LEVEL C1

COMMUNICATIVE GRAMMAR AND

OBJECTIVES VOCABULARY OBJECTIVES
Here you will find a detailed list of what you will To learn how to use English in these situations,
be able to do by the end of your C1 level course. you will need to know most of these language areas.

SPOKEN INTERACTION SPOKEN PRODUCTION GRAMMAR VOCABULARY

I can express myself fluently and appropriately, adopting a level of formality I can give clear, well-structured descriptions of complex subjects Futures (revision) Narrative tenses for experience, incl. passive Approximating (vague language)
appropriate to the circumstances and my relationship to the person I am I can develop an argument systematically in well-structured speech, Inversion with negative adverbials Passive forms, all Collocation
talking to. highlighting significant points, and concluding appropriately. Mixed conditionals in past, present and future Phrasal verbs, especially splitting Colloquial language
I can keep up with animated discussions on abstract and complex topics with I can give a clear, well-structured presentation on a complex subject in my
a number of speakers and can participate effectively even when people start Modals in the past Wish/if only regrets Differentiated use of vocabulary
field, expanding and supporting points of view with appropriate reasons and
talking simultaneously. examples. Eliminating false friends
I can understand and exchange complex, detailed information on topics I can put together information from different sources and relate it in a coherent Formal and informal registers
with which I am not personally familiar, pinpointing key areas where further summary. Idiomatic expressions
explanation or clarification is needed.
I can summarise orally long, demanding texts.

LISTENING READING LANGUAGE WORK

This is the type of language work youll be studying with your teacher.
I can understand enough to follow extended speech on abstract and complex I can understand in detail a wide range of lengthy, complex texts likely to be
topics of academic or vocational relevance. encountered in social, professional or academic life, though I may want time to These phrases will be useful in the classroom and beyond.
I can follow extended discussion even when it is not clearly structured and reread them.
when relationships are only implied and not signalled explicitly. I can understand complex texts where stated opinions and implied points of I dont really feel comfortable with
I can follow most lectures, discussions and debates both within and outside my view are discussed. I couldnt care less whether or not.
field. I can understand lengthy, complex manuals, instructions, regulations and
Im afraid this is something I feel quite strongly
I can understand complex technical information, such as instructions for contracts in my field. about.
operating equipment and specifications for products and services I know I can understand formal letters connected or unconnected to my field if I can Michael felt completely devastated. Somebody had
about. occasionally check with a dictionary.
deliberately sabotaged his research but he did not
know who could do such a thing.
It is highly likely that the airport will be closed
again tomorrow.
WRITING STRATEGIES Theres bound to be trouble at the meeting.
Is that settled, then? Yes. Its settled.
I can write clear, well-structured texts on complex topics in an appropriate I can select from a readily available range of expressions to preface my It looks as if shes going to be late.
style with good grammatical control. remarks appropriately and to follow up what other people say.
To cut a long story short, he ended up sleeping
I can present points of view in a paper, developing an argument, highlighting I do not have to restrict what I want say at all; if I cant find one expression I on my floor.
the most important points, and supporting my reasoning with examples. can substitute with another.
To recap on what has been said so far
I can express myself clearly and appropriately in personal correspondence, I can monitor my speech and writing to repair slips and improve formulation.
Supposing he had missed his train?
describing experiences, feelings and reactions in depth.
If youd arrived on time, we would probably
have missed the traffic.
Am I right to think youre responsible?
Its supposed to be good.
Im just not so sure, it could be okay.
Maybe she is the best person for the job.
It could well be the best solution.
I have a feeling there may be a problem here.
I suppose that could be an option.
I rather doubt that hell come.
To be honest, I simply dont care.
Why bother?
Its not such a big issue.
I dont really mind/have an opinion,
one way or the other.
What are you trying to say?
Absolutely!
You can say that again!
It is frequently argued that , however This time next year Ill be sunbathing on my yacht
Its clear that in Antibes. Ill be mixing with celebrities from all over
the world. Ill be driving a look-at-me car and going
No one would dispute that to fancy restaurants.
It is generally accepted that If Lola had given me the information earlier,
All the evidence/data indicates/suggests that shed be coming with us on holiday.
In conclusion, before wewe need to I wish Id studied a bit harder.
I see what you mean, but I cant make anything out; its really dark.
I take your point. I agree we need / Its certainly She knew that her mother had put John up to it.
true that
I know this may not be a popular conclusion, but it
Hell be given a warning.
Hes going to be given an award.
seems to me we have to face (facts/ the fact that)
He ought to be sacked for behaviour like that.
I do appreciate that what I proposed may be
expensive/painful/a surprise to some people, He might have been hurt.
but I really am convinced the evidence shows I should have warned him about the traffic,
we need to but I forgot.
I recognise that this may, but .. You might have told me it was her birthday.
But one should not lose sight of the fact that I felt embarrassed I didnt take a present.
What you say may be true in some contexts, He cant have got my message. He would
however in this case never be this late.
On the contrary, Its there in black and white.
I think you have misunderstood the point He was in excruciating pain.
I was making. The suspense is palpable.
In some circumstances, I would agree with I am absolutely knackered.
you entirely, but in this case He tried to flog me an old banger.
No matter how you look at it, he made a mistake. There will be about 30 odd people well 30 to 40.
All the same, she deserves another chance. Its really good. Its concise, focused, readable.
Hed spent all his money without realising. So, I wouldnt say shes antisocial, just a bit shy.
he couldnt afford a taxi and had to walk home.
It wasnt bad, just a bit disappointing.
My grandmother used to live by the seaside and
we would go there every Easter. My Dad would I wish I could remember her name. Its on the tip of
drive, my mother would navigate and we would my tongue.
sit in the back fighting. Everybody wants work with Marion. She really is the
I just got a phone call from Raoul. Hes in a taxi. flavour of the month.
Hes going to get here in about five minutes. If you want a shoulder to cry on, Ill always be here
for you.

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