew I was cold and wet, I had ridden my trike right into the swimming pool, and my mom (who is very tiny, only 5'4" and 95lbs} had to jump in after me. I refused to let go of my trike, so she had to pull me out with it!

http://www.experienceproject.com/groups/Have-A-Funny-Childhood-Story-To-Tell-You/133322

What's your anecdote? Please, share it with us!

Intermediate & Advanced 1 - Information sheet year 2012/13

This is the information that I explained to you in class regarding this course. 

You have the photocopy but you can also download the document (download the image to make it bigger)!

European general strike: 14th Novembre 2012

No class today! We are joining the strike.

The best is yet to come!

This week's news has undoubtedly been Obama's re-election. 

Let's watch the following video and believe that the best is yet to come!

Advanced 1: Halloween video - Answer key

1. The celebration dates back to….

 Celtic rituals.

2. What was the origin of Halloween?

The origin was to scare away spirits.

3. Which US state was the first to celebrate Halloween? When?

Northern State of Minessota in 1921.

4. How do people understand the holiday according to the expert?

People don’t view the holiday as just one day anymore. It’s an entire month-long or season-long celebration.

5. Which activities can children do at the farm?

Go on hayrides, enjoy Halloween games and pick up the perfect pumpkin.

6. How much are consumers going to spend on Halloween this year? How?

Consumers are going to spend nearly 5 billion dollars on a combination of costumes, candy and decorations.

7. What do the keepers of the National Zoo in Washington do for Halloween?

They celebrate their Annual Halloween Event where the kids dress up and the animals get treats.

Intermediate 1: Halloween video - Answer key

Watch the video and say if these sentences are True or False:

1. Halloween is celebrated on a different day every year.

False. It’s always celebrated on 31^st October.

2. Children say “Treat or Trick” to get some chocolate.

False. They say it to get some candy.

3. The first state to celebrate Halloween was:

a)      Louisiana in 1921

b)     Minessota in 1921  X

c)      Minessota in 1821

4. People celebrate Halloween for longer that they used to.

True. Nowadays it’s a  month-long or season-long celebration.

5. The keepers dress the animal in Halloween costumes.

False. The kids dress up  and the animal get treats.

Correction code: WRITINGS