B2C -preparation and mock grammar test next week

A quick message to the B2c regarding preparation for the second year exam. Please do remember that correct preparation is essential for any exam, and our year two English exam is definitely no exception. Unfortunately, this semester as last, I am noticing that in many cases there are serious problems in grammar, spelling, syntax etc. which must be resolved in order to do the 2nd year exam with success. Unfortunately in many cases I have received little/no homework to check and the work that I have received and/or seen in class often shows errors which are to be avoided in year one English, not to mention the year two exam. Please remember that this year's level (B2) is necessarily more difficult that last year's (B1), therefore scoring an 18 or a 22 on last year's exam is not the equivalent of the same score on this year's 2nd year exam, but the equivalent of a lower grade.

At the end of last semester I reminded the group that it was necessary to come back in the 2nd semester with a higher level of English, but last week I was still seeing some basic errors in question structures, etc.. It is essential to prepare correctly and frequently for this exam - don't leave everything until the last moment, it is impossible to learn a language well in such a manner. In order to do a successful 2nd year exam, it really is necessary to put in a lot of work and, in various cases, improve the level of work being produced. Remember, as we have said all year, lessons are just a starting point, but you must do much more on your own, and show me your work regularly so that I can check and correct it for you. Don't forget that coming to class regularly is also important.

Remember that in the 2nd year course guide (in my teaching materials) which you must read, you can find information about the exam, including the grammar programme. As we said from the start of the year, we are looking at the main new points in class, but smaller points and old material should be covered on your own.

In the first semester we did a mock 2nd year grammar test. Next week at some point we should be doing another, so please be sure to review the work we have been doing and also to come to class.

Please speak with me as soon as possible if you need any clarifications or advice about your work, and don't forget the language-learning spirit...