TASK 2. Listen to the audio and write a dictation.

TASK 3. Answer the questions.

1. What had you learned about English by the time you started taking English classes?

1. How did your life change after you had applied for your current job?

1. Write down three tips for people who want to lose weight.

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1. What should people do to maintain mental health?

1. What personality traits do you value most in other people?

1. Do you remember meeting your best friend? What first impression did he/she make? 

1. Write down important qualities for a manager.

TASK 2. Fill in the gaps in the text with the right form of a verb or a suitable word.

TASK 1. Transform the sentences using active grammar and vocabulary.

1. It irritates me that he interrupts me all the time.

(always) - 

1. She failed 5 interviews. She finally got a job.

(by the time) - 

1. He was doing lunges from 4 to 5 PM. I came at 4:30.

(while) - 

1. He isn’t strong. He can’t lift that box.

(enough) -

1. She makes an impression of a smart person.

(across) -

1. He used to eat sandwiches for breakfast, but now he eats oatmeal instead.

(with) -   

1. He is so determined, but his brother isn’t.

(contrast) -

1. Last week she started doing yoga.

(up) -

1. He improved his performance. He won the competition.

(after) -

1. Did she stop eating meat?

(out) -

TASK 5. Agree or disagree with the statements.

1. Many employees experience anxiety before having a conversation with a boss, but with proper preparation and relaxation techniques, it can be managed effectively.

2. Dealing with confrontational people can be challenging, but it's essential to address the situation calmly and confidently.

3. It's crucial not to stoop to someone's level when faced with criticism but answer with self-confidence.

TASK 4. Answer the questions (3-4 sentences each answer).

1. Have you ever had a task or situation that was a pain in the butt? How did you handle it, and what did you learn from the experience?

2. Can you think of a time when someone tried to push your buttons to provoke a reaction? 

3. How can we maintain our integrity and deal with difficult situations in a more positive way not stoop to people's level?

4. How can you easily defuse the situation? What works the best in your opinion?

5. What are some ways insecure people can work on building their self-confidence?

TASK 3. Match the phrases to make collocations.

TASK 1. Match sleep problems with their definitions.

TASK 5. Answer the questions. 

1. Have you ever heard of any of the sleeping disorders mentioned in the video? If so, which one(s) and what do you know about them?

2. Can you think of any potential reasons for developing insomnia, restless leg syndrome, or other sleep disorders mentioned in the video?

3. What are some common symptoms that someone may experience a sleep disorder? Have you ever experienced any of these symptoms yourself or known someone who has?

4. In the video, they mentioned shiftwork disorder. Do you think working irregular shifts or night shifts can affect a person's sleep quality? How might this impact their overall well-being?

5. If you had a friend or family member who was experiencing symptoms of a sleep disorder, what advice would you offer to them?