BPCENGLISHSCHOOL

 To express an opinion at the B1 level, use simple phrases like "I think...", "I feel...", and "In my opinion...".  You can also start with expressions such as "Personally, I think..." or "From my perspective..." to make your view clear. To agree, use phrases like "I agree" or "That's true", while to disagree politely, try "I see your point, but..." or "I'm not so sure about that".  Phrases for Giving Your Opinion  * "I think...": or "I don't think..." * "I feel (that)..." * "In my opinion..." * "Personally, I believe..." * "From my perspective..." * "It seems to me that..." * "The way I see it,..." Phrases for Stronger Opinions  * "I'm convinced that..." * "I'm sure that..." * "I have no doubt..." * You can also add adverbs like "honestly" or adjectives to sh...

 *Real Conditionals* Real conditionals talk about situations that are possible or likely to happen. We use the present simple in the if-clause and the future simple in the main clause. Example: "If it rains, I'll take an umbrella."  Here are a few more: - If I finish my homework, I'll watch TV.  - If she calls, I'll answer.  - If it's sunny, we'll go to the beach.  *Unreal Conditionals* Unreal conditionals talk about situations that are unlikely or impossible. We use the past simple in the if-clause and would + base form of the verb in the main clause. Example: "If I won the lottery, I'd buy a house."  Here are a few more: - If I were you, I'd take the job.  - If it snowed in Santo Domingo, we'd be surprised!  (Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic, and it doesn't snow there) - If I had more time, I'd learn to play the guitar.  Real conditionals, also known as first conditionals, refer to situations that are l...

  Let's talk about using "used to" for emotions and feelings at the B1 English level. *"Used to" for past emotions and feelings* - We can use "used to" to describe emotions or feelings that we experienced in the past but don't feel the same way now. Examples: - I used to be afraid of spiders, but now I'm not scared. - She used to love playing alone, but now she enjoys playing with friends. - They used to feel anxious about public speaking, but now they're more confident. *Talking about past emotional states* - Use "used to" + verb (e.g., feel, be, enjoy) to describe past emotional states. Examples: - I used to feel nervous before exams, but now I'm more prepared. - He used to be shy around strangers, but now he's more outgoing. - We used to enjoy going to the beach, but now we prefer hiking. *Contrasting past and present emotions* - Use "used to" to contrast past emotions with present emotions. Examples: - I used...

  Let's break it down. At B1 level, you're expected to understand and use "would" and "used to" correctly.  Here's a quick rundown: *Used to* - *Past habits or states*: "Used to" talks about past habits or states that don't happen now.     - Example: "I used to play football every weekend, but now I'm too busy." - *Past repeated actions*: It's also for actions that happened regularly in the past but don't anymore.     - Example: "She used to live in Santo Domingo, but now she lives in Santiago." *Would* - *Past habits*: "Would" can also talk about past habits, often in a more formal or narrative context. It's a bit more literary than "used to."    - Example: "Every summer, he would visit his grandparents in the countryside." - *Conditional*: Don't forget "would" is also used for conditionals (not the main topic here, but worth mentioning).     - Example: "I...

 comparing past and present situations in English at the B1 level. *Using "used to" and "now"* - "Used to" describes past habits or states that are no longer true. - "Now" describes the present situation. Examples: - I used to live in a small town, but now I live in a big city. - She used to be shy, but now she's very confident. *Comparing with adjectives* - Use comparative forms (e.g., -er, more) to compare past and present. Examples: - Life is more expensive now than it was 10 years ago. - I'm happier now than I used to be. *Talking about changes* - Use phrases like "I've changed," "things have changed," or "I've become." Examples: - I've become more outgoing since I moved to the city. - Things have changed a lot since I was a kid. *Discussing habits and routines* - Compare past and present habits using "used to" and "now." Examples: - I used to go to bed early, but now I sta...