1. Enhancing my grammar comprehension
   
2. Expanding my vocabulary
   
3. Raising my level through this course
   

1. extra - a person who takes a small part in the film 
2. scene - a particular setting of the movie
3. on set - while filming the movie
4. shot - filming
5. epics - a poem about heroes
6. sequel - the order of events in the movie
7. cast - the main actors who are being shot
8. review - summary of the movie
9. audience - people who watch the movie
10. plot - the sequence of events in the movie

1. My friend was an extra in the movie which is called "Dastur".
2. The scene of the monster appearing scared me the most.
3. There were some problems with on set because of the weather. 
4. Many kazakh comedies were shot in my village.
5. Epics are too long to finish reading in one week.
6. The sequel of this movie is messed up so much that it was hard to understand at first.
7. The cast of this movie is organizing fansign in our city.
8. I like reading reviews after finishing a particular movie.
9. Probably the whole audience was shocked when the main character died.
10. The plot of this movie was conceived by famous producer Christopher Nolan. 

1. chin - the lower part of face
2. knees - something between thighs and foot that makes us be able to bend 
3. shoulders - part of the body between arms and neck
4. thumb - the first and thick finger
5. toes - five fingers of the foot
6. to nod - the sign of agreement
7. to stare - looking at something or someone for a long time
8. whistle - the sound made by our lips and teeth
9. narrow - small in length 
10. wide - greatest size in length, side, degree, etc.

1. Jane accidentally got hurt her chin.
2. Knees do important function in our movements.
3. Every single person needs someone to lean on their shoulders.
4. The sign which is made by our thumb means something is good. 
5. She wiggled her toes to reach the window handle. 
6. I nodded to him to show my agreement, but he did not notice.
7. An old man was staring at me in the bus which was so strange and scaring.
8. My dog reacts at the whistle more than other signs.
9. This road is so narrow for big trucks.
10. She has so beautiful and wide smile. 

1. Temple - side of the head behind the eyes
2. Septum - separates the left and right part of the nose
3. Earlobe - a soft, rounded lower part of the ear 
4. Toe - fingers of the foot
5. Palm - the fron middle part of the hand 
6. Iris - white part of the eye
7. Frowning - annoyed, angry
8. Squinting - making eyes narrower
9. To nod - the sign of the agreement
10. Staring - looking at something or someone for a long time

1. It is more effective to massage on the temple when we have a headache.
2. I have been dreaming of having a septum piercing since last summer. 
3. I quit to wear piercings so that my piercing on the earlobe is closed.
4. The most beautiful thing about ballerinas is when they stand on toes. 
5. According to Kazakhs, if the palm itches it brings money to the person. 
6. My bestfriend's iris of the eyes is sky blue.
7. My mother frowned when she saw my test results. 
8. Squinting is becoming my everyday habit since my eyes had damaged.
9. All of the students nodded when teacher asked them if they wanted a break.
10. People stared at me in the bus because of my festival costume. 

1. Roof - the outside ceiling of the house
2. Chimney - used to deduce the smoke by fireplace
3. Attic - inside the roof
4. Basement - the floor below the ground
5. Gate - the door used at the entrance
6. Terrace - an open area outside the house on the ground
7. Cushion - pillow
8. Heating system - battery, used to heat the room 
9. Outskirts - far from the city but still part of the city
10. Switches - used to switch the light 

1. Many of the houses' roofs were blown by the strong wind during the storm. 
2. Chimney has to be cleaned once a year.
3. The pigeons have been living in the attic of our house since spring. 
4. Basement is the most suitable place in the house to save unnecessary things. 
5. We installed gates with a code for our safety.
6. My grandparents used to love to drink tea sitting on our terrace. 
7. I always need cushion to sleep in comfort.
8. The heating system was not working so that we had to sleep with a duvet.
9. The department store is located outskirts of the city, far from my house.
10. I always forget to clean the switches while during the housework. 

1. to set up - to start
2. unemployed - without a job
3. to resign - to leave job voluntarily
4. to retire - to leave job by certain age to quit 
5. was made redundant - leaving job because it is not needed anymore
6. was sacked - was fired
7. to apply for - to register
8. to get promoted - to get high status
9. work shifts - working in turn
10. to run - to lead, manage
    Sentences:
    1. She wants to set up an online shop
    2. He has been unemployed since october.
    3. I have resigned from my job due to health problems.
    4. My grandmother has retired from job at the age of 63.
    5. Most of the translators were made redundant because of the new technology that was set up in our company.
    6. My neighbor was sacked from his job because of the regular absense.
    7. I have applied for the job of my dream.
    8. My father got promoted so that his salary is higher now.
    9. I am getting used to the work shift at night.
    10. My family run a restaurant at the center of the city.

The passive voice is used to show interest in the person or object that experiences an action rather than the person or object that performs the action.

1. Sales representatives from all the regions attended the meeting.
   The meeting was attended by sales representatives from all the regions.
   

2.  The management will discuss the problem next week.
   The problem will be discussed by the management next week.
   

3.  My assistant sent you the invoice last Monday.
   The invoice was sent to you by my assistant last Monday.
   

4. They invited her to explain her reasons for making the changes.
   She was invited to explain her reasons for making the changes.
   

5. You can find the order form on the last page of the catalogue.
   The order form can be found on the last page of the catalogue.
   

6. When will the IT guy install the software?
   When will the software be installed by the IT guy?
   

7. The committee will not announce the decision until next week.
   The decision will not be announced by the committee until next week.
   

8. My colleague hasn't introduced me to Dr Young yet.
   I haven't been introduced to Dr Young yet.
   

9. They expect better results soon.
   Better results are expected soon.
   

10. You can use this paper for any kind of printer.
    This paper can be used for any kind of printer.
    

Resource: https://speakspeak.com/english-grammar-exercises/intermediate/passive-forms

6B: Modals of deduction(might, can't, must) are used for

guessing if something is true using the available information.

1. Paul is behaving in a very unusual way. I think he ______ again.
   
   
   

   • a. can't drink
     

   • b. can be drinking
     

   • c. might be drinking
     

2. If Suzan said that, it ______ true. She never lies.
   
   
   

   • a. might be
     

   • b. must be
     

   • c. can be
     

3. Sorry, but I'm not Connor. You ______ me for someone else.
   
   
   

   • a. might be confusing
     

   • b. must confuse
     

   • c. must be confusing
     

4. You have walked for ten hours. You ______ exhausted.
   
   
   

   • a. can be
     

   • b. can't be
     

   • c. must be
     

5. He ______ his son, they look completely different.
   
   
   

   • a. might be
     

   • b. can't be
     

   • c. must not be
     

Resource: https://test-english.com/grammar-points/b1/modal-verbs-of-deduction/2/

7A: Live and learn

First conditional and future time clauses

We use the first conditional when we talk about future situations we believe are real or possible.

1. If you send this letter now, she will receive it tomorrow.
   

2. If I do this test, I will improve my English.
   

3. If I find your ring, I will give it back to you.
   

4. Peggy will go shopping if she has time in the afternoon.
   

5. Simon will go to London next week if he gets a cheap flight.
   

6. If her boyfriend does not phone today, she will leave him.
   

7. If they do not study harder, they will not pass the exam.
   

8. If it rains tomorrow, I will not have to water the plants.
   

9. You will not be able to sleep if you watch this scary film.
   

10. Susan cannot move into the new house if it is not ready on time
    

https://www.ego4u.com/en/cram-up/grammar/conditional-sentences/type-1/exercises?02

1. I'll do my homework before I watch TV.
   

2. We'll go to the cinema as soon as we finish work.
   

3. While Richard is watching the game this afternoon, he won't answer his phone.
   

4. Before dad arrives home, I'll finish this essay.
   

5. I'll have a shower when I finish breakfast.
   

6. After Jane leaves home, she will meet her friends.
   

https://elt.oup.com/student/project/level4/unit06/grammar/exercise2?cc=kz&selLanguage=en

7B: The hotel of Mum and Dad

Second conditional is used to express the consequence of an unrealistic action or situation in the present or future.

1. If I had more money, I'd travel more.
   

2. What would you do if you found a lot of money in the street.
   

3. A lot of health problems could be prevented if people ate better.
   

4. If I had her number, I'd call her but I don't have it.
   

5. Our kids would be happier if we lived  in the country.
   

6. If it didn't rain, I'd always cycle to work.
   

7. I wouldn't drink that milk if I were you.
   https://test-english.com/grammar-points/a2/second-conditional/
   

8A: The right job for you

Choosing between gerunds and infinitives

1. Attachment - being bound with someone or something

2. Compensation - paying money to someone that has suffered from your fault

3. Complaint - a statement to deliver your unsatisfaction

4. Considerateion - thinking about something for a long time with carefullness

5. Delivery - a service that brings you something through order

6. Demonstration - showing something

7. Improvement - the act of making better something

8. Response - reply, answer

9. Temptation - desire to do something bad

10. Treatment - dealing or behaving to someone; medicine

Sentences:

1. I have an attachment issues with everything I had.

2. He had to pay compensation to a person whom he almost hit by a car.

3. The company is having a lot of complaints in terms of salary because of the crisis.

4. I take everything into consideration to not regret what I chose.

5. My brother has been working on delivery since march.

6. Primary pupil learn better with demonstration.

7. I have noticed a little improvement of my skills in English.

8. I haven't received her response back for three days ina row.

9. Odyssues could win Cicre's temptation over him and returned back to her wife.

10. She has been receiving treatment for a year because of her serious illness.

9A: Lucky encounters

1. A phone box - a very small room or enclosed structure with a public telephone in it

2. Hitchhike - transportation that is gained by asking individuals, usually strangers, for a ride in their car or other vehicle

3. Ill - sick

4. Upset - sad

5. Luck - the force that causes things, especially good things

6. Fortune - power believed by some to bring good or bad luck to people

1. I saw Mary talking and crying in the phone box yesterday, she might have called her brother which was gone to the army.

2. I have been hitchhiking for half an hours, but no car stops around here.

3. She was ill and couldn't come to the lesson.

4. He was upset all day, probably he misses his mother so much.

5. She didn't know that she could win, so that she thinks that it is a luck.

6. My grandmother always believied in fortune and that there is always a power that brings good things after bad ones.

9B: Digital detox

1. Adaptor - a device that connects pieces of equimpent

2. Charger - used to charge devices or gadgets

3. Keyboard - a device that used to enter letters or numbers, symbols

4. Plug - a device that used to make an electrical connection

5. Mouse - a device that helps us to manage the monitor

6. Printer - a device that used to print informationt to a paper

7. Switch off - cause to stop working

8. Delete - remove

9. Remote control - used to control devices from far

10. Install - to download programs

1. I lost my adaptor of the charger last week and found in the box today.

2. I needed a charger so that I lent it from my friend.

3. This keyboard is unconvenient to tap and work fast.

4. Children shpud not be close to and play witha plug as it is too dangerous.

5. It is not that uncomfortable for to not work with mouse when I'm using my laptop.

6. THe university's printer is not working today so that I should print somewhere else.

7. Can you switch off the light please?

8. I deleted some programs from my phone because there is no place left in the storage.

9. My grandfather always loses the remote control while watching a TV.

10. I installed the updated version of Windows yesterday.

10A: Idols and icons

1. Paperback - a book with a cover made of thick paper

2. Book cover - the primary covering where pages of a book are encased in

3. Child prodigy - a child born genius

4. Car manufacturer - a company that makes cars

5. Desk lamp - a type of lamp designed specifically for use on a desk or table

6. Songwriter - a person who writes or composes a song

1. I bought a paperback novel to read on the beach.

2. The book cover was made with a vibrant illustaration.

3. The child prodigy is an innate talent.

4. My father works as car manufacturer.

5. My friend bought a desk lamp for my birthday.

6. Joji is a famous aurstalian song writer and singer.

10B: And the murderer is...

1. Detective - a person, especially a police officer, whose occupation is to investigate and solve crimes

2. Evidence - that which tends to prove or disprove something

3. Murder - killing somebody

4. Murderer - a person who committed a crime killing somebody

5. Prove - to establish the existence, truth, or validity

6. Solve - find an answer to, explanation for

7. Suspects - someone who is believed to be guilty of a crime

8. Victims - a person harmed, injured, or killed as a result of a crime

9. Witnesses - a person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident

   
   

1. My father had worked as a detective for 5 years.

2. There was no evidence that showed Mike to commit a crime.

3. A murder took place on the Central park.

4. Murderer is running away and hiding at the moment.

5. Those lawyers are trying to prove that Mike did not commit a crime.

6. He could not solve this crime so that another police officer took the responsibility.

7. Mike and Mary are considered to be suspects of this crime.

8. Anne is the one who suffered and is considered as a victim.

9. There were no witnesses that could help to prove that Mike and Mary are guilty of this crime.

   
   

A. 1. My friend said that he was selling all his books.

2. Emma told me that she had booked the flights.

3. My mother told me that my new dress did not suit me.

4. Matt siad that he might not be able to go to the party.

5. Jenny said that she would not wear these shoes again.

6. My brother told me that he had not bought me a present.

7. Luke told me that he could not find anywhere to park.

B. 1. My parents asked me when I was leaving.

2. She asked him ef he had ever been married.

3. Anna asked Robert whether he would be home early.

4. My sister asked me where I ususally bought my clothes.

5. We asked him if he had wore a suit to the job interview.

6. I asked Lisa if she ever went to theatre.

7. Sally asked the policeman if he coulld help her.

1. Dana said, "I live in the city center."
   Dana said that she lived in the city center.

2. He said, "I can help you."
   He said that he could help me.

3. She said, "The midterm was hard."
   She said that the midterm had been hard.

4. Aigul said, "I am waiting for Asem."
   Aigul said that she was waiting for Asem.

5. He said, "I like ice cream."
   He said that he liked ice cream.

9A: Lucky encounters

Third conditinal is used to describe a situation that didn't happen, and to imagine the result of this situation.

(a) 1. If I hadn't seen the speed camera, I wouldn't have slowed down. I

2. Jon might have got the job if he'd been on time for his interview. F

3. She would have hurt herself badly if she'd fallen down the stairs. H

4. If Katy and Luke hadn't caught the same train, they wouldn't have met. E

5. What would you have studied if you'd gone to university. A

6. How would you have got to the airport if the trains had been on strike? J

7. If you'd worn a warmer coat, you wouldn't have caught a cold. B

8. Your parents would have enjoyed the trip if they'd come with us. G

9. Would you have been annoyed if she'd told you the truth? C

   
   

(b) 1. If you hadn't taken me to the station, I would have missed my train.

2. We wouldn't have won the match if the referee hadn't given us a penalty.

3. You would have enjoyed the weekend if you'd come with us.

4. If I hadn't bought the theatre tickets online, they would have been more expensive.

5. Mike would have forgotten his wife's birthday, if she hadn't reminded him.

6. If the police had arrived five minutes later, they wouldn't have caught the thief.

7. If you hadn't lent me the money, I wouldn't have been able to go away for the weekend.

8. That girl would have fallen in the river if you hand't caught her arm.

9. We wouldn't have found the hotel if we hadn't seen the signpost.

10. If I had known about the job, I would have applied for it.

9B: Digital detox

Quantifier is a word or phrase used to talk about quantities, amounts or degree. They can be used with a noun or without a noun.

1. I just have to reply to a few emails.

2. Do you spend much time on social media?

3. My bedroom is a nice size. There's plenty of room for a desk.

4. I know very few people who speak two foreign languages.

5. My brother has downloaded a lot of apps onto his new phone.

6. I have some cash on me, but not a lot.

7. Their new TV is too big. It hardly fits in the living room.

8. There aren't any potatoes. I forgot to buy some.

9. My niece isn't old enough to play with a games console.

10. I don't have a lot of close friends.

10A: Idols and icons

Defining and non defining relative clauses

Defining: Defining relative clauses give us essential information – information that tells us who or what we are talking about.

Non-defining: extra information about someone or something.

1. The book that I borrowed from the library was fascinating.

2. The student who won the award gave a speech.

3. I like the movie that we watched last night.

4. The car that he bought is red.

5. The house that they built is huge.

6. My brother, who lives in Paris, is coming to visit next month.

7. Our new neighbor, who has two dogs, seems friendly.

8. My friend Jane, who is an excellent cook, is hosting a dinner party.

9. The painting, which was created by a famous artist, sold for a record price.

10. The concert, which took place outdoors, was fantastic.

10B: And the murderer is...

Question tags

We add question tags to the end of statements to turn them into questions.

1. You're coming to the party, aren't you?

2. She likes chocolate, doesn't she?

3. He can swim, can't he?

4. They won the game, didn't they?

5. It's raining outside, isn't it?

6. We should leave soon, shouldn't we?

7. You've finished your homework, haven't you?

8. She's going to the store, isn't she?

9. He won't be late, will he?

10. They didn't forget the keys, did they?

Dear BeautyMania 

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deep dissatisfaction with my recent purchase from your esteemed company. On March 22, I bought a foundation from Instagram from your online store. Unfortunately, the product did not meet my expectations in several aspects. First, upon receipt, I noticed major differences between the product described and the actual product received. The product description in your picture led me to believe that the base will meet my requirements. However, upon inspection, I discovered that there was a harmful chemical compound inside, a detail that was clearly missing from the product description. In addition, the quality of the product is unreasonably poor. As a demanding consumer, I expect the goods I buy to meet strict quality standards. Unfortunately, the foundation falls short of these criteria. Adding to my frustration was the unsatisfactory level of customer service I experienced in resolving these issues. When I contacted our customer service to explore refund or exchange options, there was no response or resolution]. This experience added to my frustration and indignation with the whole transaction. As a long-term patron of your company for a year, I have always held your products and services in high regard. However, this recent ordeal has really tarnished my perception of your brand. I strongly believe that as a reputable company you have a responsibility to ensure that your offerings meet or exceed customer expectations and that any deficiencies are resolved promptly and satisfactorily. Due to the above mentioned problems, I  request you to offer me a replacement or a suitable compensation to rectify the situation. I trust your commitment to customer satisfaction and look forward to a speedy and fair resolution of this matter. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I look forward to your prompt response and the opportunity to restore my faith in your brand.

Best wishes, Perizat Yeskermes.

My dream house: spacious, minimalistic, good match of the colours, with modern furnitures, pool inside or outside, not too big and not too small, with only one floor, large garden outside where you can plants trees that give fruits, safe and beatiful gate, a small waterfall outside, with big garage and terrace. 

Table of verbs with gerund/infinitive/bare infinitives:

Gerund: mind, keep, enjoy, like, dislike, suggest, consider, finish, avoid, admit, deny, practice, imagine, recommend, regret, etc

Both: love, like, hate, start, try, remember, forget, prefer, continue, begin, etc

Infinitive: hope, plan, want, need, offer, struggle, tend, learn, refuse, desire, promise, ask, expect, etc

Suffixes that create nouns from verbs and vice versa:

-ion, - ment, - ation :

ion: deletion, devotion, station, abortion, distraction,

reaction, interaction, satisfaction, production

ment: replacement, announcement, settlement, implement,

accomplishment, establishment, astonishment

ation: formation, reformation, transformation,

sensation, deprivation, calculation, circulation

Nouns for the people who do the jobs:

er: founder, officer, barrister, minister, advertiser,

employer, painter, speaker, researcher, photographer

or: sailor, navigator, inventor, conductor, editor,

commentator, inspector

ian: magician, musician, optician, physician, politician, guardian

ist: stylist, chemist, tourist, botanist, linguist,

pharmacist, geologist, humanist, journalist.

During the B1 level English course, I started a journey of language exploration and personal growth. As a non-native English speaker, this course brought both difficulties and opportunities to improve my language skills and cultural understanding.

One part of the course I particularly liked was the focus on interactive learning activities. Group discussions and role-playing exercises not only helped me speak better but also made me feel more competent among my classmates.

Additionally, the feedback from my teacher played a crucial role in my language development. Teacher’s constructive criticism and support made me try harder and take control of my learning journey. By implementing her suggestions into my practice, I noticed a significant improvement in my pronunciation and grammar over time.

One of the most memorable moments of the course was doing group projects where we had to show our creativity and speaking skills . Initially, the idea of speaking in front of my peers made me anxious. However, with the support of my teacher and group mates, I believe I stepped out of my comfort zone and delivered a presentation I was proud of. This experience not only boosted my confidence but also helped to improve my public speaking skills.

In conclusion, as I look back on my journey through the B1 level English course, I'm thankful for the growth and learning I've experienced. From expanding my vocabulary to gaining confidence in speaking, this course has given me the tools to communicate effectively in English.

The Future of Workforce in the Digital Age

Nowadays, digital technologies like artificial intelligence and automation are revolutionizing whole industries and job categories because of their productivity, efficiency and creativity. By automating ordinary tasks, businesses have been able to increase efficiency and reduce costs. Additionally, in manufacturing, robots and AI-powered machines have taken over hands-on tasks in production, making it faster and more precise.

Also, advancement of these technologies shapes the future of the gig economy and remote work. I believe that these innovations also will facilitate seamless collaboration, enhance productivity and provide new avenues for remote engagement. However, the rise of the remote work and gig economy has brought not only benefits but also challenges for both workers and employers. For workers, it offers increased flexibility, control over their own schedules, reducing time and costs and also makes individuals be able to participate in the workforce  who may have limitations. When it comes to challenges, workers may feel isolated from their colleagues, often face income instability and experience unpredictable workloads and demand levels. On the other hand, employers often struggle with managing remote workers effectively and maintaining productivity in their workspace.

In today's rapidly evolving workforce, having digital skills and prioritizing ongoing education are essential for remaining competitive and adaptable. As industries go through digital transformations,I think workers must obtain necessary skills to navigate the changing landscape and avoid the risk of job displacement. Digital skills include a wide range of competencies, including proficiency in data analysis, coding, and technology application. These skills enable individuals to hold emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and automation to enhance their productivity and effectiveness in the workplace. 

Moreover, ongoing education guarantees that workers stay aware of the latest advancements and trends, empowering them to remain valuable contributors to their organizations. However, as technology like automation and AI changes how jobs are done, many people worry they might lose their jobs. Workers need to learn new skills to keep up with these changes and find new jobs in different industries. To help with this, it's important for businesses and governments to have plans to teach workers new skills and help them move to different types of jobs. Additionally,employers and governments must collaborate to design and implement comprehensive reskilling programs related to the needs of displaced workers.These programs should offer training in popular digital skills and provide help for workers switching careers, like finding new jobs and getting money for more schooling. Also, creating a culture where learning is encouraged helps employees keep learning and take advantage of new opportunities for growth. Similarly, making sure everyone feels included and valued at work is crucial in the digital age. They should create a welcoming environment where different perspectives are valued, which can lead to more creativity and new ideas. 

In conclusion, the future of work is changing quickly because of technology. To keep up, people and companies need to learn new skills, encourage learning, and think about the ethical issues. By investing in training, promoting diversity, and being responsible, we can create a fair and sustainable future for everyone. 

Credits on the research: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/transformative-impact-technology-global-businesses-hasan-mba-qk0uc