Unit 3: Relations

• Introduction to Unit 3

  This unit is about describing people, what they look like and relationships.

  NOW GO TO THE FIRST SECTION: Dialogue

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• Dialogue

  

  Read the following dialogue between two colleagues, Ben and Lea, discussing a new person at their work.

  Ben: So, what do you think of the new person? Lea: Theo? He seems nice, smart and sociable. Ben: Yeah, he does seem sociable. Maybe a bit arrogant though? Lea: ...

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• Vocabulary

  

  Now let’s look at some of the words and phrases from the conversation in more detail.

  “Smart” in this case means “clever” or “intelligent”. For example, “He passed all his exams – he is so smart”. However, it can also mean “clean, tidy and well dressed”. ...

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• Comprehension Questions

  

  Now go back and read the conversation again, and try to answer the following questions about it. After this, discuss your answers with a friend.

  Why does Ben think Theo is arrogant? (2 marks) Why does Lea think she will get on well with Theo? (1 mark) How long has Theo been at their work ...

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• Grammar

  

  The following grammar points are about comparisons and conditionals type 2. Try the accompanying exercises to practise them.

  Comparatives Comparatives are used in English to compare one thing with another using adjectives or adverbs. For most one syllable adjectives, -er is added to make the comparative form, for ...

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• Writing

  

  Practise your written English by completing one of the following writing activities. Try to use new vocabulary and grammar from this unit, and practise reading it out loud – this is a great way to spot mistakes. You could also swap your piece of writing with a friend to correct it. To help you, there are a few ideas of phrases you could use under each question.

  Write a short description of a friend or family member, describing what they are like and explaining why you get on with them. Useful vocabulary: He/she is… They are… Kind/thoughtful/intelligent/funny ...

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