Grade 11 • Unit 1

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Festivals & Occasions · Quiz Revision

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Quiz writing reminder

Prepare an outline and a six-sentence paragraph: one introductory sentence, four supporting sentences, and one concluding sentence.

UNIT 1 VOCABULARY

Vocabulary Bank

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UNIT 1 · COMPLETE GRAMMAR

Grammar Masterclass

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MODAL VERBS · CAN / CAN'Tcan / can't + base verb
Mr Ali can fix the computer. Sara can't swim.
Question: Can your aunt speak five languages? / How many languages can your aunt speak?
MODAL VERBS · COULD / COULDN'Tcould / couldn't + base verb
I could play the piano when I was a child. / I couldn't play the piano when I was a child.
Noura couldn't speak French when she was young.
MODAL VERBS · BE ABLE TOam / is / are able to + base verb: Students are able to answer the questions.
was / were able to: She was able to unlock the door yesterday.
will / won't be able to: He won't be able to travel abroad.
has / have (not) been able to: Since his accident, he hasn't been able to leave for work.
In a successful single past event, was/were able to often replaces managed to.
MODAL VERBS · MANAGE TOmanage / manages / managed to + base verb
After great effort, my sister managed to pass her exam.
The driver managed to start the engine on the third try.
Negative: She didn't manage to finish the task. (Not: didn't managed.)
INTENSIFIERS · VERY / EXTREMELY / FAIRLY / QUITEvery happy; extremely difficult; fairly big; quite interesting.
These come before adjectives. Fairly often means moderately or to some extent.
pretty hard = rather hard (informal).
INTENSIFIERS · ABSOLUTELY / COMPLETELY / BRAND / SOabsolutely impossible; completely wrong; totally different; utterly ridiculous.
brand new = completely new (a fixed expression).
so + adjective + that: The movie was so interesting that I watched it again.
Use "brand new", not "brand interesting". With a noun, "such a/an + adjective + noun" is a different structure.
PHRASAL VERBS · GO OUTThe lights went out during the storm. = stopped shining.
We go out with friends. = leave home for an activity.
PHRASAL VERBS · GO ONGo on. Don't stop speaking. = continue.
The meeting went on for twenty minutes.
PHRASAL VERBS · GO OFFThe alarm clock goes off at six. = rings / sounds.
Important: the pamphlet's security-alarm MCQ omits the correct choice "off". This revision uses a corrected question.
PHRASAL VERBS · GO AWAYGo away and leave me alone. = leave.
PHRASAL VERBS · GO UPThe price of gold is going up. = increasing.
PHRASAL VERBS · GO WITHOUTIt's better not to go without breakfast. = not have something.

Grammar Practice · 18 Questions

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Exam tip: Use the base verb after can/could; use to + base verb after able and manage. For a past negative, say didn't manage to.
3 CORE WRITING TOPICS

Writing Workshop

Choose a topic. Read its outline, then try writing before revealing the model.

More writing ideas: Hajj as a spiritual journey; activities during Hala February; preparations for Hala February; and the Qurain Cultural Festival. Each asks for an outline and a six-sentence paragraph.
UNIT 1 · SET BOOK

Reading Questions

Practise answering in complete sentences.

What festivals do people celebrate in Kuwait?People celebrate Hala February, National Day, Liberation Day and the Qurain Cultural Festival.
Why is Hala February a patriotic celebration?It celebrates Kuwait's national occasions and strengthens national pride.
How does Hala February go beyond Kuwait?It attracts visitors from other Gulf countries.
Why is the Qurain Cultural Festival important?It supports artists and encourages cultural dialogue.
Why are festivals held?To celebrate important occasions, preserve traditions and bring people together.
What do festivals offer visitors?Entertainment, cultural events, shopping and opportunities to meet people.
What activities can visitors enjoy at the Qurain Cultural Festival?Concerts, exhibitions and film screenings.
How can festivals benefit society?They attract tourists, support businesses and bring communities together.
How do Kuwaitis celebrate National Day?They display flags, join celebrations and spend time with family and friends.
How are modern festivals different from traditional celebrations?Modern festivals often include large public events, while traditional celebrations focus more on customs and community gatherings.
Why is Hajj important for Muslims?It is one of the five pillars of Islam and brings Muslims together.
How do Muslims prepare for Hajj?They prepare spiritually and physically, learn the rituals and arrange travel documents.
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