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This program explores the language for not understanding and askingfor help. It introduces how to express being sure or unsure, simplewords, expressions and tips and a practice section.

Introduction:  Carol, Barney, Steve and Serena introduce theprogram.
Chatting:  What to say when you don't understand. Peoplechat about things they don't know - I don't know what; I don't knowwhere; I don't know why.
Language and grammar:  Sure and Unsure. Yes / No; Maybe
New words:  Really! Sure! Sure thing!
Funny things we say:  Of two minds | Keep your cool | Sort of | Younever know
Listen and repeat:  Clips selected from this video, followed by areal time gap to repeat what you hear.
Tips:  Carlos (from Mexico) and Tammy (from China)share their experiences about learning English, and give some tips.

This is available as part of

Simple English Series - 20 program set
The Cutting Edge Simple English Series packagewas designed by psychologist Eve Ash, linguistics expert Dr Fran Byrnesand features comedienne Erin Brown and a team of talented performersfrom the Cutting Communication Comedy Series.  It comprises 20 ground-breaking programs that combine psychology,lin... read more
DVD style course with completion certificate only
Categories
English as Second Language
Release Date
Jan 1, 2015
Video Running Time (minutes)
15:00
Producer
Seven Dimensions - Eve Ash
Course ID
SE15