Doing it well — Workbook

Complete each sentence with a word or phrase from the box: excel at, struggle with, keep at it, give it a try, effort, beginner.

1. She ___ languages — she picked up Italian in a year.Show answer
2. I really ___ pronunciation, especially the vowels.Show answer
3. It's normal to be slow at first — just ___ .Show answer
4. You've never cooked fish? ___ , it's easier than it looks.Show answer
5. Talent helps, but ___ is what actually makes the difference.Show answer
6. Don't worry, this class is for ___ , nobody expects perfection.Show answer

Correct, rewrite or complete each item. Focus on the target grammar of this lesson.

1. She sings beautiful.Show answer
2. He drives very careful in the rain.Show answer
3. They speak English good.Show answer
4. The team worked hardly all week.Show answer
5. Write TWO sentences about a skill you have, using 'fluently' and 'slowly but steadily'.Show answer

Look back at the class-book reading. Answer briefly in your own words.

1. What is the '20-hour rule'?Show answer
2. What does the text say is the real barrier?Show answer
3. Which skill would you give 20 hours to?Show answer

Teacher Rafa gives Bea her first lesson. Listen for adverbs of manner.

1. What does Rafa ask Bea to do slowly?Show answer
2. What is Bea's biggest problem?Show answer
3. What is the target for the week?Show answer

Write 70–100 words about learning a skill. Use at least FOUR adverbs of manner and explain one thing you do well and one you do badly.

Look back at your notes from class. Answer briefly.

1. Which part of this lesson do you already use naturally in English?Show answer
2. Which language point still feels difficult? Write ONE sentence you will practise this week.Show answer