Reading a note
Laura, a self-employed cleaner, often has to read notes from her employer. Practise using vocabulary for the home and cleaning and use your reading skills to read a note from Laura's employer.
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The Elizabethan period
The Elizabethan period began in 1558, when Elizabeth the First became queen and one of the most popular monarchs in English history. This period of time is remembered for its richness of poetry and drama. Listen, read and learn about the Elizabethan period and get ready for the Life in the UK test.
The Stuart period
The Stuart period began in 1603, when Elizabeth I died and her cousin James VI of Scotland became King James I of England, Wales and Ireland. During this period there was a civil war and Britain became a republic, with no king or queen. Listen, read and learn about the Stuart period as you prepare for the Life in the UK test.
First world war
Britain and its allies played a central role in the First World War, which happened at the start of the 20th Century. Learn more about the First World War, practise your reading skills and prepare for the Life in the UK test.
Britain from 1980s to 2010
Since the 1980s Britain there have been several changes in government and many important national and international events. Listen and read about about these governments and events as you prepare for the Life in the UK test.
Festivals and traditions
What festivals and traditions do people celebrate in the UK? In these activities, you will read about British festivals and traditions, learn how people celebrate them and prepare for the Life in the UK test.
John’s dream
This is a story of a person who worked hard to make his dream come true.
Speaking English at home
Helping young children to speak in English at home can be an enjoyable and rewarding thing to do, and there are many advantages to supporting your child in this way. Read the article to learn more about speaking English at home and improve your language skills as you complete the activities.
Keeping a food diary
Many people find it hard to eat a balanced diet and discover that writing a food diary is a useful way to keep them on track.
An unforgettable event
Laura, an ESOL student from London, recently attended an unforgettable event at the British Council, where she met a very special visitor. Read and listen to Laura’s story and complete the exercises about the text.