In a hospital ward
When you are describing a place it is useful to use relative clauses to add details to your description.
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Describing a picture: a formal conversation
In this description of a photo of a formal conversation, you will hear language to speculate about how people are feeling and what they might be saying to each other. Use these activities to build your range of feelings adjectives, practise modals for speculating and practise word order in indirect questions.
At the dentist’s
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Describing a winter scene
In these activities you will learn a range of adjectives for describing a picture that has been taken outside, such as a winter scene.
My best friend
Have you got many friends? Why do you like them? What do you do together? Here is someone talking about her best friend.
A short presentation on health and fitness
These activities aim to help you prepare for ESOL speaking examinations and giving short, informal presentations.
How to make perfect British chips
In Britain, chips are a national favourite. Celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal tells us his recipe for making perfect chips.
Desert island survival
Do you think you could survive on a desert island? What would you eat? What would the danger be? Watch video and get some good advice.
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.