Listen UP! Talking about Your Year – Pre Intermediate

 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english/251226

Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1V9aAhct0O3ozsGm4am58V

Vocabulary

Match the words with the meaning

1. highlight

2. proud

3. regret

4. holiday

5. fit

a) feeling healthy and strong
b) feeling happy about something you did
c) the best part
d) feeling sad about something you did not do
e) time when you travel or relax

Choose the correct word

highlight – holiday – regret – proud 

• My __________ this year was my birthday party.

• I am __________ of my English.

• I __________ not studying more.

• Neil went on __________ to Sicily.

Questions and Answers

Q: Have you had a good year? Why or why not?
A:Yes, I have had a good year because I spent time with my family and friends. 

Q: What was the highlight of your year?
A: The highlight of my year was my summer holiday. 

Q: Is there something you are proud of this year?
A: Yes, I am proud of learning English and speaking more.

Q: Do you usually make New Year’s resolutions?
A: Yes, I usually make New Year’s resolutions. 

Q: What is one New Year’s resolution for next year?
A: One New Year’s resolution is to eat healthier. 

Q: Did you learn something new this year?
A:Yes, I learned how to cook new food. 

Q: What was difficult for you this year? 
A: Work was difficult for me this year. 

Q: Do you regret a decision you made this year?
A: Yes, I regret changing my job. 

Q: Do you regret not learning a new skill?
A: No, I don’t regret that. 

Choose the correct word – answers

highlight – proud – regret - holiday

Match the words with the meaning – answers

1–c, 2–b, 3–d, 4–e, 5–a