Unit 1: Have you ever...?

In this unit we will learn how to speak about our experiences.

When we want to speak about our experiences we must use the Present Perfect:

ex. I have worked in many institutions.

     She has visited many countries.

The Present Perfect is formed by the auxiliary Have in present and the Past Participle of a verb:

I have been to Mexico.

You have worked as a cashier.

She has sung in a karaoke bar.

We have studied English for two years.

They have seen several movies together.

Exercises

Grammar Exercise

Reading Exercise

Listening Exercise

Test

April 26th                                The Best Job

Class Activities

At the lab

Present Perfect Exercise

Please open the link, listen to this man experiences and play the game.

http://www.quia.com/cz/310465.html?AP_rand=1348565309

DANIEL'S EXERCISE LISTENING ANSWERS

Adjectives

Check this vocabulary about adjectives to describe your personality.

http://www.esolcourses.com/content/englishforwork/jobvocab/job-interview-positive-personality-adjectives.html

Adjectives Exercise

Match the vocabulary with its definition

http://esldivlabs.vcc.ca/ELSA/Instructor_Web_Exercises/Vocabulary/Job_Adjectives_1_Match.htm

Listening

Listen to these audios and answer the questions.

http://www.elllo.org/yeartwo/Jan10th/jobcenter.htm

http://www.esl-lab.com/eslbasic/jobhunting-1.htm

TASK (Applying for the best job)

1. Cover letter tutorial

Study the cover letter tutorial and take notes

http://www.thewclc.ca/edge/issue3/coverletter/coverletter.html

http://archive-ca.com/page/957127/2012-12-14/http://www.thewclc.ca/edge/issue3/coverletter/coverletter.html

2. Read these jobs ads and choose one to apply for. 

International Beer Taster

Needed: We are looking for people who like travelling around the world tasting beers- FT. Responsibilities include creating a website to write about each beer taking into account its texture, color and flavor. For more information contact us by calling 897-980-7654.

Wildlife Photographer

Needed: We are looking for people who like travelling around world taking pictures of animals in their natural environment- FT. Responsibilities include taking pictures of wild animals in their environment, and writing a blog to promote endanger species protection. For more information contact us by calling 897-980-7654.

Food  Critic

Needed: We are looking for people who like travelling around world tasting delicious food- FT. Responsibilities include eating all kinds of foods, and writing a daily blog about foods and restaurants. For more information contact us by calling 897-980-7654.

 3. Write a cover letter to apply for one of the jobs above or a different job you would like to apply for. Please print a copy of your cover letter. (May 3rd)

Extra Activities

Listening Exercise

Listening & Writing

Grammar & Exercises

Since vs For

Different exercises