SAVE OUR PLANET

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWgZ3JuU6xY 

Exercise 1: "Eco-Hero" Action Match

The video lists several ways to help the Earth. Match the Problem on the left with the correct Action on the right.

Problem	Your Action (The Solution)
1. You are leaving your bedroom.	A. Use a reusable water bottle. [02:09]
2. You are brushing your teeth.	B. Turn off the lights. [00:34]
3. You have an old plastic bottle.	C. Plant a new tree. [02:24]
4. You want to help clean the air.	D. Turn off the tap. [00:59]
5. You are going to the shop.	E. Put it in the recycling bin. [01:43]
6. You want to drink water.	F. Take a cloth bag. [02:12]

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Exercise 2: Fill in the "Save Our Planet" Blanks

Read the sentences below and fill in the missing words using the vocabulary from the video.

Word Bank: Both — Trees — Animals — Recycle — Energy

1. To save trees, we should write on __________ sides of the paper. [01:17]

2. When we turn off the lights, we help to save __________. [00:28]

3. We should __________ paper, plastic, glass, and food waste into different bins. [01:43]

4. To improve air pollution, we can plant more __________ because they clean the air. [02:24]

5. We can help protect endangered __________ by building shelters and being kind to them. [02:50]

Exercise 1: "Eco-Hero" Action Match Key

• 1 — B: You are leaving your bedroom. $\rightarrow$ Turn off the lights.

• 2 — D: You are brushing your teeth. $\rightarrow$ Turn off the tap.

• 3 — E: You have an old plastic bottle. $\rightarrow$ Put it in the recycling bin.

• 4 — C: You want to help clean the air. $\rightarrow$ Plant a new tree.

• 5 — F: You are going to the shop. $\rightarrow$ Take a cloth bag.

• 6 — A: You want to drink water. $\rightarrow$ Use a reusable water bottle.

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Exercise 2: Fill in the "Save Our Planet" Blanks Key

1. To save trees, we should write on both sides of the paper.

2. When we turn off the lights, we help to save energy.

3. We should recycle paper, plastic, glass, and food waste into different bins.

4. To improve air pollution, we can plant more trees because they clean the air.

5. We can help protect endangered animals by building shelters and being kind to them.

RECYCLING FOR KIDS

Recycling for kids

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jQ7y_qQYUA

Gemini a spus

Based on the video "Recycling for Kids | Recycling Plastic, Glass and Paper" by Kids Academy, here are three exercises designed for 10-year-old EFL learners at an A1 (Beginner) level.

1. Vocabulary Matching: "What can we recycle?"

This exercise helps students identify the four main materials mentioned in the video [01:26].

Instructions: Look at the pictures and match the item to its material.

• Items: 1. A soda can 2. A water bottle 3. A magazine 4. A glass bottle

• Materials:

  • A. Plastic

  • B. Metal / Aluminum

  • C. Glass

  • D. Paper

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2. Sorting Game: "Trash or Recycling?"

In the video, Mr. Sammy explains that some things go in the trash and others in the recycling bin [01:17].

Instructions: Put the following items into the correct column: Trash Bin or Recycling Bin.

• Items: Apple core, Plastic bag, Eggshell, Metal can, Banana peel, Old newspaper.

Recycling Bin ♻️	Trash Bin 🗑️
1. __________	1. __________
2. __________	2. __________
3. __________	3. __________

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3. Sentence Completion: "The Recycling Journey"

This exercise focuses on the process described in the video where old trash becomes something new [01:47].

Instructions: Use the words in the box to complete the sentences.

New — Mush — Plastic — Plant — Melted

1. The recycling bins go to a special place called the recycling __________. [01:41]

2. Bottles, cans, __________, and paper are chopped into tiny bits. [01:47]

3. After they are chopped, items are __________ or turned into __________. [01:54]

4. Now, they can be used to make __________ things! [01:58]

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Video Link for Reference: Recycling for Kids | Recycling Plastic, Glass and Paper | Recycle Symbol | Kids Academy

Recycling for Kids | Recycling Plastic, G

THE CITY OF ROME

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6ZtmXxStMY 

B1

Read the sentences below based on the history and geography of Rome. Decide if they are True (T) or False (F).

1. Rome’s location was strategically chosen because the seven hills provided natural protection from invaders. ( )

2. The Roman Republic was established immediately after the city was founded by Romulus. ( )

3. The "Pax Romana" refers to a 200-year period of relative peace and stability across the Empire. ( )

4. Roman engineering was advanced, specifically their use of concrete and the construction of complex aqueducts. ( )

5. The Colosseum was used exclusively for religious ceremonies and government meetings. ( )

6. The decline of the Western Roman Empire was caused by a single event in the year 476 AD. ( )

7. Vatican City, though located inside Rome, functions as an independent city-state. ( )

Exercise 2: Vocabulary – Systems and Structures

Match the B1-level words to their correct synonyms or definitions.

Word	Definition / Synonym
1. Infrastructure	A. A person who holds a high office in government.
2. Magistrate	B. The basic physical and organizational structures (roads, water) needed for a society.
3. Legacy	C. To officially end or stop a system or law.
4. Abolish	D. Something that is handed down from the past or from an ancestor.
5. Prosperity	E. The state of being successful, especially in terms of wealth.

Exercise 3: Grammar – Passive Voice

In historical contexts, we often use the Passive Voice. Rewrite the following sentences from Active to Passive.

1. Active: The Romans built the Pantheon to honor all the gods. Passive: The Pantheon ____________________________________________.

2. Active: Invaders from the north eventually sacked the city in 410 AD. Passive: The city ____________________________________________.

3. Active: Modern engineers still study Roman architectural techniques today. Passive: Roman architectural techniques ____________________________________________.

4. Active: Julius Caesar transformed the Republic into an Empire. Passive: The Republic ____________________________________________.

5. Active: The government provides free water through the ancient fountains. Passive: Free water ____________________________________________.

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Answer Key

Exercise 1: True or False

1. T | 2. F (It was a Monarchy first) | 3. T | 4. T | 5. F (It was for entertainment/gladiators) | 6. F (It was a slow process of many factors) | 7. T

Exercise 2: Vocabulary 1-B | 2-A | 3-D | 4-C | 5-E

Exercise 3: Grammar

1. ...was built to honor all the gods (by the Romans).

2. ...was eventually sacked in 410 AD (by invaders).

3. ...are still studied today (by modern engineers).

4. ...was transformed into an Empire (by Julius Caesar).

5. ...is provided through the ancient fountains (by the government).

A1/A2

Exercise 1: True or False

Watch the video and decide if the following sentences are True (T) or False (F).

1. Rome is the capital city of Italy. ( )

2. The Colosseum was built for modern football matches. ( )

3. The Tiber is the name of the river that flows through Rome. ( )

4. Vatican City is a separate country located inside the city of Rome. ( )

5. Ancient Romans spoke English. ( )

6. The Pantheon has a large hole in its roof called an "oculus." ( )

7. Legend says that Rome was founded by two brothers named Romulus and Remus. ( )

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Exercise 2: Vocabulary – City & History

Match the words on the left with their definitions on the right.

Word	Definition
1. Ruins	A. a large, tall stone structure used for religious worship.
2. Empire	B. the remains of old buildings that have been destroyed.
3. Gladiator	C. a group of countries or states ruled by a single person.
4. Temple	D. a circular or oval building used for public events.
5. Amphitheater	E. a person in ancient Rome who fought for public entertainment.

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Exercise 3: Grammar – Past Simple (Regular & Irregular)

Fill in the blanks using the Past Simple form of the verbs in brackets.

1. The Romans ________ (build) the Colosseum almost 2,000 years ago.

2. Millions of people ________ (live) in the Roman Empire.

3. The city ________ (become) the center of the Mediterranean world.

4. Romulus ________ (kill) his brother Remus in the story of Rome's origin.

5. In the past, people ________ (go) to the Forum to talk about politics.

6. Last year, I ________ (visit) the ruins of the Roman Forum.

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Answer Key

Exercise 1: True or False

1. T | 2. F | 3. T | 4. T | 5. F | 6. T | 7. T

Exercise 2: Vocabulary

1-B | 2-C | 3-E | 4-A | 5-D

Exercise 3: Grammar

1. built | 2. lived | 3. became | 4. killed | 5. went | 6. visited

The foundation of a medieval town

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jvJUPrmS18

Part 1: Word Formation (Derivation)

Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in brackets (e.g., change a noun to an adjective or a verb to a noun).

1. The __________ (defend) walls were the most important feature of any medieval town to keep out invaders.

2. Many streets were not planned; instead, they had an __________ (organize) growth that followed the shape of the land.

3. The cathedral was usually the most __________ (impress) building in the center of the town.

4. Because space inside the walls was limited, builders used "jettying" to __________ (maximum) the living area on upper floors.

5. The __________ (spirit) life of the citizens revolved around the local parish church or cathedral.

6. Local merchants formed guilds to increase their __________ (economy) power and control trade.

7. Walking through the narrow, winding streets can feel like being in a __________ (mystery) labyrinth.

8. Modern architects still admire the __________ (construct) of heavy timber-framed houses from that era.

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Part 2: Open-Ended Questions

Answer the following questions using your own words to practice your B1 speaking or writing skills.

1. Defense: Why were walls and gatehouses considered the most important "shell" of a medieval town?

2. Urban Planning: In what ways did a medieval town differ from a modern city in terms of how the streets were designed?

3. Social Life: What were the two main functions of the Market Square, and why was it located in the center?

4. Architecture: Explain the concept of "jettying." Why did people build the upper floors of their houses wider than the ground floor?

5. Materials: What is "half-timbering," and why do you think most common people used wood and mud instead of stone to build their homes?

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Answer Key for Part 1

1. defensive (noun to adjective)

2. organic (verb/noun to adjective)

3. impressive (verb to adjective)

4. maximize (adjective to verb)

5. spiritual (noun to adjective)

6. economic (noun to adjective)

7. mysterious (noun to adjective)

8. construction (verb to noun)

One Night in Bangkok

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKVP6QxEf-0

English Exercise: "One Night In Bangkok"

Artist: Murray Head

Level: B1 (Intermediate)

Instructions: Listen to the song and fill in the missing words from the box below.

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Vocabulary Box

city • world • minute • level • lucky • pieces • pity • crowded • move • company • test • game • watch • history • walking

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Lyrics Exercise

[Verse 1] Bangkok, Oriental setting And the (1) __________ don't know what the city is getting The crème de la crème of the chess (2) __________ In a show with everything but Yul Brynner

Time flies, doesn't seem a (3) __________ Since the Tyrolean spa had the chess boys in it All change, don't you know that when you Play at this (4) __________ there's no ordinary venue

[Chorus] One night in Bangkok and the world's your oyster The bars are temples but the pearls ain't free You'll find a god in every golden cloister And if you're (5) __________ then the god's a she I can feel an angel sliding up to me

[Verse 2] One town's very like another When your head's down over your (6) __________, brother It's a drag, it's a bore, it's really such a (7) __________ To be looking at the board, not looking at the city

Whaddya mean? You've seen one (8) __________, polluted, stinking town Tea, girls, warm and sweet Some are set up in the Somerset Maugham suite

Get Thai'd! You're talking to a tourist Whose every (9) __________’s among the purest I get my kicks above the waistline, sunshine

[Chorus] One night in Bangkok makes a hard man humble Not much between despair and ecstasy One night in Bangkok and the tough guys tumble Can't be too careful with your (10) __________ I can feel the devil (11) __________ next to me

[Verse 3] Siam's gonna be the witness To the ultimate (12) __________ of cerebral fitness This grips me more than would a Muddy old river or reclining Buddha

And thank God I'm only watching the (13) __________, controlling it I don't see you guys rating The kind of mate I'm contemplating I'd let you (14) __________, I would invite you But the queens we use would not excite you

[Chorus] One night in Bangkok and the world's your oyster The bars are temples but the pearls ain't free You'll find a god in every golden cloister A little flesh, a little (15) __________ I can feel an angel sliding up to me

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Answer Key

1. city

2. world

3. minute

4. level

5. lucky

6. pieces

7. pity

8. crowded

9. move

11. company

12. walking

13. test

14. game

15. watch

16. history

BALLET

https://youtu.be/-b3z8Rk0zH8?si=fAqBO8JurN_iuvKi  AMERICAN BALLET

https://share.google/6pzYc9SywFLNjMoQP THE KING WHO INVENTED BALLET

Part 1: Open-Ended Questions

Use these questions to practice speaking or writing. Try to use details from the video in your answers.

1. The "Illusion" of Ballet: The video mentions that ballet is an "artful illusion." Why do dancers want to make their performance look easy, even though it is actually very hard work? [01:00]

2. Commitment and Sacrifice: According to the documentary, how many years of training does it take to become a professional, and what kinds of sacrifices do young dancers have to make? [02:37]

3. Gender in Ballet: David Protus mentioned he was often the only boy in his classes before joining SAB. How did he feel about this, and what motivated him to continue? [04:23]

4. The Role of Passion: Giovani Villalobos and Caitlyn Gilland both talk about "passion." How does passion help a dancer deal with injuries or financial difficulties? [05:46]

5. History and Change: How has ballet changed from the time of Italian and French royalty (1600s) to the modern style developed by George Balanchine? [06:44]

6. Partnering: What are the most important qualities a dancer needs when working with a partner (Pas de Deux), and why is "trust" so important? [21:33]

7. The Future: How did Caitlyn and Giovani feel when they were finally invited to become apprentices for the New York City Ballet? [27:38]

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Part 2: Vocabulary Exercise (Level B1)

A. Match the Word to the Definition

Words used in the video:

1. Effortless [00:14]

2. Prestigious [02:08]

3. Daunting [04:34]

4. Innovative [17:56]

5. Apprentice [24:59]

6. Flawless [22:17]

Definitions: * A. Someone who is learning a job or art form by working with experts.

• B. Seeming to require no physical or mental exertion; very easy.

• C. Perfect; without any mistakes or weaknesses.

• D. Inspiring respect and admiration; having high status.

• E. Featuring new methods; advanced and original.

• F. Seeming difficult to deal with in anticipation; intimidating.

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B. Fill in the Blanks

Use the following words: Regimen, Mastery, Subtle, Transformed, Pursue.

1. It takes ten years of training to achieve __________ of ballet technique. [10:32]

2. Even when she was injured, Caitlyn missed her daily __________ of exercise and practice. [11:15]

3. George Balanchine __________ the way people experience ballet by introducing fast, modern movements. [08:14]

4. Sometimes the most __________ movements, like how a partner places his hands, are the most difficult to do well. [23:33]

5. Many students move to New York City to __________ their dream of becoming a professional ballerina. [01:35]

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Answer Key for Vocabulary

Part A: 1-B, 2-D, 3-F, 4-E, 5-A, 6-C

Part B:

1. Mastery

2. Regimen

3. Transformed

4. Subtle

5. Pursue