Clip of the week: Despicable Me 2. Gru says goodnight to the girls

Hello students. Remember that today is Monday and, as every Monday, you can watch a new video for free at Video Boosters. The clip of the week is Despicable Me 2: Gru says goodnight to the girls. Come on! This is an easy-level one.

Disagreeing

We have already learnt in previous units how to disagree with someone. So, you can revise the expression we have worked with because they will be very useful when you have to interact with the examiner in the oral exam. Here you have some of them. But remember that we have learnt more indirect ways of saying that we disagree.

Making a point

Now, we are going to learn some expressions to make a point when having a discussion. These can be really helpful when working with the interaction card.

Monologue

Doing a monologue can be hard, especially when you have to speak in a language which is not your mother tongue. First of all, you must prepare an outline. Have a look at this presentation so that you know what I mean.

Tips for speaking from natekeegan

The Hobbit, Desolation of Smaug

Do you like science-fiction movies? Then, have a look at this clip from the first sequel to The Hobbit and try to do the exercises. Let's see if you can understand the dialogue between the elves Tauriel and Legolas.

Household objects

If you want to know what's the name of some  household objects used for cooking, have a look at this video.

Writing a complaint

The company where you work has just got a millionaire contract. The CEO has decided to reward the employees in the higher positions with an increase in their salary whereas those in the lower positions like you will continue earning peanuts. You think it is unfair since you also took part in the project that led the company to success.

You decide to write a complaint letter to your boss.

You must develop the following three points in the most appropriate order:

• State your reason for writing.
• Describe your complaint in detail.
• Suggest what should be done

Write between 150 and 180 words. You must include all three points.

Do not forget to include address, addressee, and opening and closing remarks

Deadline: Thursday 23rd 

Complaint letters

When writing a complaint letter, you must follow some guidelines. This video may be helpful.

The layout is very important, as well as the vocabulary. Have a look at these examples. You will find the most popular complaint letters on this web site. But if what you need is practice, you can visit this web site. 

ATTENTION: always use formal language in your complaint letters.