Category Archive: Speak Easy

Dec 21

Common Words with DOWN

 Down-and-out, down payment, closedown… Well, don’t be down (=unhappy) if you are not really sure what these words and expressions mean, but take this quiz to practice the top 10 most common words with DOWN! Scroll down for more common words with down.   Level: B1 and above     WORDS TO KNOW to be / …

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Dec 18

The Ultimate Immigrant Story – Gloria & Emilio Estefan

 The success story of Gloria & Emilio Estefan can be considered the ultimate immigrant story. At a time when immigration is such a debated issue all over the world, their story can be inspiring to many! Enjoy the interview and learn some useful expressions along the way. Level: B2 and above       EXPRESSIONS …

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Dec 18

Love on Layaway by Gloria Estefan

 Listening to songs is a great way to improve your English. The next song in our Christmas song countdown is Love on Layaway by Gloria Estefan. BTW, it’s the perfect excuse to learn the word layaway! Aim & Level: ESL songs, any level   Scroll down for the lyrics & word list.   LYRICS & …

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Dec 16

The Top 10 Most Common Words with UP

 Take this quiz to practice the top 10 most common words with UP. Well, only if you‘re up for it (= ready), Scroll down for a list of words to know.   Level: B1 and above       WORDS TO KNOW   heads-up = a warning, an advice in advance thumbs-up = a reaction to …

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Dec 14

7 Awesome Holiday Gift Ideas – The Tech Grab Bag

 If you are still searching for the right gifts for your family and friends, here are a few great ideas from Yahoo Tech! It’s also a great listening exercise – enjoy! Level: B2 and above   KEY WORDS TO KNOW & INTERACTIVE QUIZ You have 2 minutes to answer 5 questions! Ready? Set! Go!   …

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Dec 08

Problem words # 2 – Lie and Lay Explained & Interactive Quiz

 These words are easily confused, so let’s quickly revise them and see how they differ in meaning. After that, take a short, interactive quiz to practice using the words in context. Level: B2 and above Language focus: grammar, verbs in context TIP: It’s a good idea to print out this page for future reference & …

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Dec 06

Remember Snoopy and Charlie Brown? – Here is a sneak peek at The Peanuts Movie

 The Peanuts Movie hit theaters in November, so let’s take a peek at the trailer showcasing all the lovable characters! Scroll down for a quick vocabulary quiz & have fun! Level: B1 and above     DO THIS QUICK VOCABULARY QUIZ using words from the video!         If you like or website, …

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Dec 04

Traditional Eggnog Recipe & Video Lesson

 The holidays are just around the corner, so you may want to get ready for the best Christmas and New Year’s recipes! If eggnog is one of your faves (= favorites) too, watch & learn Level: B1 and above   Number the steps that you need to take to make a mean (= very good) …

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Dec 03

Change-a-letter WORD PLAY

 A quick vocabulary building exercise, just for fun! It gets more difficult as you go on! Level: starts from B1 and gradually moves to C1   If you teach English and would like to try this activity with your students, download the pdf.         If you like this activity, share it with …

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Dec 02

Reading & Vocabulary – Want to keep your friends? Then don’t use this word!

 Useful advice about what to say when you are too busy to hang out with (=spend time with) your friends, but you want to show them that you care about them and they are important! Level: B2 (intermediate and above)     Want to keep your friends? Then Don’t use this word!   There’s this …

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