Half a century ago, English was just one of the international languages accepted in the world. Over time, the role of the English language in society has grown significantly. Almost every adult in the world dreams of learning the basics of spoken and written English. In addition, they want their children to have a good command of conversational English. There are many reasons for this.
First, wherever we go, people know this language. Whether it's a European country or an Asian and African country, people everywhere will understand you if you explain what you are looking for in English.
Second, almost all global business is conducted in English today. In principle, each area requires knowledge of this language. Students know that English plays a big role in their education and their future careers. Professionals know that if they have at least an intermediate level of English, they will be able to receive significant salary increases and rapid advancement in their careers.
The list is endless, but most importantly, everyone in modern society understands how important English is today.
1 Let's go and watch the fireworks notice/display this evening.
2 The Amazon River flows/passes from the Andes Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.
3 You can go hiking, climbing, skiing or snowboarding on mountains; they are a great way/source of entertainment.
4 The golden eagle is an iconic symbol/region of Kazakhstan.
5 Every year, there is a famous boat wheel/race on the Thames between Oxford and Cambridge Universities.
6 Our holiday was over so quickly; two weeks passed in the blink/close of an eye!
2 * Choose the correct item.
1 Let's go and watch the fireworks display this evening.
2 The Amazon River flows from the Andes Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.
3 You can go hiking, climbing, skiing or snowboarding on mountains; they are a great way of entertainment.
4 The golden eagle is an iconic symbol of Kazakhstan.
5 Every year, there is a famous boat race on the Thames between Oxford and Cambridge Universities.
6 Our holiday was over so quickly; two weeks passed in the blink of an eye!
5 Complete the sentences with the correct feelings adjectives.
1 I like Mr Green. I'm glad he's our wonderful teacher.
2 I'm really nervous about tomorrow's concert. I might forget the words to all the songs!
3 I think someone's stolen my purse! Oh no, it's here. I'm sorry!
4 You've really helped me. I'm so greatful!
5 I said some terrible things to her. I feel really guilty about that now.
6 I want to be rich. I'm so jealous of people with lots of money.