Word stress
Identify the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables
Learning English
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US or UK pronunciation
Can you tell the difference between UK and US English?
Intonation
Learn how intonation can affect the meaning of certain words
Money matters
Read a text about money matters and answer some questions
Text messages
Can you understand the general idea in these text messages?
Word stress four syllable words
Identify the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in these long words
The world of work
This reading exercise looks at language used in a job application
Property for sale
Read a description of a property for sale and answer some questions
Science fiction
This reading and writing activity practises understanding text structure through referencing words and various types of linkers and discourse markers.
Forensic linguistics
Read the text about the role of forensic linguistics in solving crimes. Then answer the question to practise the full range of reading skills required for reading discursive texts on academic subjects.
Ethical journalism
Ethical journalism is the idea of reporting things accurately and fairly. This reading activity practises the full range of skills required for reading discursive texts on academic subjects.
Stressed words and meaning
Listen to the speaker stress a particular word and understand how this can illustrate the speaker's attitude. Match the statement with its meaning.
Understanding socio-cultural references
Read the text about understanding social-cultural references. Then answer the question to practise the full range of skills required for reading discursive texts on academic subjects.