Adjective + Preposition

This is an important topic in which candidates often make mistakes. It's just a matter of learning the patterns and then it will be easy for you to remember the right preposition for each adjective you use in your spoken language and mostly in your writing.

1. She was jealous of her friend because she had a better dress.
2. The waste paper bin was full of crumpled sheets of paper.
3. This computer is capable of producing sophisticated graphics.
4. The town is especially famous for its elegant architecture.

If you use this prepositions properly, you will enhance your writing.

1. I felt very ashamed of making such a stupid mistake.
2. Are you aware of any reason why he should be late?

First Day in Advanced 6

Today was the first class in advanced 6. This is the last month I'll be in the Británico and after that I'm thinking of studying at home before getting the FCE which is going to take place in december. There is an FCE exam practice course that prepares students to get ready for the exam and it lasts a month as far as I know, but I'm not very interested in it, since I'm more inclined to study on my own in order to get the most of some self-study books I'm going to buy. Some of my classmates are pretty excited too, we're about to finish this course that has taken us nearly 3 years.

FCE - An Article

Many people dream of being famous. Which would you prefer: to be famous, or to be successful but not so well-known?

The writer of the best article will be invited to appear on the TV programme: The Next Millionaire.

Write your article.

Beyond Fame and Success

The lure of being famous is so great among people that perhaps no one would pass up the opportunity of becoming famous. Success is other word that people long to achieve. Actually, both of them are positive; however, being famous has some negative aspects to consider.

First, celebrities are continuously in the public eye, and whenever they get involved in a scandal, the gossip is widely disseminated by the tabloids. In addition to that, the paparazzi are so desperate to get a picture of famous people that they don't care to invade their privacy. This could be really disturbing and annoying for anyone.

On the other hand, being successful means having accomplished all that you had proposed in life, but doesn’t ensure you’re going to be famous. Although you’re not a very well-known person, it’s satisfying and encouraging to have achieved a high position in the job you love because you made all your effort. So, despite the advantages of being famous, I prefer to be successful instead.

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FCE - An Essay

You have had a class discussion on how interested young people are in health and fitness. Now, your teacher has asked you to write an essay giving your opinions on the following statement:

Young people generally don't pay enough attention to their health and fitness.

Health and Fitness

Nowadays, health and fitness is a matter of great importance. Health problems caused by our sedentary lifestyles are very common these days, especially in young people who generally don’t pay enough attention to it. As a consequence of this, ignoring the negative effects on their daily lives can lead to a not very favourable result.

Young people tend to spend too much time in front of a computer late at night and don’t have enough sleeping hours. What is more, they usually have a small breakfast before going to their daily activities and at the end of the day they feel stressed because they lack of energy which was not supplied by a decent breakfast or meal during the day.

However, a big percentage of young people are interested in getting fit. They care about their diet and go to a gym or do any sort of exercises which keeps them in shape.

Whatever your age, it’s important to get enough exercise. So think about joining a gym or go for a regular walk or run.

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FCE - A Letter

This is a reply to a friend who is thinking of visiting your country and has asked you to advise her where to go, what to see and what is the best way to get there.

Dear Valerie,

I’m very glad to hear that you’re thinking of visiting my country this summer. You can enjoy striking countryside and scenery in many parts of the country, although Peru's climate varies considerably by region and altitude.

If you want somewhere where weather is temperate, I’d advise you to go to Canta, in the northeast of Lima. It’s a typical village where you can find some nice waterfalls scattered throughout the land as the Velo de la Novia in the highest part of the territory.

If you want to see wildlife, there is no question that Manu is the best bet. I'm sure you will love to see the dolphins in the rivers and many monkey species.

The most common route to get to Canta, starting from Lima is via the Panamericana Norte Highway, heading to the Avenida Universitaria to then exit through Carabayllo entering a road that will take you to the northeast, towards Canta.

I hope you enjoy your holiday and have good weather!

Best wishes,

Altair

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FCE - A Story

Writing task:

You have decided to enter a short story competition in an English-language magazine. The competition rules say that the story must end with these words:

That one meeting made it a day I will never forget.

And here it goes my own composition for this writing task in advanced 4.

Tittle

At the age of eight, I clearly remember my father getting ready to go through a thick forest to visit my grandmother. It was a sunny morning in Requena, a village in Ucayali. I just was thrilled about the idea of having that adventure that I got ready as soon as he told me to go with him.

During the journey everything seemed to go well, when suddenly some clouds gathered over the forest and it started to drizzle, however, we kept on walking. Once we arrived in a little cottage, I was so tired that I got slept while my father went out to hunt.

Later when I woke up, I realized that I was alone. At that time, I was so frightened that I decided to look for him around the cottage. A woman came to me and told me that she knew where my father was. I followed her, but couldn’t see her face. Then my father appeared with a little deer on his shoulders. That one meeting made it a day I will never forget.

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FCE - A Review

This was the writing task I did in advanced 2, Let me know if you found any mistake.

Writing task:

You have seen this announcement in your local English-language newspaper.

Have you eaten at a local restaurant? If so, why not write a review for our Food section, telling other readers what the restaurant and its food is like?

San Caferino Restaurant

I love Italian food, especially pasta, so I decided to try San Caferino which is on 2 de Mayo Avenue.

For me, first impressions count, and when I got into the restaurant, it made me feel comfortable as though it was home. The lighting was harmoniously arranged, everything was neat and tidy. The waiters were welcoming and hospitable, and not cold as is often the case in some of the city’s more popular restaurants.

As I was eating a tasty starter with and special friend, we managed to sample the specialty of the house and I must say that it was easily the most delectable Italian dish I have ever tried.

My friend and I felt that we were given really good value for money, because the meal came to about $20 per person which we thought was very reasonable.

In my opinion, the things that made it the most enduring experience were definitely the warm atmosphere and the quality of service. I highly recommend visiting it.

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