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6 th year
EJE 1: Well-being

• Reading and discussion: Apps to keep you fit

• Vocabulary: Well-being
• Grammar: Past Perfect, Reported Speech for statements

• Do you agree with the Irish Proverb?

• What other things would you add?

• Make your own list of the “Five best cures for anything”.

1.SPEAKING Discuss the questions.

1 How many apps do you have on your phone?
2 What are the apps for and which ones do you use most?
3 What apps do you know of that help you keep fit and stay healthy?

2. Read the article. Match headings A–E with paragraphs 1–5.

A Feel calmer
B Get the right music
C Stay well
D Keep fi t
E Eat and drink the right things

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3.SPEAKING Which apps would you like to use and why? Discuss with a partner.

4.SPEAKING Match the sentence halves. Discuss whether you agree with the statements.

1 The only way to lose a healthy food choices.

2 Children don’t know how to make b to nuts, you should tell everybody.
3 It’s important to keep c weight is to eat less and exercise more!
4 People usually come out in d a rash because of something they’ve eaten.
5 If you are allergic e their pulse.
6 Most people don’t know how to check f track of the calories you eat in a day.

5.Replace the underlined verb phrases with the phrasal verbs highlighted in the text
(work out – pass out – cut out – stress sb out – take up – get over – suffer from) Rewrite the sentences.

1 I like doing physical exercise to music. →

2 I’ve decided to start jogging. →
3 I don’t think I’ve ever fainted. →
4 Fortunately, nobody in my family has asthma. →
5 It always takes me a while to recover from a cold. →
6 I don’t really like meat so I’m going to stop eating it. →
7 Exams always make me feel nervous. →

6.SPEAKING Read the sentences in Exercise 5 to each other. Are they true for you or your
partner? Why?
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6.Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the
first. Use the Past Perfect and the Past Simple in each sentence.
1 I wasn’t worried about the mystery illness. The doctors
found a cure for it before.
The doctors ________________so ________________

2 The patient was released from hospital. Then a new

problem was found.
When the new problem ________________________

3 The ambulance arrived. Before then, the police officer

saved the woman’s life.
The police officer_______________ before ___________

4 I couldn’t pay for my medicine. I left my wallet at home.

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I _____________ because _________________________

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Summarizing… GRAMMAR PRACTICE

• To report what other people said, we can quote their actual words (Direct Speech) or use Reported Speech.
We do not change the quoted words in Direct Speech:
‘We are playing on a new basketball court.’ ➞ They said: ‘We are playing on a new basketball court.’

• In Reported Speech we often use say (that) and tell sb (that). That may be omitted.
We also use indirect objects (me, us, etc.)
‘The match is great.’ ➞ She told me/said (that) the match was great.
‘I felt dizzy.’ ➞ He told me (that) he had felt dizzy.

• Tenses change in Reported Speech:

Direct Speech Reported Speech

Direct Speech ➞ Reported Speech
Present Simple ➞ Past Simple
Sam: ‘I work.’ Sam said (that) he worked.
‘Sue doesn’t work.’ Sam said (that) Sue didn’t work.

Present Continuous ➞ Past Continuous

Sam: ‘I’m working.’ Sam said (that) he was working.
‘Sue isn’t working.’ Sam said (that) Sue wasn’t working.

Present Perfect ➞ Past Perfect

Sam: ‘I’ve worked.’ Sam said (that) he had worked.
‘Sue hasn’t worked.’ Sam said (that) Sue hadn’t worked.

Past Simple ➞ Past Perfect

Sam: ‘I worked.’ Sam said (that) he had worked.
‘Sue didn’t work.’ Sam said (that) Sue hadn’t worked.

Can ➞ could
Sam: ‘I can work.’ Sam said (that) he could work.
‘Sue can’t work.’ Sam said (that) Sue couldn’t work

Will ➞ would
Sam: ‘I will work.’ Sam said (that) he would work.
‘Sue won’t work.’ Sam said (that) Sue wouldn’t work

1- Match the sentence halves.

1 Jason said he wasn’t a have a dentist’s appointment.

2 Tracy told me she didn’t b was checking his pulse.
3 Daisy said she had c feeling dizzy.
4 Liam told me he d made bad choices.

2- Choose the correct option.

1 I said / told you that I was allergic to mushrooms.
2 She said / told she would take up swimming lessons the following month.
3 Tammy said / told me you’d made a complaint.
4 Luther said / told the doctor he had a pain in his chest.
5 Mark and Jill both said / told they would go to the dentist’s.
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 3- Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first.

1 ‘You are allergic to cats,’ said the doctor.

The doctor told me ______________________________________________.

2 ‘I came out in spots after using that cream,’ said Daisy.

Daisy told us ______________________________________________

3 ‘I can’t work out how to open the bottle of medicine,’ said John.
John said ______________________________________________

4 ‘You’ve lost a lot of weight,’ Dr Lund said to Magda.

Dr Lund told Magda ______________________________________________

5 ‘I practise meditation to reduce stress,’ Morris told me.

Morris told me ______________________________________________

6 ‘I don’t work out enough,’ Tracy said to me.

Tracy told me ______________________________________________

7 ‘I’m not taking up tennis,’ Richard said.

Richard said ______________________________________________

8 ‘I’ve got a runny nose,’ said Phil.

Phil told us ______________________________________________.

9 ‘You’ll get a flu if you don’t wear a jacket,’ said mum.

Mum said I ______________________________________________

10 ‘I will finish this tomorrow”, Wendy told her mum.

Wendy told her mum ______________________________________________

11 ‘I’m working today”, the teacher told us

The teacher told us ______________________________________________

12 ‘I’ve been ill for a couple of weeks,’ said mum.

Mum said ______________________________________________

13 ‘I was at the doctor’s all morning,’ Laly told me.

Laly told me ______________________________________________

14 ‘I’ll lend you the money,’ my dad told me.

My dad told me ______________________________________________

15 ‘I can’t do this without your help,’ Clair told Robert.

Clair told Robert ______________________________________________

16 ‘The meeting will start early,’ Pam said.

Pam said ______________________________________________

17 ‘I haven’t seen Carla since last year,’ Brendan told me.

Brendan told me ______________________________________________

18 ‘I think Jack will do something stupid,’ Tomas said.

Tomas said ______________________________________________
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 https://drive.google.com/file/d/168LuxwzMSgXCf3meNEvB5
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After listening to each conversation, write two sentences

reporting what the speakers said.

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Your own report

Option 1
Work in teams.
Bring a piece of news.
Share that with your class reporting what the people say.

Option 2
Work in teams.
Bring a short video.
Share that with your class reporting what the characters say.
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EJE 2: SCIENCE
▪ Voz Pasiva

✓ Presente Simple y Pasado Simple

✓ Presente Perfecto y Futuro

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EJE 3: AMBITION AND MONEY
▪ Formas y usos de Condicional Uno y Dos.

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EJE 4: CURRICULUM VITAE – ENTREVISTAS PERSONALES
▪ Modelos de curriculums.
▪ Construcciòn de curriculum vitae.
▪ Carta para aplicar a un trabajo.
▪ Tips de entrevistas laborales.
▪ Momentos de una entrevista laboral.
▪ Entrevista oral.

Curriculum Vitae

✓ Personal details and contact information. Most CVs start with contact information and
personal data but take care to avoid superfluous details, such as religious affiliation,
children's names, and so on.

✓ Education and qualifications. Be sure to include the names of institutions.

✓ Work experience/employment history. The most widely accepted style of employment

record is the chronological curriculum vitae. Your career history is presented in reverse date
order starting with the most recent appointment. More emphasis/information should be
placed on your most recent jobs.

✓ Skills. Include computer skills, foreign language skills, and

any other recent training.

▪ Training / Graduate Fieldwork / Study Abroad

▪ Dissertations / Theses
▪ Research experience
▪ Teaching experience
▪ Awards and honors
▪ Technical, computer, and language skills
▪ Professional licenses, certifications, and
memberships
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BUILDING THE PERFECT CURRICULUM

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SOME EXAMPLES…

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 WHAT IS AN APPLICATION LETTER?

An application letter, also known as a cover letter, is a document that accompanies your resume
when you're applying for a job. This letter expands upon the information you have noted in your
resume. It gives you a powerful opportunity to emphasize your most relevant qualifications and
explain why you believe you're the best candidate for the job.

While you're not always required to include an application letter with your resume, it's always a
good idea to do so. This document allows you to present a persuasive argument for why you
deserve a job interview. Your application letter can also help explain your resume further, such as
a long gap in employment or apparent demotion.

While a resume is confined to a concise format, your application letter provides room for
elaboration. Use the application letter to its full potential to increase your chances of moving
forward in the hiring process.

HOW TO WRITE AN APPLICATION LETTER

Follow these steps to compose a compelling application letter:

1. Research the company and job opening

Thoroughly research the company you're applying to and the specifications of the open position.
The more you know about the job, the better you can customize your application letter. Look for
details like:

• Recent awards the company has received

• Major accomplishments or distinguishers that set this business apart from competitors
• Specialized certifications, skills or knowledge that are necessary or helpful for the job
• The size of the company
• The company culture
• Charitable projects the company is involved with
• The name and title for the hiring manager
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2. Use a professional format

This letter should follow a professional format and include your name, your contact information,
the date and the company's information. Begin with a professional salutation, such as "Dear
X," and address the hiring manager by name whenever possible. If thorough research doesn't
yield the hiring manager's name, you may use "Dear [Department] Hiring Manager," to address
your recipient.

3. State the position you're applying for

Open the letter with a clear statement about the position you are applying for. Mention the
company by name. You may want to specify where you saw the job posting. If you were referred
by someone at the company, be sure to include their name and position.

4. Explain why you're the best fit for the job

In one or two impactful sentences, explain why you're the best fit for this job opening. Provide
clear details regarding your experience, skills, education or certifications.

5. Summarize your qualifications

Mention the top qualifications that make you a good fit for the job. Provide a brief summary of your
background that highlights the most important points from your resume. Consider what you want
the hiring manager to know first. The reader will likely read your cover letter before reviewing your
application, so this is your opportunity to make a compelling argument for why the reader should
review your resume.

6. Mention why you want the job

Include a personal statement about why you want this position. You've already explained why the
company should want you. This section details why you have chosen this company and what
excites you most about this job opportunity.

7. Include a professional closing

Thank the reader for reviewing your letter, reference your resume and any other attached
documents and offer to provide additional information as needed. Mention that you look forward to
the next steps in the hiring process and conclude with "Sincerely," as a closing.
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 APPLICATION LETTER TEMPLATE

[Your name]
[Your address]

[Date]

[Hiring manager's name]

[Hiring manager's title]
[Company name]
[Company address]

Dear [Hiring manager's name],

I'm writing to express my interest in the position of [job title] at [company]. [Explain how you heard
about the job and name your contact if you were referred by someone within the company.] I
believe my [skills and qualifications] make me an ideal fit for this job.

[Use the second paragraph to elaborate on how you would help the company. Reference specific
campaigns or projects when possible.]

[Use the third paragraph to summarize your key qualifications. Elaborate on your most important
accomplishments and include details that you were unable to provide in the more concise format
of your resume.]

[Use the fourth paragraph to briefly explain why you want to work for this company. Mention the
additional documents included with your cover letter, and express your excitement about moving
forward in the hiring process.]

Sincerely,
[Your name]

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 JOB INTERVIEW TIPS

How to Make a Great Impression

BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

1. Start by researching the company and your interviewers.

2. Practice your answers to common interview questions.
3. Reread the job description.
4. Ask a friend to practice answering questions.
5. Prepare a list of references.
6. Be prepared with examples of your work.

HOW TO DRESS FOR A JOB INTERVIEW

1. Start by researching the company’s dress code.

2. Choose clothes that make you feel comfortable and
confident.
3. Avoid revealing clothing.
4. Choose clothing accommodating to the climate and
season.
5. Check for stains, pet hairs and holes.

DURING THE INTERVIEW

1. Plan your interview the night before.

2. Bring copies of your resume, a notebook and pen.
3. Plan your schedule so that you can arrive 10–15 minutes
early.
4. Make a great first impression (shoes, nails, clothes, hair).
5. Treat everyone you encounter with respect. (parking,
security, staff).
6. Practice good manners and body language.
7. Win them over with your authenticity and positivity.
8. Respond truthfully to the questions asked.
9. Keep your answers concise and focused.
10. Do not speak negatively about your previous employers.
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AFTER THE INTERVIEW

1. Ask about next steps.

2. Send a personalized thank you letter after the
interview.

1. Tick ✓ or cross ?
What is the correct option?

2. Answer the following questions.

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 INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

1) Tell me about yourself… (2 minutes)

2) What do you know about our company?

3) Why do you want to work for this company?

4) What are your strengths?

5) What are your weaknesses?

6) Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

7) What ambitions/goals do you have for the future?

8) Why should I hire you?

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