What is different about Phrasal Verbs in Britain?
There are plenty of Phrasal Verbs texts available. However, Phrasal Verbs in Britain is the only text which can be used by both teachers and students, for self study or for use in the classroom.
Unlike other phrasal verbs texts, Phrasal Verbs in Britain uses real-life articles and stories, written by professional writers and adapted for EFL learners.
The topics are based on Britain, its history, people and culture. This shows you authentic English language in use, rather than just ‘sentences’ (which you find in other phrasal verb books).
Color photos bring the texts to life and practice exercises help you to really learn and remember the vocabulary and grammar. The accompanying audio file means that you can listen while in the car, exercising in the gym or at home.
What is a phrasal verb?
A phrasal verb or multi-word verb is a main verb plus one or two particles e.g. work out (work = verb and out = particle).
Sometimes it is possible to guess the meaning of a phrasal verb e.g. sit down (sit) because the verb and the meaning are similar. However, it is often difficult to guess the meaning of a phrasal verb because the verb is not similar to the meaning e.g. put off (delay).
Also, phrasal verbs often have more than one meaning e.g. cut down (reduce and chop).
It is important for students of English to understand the use of phrasal verbs in context.
Why are phrasal verbs important?
Phrasal verbs are important because they are used in everyday spoken English. They form an important part of all major English language tests.
If you have ever found it difficult to understand English in magazines, newspapers, on TV or on the radio, then you probably need to improve your knowledge of phrasal verbs.
Most qualified and experienced English language teachers will tell you that any successful English course should include phrasal verbs from elementary / pre intermediate level and beyond.
Who are these books for?
These phrasal verb books are ideal for any English language student from pre-intermediate level and beyond.
Phrasal verbs are an important part of many exams, which makes Phrasal Verbs in Britain ideal for TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge First Certificate and PET students.
It is also suitable for use by teachers in the classroom for students of all ages and nationalities. Each module is presented so that it is easy to use and adapt. The text is ideal for use along with other texts as part of a course of study.
What does it contain?
Each module begins with a true short ‘story’ or article showing twelve phrasal verbs in natural use.
The next page asks you to insert the correct multi-word verb into the gaps and then to match each multi-word verb with the appropriate synonym.
Each module has been developed from a professionally written, real article and includes writing to argue, persuade, advise, inform, explain, describe and entertain. The narrative texts are short (about 200 words), but interesting and realistic, so you will learn how to use the language in natural settings and contexts. Each module includes color photographs to bring the text to life.
These E-books are printable and come with listening exercises for practice in the car, at the gym or at home. These have been professionally recorded by a native speaker. The articles and stories include British history, food, famous people, current issues, music, television and film. Here are some of the modules in each e-book.
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