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Vegetarian UK

There are over 3 million vegetarians – people who don’t eat meat - in the UK today and the number is rising.

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Red Nose Day

Raising money for charity is a strong tradition in the UK, and people do some strange things. Read about some of them below.

British worst at learning languages

The British are the worst language learners in Europe! This is according to a survey published by the European Commission. Only 38% of British people can speak a foreign language, as against the European Union average of 56%.

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Our dog is lost

Here's a poster for a lost dog. Read it then do the exercises to practise your reading.

Looking for a job

Here are some adverts for part-time jobs for younger people. Read them then try the exercises.

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An email to a new friend

Read Katie's email then do the exercises to improve your writing skills.

Applying for a student card

Read this application for a student card then try the activities.

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Liverpool - my city

Liverpool is a famous city in the UK. Look at the flyer and answer the questions.

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Going to the cinema

Read Peter and Lucy's texts. Then try the activities.

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What people think about the UK

A survey commissioned by the British Council produced some quotes showing what people in different countries think about the UK. Compare their opinions, do the activities and let us know what you think.

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