Review Lab 02 —Reading and the photo task
Reading & Writing Part 1 · Part 3 · Listening Part 3 · Speaking Part 2 — exam-paced practice. Revision only · recycles Modules 3–4 — no new language.
A2 Key parts in this lesson
Why this lesson now? Second check-up — Reading 2 and Speaking 2 come back.
Your level · You are here
Exam Boost · Performance Session
A progress checkpoint, not a test.
Practise the language from this part of the course again. Try challenges, mini-tasks and longer speaking turns. Do not worry about small mistakes. You can replay any part.
Get ready · 01
5 minGet talking — no pressure
Ask your partner: 'Have you ever visited a museum?' Answer with 'Yes, I have' or 'No, I've never...'.
Look around you. Say two things: 'There is a...' and 'There are some...'.
Pick one target: using modals correctly, first conditional, or describing a photo. Tell your teacher.
Grammar recap · 02
8–10 minModals and first conditional (Modules 3–4 recycle)
Should/must/have to/can/could = advice, obligation, ability, possibility. If + present simple, will/won't = a real future result.
- 1Modules 3 and 4 introduced modal verbs for advice, obligation and ability (should, must, have to, can, could) and the first conditional for real future results (if + present simple, ... will/won't).
- 2Module 3 also covered possessives, have got and the present perfect with ever/never, and Module 4 covered there is/are with prepositions of place.
- 3This lab rebuilds speed and accuracy with all of these, not new grammar.
You should try the new café — it's excellent. (advice)
If it rains tomorrow, we'll stay at home. (first conditional)
You must wear a seatbelt in a car. (obligation)
I can swim, but I can't ski. (ability)
Have you ever been to London? — No, I've never been there. (present perfect with ever/never)
There's a bookshop between the bank and the café. (there is/are + preposition of place)
Challenge 1.You ___ book early — tickets usually sell out fast.
Challenge 2.If it's sunny tomorrow, we ___ go to the beach.
Challenge 3.You ___ arrive late — it's very rude here.
Challenge 4.___ you ever tried sushi?
Challenge 5.There ___ two shops near my house.
Challenge 6.My sister ___ got a new bike.
Build the sentence → spot the natural chunks → say it aloud → reply like a real conversation.
1.Rebuild the sentence — then say it aloud.
2.Rebuild the sentence — then say it aloud.
3.Rebuild the sentence — then say it aloud.
4.Rebuild the sentence — then say it aloud.
Quick check 1.Which sentence gives ADVICE?
Quick check 2.Which sentence talks about EXPERIENCE (ever/never)?
Vocabulary recap · 03
5–7 minRecycle your toolkit
at any time / at no time — used with present perfect
Ask a partner 'Have you ever...?' and answer with 'never' if true.
used for obligation — something is necessary
Say one thing you must do every morning.
What to do
- 1.Revision only — every word here comes from Modules 3–4.
- 2.Match each one with its meaning.
Tap an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.
What to do
Sort the recycled words by the module where you first met them.
Activation · Personalise · Recycle
Reactivate Modules 3–4 language out loud — nothing new here, just faster recall.
Ask your partner
- Say one thing you've got in your bag.
- Ask a partner 'Have you ever...?' and answer with 'never' if true.
- Say one thing you must do every morning.
"Say what is next to your school."next to
Which modal (should, must, can, could) do you still mix up?
Write 25–35 words giving advice about visiting your town, using a modal AND a first conditional sentence.
Pronunciation polish · 04
3–4 minStressing the key modal or time word
Put a little more stress on the key word (should, ever, never, will) so listeners hear your meaning clearly.
- • You SHOULD try it at least once.
- • Have you EVER been to Spain?
- • I've NEVER tried that before.
- • If it rains, we'll STAY at home.
Reading challenge · 05
8–10 minReading Part 3 — Eliminating wrong answers
Read along — listen to the text
Tap play to listen. Replay as many times as you need.
In Reading & Writing Part 3, you read a longer text and answer questions with three options. Not every wrong option is obviously wrong — some contain a detail from the text that is true, but doesn't answer the actual question.
A fast, reliable method is elimination: read the question first, then check each option against the text one at a time, crossing out any option that the text clearly contradicts or doesn't mention. Often two options can be removed quickly, leaving only one sensible choice. This is the same strategy practised in Module 4 — the goal today is to make it automatic under time pressure.
Challenge 1.According to the text, why are some wrong options tricky?
Challenge 2.What should you read first, according to the text?
Challenge 3.What is the goal of practising elimination today?
Q1.Every wrong option is obviously false.
Q2.Elimination means removing options the text contradicts or doesn't mention.
Q3.This strategy is completely new today.
What to do
- 1.Reading & Writing Part 1 — Read each notice and choose A, B or C.
- 2.About 5 minutes.
DEBATE CLUB
You must sign up before Friday. There is a form next to the office door.
1.What must students do?
2.What does Dan suggest?
LOST PROPERTY
There is a blue bag near the front desk. If you've lost it, ask at reception.
3.Where is the blue bag?
4.What must the student bring?
Children must have an adult with them. There's a lifeguard next to the pool at all times.
5.What does the sign say about children?
Listening challenge · 06
8–10 minListening Part 3 — A longer interview about a hobby
Listening audio
Tap play to listen. Replay as many times as you need.
Show transcript
Interviewer:So, have you ever tried rock climbing before today?
Guest:No, I've never tried it — this is my first time!
Interviewer:What do you have to do before you start?
Guest:You must wear a helmet, and you have to check your equipment carefully.
Interviewer:Is it difficult?
Guest:A little, but if you're careful, you can do it. You should just take your time.
Challenge 1.Has the guest tried rock climbing before?
Challenge 2.What must climbers wear?
Challenge 3.What advice does the guest give?
What to do
Tick every recycled Module 3–4 word or phrase you hear in the dialogue.
Skills challenge · 07
5 minListening Part 3 — following a longer interview
Read the questions before you listen, then listen for the SAME idea in different words.
Task
- 1Listening Part 3 plays a longer interview with two speakers.
- 2The questions follow the order of the conversation, but the answer is often given in different words from the question.
Example
Question: What must climbers wear? The speaker says: You must wear a helmet. → Same key word, easy match.
Writing challenge · 08
5 minShow what you can do
Q1.Type ONE word: 'Have you ___ been to Italy?'
Q2.Type ONE word: 'I've ___ tried sushi before.'
Q3.Type ONE word: 'If it rains, we'll stay ___ home.'
Q4.Type ONE word: 'There is a bank next ___ the café.'
Reading & Writing Part 6 (short message, 25+ words). Reply to a friend who asks for advice about visiting your town. Use a modal (should/must/can) and a first conditional sentence.
Your writing draft
0 words SavedShow model answer & examiner comment
Hi! If you visit my town, you should see the old market — it's great on Saturdays. You must try the local bread too. If you come in summer, you can also visit the park by the river. Let me know when you're coming!
Examiner comment
| 5 | All content points covered; consistent style; range of structures; minor errors only. |
| 3 | Content mostly covered; mostly suitable style; some range; errors don't stop the reader understanding. |
| 1 | Limited content; intrusive errors; very basic structures; under-length. |
What to do
- 1.Reading & Writing Part 1 — Reply to this message in 25 words or more.
- 2.Cover ALL three notes.
Hi! Our class is choosing a place for the end-of-term trip. What do you think we should choose? Why? Mia
Your reply must cover:
- Name a specific place
- Give a clear reason with a modal
- Use a first conditional for the weather
Show model answer
Hi Mia, I think we should choose the science museum, because there's so much to see there. We must book tickets early, though. If it rains, we can still enjoy it because it's all indoors. Let me know what everyone else thinks! Alex
Communication lab · 09
10–15 minTalk it out
Speaking Part 2 — In pairs, describe a photo, then talk about what people should or must do, and what will happen if the weather changes.
Useful phrases
What to do
Choose the most natural Speaking Part 4 answer.
- ExaminerHave you ever tried an unusual sport?
- Candidate_______________
- ExaminerWhat will you do if it rains this weekend?
- Candidate_______________
What to do
- 1.Speaking Part 1 — the examiner asks short personal questions (about 3–4 minutes total).
- 2.Answer naturally, then add extra detail.
Phase 1 — short factual questions
1.Examiner: "What's your name?"
2.Examiner: "Where are you from?"
Tip: Add one detail.
3.Examiner: "Have you ever visited another country?"
Tip: Use the present perfect with ever/never.
4.Examiner: "What should tourists do in your town?"
Tip: Use a modal (should/must/can).
Phase 2 — extended question (aim for 3–5 sentences)
Examiner: "Tell me about a place you think other students should visit."
Tip: Say where it is, what's next to it, and what visitors must or should do there.
Show model extended answer
I think other students should visit the science museum in my city. There's a big park next to it, so you can relax after. I've been there many times, and I've never been bored. You must book tickets early, because it gets busy.
What to do
Speaking Part 2 — Describe the picture together, then discuss the questions.
Picture A
Need help? Show prompts (try describing with no help first)
- • What can you see?
- • What is next to the people in the picture?
- • Have you ever done this activity?
Picture B
Need help? Show prompts (try describing with no help first)
- • What can you see?
- • What do you think people must do to be safe here?
- • Would you like to try this? Why or why not?
Useful phrases
- • In the picture I can see…
- • There's a… next to…
- • I've never…
- • You should/must…
Show model 1-minute description
In the picture I can see people doing an outdoor activity. There's a hill next to them. I've never tried this myself, but I think it looks fun. People should wear the right equipment to stay safe.
Optional · Teacher-led
Teacher Activities
Run this lab as a brisk, communicative checkpoint focused on modals, first conditional and experience — not a test. ~30 min total
Keep it going · 10
Take-homeExtend it at home
Self-study — everything you need is included below. All four skills are covered so you keep the spiral going between lessons; pick the order that suits you.
Reading & Writing Part 1 re-do — repeat the notices task from this lesson in 5 minutes.
Your response
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Task
Reading & Writing Part 1 mock — reply to Mia's message in 25+ words, covering all 3 notes.
Your response
0 words SavedAttempt the task first, then check your answers.
Speaking Part 1 mock — record 4 answers, each with ever/never or a modal.
Your response
0 words SavedMaterials included
Questions
Modal drill — write 3 sentences about school rules using must, should and can.
Your response
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Topics
Wrap-up · 11
2–3 minWhat you can now do
- Review Labs are memory practice, not tests — Modules 3–4 language returns here.
- Modals (should/must/have to/can/could) express advice, obligation and ability.
- The first conditional (if + present simple, will/won't) describes a real future result.
- Present perfect with ever/never talks about experience.
- Reading Part 3 = eliminate options the text contradicts or doesn't answer.
- Listening Part 3 = read the questions first, then listen for reworded answers.
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