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The Study Zone is for students of the English Language Centre (ELC) at the University of Victoria. ELC teachers create the English language lessons and practice exercises. The site is designed for our adult English language learners, but all are welcome to read the lessons and use the exercises.

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Detailed Description of English Media Lab

2009-09-06 - ESL Games and Exercises Online - Vocabulary Games, Hangman, Snakes and Ladders, Wheel Game, Maze Games, Memory Games and more

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2007-6-10 Fun English exercises with interactive online Crosswords, Word Search & Cloze exercises.

2007-1-7- Building vocabulary through prefixes & suffixes. See our Intermediate, Advanced & Grammar areas for interactive affixes quizzes. For teachers see English word formation Worksheets on the ESL Galaxy. 2006-12-20- Advanced/Upper intermediate quizzes updates. Interactive vocabulary and grammar quizzes for Advanced students have been updated.

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Hypothetical conditional. Watch this video with BooBoo Stewart, an actor who starred in Descendants, and catch sentences in the Hypothetical conditional (also known as Second conditional).

Vocabulary in context Entertainment 17 items

My name is and I am.. Watch this video and type expressions that we use to talk about names and age.

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Whatever, whenever or whoever? Fill the gaps.

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Our long-running series of topical discussion and new vocabulary, brought to you by your favourite BBC Learning English presenters.

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Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab has been providing online English listening comprehension activities for ESL and EFL learners since 1998. Visit Randall's other Web sites at DailyESL.com, EZslang.com, and Trainyouraccent.com for more language practice.

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Why speak English while traveling?

To exchange with the whole world

Speaking even only a few words and expressions in English will ensure that you will be able to communicate with most inhabitants of the world during your holidays abroad. Indeed, it has become the first language of international communication. It is also the most used on the Internet. Unless you are completely cut off from the rest of the world, you know at least these five very simple words:"yes", "no", "thank you", "hello", "goodbye" and this is already enough to establish a first relationship!

A social and professional marker

One may not ignore that it is a rich and subtle language in which each rule is accompanied by multiple exceptions, what makes it much more difficult to master than it seems. You can limit yourself to the "Globish" (term created by the association of "Global" + "English") - a sort of functional Esperanto formed from a simplified language that does not care too much about the grammar rules - or go further and discover its infinite subtleties. Furthermore, it is important to know that not speaking a minimal amount of this language is likely to exclude you from many circles.

Make a success of your stay in an English-speaking country

Whether you are going to spend a few days with friends for a leisure trip or if you are on a business trip, nothing will be more useful to you than to be able to slip a few words in the language of your interlocutors, who will appreciate your effort and will be certainly more willing to help.

The second most spoken language in the world

After Chinese (known as standard or Mandarin), English is the second most spoken language in the world. This is what our ranking shows. But in reality it occupies the first place in the ranking if we take into account its geographical spread throughout the world. Indeed, you will find people who speak this language everywhere, while Chinese speakers are mainly concentrated in Asia.

How to succeed in having good pronunciation within a week to a month?

h3>Many rules ... And even more exceptions: you will have to make an effort English pronunciation is quite puzzling, not only because many sounds are specific to it, but also because it is often necessary to learn a lot of exceptions once a rule is learned. For example, "h" is always "aspirated" at the beginning of the word, except for "Heir", "Hour", "Honor". A Dutch poet, Gerald Nolst Trenite, has put this question in a well-known poem, The Chaos by Gerald Nolst Trenite. Moreover, the pronunciation of sentences must respect a certain melody and each syllable within a word is subject to a particular intonation - which is called the tonic accent. And to complete this picture, a rule valid in England will not necessarily be followed in the United States or in Australia.
However, don't let it discourage you: even if it takes several years with intensive practice to get a perfect accent, you can quickly make yourself understood in a fairly simple context, because your interlocutor will undoubtedly try to recognize your intentions. For example, if in a bar you order "a Bear" instead of "a Beer", there is little chance that you will be brought a bear to drink! We have put together a series of videos to help you understand all these rules and to acquire very good pronunciation: improve your English pronunciation.

The alphabet

The alphabet is composed of 26 letters from the Latin alphabet.
We invite you to listen to the pronunciation of the letters by clicking on the following link: English alphabet with audio.

What are the best websites to progress quickly?

100% Autonomous Learning - Online Resources

→ BBC Learning English

Level: for people with first notions. It requires knowing how to get the right information by yourself.
Services: numerous multimedia resources, games and tests.
Our opinion: our favorite site, but it requires you to spend some time in it. This is a very good complement to our service: once you are familiar with this language pronunciation and main expressions, you will make rapid progress on the BBC website.

→ British Council - Learn English Central

Level: requires already a good level.
Services: numerous resources entrenched in the news and classified by theme.
Our opinion: our second favorite site, which also requires a real desire to use it. Once this is done, you will not be able to do without it thanks to its countless and high quality resources.

Study abroad

Studying abroad is the best way to progress quickly and to consolidate your knowledge. How to find your school and organize your stay? We suggest you an organization that takes care of everything for you. It is not just anyone since it is the world leader in this field.

Who made the translations and sound recordings of this site?

The translations were made by our company. The sound recordings were made by Antony Hickling for the man's voice, and by Bibi Jacob for the woman's voice.

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The Reading and Use of English exam consists of seven parts. Parts 1-4 (use of English) test aspects of comprehension, grammar and vocabulary, and parts 5-7 (reading) test your comprehension of different types of reading text. If you haven't already, you should look at the Cambridge B2 First website for details and some official practice.

One of the best things you can do to prepare is lots and lots of reading - books, magazines, blogs - anything to give you a 'feel' for the language. The grammar and vocabulary below might also help you to focus your studies in preparation for the Use of English questions.

Overview of Use of English

Essential language and grammar for B2 First

Useful vocabulary: word formation

Vocabulary: Phrasal Verbs

If you don't have much time to prepare, please don't get too stressed about phrasal verbs. They are useful, but if you look at past exam papers you'll see that there are only usually two or three Use of English questions with these, and it's very difficult to predict which ones you might come across ( ? phrasal verb for 'encounter'). If you have lots of preparation time though, you should note down and learn phrasal verbs which come up in your reading - they may come in useful! There are also more phrasal verbs practice exercises here, aimed at learners at B2 and C1 level.

Vocabulary: Expressions

Vocabulary: Collocations

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What is IELTS?

IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is the language of communication.

IELTS is jointly managed by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL), British Council and IDP: IELTS Australia. IELTS conforms to the highest international standards of language assessment.

IELTS is recognised by universities and employers in many countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and the USA. It is also recognised by professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies.

Note: This website is not affiliated, approved or endorsed by the University of Cambridge ESOL, the British Council, and IDP Education Australia.

Where can I take IELTS?

More than 1,100 test centers around the world administer IELTS. Most test centers are run by the British Council, IELTS Australia, or universities and language schools. Some testing centers also offer off-site testing for large groups by prior arrangement with IELTS. Contact your local examination center or visit www.ielts.org to find out where the nearest IELTS test center is located.

Where can I find information about registering for the test?

You can contact your nearest examination center or visit the official IELTS website for more information about application procedures and the location of a test center near you.

The Test Format

There are four sub-tests, or modules, to the IELTS test: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Students must sit all four sub-tests. While all students take the same Listening and Speaking tests, they sit different Reading and Writing tests, depending on whether they have selected the Academic Module or the General Training Module.

On the day of the test, the four subsections will be taken in the following order:

Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes

The Speaking test may even take place a day or two later at some centres.

IELTS Listening test lasts for about 30 minutes. It consists of four sections, played on cassette tape, in order of increasing difficulty. Each section might be a dialogue or a monologue. The test is played once only, and the questions for each section must be answered while listening, although time is given for students to check their answers.

IELTS Reading test lasts for 60 minutes. Students are given an Academic Reading test, or a General Training Reading test. Both tests consist of three sections, and in both tests the sections are in order of increasing difficulty.

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IELTS Speaking test consists of a one-to-one interview with a specially trained examiner. The interview is recorded and has three separate parts:
An introduction and interview, an individual long turn where the candidate speaks for one or two minutes on a particular topic, and a two-way discussion thematically linked to the individual long turn. This interview will last for approximately 11-14 minutes.

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The Test of English as a Foreign Language is an exam developed by ETS that measures the ability of non-native English speakers to function in an academic setting. Many colleges and universities, especially in the United States, require ESL students to submit a TOEFL score before they can apply to a program. The test evaluates listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. The TOEFL is not for beginner ESL students. It is designed for advanced learners who are ready to prove that they have the ability to live and study in an English environment. It is important that you familiarize yourself with the test that you will be taking. The majority of test centers are now using the Internet Based TOEFL (iBT). Before beginning the following practice pages, check with your local test center to confirm that the iBT is available in your region.

TOEFL scores may be aligned to the Common European Framework.

Paper-Based TOEFL (PBT)

In areas where the Internet-Based TOEFL (see below) is not available, the Paper-Based TOEFL is used. The total time you will spend taking the paper-based test is 2.5 hours.

Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT)

The TOEFL iBT is intended to replace previous versions of the test. It is gradually becoming available worldwide. Changes include the elimination of the structure section, and the addition of the speaking and writing section. Integrated tasks that require the test taker to combine more than one skill have also been added. Some stylistic changes related to language have also been made in order to make the spoken exchanges as realistic as possible. The aim of the TOEFL remains the same as it has in previous forms. A TOEFL iBT score measures the communication skills of those who wish to enter a post-secondary educational facility where English is the native language.

Here is the format of the TOEFL, showing the differences between the paper-based, and internet-based versions. The TWE is required for all PBT takers. An optional TSE (Test of Spoken English) is available for PBT takers who require a Speaking score. Please note, the practice session that follows is based on the NEW internet-based TOEFL (iBT) as the previous versions are being discontinued.

TOEFL Format

Paper-based Test (PBT)

Listening
30 minutes
Part A: Short dialogues
Part B: Long conversations
Part C: Mini-lectures

Structure & Written Expression
25 minutes
Sentence completion (15 questions)
Error recognition (25 questions)

Reading
55 minutes
(50 questions - approx. 5 passages)

Writing TWE (Test of Written English)
30 Minutes
1 essay topic

Internet-based Test (iBT)

Reading
60-100 minutes
3-5 passages (12-14 questions each)

Listening
60-90 minutes
4-6 lectures and academic discussions (6 questions each)
2-3 conversations (5 questions each)

Speaking
20 minutes
6 tasks (2 independent, 4 integrated)

Writing
50 minutes
1 integrated task, 1 independent task

TOEFL Practice
Examples for each section of the TOEFL(iBT), including audio, explanatary answers, and sample responses. Note: These practice sessions contain questions that are similar to the real TOEFL exam.

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People write business letters and emails for a variety of reasons such as requesting information, to conduct transactions, to secure employment, and so on. Effective business correspondence should be clear and concise, respectful in tone, and formatted properly. By breaking down a business letter into its basic components, you can learn how to communicate effectively and improve your skills as a writer.

A typical business letter contains three sections, an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.

1. The Introduction: The introduction indicates who the writer is addressing. If you're writing to someone you don't know or have met only briefly, the introduction may also a brief reason of why you're writing. Typically, the introduction is only a sentence or two in length.

2. The Body: The letters body is where you state your business. This section may be as short as a few sentences or several paragraphs in length. It all depends on the degree of detail necessary to describe the subject at hand.

3. The Conclusion: The conclusion is the final section where you'll call for future action. This can be a chance to talk in person, to request additional information, or to conduct a transaction. Like the introduction, this section should be no more than a sentence or two and must make clear what you would like from the person reading your letter.

The Introduction

The tone of the introduction depends on your relationship to the letter recipient. If you're addressing a close friend or a business colleague, using their first name is acceptable. But if you're writing to someone you do not know, it's best to address them formally in the greeting. If you do not know the name of the person you're writing to, use their title or a general form of address.

Dear personnel director

Dear sir or madam

Dear Dr., Mr., Mrs., Ms. (Last name)

Dear Frank (use this if the person is a close business contact or friend)

Writing to a specific person is always preferred. Generally speaking, use Mr. when addressing men and Ms. for women in the greeting. Only use the title of Doctor for those in the medical profession. While you should always begin a business letter with the word "Dear," doing so is an option for business emails, which are less formal.

If you're writing to someone you don't know or have met only in passing, you may want to follow the greeting by providing some context for why you're contacting that person.

With reference to your advertisement in the Times...

I'm am following up on our phone call yesterday.

Thank you for your letter of March 5.

The majority of a business letter is contained in the body. This is where the writer states his or her reason for corresponding. For example:

I am writing to inquire about the position posted in The Daily Mail.

I am writing to confirm the shipment details on order # 2346.

I am writing to apologize for the difficulties you experienced last week at our branch.

Once you have stated the general reason for writing your business letter, use the body to provide additional details. For example, you may be sending a client important documents to sign, apologizing to a customer for poor service, requesting information from a source, or some other reason. Whatever the reason, remember to use language that is courteous and polite.

I would be grateful to meet with you next week.

Would you possibly have time for a meeting next week?

I would be delighted to give you a tour of our facility this coming month.

Unfortunately, we will have to postpone the meeting until June 1.

Enclosed you will find a copy of the contract. Please sign where indicated.

It is customary to include some closing remarks after you've stated your business in the body of the letter. This is your opportunity to reinforce your relationship with the recipient, and it should just be a sentence.

Please contact us again if we can help in any way.

If you have any questions, feel free to call me.

You can also use the closing to request or offer future contact with the reader.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Please contact my assistant to schedule an appointment.

The final thing all business letters need is a salutation, where you say your goodbyes to the reader. As with the introduction, how you write the salutation will depend on your relationship to the recipient.

For clients that you're not on a first-name basis with, use:

Yours faithfully (if you don't know the name of the person you're writing to)

Yours sincerely, (if you do know the name of the person you're writing to.

If you are on a first-name basis, use:

Best wishes, (if you're acquaintances)

Best regards or Regards (if the person is a close friend or contact)

Sample Business Letter

Ken's Cheese House
34 Chatley Avenue
Seattle, WA 98765

October 23, 2017

Fred Flintstone
Sales Manager
Cheese Specialists Inc.
456 Rubble Road
Rockville, IL 78777

Dear Mr. Flintstone,

With reference to our telephone conversation today, I am writing to confirm your order for: 120 x Cheddar Deluxe Ref. No. 856.

The order will be shipped within three days via UPS and should arrive at your store in about 10 days.

Please contact us again if we can help in any way.

Yours sincerely,
Kenneth Beare
Director of Ken's Cheese House

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