B1
English Speaking Exercises for B1 – Photo comparison
6 exercices
1. Label the icons with the school subjects below.
- art drama geography I.C.T. maths music P.E. science
2. Look at the photo and the questions below. Complete the answer with your own ideas.
- 1)Where are the students?
- They might be
- 2)What is the boy with the headset doing?
- He could be
Speaking Strategy
When you have to compare and contrast photos, try to find at least two things the photos have in common and at least two differences. Learn some key phrases for expressing these similarities and differences.
3. Read the Speaking Strategy. Then complete the phrases with the words below.
- kind rather theme unlike whereas
- 1)The common in the photos is◻
- 2)Both photos show aof some ◻
- 3)In the first photo, , in the second photo◻
- 4)the second photo, the first photo shows / does not show◻
- 5)In the second photo, they’re(-ing) than(-ing). ◻
4. Listen to a student comparing photos A and B. Tick the phrases in exercise 3 which he uses.
Audio
- Photos C and D show students in lessons. Compare and contrast the photos. Include the following points:
- – the differences between primary and secondary school lessons.
- – how technology can help students learn.
5. Look at photos C and D above and read the task. Prepare your answer. Use the questions to help you.
- 1)Which photo shows secondary students? Are they working alone or with a teacher?
- 2)How are the students in each class using technology? How do you use it at your school?
6. Now do the speaking task comparing photos C and D. Use your notes from exercise 5.
Comment Pratiquer
- 1Lisez chaque question attentivement
- 2Écrivez votre réponse ou sélectionnez l'option correcte
- 3Cliquez sur 'Afficher la Réponse' pour vérifier votre travail
- 4Examinez les erreurs et essayez des exercices similaires
- 5Passez à l'exercice suivant lorsque vous êtes prêt