🎯 B1 ENGLISH CHAPTER 7 – LESSON 3
📘 Lesson Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
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Recognize and use common phrasal verbs with “up,” “down,” “away,” and “back.”
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Understand their meanings through context and examples.
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Improve listening and speaking fluency with authentic podcast conversations.
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Expand vocabulary and build confidence in everyday English communication.
🧭 How to Use This Lesson
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Start with Grammar: Read the Grammar PDF carefully and take notes of new phrasal verbs.
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Listen to the Podcasts: Practice listening for context and pronunciation.
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Do the Practice Exercises: Reinforce learning with real-life audio and video activities.
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Reflect and Review: Take note of how these phrasal verbs appear in everyday conversations.
💡 Tip: Keep your notebook nearby and write 3 original sentences for each new phrasal verb you learn!
🧩 GRAMMAR SECTION
🔤 Phrasal Verbs Part 2 (Units 142–145)
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Unit 142: Phrasal verbs 6 — up / down
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Unit 143: Phrasal verbs 7 — (up) (1)
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Unit 144: Phrasal verbs 8 — (up) (2)
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Unit 145: Phrasal verbs 9 — away / back
🌟 Introduction:
In this grammar section, you’ll explore how ‘up,’ ‘down,’ ‘away,’ and ‘back’ completely change the meaning of verbs. These small words make a big difference in communication — for example, “pick up,” “slow down,” “give away,” and “come back.” Mastering them helps your English sound more natural and fluent.
📘 Access the Grammar Material:
👉 Click on this link to download this Grammar Lesson PDF
💡 Tip: Pay attention to how each phrasal verb can have both literal and idiomatic meanings.
🎧 PODCAST SECTION
🔊 Podcast Series 3: Episodes 9–11
🌟 Introduction:
Listen to engaging conversations that use English in real contexts. Each episode builds on vocabulary and everyday expressions, improving listening comprehension and pronunciation.
🎧 Full Podcast Guide:
👉 Click here to download this Podcast Lesson PDF
Podcasts Series 3, Episode 9
Our listeners’ musical talents are the topic for discussion this episode. Tess and Ravi tell you all about the drink British people are famous for loving.
🎙️ Click here to listen to Episode 9
Podcasts Series 3, Episode 10
Carolina has a new job, but does she enjoy it? Rob and Adam talk about all the different things that you drink.
🎙️ Click here to listen to Episode 10
Podcasts Series 3, Episode 11
Tess and Ravi discuss something British that people think isn’t much good. Adam and Rob read your comments about your jobs.
🎙️ Click here to listen to Episode 11
💡 Tip: After listening, pause and repeat phrases aloud to improve intonation and natural rhythm.
🏋️♀️ B1 ENGLISH CHAPTER 7 – PRACTICE 3
🧠 Practice Focus:
Applying English in context through listening, speaking, and comprehension exercises.
This practice session brings English to life! You’ll follow real-life conversations in Big City Small World and explore British culture with Words on the Street – Loch Ness. These videos help you hear English in authentic use, recognize its meanings in context, and apply it in your own speech.
🗂️ Topics Covered
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🎭 Big City Small World (Series 1, Episodes 10–12)
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🎬 Words on the Street: Loch Ness – scenes and language focus videos
📘 Download Practice Materials
📄 Click here to open Chapter 7 Practice 3 PDF
Big City Small World Episode 10-12
Episode 10: You’ll be a shoo-in!
Episode 11: I’m an architect!
Episode 12: Good news and bad news
💡 Tip: Write down each phrasal verb and describe what it means in the story.
Words on the Street – Loch Ness
Loch Ness is famous all round the world and Stephen wants to try and see the monster. Ashlie thinks there is no monster and is looking forward to learning more about Scotland.
Nick looks at the four nations that make up the United Kingdom.
Four Nations
Loch Ness Scene 1
Loch Ness Scene 1 – Language Focus
Loch Ness Scene 2
Loch Ness Scene 2 – Language Focus
💡 Tip: Turn on English subtitles to better follow and catch new expressions.
✅ Afridemia Learning Tip
“Consistency is key! Review the phrasal verbs daily and try to use at least two new ones in conversation every day.”