English File intermediate Edition 1999: Student's book

English File is a multi-level course for adults and young adults which genuinely understands the realities of both learning and teaching. Each level provides between 60 and 120 hours' teaching material. English File Intermediate features highly-motivating and generative topic areas, systematic vocabulary expansion as well as practical pronunciation support. This level focuses particularly on maximizing opportunities for students to speak. • English Sounds. An illustrated system for teaching pronunciation and phonemic symbols. • Vocabulary Builder. An illustrated topic-based word and phrase dictionary providing the lexical backbone to the course. • Making Conversation. Confidence-building topic-based discussions and debates. • Read Better, Listen Better. Challenging but accessible reading and listening tasks which build students' skills and confidence. • International English. Functional-based lessons to enable students to operate in an English-speaking environment. • Grammar Summary. At-a-glance, student-friendly overview of the grammar syllabus. • Writing Bank. A reference section which provides clear models and tips for a variety of writing tasks. • Check Your Progress. Regular revision pages reviewing and consolidating key language. • Songs. Seven classic songs.