Задание

New words

a keyword — the most important word in the sentence helping you to understand the context.

a key phrase — the most important part of a sentence helping you to understand the context.

1. Read the sentence. Name the keywords that reflect its main idea and answer the questions

A feeling of home is important for every person.

What does "a keyword" mean?

What does "a key phrase" mean?

Why is it important to look for keywords and key phrases before doing a reading task?

2. Choose the options with the correct keywords and phrases and explain your choice

The correct keywords and phrases:

I don't go to the small attic very often.

The correct keywords and phrases:

Mary still wanted to rent a small flat with a nice balcony.

The correct keywords and phrases:

My brother asked me to bring his book from the bookshelf.

The correct keywords and phrases:

The book wasn't on the bookshelf, but in the chest of drawers.

3. Answer the questions

What has helped you to find the keywords and phrases?

Do you find the strategy of finding keywords useful for you? Why (not)?

If yes, how can this strategy help you to do the task?