LESSON
9
LET'S LEARN
ABOUT
JULY IN BRITAIN –
Summer Culture &
Events
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EVENTS IN JULY
Wimbledon ➤
BBC Proms ➤
20 Best things to do in London
for free by TimeOut
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British Summer
Time Festival
(BST) ➤
Wimbledon
30 june to 13 july
Oldest and most famous tennis
tournament in the world
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Fun Cultural Facts:
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Spectators often dress elegantly
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The official snack is strawberries and cream –
over 2 million berries served each year!
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Royal family members often attend (you might
spot Prince William or Kate!)
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People watch matches on the grass at “Murray
Mound” (public viewing area) 🠔
18 JULY to 13 SEPTEMBER
BBC PROMS
World’s biggest classical music
festival held every summer in
London
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Some audience members stand for the entire concert – it’s part
of the tradition!
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The “Last Night of the Proms” is full of flags, singing, and
celebration
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People of all ages attend – it’s a mix of classical and popular
culture
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The Royal Albert Hall becomes one of the most exciting places
in London
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Affordable tickets mean everyone can enjoy world-class music
🠔
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27 JUNE to 13 JULY
British Summer
Time Festival(BST)
A huge open-air music festival
in Hyde Park, London
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BST Hyde Park – Fun Cultural Facts
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People bring blankets and enjoy concerts sitting on the
grass
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Fans queue early to get close to the stage
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Food trucks offer British and international street food
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The crowd sings along loudly — it’s a big musical
celebration!
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Artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Zach Bryan, Noah Kahan,
Sabrina Carpenter, Neil Young, Stevie Wonder, and Jeff
Lynne’s ELO will be there this year! 🠔
Questions
What Kind of Summer Brit Are
You?
Find out which free July event in England matches your vibe!
1. What excites you most about a festival?
a) Seeing amazing artists live and up close
b) Discovering creative artworks and aesthetic spots
c) Experiencing something new with friends or family
2. What’s your ideal sunny-day activity?
a) Outdoor music – I love being outside with a beat!
b) Walking into a museum and getting lost in the art
c) Exploring the city and finding hidden gems
3. Which vibe suits you best?
a) Crowds, excitement, and loud concerts
b) Culture, beauty, and meaningful moments
c) Unique art, closed streets, and cool experiences
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4. You walk past a street performance. What do you
do?
a) Stop, film, maybe even dance or sing along!
b) Watch quietly, appreciating the skill and art
c) Call a friend – moments like this are better shared!
5. Which line sounds most like you?
a) “Let’s catch a free concert tonight!”
b) “Is there an art exhibit nearby?”
c) “I found this cool event happening in the streets. Let’s go!”
6. What’s your go-to outfit for a summer day
out?
a) Something comfy – I’ll be dancing!
b) Cute but chill – I might stop at a gallery
c) Fun accessories – I want to stand out in the crowd
Check your profile on the next page▹▹
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▹Check your results:
▹British
Museum, Tate
Modern,
National
Gallery –
always free
entry
▹BBC Proms
(mid-July to
Sept) –
world-famous
classical music
concerts
Mostly A’s? → Live Music Fan –
Search for free music festivals and
concerts around town.
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Extrovertido, animado e
sempre em busca de
boas vibrações e
experiências
compartilhadas.
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▹Festival Too
(King’s Lynn,
early July) –
free big-stage
concerts
▹Alice’s Day in
Oxford (early
July) – literary
celebration of
Alice in
Wonderland
▹Bristol
Harbour
Festival
(mid-July) –
live music by
the water
▹Poetry and
performance
readings in
parks, libraries
& local venues
▹River Stage
(National
Theatre,
London) – free
weekend
performances
▹Manchester
International
Festival (MIF) –
includes live
gigs (some
free)
Mostly B’s? → Cultural Explorer –
You’ll love museums, literary
events, and exhibitions.
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Curioso, reflexivo e
apaixonado por
conhecimento, arte e
histórias profundas.
▹Royal
Academy
Summer
Exhibition
(London) –
contemporary
art (free for
under 25s)
▹Science
Museum and
V&A – perfect
for curious
minds
▹Greenwich+Doc
klands
International
Festival (GDIF) –
free outdoor
theatre and dance
▹So Festival
(Skegness) –
street
performances by
the sea
▹Sculpture in the
City (London) –
art trail through
London’s financial
district
Mostly C’s? → Street Vibes Lover
– Urban art, surprises, and public
shows are your thing.
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Criativo, espontâneo e
conectado com a energia
e originalidade das ruas.
▹Hat Fair
(Winchester, early
July) – Britain’s
oldest outdoor
arts festival
▹Regent Street
Summer Streets
(Sundays in July)
– car-free fun with
entertainment
LESSON
10
LET'S LEARN
ABOUT
SMALL TALK
1.
What’s your
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SMALL TALK EXPRESSIONS
Greetings
Conversation
starters
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Polite expressions
Sharing
Experiences
Confusing Moments
Agreeing and
Disagreeing
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UsefuL sentences: Greetings & Conversations Starters
Good morning/ Good afternoon/
Good evening/ Good night.
Bom dia/Boa tarde/Boa noite.
Nice to meet you.
Prazer em conhecê-lo.
Have a great day/night.
Tenha um ótimo dia/uma ótima noite.
How are you?
Como voce esta? / Como vai?
I'm doing great.
Estou bem. / Está tudo ótimo.
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Where are you from?
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De onde você é?
Hi! I'm ___ and I'm from
Brazil.
Oi! Eu sou ____ e sou do Brasil.
How long are you staying here
on vacation?
Quanto tempo ficará por aqui?
Tell me more about your
country.
Conte-me mais sobre o seu país.
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Cheers!
Hiya!
Usado tanto como “obrigado”
quanto “tchau” em contextos
informais.
Um “oi” super informal e amigável.
Oi!
Ello, mate!
No Reino Unido, é uma forma de chamar
atenção (cuidado: pode soar rude se
mal usada!).
Oi, amigo! (muito britânico,
informal)
UsefuL sentences: Polite expressions & Confusing moments
Thank you very much.
Muito obrigado(a).
Excuse me.
Com licença.
I apologize/I'm sorry.
Me desculpe/Sinto muito.
You're welcome/Don't worry
about it.
De nada/ Não há de que.
I appreciate it.
Eu agradeço.
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I'm not sure I understand.
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Não tenho certeza se eu entendi.
Could you please speak more
slowly?
Você poderia falar mais devagar por favor?
I don't speak English very well,
so I need your help.
Eu não falo inglês muito bem, então preciso
da sua ajuda.
Can you say that again, please?
Você pode repetir por favor?
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"Would you mind terribly
if I … ?"
Sorry, I’m a bit all over
the place today."
Você se importaria muito se eu
abrisse a janela?
Desculpe, estou meio atrapalhado
hoje.
That’s very kind of
you. !
Sorry to bother you.
É muita gentileza da sua parte.
Desculpe incomodar.
UsefuL sentences: Experiences & Agreeing/Disagreeing
We did a lot of exploring.
Exploramos bastante.
It was the best part.
Foi a melhor parte.
We faced a few obstacles
along the way.
Enfrentamos algumas dificuldades no
caminho.
It was a learning experience.
Foi uma experiencia de aprendizado.
We had a great time.
Nos divertimos muito.
I respectfully disagree.
Eu respeitosamente discordo.
I don't feel the same way.
Não penso da mesma maneira.
I see your point.
Entendo seu ponto de vista.
I agree.
Eu concordo.
I see what you mean.
Eu entendo o que você quer dizer.
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Experiences & Agreeing/Disagreeing in UK
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"It was absolutely
brilliant!"
"Not my cup of tea, to
be honest."
Foi absolutamente incrível!
Não é muito a minha praia, pra
ser sincero.
"I couldn’t agree
more."
"I see your point, but I’m
not entirely convinced."
(Não poderia concordar mais.)
(Entendo seu ponto, mas não
estou totalmente convencido.)
We had a proper
wander around.
That was the highlight,
really
Demos uma bela passeada por aí.
Aquilo foi o ponto alto, de
verdade.
There were a few
hiccups here and
there.
We definitely picked up a
few things.
Teve uns perrengues aqui e ali.
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Com certeza aprendemos umas
coisinhas.
"It was absolutely
brilliant!"
"Not my cup of tea, to
be honest."
Foi absolutamente incrível!
Não é muito a minha praia, pra
ser sincero.
"I couldn’t agree
more."
"I see your point, but
I’m not entirely
convinced."
(Não poderia concordar mais.)
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(Entendo seu ponto, mas não
estou totalmente convencido.)
"It was absolutely
brilliant!"
"Not my cup of tea, to
be honest."
Foi absolutamente incrível!
Não é muito a minha praia, pra
ser sincero.
"I couldn’t agree
more."
"I see your point, but
I’m not entirely
convinced."
(Não poderia concordar mais.)
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(Entendo seu ponto, mas não
estou totalmente convencido.)
Você acaba de chegar no em algum lugar e
encontra a uma pessoa pela manhã.
What would you say?
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Você chega na casa da host family pela
primeira vez, cumprimentando-os no início da
tarde.
What would you say?
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Você quer contar para a host family sobre sua
experiência aprendendo inglês e conhecendo a
cidade.
What would you say?
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