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Conjunctions and connector

e, hardly,first(ly), however, even so, on the other hand, etc.

1
Context listening

ElE1 Which of these do you think learner
drivers find most difficult?
overtaking
reversing around corners
parking starting on a hill
getting into the correct lane
changing gear
driving at night using the rear-view mirror

MEI CIE Listen to Sahar and Claudio talking about their experiences of learning to drive.
Which of the things in 1.1 were particular problems for them?

OR Listen again.
1
In what order does Sahar mention these advantages of being taught by a professional instructor?
a

he passed on useful tips

b he was always encouraging
c 1
he used a dual-control car
d he could tell when she was ready to take her test
2
In what order does Claudio mention these advantages of being taught by his mother?

e
she was calm most of the time
I

he got lots of time to practise
g she knew a quiet place to practise

h he didn't have to pay for lessons

1.4 What words or phrases are used to connect these ideas?
I stalled in the middle of a busy road + my instructor stayed completely cool
1
even bf
2
I had the mirror positioned + I just couldn't judge where the back of the car was
it was disappointing to have replacement instructors + the replacements were patient and helpful
3
4 it's expensive to have driving lessons + I would recommend it
5
my mum doesn't have a professional qualification + she has lots of experience
6 I didn't do anything stupid + she stayed calm
1 Even ti I did something incredillij stupid. tike stalling ixt the middle of a. busy rout, he't stay

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