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Learn Connected Speech (Print Version) - Lesson 1: Introduction

Learn Connected Speech (Print Version) – Lesson 1: Introduction

Learn Connected Speech (Print Version) – Lesson 1: Introduction

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Learn Connected Speech (Print Version) – Lesson 1: Introduction

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20 Great Vocabulary Phrases for Making Comparisons - 3 FREE Printable Worksheets

20 Great Vocabulary Phrases for Making Comparisons – 3 FREE Printable Worksheets

20 Great Vocabulary Phrases for Making Comparisons –

3 FREE Printable Worksheets

Use the different vocabulary words and phrases below to practice making comparisons in English!


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 20 Great Vocabulary Phrases for Making Comparisons

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 Exercise 1

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20 Collocations with Time - 2 FREE Printable Worksheets

20 Collocations with Time – 2 FREE Printable Worksheets

 20 Collocations with Time – 2 FREE Printable Worksheets

Learn new vocabulary and new collocations with the word time with these two fantastic free printable worksheets!

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 20 Collocations with Time 1  (Vocabulary Practice)

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 20 Collocations with Time 2  (Vocabulary Practice)

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Gen Z Slang Terms Quiz - 15 Questions

Gen Z Slang Terms Quiz – 15 Questions

Gen Z Slang Terms Quiz – 15 Questions

Think you know Gen Z slang terms, like YOLO and lit? Try to get 15 correct answers on our Gen Z Slang Terms Quiz! Then check out our free 40 Gen Z Slang Terms worksheet!


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Which generation are you from? - FREE ELT Worksheet Activity

Which generation are you from? – FREE ELT Worksheet Activity

Which generation are you from? –

FREE ELT Worksheet Activity

Download the three worksheets:

  1. Which generation are you from? – Reference Page
  2. Which generation are you from? – Activity (Gap-Fill)
  3. Which generation are you from? – Activity (Info)

Study the gap-fill page and try to predict the missing information, using the internet as a resource. Then match the sentences from the info page to the gaps. Check your answers with the reference page. Then discuss the information. Which generation are you from? Do you agree with the given info? What would you add or change?

Extension: choose vocabulary items from the reference page – e.g. nuclear stalemate and climate crisis – and discuss them with a partner or small group.

Baby Boom Generation: Born 1946-64

Baby Boom Generation: Born 1946-64

Aged:  59-77 years old

Famous People:  Bill Clinton (b. 1946)

Buzzwords:  ‘turn on, tune in, drop out’

Key Events:  Cold War; Arms Race; Vietnam War; McCarthy era; Civil Rights; independence of colonies; Summer of Love (1967); the pill (1967); 2nd wave of feminism; equal pay; abortion rights

Social:  hippies in the 60s, yuppies in the 80s; provoked real, lasting change

Family:  larger families – 3-4 children; more women stayed at home as homemakers

Music:  the birth of rock’n’roll; psychedelia; pop music developed; Motown

Tech:  TV (three channels); space race; now use Facebook only

Typical Attributes:  optimistic; consumerist; activist; workaholic; personal growth

Advantages:  could buy a house for a low price; free university education; no world wars; no climate hysteria; parents stayed together

Disadvantages:  draft still existed; enormous public and private debt; no internet

Summary:  ‘Lucky Generation’


Generation X / Forgotten Generation: Born 1965-80

Generation X / Forgotten Generation: Born 1965-80

Generation X / Forgotten Generation: Born 1965-80

Aged:  43-58 years old

Famous People: Elon Musk (b. 1971)

Buzzwords:  ‘no future’

Key Events:  three-day week; mass unemployment; strikes; Fall of Communism; blockbuster movies; nuclear stalemate (MAD); Challenger disaster (1986)

Social:  3rd wave of feminism; rise of plastic surgery

Family:  family planning = smaller families; both parents at work all day =  ‘latchkey generation’

Music:  punk, MTV, electronic music, rave, vinyl, cassettes, CDs

Tech:  birth of the PC, video games, internet; home video; satellites

Typical Attributes:  rebellious; mistrust of authority; sceptical; adaptable

Advantages:  developed self-reliance; last fully analogue generation; developed digital tools for future generations

Disadvantages:  student loans; fear of nuclear holocaust; fear of sex (HIV/AIDS)

Summary:  ‘Bleak Generation’


Millennial Generation / Generation Y: Born 1981-96

Millennial Generation / Generation Y: Born 1981-96

Millennial Generation / Generation Y: Born 1981-96

Aged:  27-42 years old

Famous People:  Beyoncé (b.1981)

Buzzwords:  ‘everyone’s a winner’

Key Events:  9-11; wars in the Middle East; Global Financial Crisis (2007-08); mass immigration; EEC becomes EU (1993)

Social:  rise of gay rights; open to collaborate widely

Family:  first ‘planned’ generation = most wanted generation

Music:  downloads > iPod > iPhone > streaming; festival and concertgoers

Tech:  birth of the internet, email; social media; video calling

Typical Attributes:  spoilt; mollycoddled; over-protected; opinionated; liberal

Advantages:  more university places; strong work ethic; entrepreneurs; team players; flexible working patterns

Disadvantages:  more parents got divorced; high cost of credit; heavy student debt; fear of global warming

Summary:  ‘ME Generation’


Generation Z: Born 1997-2012

Generation Z: Born 1997-2012

Generation Z: Born 1997-2012

Aged:  11-26 years old

Famous People:  Olivia Rodrigo (b.2003)

Buzzwords:  ‘alone in the world’

Key Events:  rise of Wokeism; cancel culture; Brexit (2016); COVID-19; Russia-Ukraine war; climate crisis; rising food prices; migration crisis

Social:  rise of trans rights; vaping; #MeToo; glued to smartphones

Family:  flexible family structures; marriage not a must; fewer family dinners than previous generations

Music:  TikTok; Instagram; genre fusion; Spotify; streaming

Tech:  rise of AI; cyber-bullying; Netflix; streaming video; e-scooters

Typical Attributes:  socially active; green-minded; tolerant towards minorities

Advantages:  constant connection to the internet; enjoy fun experiences; tech experts; many years ahead

Disadvantages:  lost years of education; little chance of buying a home/car; mental health issues ; loneliness; fear of environmental devastation; stress about work security

Summary:  ‘Detached Generation’


Earlier and Later Generations

<<  The Greatest / GI Generation: Born 1901-27


<<  Silent Generation: Born 1928-45


Generation Alpha: Born 2013-25  >>


References:

American Generations | C-SPAN Classroom

2022 Generation Names Explained – CareGivers of America

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PhotocopiaBRILL! 3 - Download this FREE English Resource Book Now!

NEW! FREE Download: PhotocopiaBRILL! 3 – A great English language course book!

Introducing PhotocopiaBRILL! 3 – Download it FREE now!

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PhotocopiaBRILL! 3 - Download FREE English Resource Book Now!

PhotocopiaBRILL! 3 – Download FREE English Resource Book Now!

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Connected Speech - In the Moment 1 - Video and PowerPoint Download

Connected Speech – In the Moment 1 – Video and PowerPoint Download

Watch our latest Connected Speech Club video below:

Download the accompanying PowerPoint (.pptx) file here:

Connected Speech – In The Moment 1 (.pptx)

 

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Improve Your Grammar Skills with 2 Great FREE Intermediate-Level Worksheets on Noun Modifiers - Download Now!

Improve Your Grammar Skills with 2 Great FREE Intermediate-Level Worksheets on Noun Modifiers – Download Now!

Putting Nouns before Nouns – Noun Modifiers

A noun before a noun, acting as an adjective, is called a noun modifier, e.g., ‘pizza party’. They are also known as attributive nouns, noun adjuncts, and qualifying nouns. It literally means ‘a party with pizza’, but it makes more sense to us and is easier to write ‘pizza party’ than a prepositional phrase.

Practice using noun modifiers with these two fantastic free printable worksheets and improve your grammar skills!


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 Putting Nouns before Nouns – Noun Modifiers 1 (Grammar Skills)

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Putting Nouns before Nouns – Noun Modifiers 2 (Grammar Skills)

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FREE Intermediate-Level Worksheet - Social Types

FREE Intermediate-Level Worksheet – Social Types

FREE Intermediate-Level Worksheet – Social Types

Do you know somebody who is a grafter or a killjoy? What about a mother hen or a boy racer?

Learn 20 English social types with this fun free printable material!

Watch the video below to get a full description of each social type:


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Social Types

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The 48 Sounds of English – Predicting Actions in Connected Speech

NEW! The 48 Sounds of English – Predicting Actions in Connected Speech

The 48 Sounds of English – Predicting Actions in Connected Speech

Native speakers of English predict connections between syllables automatically as they speak.

Non-native speakers have to learn to do this through training and intensive practice.

This free downloadable PDF page contains a list of the 48 sounds of English alongside the actions to take, whether the following sound is a consonant or a vowel.

Learn this table and your use of connected speech will definitely improve, as the actions you need to take become faster and more intuitive.

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The 48 Sounds of English – Predicting Actions in Connected Speech

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Position of Adverbs in a Sentence - Download 4 FREE Grammar Worksheets!

Position of Adverbs in a Sentence – Download 4 FREE Grammar Worksheets!

Position of Adverbs in a Sentence

Download 4 FREE Grammar Worksheets!

What is the order of adverbs in a sentence?

What are the four positions of an adverb?

Where do adverbs go in a sentence?

Find out more about position of adverbs in English with these four helpful FREE printable grammar worksheets for INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED-level learners! Full answers are included.

Worksheet 1

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Worksheet 2

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Worksheet 3

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Worksheet 4

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Discover 80 Great New Adverbs of Manner!


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Do You Know Animals Noises In English? - Download 2 FREE Vocabulary Worksheets!

Do You Know Animals Noises In English? – Download 2 FREE Vocabulary Worksheets!

Do You Know Animals Noises In English?

Download 2 FREE Vocabulary Worksheets!

We all know that monkeys chatter and songbirds sing – just like us – but did you know that there are loads more animal noises that humans also make? Maybe your boss barks orders at you instead of asking you properly – just as a dog barks in the back yard. Or how about your grandpa humming absent-mindedly while in the middle of a little light DIY – just as a hummingbird hums!

Discover 30 animal noises that humans also make with these two wonderful FREE printable vocabulary  worksheets for UPPER INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED-level learners! Full answers are included.

Listen to animal sounds: List of Animal Sounds (Wikipedia) / Animal Sounds (Pixabay.com)

Animals and Humans Make the Same Noises! 1

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Animals and Humans Make the Same Noises! 2

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Connected Speech Club 4

IMPROVE SPEAKING! Connected Speech Club 4

* NEXT FREE CLASS: 2nd January 2023 at 15:00 CET. Click here to join: https://www.youtube.com/purlandtraining *


If you join us for Connected Speech Club 4, you’ll get to know vowel sounds and which ones we use to connect VV sound connections. Sounds fun? It gets better from there! We continue by looking at idioms of new year and how the syllables they use connect:

– To turn over a new leaf.

– A change is as good as a rest.

It’s a very exciting and enlightening class! If you have any questions about connected speech, please leave a comment below or contact me here.

Connected Speech Club – Lesson 3

In this very special festive edition of Connected Speech Club, we discuss the lyrics to four favourite Christmas songs and discover how we can say them using connected speech.

We also look at pronouncing common phrases with function words, e.g. “where are” and “that were”.

If you have any questions about connected speech, please feel free to leave a comment, or contact me.

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New Video Class on Sentence Stress and Connected Speech

New Video Class on Sentence Stress and Connected Speech

New Video Class on Sentence Stress and Connected Speech

This is a recording of the presentation I gave recently at the TWIST ’22 online conference, which was organised and hosted by LANG LTC Language Training Centre in Warsaw.

In it I give a clear demonstration of how to teach a pronunciation class about sentences stress and connected speech.

Watch the full presentation below:

Click here to watch the video on YouTube!

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20 Standard Phrases for Business Emails

20 Standard Phrases for Business Emails

 20 Standard Phrases for Business Emails

Learn and practice using 20 common phrases for business emails – in both formal and informal contexts – with our helpful new free printable worksheet (answers included).

Including: words for opening and closing emails; common greetings; phrases for acknowledging replies and drawing attention to attachments; good phrases for apologising, stating the reason for writing, and for mentioning bad news; phrases for requesting (indirect and direct questions); and finally, phrases for stating the call to action – i.e. your expectations of the recipient.

20 Standard Phrases for Business Emails

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More Standard Phrases for Business Emails


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How to Use Have and Have Got

How to Use Have and Have Got

How to Use Have and Have Got

Learn how to use the present forms Have and Have Got for possession with our two free printable grammar worksheets – ready to download now!

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How to Use Have and Have Got – Image 1

‘Have’ and ‘have got’ both generally mean the same thing, although ‘have’ is more common in American English and ‘have got’ is more common in British English. One reason for this may be that ‘have got’ provides stronger sentence stress than ‘have’, which is preferred in British English. For example:

have: He has a new car.

‘Has’ tends to be unstressed or lightly stressed. We do not hear the rhythm that is familiar in British English:

have got: He’s got a new car.

‘Got’ provides a strong stress, before the weak stressed article ‘a’, followed by two strong stresses ‘new car’, creating a satisfying ‘up and down’ rhythm more typical of British English.

Additionally, we can say that ‘have’ is more formal and used in written English more often, while ‘have got’ is more informal and used in spoken English more frequently.

Note: in the categories above, have got is a present perfect form, but with a present simple meaning. It is therefore an anomaly in English. It is neither present simple nor present perfect, but rather an adjunct to present simple that is only used in regular time in the present for possession (states) rather than actions.

Here are some of the errors that often occur with this topic:

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How to Use Have and Have Got – Image 2


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How to Use Have and Have Got

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20 Powerful English Idioms of Motivation

20 Powerful English Idioms of Motivation

20 Powerful English Idioms of Motivation

20 Powerful English Idioms of Motivation

20 Powerful English Idioms of Motivation

We all need a little extra motivation every now and again, whether it be to climb that mountain, write that first chapter of the world’s greatest novel, or simply to get out of bed on a freezing winter morning and run for the bus to work…

If YOU need motivation today, check out our handpicked list of 20 powerful English idioms of motivation, including quotations from nineteenth century novelist George Eliot and former US President Theodore Roosevelt, among others.

[Click here to learn more about how to use idioms in teaching English.]

sth = something

20 Powerful English Idioms of Motivation – Part 1

1. idiom: Give it your best shot.

literal meaning: Do the best that you can.

example:

– ‘Dad – I’m having problems with this homework. It’s too difficult.’

– ‘Just have a go, son. Give it your best shot, and I’ll have a look at it after the football.’

 

2. idiom: The sky’s the limit.

literal meaning: There is no limit to what you can achieve.

example: Once you’re a fully qualified doctor, the sky’s the limit!

 

3. idiom: There’s no such thing as impossible. Even the word itself says ‘I’m possible’!

literal meaning: Think positively.

example:

– ‘This crossword puzzle is impossible!’

– ‘Nothing’s impossible, grandpa! Even the word itself says “I’m possible”‘!

– ‘Very clever, Douglas!’

20 Powerful English Idioms of Motivation

There’s no such thing as impossible.

4. idiom: Dance like nobody’s watching.

literal meaning: Do not be self-conscious in public.

example:

– ‘I can’t give a speech in front of the whole school, mum!’

– ‘Don’t be silly, Daniel. You’ve got to dance like nobody’s watching!’

 

5. idiom: ‘Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.’ – Theodore Roosevelt

literal meaning: Don’t wait until the conditions for success are perfect.

example:

– ‘I get so overwhelmed when I think about climate change. I feel so powerless. I want to help but what can I do?’

– ‘A great man once said: Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. Start small and local, then build up from there.’

 

6. idiom: Take things one day at a time.

literal meaning: Focus on making today a good day, rather than being anxious about the future.

example: ‘You’re making a good recovery, Brian. It’s going to be slow progress, but just take it one day at a time, right?’

 

7. idiom: You can only do your best. You can’t do any more than that.

literal meaning: As long as you try your best, that will be good enough.

example:

– ‘I’m so nervous about this exam. What if I make a complete mess of it?’

– ‘Look, you can only do your best, Barbara. You can’t do any more than that.’

 

8. idiom: Put your best foot forward.

literal meaning: Try as hard as you possibly can to achieve a difficult task.

example:

– ‘I’m off to my job interview. Wish me luck!’

– ‘Good luck, mate! Put your best foot forward – you’ll be fine.’

 

9. idiom: Knock it out of the park!

literal meaning: Aim for a big success.

example:

– ‘Where are you off to?’

– ‘It’s the first night of the school play. I’m playing saxophone in the band.’

– ‘Great! Hope it goes really well for you. Knock it out of the park, love!’

 

10. idiom: ‘It’s never too late to be what you might’ve been.’ – George Eliot

literal meaning: Don’t give up because you feel time is running out.

example:

– ‘I can’t take another day in this boring job! Whatever happened to my dream of going to university and becoming an architect?’

– ‘You can still do it, Jennifer. As George Eliot said, “It’s never too late to be what you might’ve been.”


What is motivation – and how can I find it?


20 Powerful English Idioms of Motivation – Part 2

There’s no such thing as impossible.

You got this!

11. idiom: ‘Carpe diem.’ [Latin]: ‘Seize the day.’ – Horace [Roman poet]

literal meaning: Now is the time to try your best.

example:

– ‘It’s all or nothing! Either I complete the sale on those two houses today or I’m gonna get fired.’

– ‘Carpe diem! Seize the day.’

– ‘Thanks, Tony.’

 

12. idiom: ‘PMA: Positive Mental Attitude.’ – Napoleon Hill

literal meaning: Positive thinking is an active way of increasing your chances of success.

example: If you think you’re gonna fail – you probably will! Remember these three letters – PMA: Positive. Mental. Attitude.

 

13. idiom: It’s a marathon not a sprint.

literal meaning: Don’t rush to be a success – take your time and enjoy each stage of the process.

example:

– ‘I wish this course were over. But there are three more years to go!’

– ‘Look, just take it slowly. It’s a marathon not a sprint. Try to treasure each moment.’

 

14. idiom: Set your sights on sth.

literal meaning: Set a clear goal that you want to achieve.

example:

– ‘Are you still working a double shift? Still saving up for a car?’

– ‘Yeah. I’ve set my sights on a white MINI Cooper.’

 

15. idiom: To have [got] sth in the bag.

literal meaning: To be assured of success.

example:

– The interview went really well. The job looks perfect for me, really. But I don’t know how many other people they have seen.’

– ‘Don’t worry. I’m sure you’ve got it in the bag.’

 

16. idiom: To have the world at your feet.

literal meaning: Anything is possible for you.

example: Yeah, Jamie has just graduated with a First. He starts his new job next week. And he’s seeing a lovely lass. I reckon they’ll be getting married next year. They’re in the process of buying a house, I think. You know, it must be lovely to have the world at your feet.

 

17. idiom: To make inroads in(to) sth.

literal meaning: To make progress towards achieving your goal.

example:

– ‘There are so many leaves come down in the garden this year. It’s gonna take a while to get rid of them all.’

– ‘Looks like you’ve started making inroads into it, though, Paul.’

– ‘Yeah. I’ll get out there after lunch and have another try.’

 

18. idiom: Go for it!

literal meaning: Try to achieve your goal wholeheartedly.

example:

– ‘Hey, dad, can I borrow your guitar later? I want to learn some new chords.’

– ‘No problem. Go for it!

 

19. idiom: To bear fruit.

literal meaning: To show signs of success.

example:

– ‘I noticed that Jane’s oil paintings have really improved recently.’

– ‘Yes, all her hard work and dedication is definitely starting to bear fruit.’

 

20. idiom: ‘I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.’ – Thomas Edison

literal meaning: Failure is not the end but represents the valuable opportunity to try again.

example:

– ‘I failed mum. I went to pieces in the exam. It was awful. I’m never going to understand maths!’

– ‘Failure is just a state of mind, darling. It’s actually a good opportunity to work out what you did wrong and then have another go. Remember that quote by Thomas Edison – about inventing the lightbulb – I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”


Can you think of any more English idioms of motivation? Why not comment and leave your suggestion below.


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Energy Saving Tips! - 7 Free Worksheets for English Classes

Energy Saving Tips! – 7 Free Worksheets for English Classes

Energy Saving Tips! – 7 Free Worksheets for English Classes

As energy prices go up, why not try to reduce your energy use by following our 60 great energy saving tips! By simply using less energy, your electricity and gas bills are sure to go down. Your students will enjoy English discussion practice while discovering easy ways to save energy with our 7 free printable worksheets for English classes.


Related: Discuss 100 Critical Differences between Men and Women


Worksheet 1.1 Gap-Fill 1

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Worksheet 1.2 Matching Game 1

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Worksheet 2.1 Gap-Fill 2

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Worksheet 2.2 Matching Game 2

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Worksheet 3.1 Gap-Fill 3

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Worksheet 3.2 Matching Game 3

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Worksheet 4 – 60 Energy Saving Tips – Checklist

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60 Energy Saving Tips – Checklist

Read the tips below and discuss with a partner whether… (A) I already do it, (B) I’d try it, (C) No way!

  1. Read a book instead of firing up a games console and OLED TV.
  2. Put on a warm jumper instead of turning up the heating.
  3. Switch off appliances and unplug them instead of always leaving them on standby.
  4. Switch off the light when you leave a room instead of leaving it on.
  5. Holiday in your country instead of flying abroad.
  6. Set your washing machine to 30 degrees instead of using higher temperatures.
  7. Dry your clothes outside on a washing line instead of using a high-powered tumble dryer.
  8. Take a brief shower instead of running a hot bath.
  9. Boil only the water you need for a cup of tea instead of filling your kettle.
  10. Wash dirty dishes by hand instead of using a dishwasher.
  11. Exercise in the fresh air instead of running on a treadmill at the gym.
  12. Use a bike and/or public transport instead of owning a car.
  13. Insulate your home, including loft insulation instead of allowing major heat loss.
  14. Follow your body’s natural circadian rhythms instead of living out of tune with your organism.
  15. Go to bed earlier in the colder months instead of staying up all night hammering power.
  16. Adjust your energy use to the current season instead of following the same pattern all year round.
  17. Consider using candles for lighting instead of only using electric lights.
  18. Unplug your chargers after use instead of leaving them connected to the power.
  19. Wear clothes appropriate for the season instead of always wearing a t-shirt and shorts at home.
  20. Use a microwave oven and/or slow cooker instead of a regular energy-sucking oven.
  21. Use a hand fan instead of air conditioning.
  22. Get used to lower temperatures at home instead of pretending to live in a tropical climate.
  23. Hang thick curtains on all your windows instead of relying on blinds alone.
  24. Take up hobbies that don’t require electricity instead of using a lot of gadgets that need juice.
  25. Use smart meters to keep track of energy usage instead of relying on guesswork and hope.
  26. Limit what you print instead of printing every document.
  27. Encourage your family to save energy instead of allowing them to run up a huge bill.
  28. Shop around to get the best deal on energy instead of stubbornly sticking with the same provider.
  29. Run a full washing machine instead of putting in just a few items.
  30. Don’t heat and light empty rooms instead of pointlessly wasting electricity.
  31. Invest in solar panels for your roof instead of letting your property remain unmonetized.
  32. Use cold water when washing your hands instead of being in the habit of using warm or hot water.
  33. Buy newer more energy-efficient appliances instead of persisting with old outdated equipment.
  34. Switch off your heating at night instead of leaving it on while you’re asleep.
  35. Turn down your thermostat a few degrees instead of insisting on sweltering temperatures.
  36. Buy an electric car instead of continuing to pump petrol into a gas guzzler.
  37. Ride an electric bicycle or scooter instead of driving a car.
  38. Use draught excluders on internal doors instead of allowing heat to escape between rooms.
  39. Don’t cover radiators with furniture or curtains instead of blocking heat and not letting it circulate.
  40. Move to a warmer climate instead of living in a country that is generally cold.
  41. Install double glazing instead of having windows with a single pane of glass.
  42. Bleed your radiators twice a year instead of letting air remain trapped in them.
  43. Set your heating to start when you get home instead of leaving it on all day.
  44. Make a conscious choice to reduce energy use instead of continuing as you usually do.
  45. Insulate water pipes and taps instead of letting heat escape through them.
  46. Remind your kids of the need to save energy instead of allowing them to assume that energy is free.
  47. Use a smart home ecosystem instead of relying on other people to switch off lights.
  48. Install an underfloor heating system instead of depending on less efficient radiators.
  49. Get free heat and light by working at the office instead of using your own electricity working at home.
  50. Shut down your laptop at night instead of leaving it on standby indefinitely.
  51. Use sunlight to heat and light your home instead of paying for electricity.
  52. Get used to a cooler climate at home instead of enjoying inappropriately high temperatures.
  53. Switch off radiators when you’re not in the room instead of leaving them on all day.
  54. Set your heating to match the climate outside instead of keeping the same temperature all year.
  55. Spend as much time as possible outdoors instead of sitting around at home consuming energy.
  56. Take a shower every second day instead of having one every morning.
  57. Get used to cold showers instead of pumping out as much hot water as you like.
  58. Buy and use LED light bulbs instead of sticking with the old incandescent bulbs.
  59. Frequent your local pool and spa instead of building your own private aquapark.
  60. Install cavity wall insulation instead of letting heat – and money – ebb away.

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Resources for further study:

Energy Saving Trust – Quick tips to save energy at home

The 10 home appliances that Consume the most energy

How much energy do my household appliances use?

How to cut your energy bills [BBC News]


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