Pre-Intermediate level of English - what does this mean and what knowledge do you need to have in order to reach this stage in mastering a foreign language?

Often people who have already studied the language, understood it well from a school course or university, or once studied it at special seminars, think that their level of knowledge is insufficient for the Pre-Intermediate level. But often they are wrong - it is worth tightening up their knowledge a little, remembering the basic rules and their language proficiency will correspond to this level.

It should be understood that this is not an Elementary level, where a beginner does not have any special knowledge. Must have some experience, English language skills, the ability to understand simple sentences by ear. But these are not prohibitive skills that can be mastered in a fairly short period of time.

You have a Pre-Intermediate level of English if you:

• Basically, you understand what they say to you in English, the speech of a foreigner does not seem to you to be something completely incomprehensible. You can also reply, even if only in fragmentary phrases. You can also ask a counter question and maintain a dialogue;
• Your knowledge of tenses is limited: you feel more or less confident using only simple grammatical constructions, but you get confused when it comes to more complex sentences;
• You have certain basic knowledge that you received sometime in school or university, and you “remember something”;
• If you passed the language proficiency test at the Elementary level without any problems.

The Pre-Intermediate level of English is a kind of foundation. When a beginner to learn a foreign language reaches this stage, then he has a certain knowledge base with which he can delve into a new field of knowledge.

So, for example, you can step over this level of knowledge and achieve even greater results if you sign up for English courses using Dragunkin's method. In three or four months (depending on the intensity of the class), you can get the Intermediate level of knowledge, which allows you to communicate fluently in English.

Pre-Intermediate Program: How Your English Skills Will Develop

The passage of this stage involves the study of a number of topics, without which you will not be able to feel free in a conversation in a foreign language. The list of topics is quite large: food, friends, entertainment, family, hobbies, travel, news, animals, etc. But it only at first glance seems that the volume of work is immeasurably large. No, many of the topics overlap and complement each other, and your ability to memorize foreign words will also develop with the development of each new section.

Thus, if you start learning English from the Pre-Intermediate level, your vocabulary will increase significantly... This knowledge will become a kind of lexical platform in your mind: memorizing more complex words, specialized topics for work, business will be built on already known materials.

In addition, you will have the ability to read more difficult materials: news stories, magazines, more complex literary texts, travel messages and more. Also, after reading, you will be able to form and express your opinion in English without anyone else's help.

Comprehension of English will improve too... Often, beginners cannot catch a single word in the text that is pronounced by a native speaker. The words merge with each other and are almost impossible to distinguish. But, passing the Pre-Intermediate stage, students begin to distinguish between individual words and understand the meaning of the statement, even at a fairly high rate of pronunciation. Moreover, the vocabulary used in the texts is not so simple: awareness of this will add motivation to any student.

When you start to go through the Pre-Intermediate stage, you will have to devote quite a lot of time to developing writing skills... Moreover, at this stage, you will need to write an essay on your own. And it's a great way to test your grammar skills. If it is not always possible to determine by ear where a mistake was made, then it is easy to find and correct the shortcomings in the written text.

So, after passing this stage of knowledge of a foreign language, you will be able to independently tell about yourself, your preferences, hobbies, travel plans. You will also be able to read advertisements, announcements, news notes. You will have the opportunity to express your thoughts in writing, and express your opinion on various issues. For those who are studying English: the Pre-Intermediate level will give you the opportunity to travel independently in foreign countries. Of course, not everything will always be easy, but you can enjoy it.

Learning English from the Pre-Intermediate level: what is the bottom line?

If you understand that your level of language proficiency corresponds to the Pre-Intermediate level, we would advise you to go to English courses. A good option for structuring all knowledge and improving skills is an English course on Dragunkin in Minsk.

Even if you passed the test for, it will be nice to repeat everything that is passed in the first classes - for many students the information that is given there turns out to be some kind of revelation.

Now you know what you need to know to reach this level of knowledge. But remember that there is always room to strive and improve. In order to speak English fluently, the Pre-Intermediate level is clearly not enough.

Individual entrepreneur Gulyaev V.V. This public offer invites any individual (hereinafter referred to as the CUSTOMER) to conclude an Offer Agreement for the provision of services for holding events (hereinafter referred to as the Agreement).

In accordance with paragraph 2 of Article 437 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation (Civil Code of the Russian Federation), if the conditions set out below are accepted and payment for services is accepted, the person making the acceptance of this offer becomes the CUSTOMER (in accordance with paragraph 3 of Article 438 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation, acceptance of the offer is equivalent to concluding an agreement for conditions stated in the offer).

In connection with the foregoing, carefully read the text of this public offer and, if you do not agree with any clause of the offer, the EXECUTOR invites you to refuse to use the services or conclude a personal contract on separately discussed conditions.

Full and unconditional acceptance of this public offer is the implementation by the CUSTOMER of payment for the Services offered by the CONTRACTOR.

1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

1.1. The subject of this Agreement is the provision by the CONTRACTOR of services for holding events (courses, classes, trainings, intensives, seminars, webinars, conferences, etc.) - hereinafter - the Event for the CUSTOMER, subject to availability and / or the CUSTOMER's compliance with the CONTRACTOR's requirements for receiving the service ... The CUSTOMER can read a detailed description of the Event itself on the necessary pages of the CONTRACTOR's website.

1.2. Under this Agreement, the CONTRACTOR provides the following services:

Preparation of the Event program;

Development of a calendar plan for the Event;

Carrying out the Event;

Full organizational support of the Event.

1.3. The conditions, term (date), duration and location of the Event are indicated on the pages on which the events are described. The date and time of the Event may also be communicated by the representatives of the CONTRACTOR personally to the CUSTOMER, by sending a notification to the contact e-mail of the CUSTOMER.

1.4. The conditions for the possibility of the CUSTOMER attending a specific Event (personally / remotely) are specified in the Event Rules (Appendix to this Agreement).

1.5. The conclusion by the CUSTOMER of this Agreement is carried out by sequentially performing the following actions (acceptance of a public offer):

1.5.1. Registration of the Application for the Event on the website http://platformarosta.com/ http://achievegoals.ru/ and / or its subdomains.

1.5.2. Payment for participation in the Event (by clicking the "send an application" button, the CUSTOMER agrees to the terms of this Agreement).

1.6. The cost of participation in the Event is indicated on the CONTRACTOR's website or can be received by e-mail.

1.7. This Agreement is considered concluded and enters into force for the Parties from the date of payment for services by the CUSTOMER. Payment is made in the amount of 100% prepayment (a different settlement procedure is possible in exceptional cases only after additional agreement with the CONTRACTOR, or in accordance with the terms of partner banks when using borrowed funds). The date of payment is the date of debiting the funds from the CUSTOMER's current account to the CONTRACTOR, or depositing at the EXECUTOR's cashier (the EXECUTOR's agent's cash desk), or the date of transfer of funds to the EXECUTOR's courier (if the EXECUTOR has such an opportunity), or the date of receipt of funds from banks to the EXECUTOR - partners when the CUSTOMER uses borrowed funds.

2. CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION IN THE EVENT

2.1. To participate in the Event, the CUSTOMER must leave an Application on the website of the Event. Reference information can be obtained at: [email protected]

2.2. To complete the Application, the CUSTOMER is obliged to provide the following data:

Contact e-mail;

Contact phone number for communication.

2.3. The CONTRACTOR confirms the receipt of the Application, assigns the Application number and issues an invoice for payment (if the payment was not made by the CUSTOMER on the CONTRACTOR's website).

2.4. The CUSTOMER pays for the services under this Agreement in the amount established by the CONTRACTOR.

2.5. Payment for the services of the CONTRACTOR is carried out in one of the following ways:

By depositing cash at the EXECUTOR's cashier (the EXECUTOR's agent), or by transferring the funds to the EXECUTOR's courier (if the CONTRACTOR has the opportunity);

By payment by electronic money;

By paying through payment terminals or Internet banking;

By payment to the account of the CONTRACTOR;

By paying with credit funds in accordance with the terms of the partner banks of the CONTRACTOR;

In other ways by prior agreement with the CONTRACTOR.

In case of making a payment using a bank card, the CUSTOMER is recommended to use a bank card issued in the name of the CUSTOMER. In case of a refund of paid funds, the refund is made according to the same details for which the payment was received, and on the basis of a personal application of the person in whose name the bank card was issued.

When the order is returned, a service charge of 10% of the order amount is additionally deducted.

Payment is not accepted upon detection of a violation by the CUSTOMER of the terms of payment established by this Agreement and the legislation of the Russian Federation.

2.6. By accepting the terms of the Offer, the CUSTOMER consents in accordance with the current legislation to the processing by the CONTRACTOR of the information provided by him and (or) his personal data, performed using automation tools, and without using automation tools, including collection, recording, systematization, accumulation, storage, clarification (update, change), extraction, use, transfer, provision, depersonalization, blocking, deletion, destruction of data in order to fulfill the CONTRACTOR's obligations related to the provision of services, other obligations stipulated by this Offer, as well as in order to fulfill the requirements of regulatory enactments on anti-money laundering. The term of use of the data provided by the CUSTOMER is unlimited. The CUSTOMER also agrees to the processing and use by the CONTRACTOR of the information and (or) his personal data provided by him in order to carry out the newsletter (about the CONTRACTOR's Events) to the contact number and (or) contact email address specified by the CUSTOMER for an unlimited period until the CONTRACTOR receives a written and (or ) an electronic notification of refusal to receive mailings. The CUSTOMER also gives his consent to the transfer, in order to carry out the actions provided for in this paragraph, by the PROVIDER of his information to third parties in the presence of a properly concluded agreement between the PROVIDER and such third parties.

2.7. To organize the receipt of services with payment on behalf of a legal entity, you should contact the CONTRACTOR directly to conclude an appropriate contract or draw up an invoice-contract.

2.8. If the condition of admission to participation in the Event is to pass an appropriate interview or questionnaire, and the CUSTOMER provides the CONTRACTOR with inaccurate information about himself, as well as provides other inaccurate data on interviews and / or questionnaires, the CONTRACTOR has the right to refuse the CUSTOMER to provide services at any time from the date of discovery of the inaccuracy of the information provided.

3. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES

3.1. The CONTRACTOR undertakes:

3.1.1. Provide the necessary information to complete the Application for participation in the Event. The information is posted on the websites of the CONTRACTOR at http://platformarosta.com/ and / or its subdomains, as well as http://achievegoals.ru/ and / or its subdomains.

3.1.2. Provide consulting support regarding the services provided, the procedure and rules for filling out the Application by e-mail (e-mail address for communication with the CONTRACTOR: [email protected]).

3.1.3. In case of changes in the conditions of the Event (prices, dates, venue and other changes), notify the CUSTOMER at least 1 (one) calendar day before the start of such changes.

3.1.4. Return the paid funds to the CUSTOMER in case of complete cancellation by the CONTRACTOR of the Event.

3.2. The CONTRACTOR has the right:

3.2.1. Carry out photo and video filming during the Event and use the materials obtained during the photo and video filming at your own discretion. The EXECUTOR owns the exclusive copyright, as well as the rights adjacent to the exclusive copyright to the indicated materials, the use of materials obtained during photo and video filming is possible only with the written permission of the EXECUTOR.

3.2.2. Unilaterally change the cost of services, dates and times of the Events, as well as other conditions for the Event, as well as the terms of this Agreement without prior agreement with the CUSTOMER. The CONTRACTOR notifies the CUSTOMER about changes in the time and date of the Event no later than 23 hours 59 minutes Moscow time on the day preceding the day the corresponding changes come into effect. Notification of the CUSTOMER can be made by a phone call to the contact phone number specified by the CUSTOMER, sending a letter to the contact e-mail, posting information on the CONTRACTOR's website.

3.2.3. Develop a program of the Event and determine the number and composition of teachers who will speak at the Events.

3.2.4. In case of non-payment (incomplete payment) for the Services on time, in case of untimely submission of the Application for the provision of the Service (or if false data is indicated when filling out the Application), this agreement is not considered concluded. In case of violation of the rules for participation in the Event, the CONTRACTOR is not responsible for the quality of the service.

3.2.5. In case of violation of clauses 3.3.5, 3.3.13 of this Agreement, do not allow the CUSTOMER to the Event and not return the money paid for participation in the Event.

3.3. The CUSTOMER undertakes:

3.3.1. Independently and in a timely manner, he gets acquainted with the date, time, price, conditions of the Event.

3.3.2. When filling out an Application for the CONTRACTOR's services, fill in the required mandatory fields (in accordance with clause 2.2 of this Agreement) on the Application page indicating the selected service and reliable information about yourself.

3.3.3. Pay for the selected Event on the terms and at the cost valid for this Event at the time of payment. The current conditions and cost, as well as information about special offers and the CONTRACTOR's details are posted on the website http://platformarosta.com/ and / or its subdomains, as well as on the website http://achievegoals.ru/ and / or its subdomains.

3.3.4. If the right to participate in the Event is transferred to a third party (if this right is granted in a specific Event), no later than 2 (two) business days before the start of the Event, notify the EXECUTOR about this and inform in writing all the necessary data of the new CUSTOMER, according to clause 2.2 of this Agreement. In the event that the right to participate in the Event is transferred to a third party, the terms of this Agreement, including section 6 and clause 7.3, shall also apply to such person.

3.3.5. The CUSTOMER undertakes to attend all classes included in the paid Event, as well as to complete and submit to the CONTRACTOR for verification the homework before the start of the next lesson in the event that the program of the Event suggests the need to complete such homework. In cases where it is provided for by the program, the provision of completed homework is a prerequisite for admitting the CUSTOMER to participate in the next lesson included in the Event. In the event that the CUSTOMER takes part in the Event by watching an online broadcast (if such viewing is provided under the terms of a particular Event), he sends the CONTRACTOR the completed homework by e-mail at least one day before the start of the lesson. The CONTRACTOR checks the completion of the homework and no later than 5 hours before the start of the next lesson sends the CUSTOMER a notification of the results of the check to the contact e-mail. Homework is done in accordance with the requirements and recommendations. If the CUSTOMER has not received homework, the completion of which is mandatory to continue participating in the Event, he must contact the representatives of the CONTRACTOR (contact details are specified in clause 2.4 of the Agreement) in order to leave their details and receive such a task by contact e-mail.

3.3.6. If the conditions of a particular Event allow online broadcasting, then in a situation where the CUSTOMER cannot attend the Event in person (in person), he is given the right to receive a link to the online broadcast of the Event by his contact e-mail. To do this, the CUSTOMER must notify the CONTRACTOR about the need to obtain such a link by sending the appropriate notification to the address: [email protected] at least 3 (three) business days before the start of the first lesson within the purchased Event. Viewing the broadcast of the Event is possible only on the day of the lesson (up to 23 hours 59 minutes Moscow time of the current day). The right to change the format of the Event from face-to-face to online broadcasting is provided to the CUSTOMER only 1 (one) time during the specific Event purchased by the CUSTOMER. This change in format is made for all classes included in the Event and cannot be changed back. This condition applies to CUSTOMERS who fully paid for the service (by 100% prepayment) for holding the Event, in case of non-payment / incomplete payment of the Event, changing the format of participation is not allowed. In case of an increase in the cost of the Event when the format of participation is changed, the CUSTOMER is obliged to make the corresponding additional payment no later than 3 (three) business days before the start date of the Event.

Similar conditions also apply if the CUSTOMER wants to change the place (city) where he originally planned to attend the Event in person (if applicable to a specific Event), and also apply to the situation of changing the participation format from online to personal.

3.3.7. Notify the CONTRACTOR about changes in their contact details in writing immediately from the moment of such changes.

3.3.8. In writing (including by means of a contact e-mail) by sending a corresponding application to the CONTRACTOR (the template is provided by the CONTRACTOR at the request of the CUSTOMER) notify the CONTRACTOR about the refusal to participate in the Event no later than 14 (fourteen) calendar days before the start of the Event.

In the event that the CUSTOMER notifies the CONTRACTOR about his refusal to participate in the Event in a period of less than 14 (fourteen) calendar days, but not less than 7 (seven) calendar days before the start of the Event, then the CONTRACTOR will return the money in the amount of 50% from the amount paid by the CUSTOMER.

In the event that the CUSTOMER notifies the CONTRACTOR of his refusal to participate in the Event in a period of less than 7 (seven) calendar days, but not less than 3 (three) working days before the start of the Event, then the CONTRACTOR will return the money in the amount of 30% from the amount paid by the CUSTOMER.

If the CUSTOMER has not warned the CONTRACTOR less than 3 (three) working days before the start of the Event about his refusal to take part in the Event, the money will not be returned to the CUSTOMER.

In all cases of refusal to participate in the Event, the CUSTOMER provides the CONTRACTOR with a written application. In the absence of such a statement, the money will not be returned by the CONTRACTOR.

In any case, in case of refusal to participate in the Event, the CUSTOMER is obliged to reimburse the actual expenses of the CONTRACTOR, including all commissions of payment systems charged when transferring funds to and from the EXECUTOR's account.

3.3.9. Come to the Event in advance for the timely registration of the Event.

3.3.10. In case of participation in the Event in the online broadcast mode, in due time (no later than an hour and a half after the start of the Event), start watching the broadcast using the link sent by the CONTRACTOR (if applicable to a specific Event). The link is valid until 23 hours 59 minutes Moscow time on the day of the Event (one lesson included in the Event).

3.3.11. To view online broadcasts on a computer, the CUSTOMER must have a personal computer that meets the following parameters:

1.6 GHz processor;

2 gigabytes of RAM or more;

The incoming speed of the Internet connection is 4 Mb / sec or higher;

Internet Explorer 9 and above

Google Chrome 30 and above

Mozilla Firefox 10.0 and above

Adobe Flash Player 12 and higher

The CONTRACTOR is not responsible for the impossibility of viewing the online broadcast of the Event in the event of a discrepancy between the parameters of the personal computer specified above. If it is impossible to view the Event for the specified reason, the money paid by the CUSTOMER will not be returned.

3.3.12. Observe the order and discipline at the Event, do not create inconvenience for other CUSTOMERS by your actions, and also do not interfere with the teacher holding the Event (a separate lesson included in the Event).

3.4. The CUSTOMER has the right:

3.4.1. Require the CONTRACTOR to comply with the terms of this Agreement.

3.4.2. Once the participation in the Event, which is fully paid (if the postponement condition is applicable to the Event), be rescheduled to another nearest date of the identical Event, notifying the CONTRACTOR about this no later than 7 (seven) calendar days before the start date of the Event, the participation in which is postponed or before the date of the first lesson, which is part of the Event, participation in which is transferred by the CUSTOMER). At the same time, in the event of an increase in the cost of the Event, the participation in which was postponed by the CUSTOMER, the CUSTOMER undertakes to make an appropriate additional payment no later than 3 (three) working days before the start of the Event to which the participation of the CUSTOMER was transferred. If the CUSTOMER refuses to participate in the Event after the "freeze" of the service, the service is considered rendered to the CUSTOMER, the funds paid by the CUSTOMER are non-refundable.

4. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARTIES

4.1. In cases of non-fulfillment or improper fulfillment of their obligations under the Agreement, the Parties shall be liable in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation, taking into account the terms of this Agreement.

4.2. The CONTRACTOR shall not be liable in the event of improper provision of the service, if the improper performance was the result of inaccuracy, inadequacy or untimely information provided by the CUSTOMER, as well as due to other violations of the terms of this Agreement by the CUSTOMER.

4.3. The CONTRACTOR is not responsible for the discrepancy of the provided service to the expectations of the CUSTOMER and / or for his subjective assessment, such discrepancy with expectations and / or negative subjective assessment are not grounds for considering the services provided not of high quality, or not in the agreed volume.

4.4. The CONTRACTOR is released from liability for full or partial failure to fulfill the obligations provided for in this Agreement, if this failure was the result of force majeure circumstances that arose after the conclusion of the Agreement, as a result of extraordinary events that the Parties could neither foresee nor prevent by reasonable measures (force majeure ).

4.5. The CUSTOMER undertakes to indicate reliable data when filling out (re-issuing to a third party) the Application, the EXECUTOR has the right to refuse to participate in the Event to a person not indicated in the lists of participants. The final list of participants is formed by the CONTRACTOR 2 (two) working days before the start of the Event.

4.6. If the CUSTOMER, for reasons beyond the control of the CONTRACTOR, did not attend the Event, then the service is considered to be provided properly and the money paid to the CONTRACTOR is not refundable.

4.7. When participating in the online training format, the CUSTOMER guarantees not to transfer the login-password to third parties for taking courses. The CONTRACTOR reserves the right to check the login sessions to the CUSTOMER's account, to reconcile the login browsers, countries, IP addresses and other user identifiers by technical means. If the CUSTOMER detects the transfer of the login-password pair to the account to third parties, the CONTRACTOR reserves the right to block the CUSTOMER's account, or freeze participation until the circumstances are clarified.

5. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

5.1. All disputes and disagreements arising in connection with the execution of this Agreement shall be resolved by the Parties through negotiations.

5.2. If no agreement is reached between the Parties, all disputes are considered in court, in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation.

6. RESULT OF INTELLECTUAL PERFORMANCE

6.1. All information materials provided by the CONTRACTOR to the CUSTOMER in the course of the Event, as well as the results of photography and video filming received by the CONTRACTOR during the Event, are the result of intellectual activity, exclusive copyright, including those related to copyright, belongs to the CONTRACTOR.

6.2. The use of the results of intellectual activity without the written consent of the CONTRACTOR is a violation of the exclusive right of the CONTRACTOR, which entails civil, administrative and other liability in accordance with the current legislation of the Russian Federation.

6.3. Also, the CUSTOMER does not have the right to copy audio and video materials of the CONTRACTOR's Events broadcasted online, in whole or in part, to record the broadcasts of the Events, as well as to record the content of such Events in whole or in part in any way and / or on any material medium, as well as use the content of these Events without the written consent of the CONTRACTOR, which will be considered a violation of the exclusive right of the CONTRACTOR and entails civil, administrative and other liability in accordance with the current legislation of the Russian Federation.

7. OTHER CONDITIONS

7.1. This Agreement is valid until the Parties fulfill all obligations.

7.2. The Application drawn up by the CUSTOMER, which is filled out on the CONTRACTOR's website, is an integral part of this Agreement.

7.3. By concluding this Agreement, the CUSTOMER consents to the use of information about himself, his relationship with the CONTRACTOR, his personal data, data about his business and income transferred to the EXECUTOR as part of the execution of this Agreement, the publication of materials on the fact of receiving services from the CONTRACTOR by the media - television , radio, on the Internet, print media, social networks, as well as the publication of these materials on the official website and social resources of the CONTRACTOR.

7.4. By concluding this Agreement, the CUSTOMER consents to the use of the CUSTOMER's image included in the results of intellectual activity. If the CUSTOMER disagrees with the granting of rights to use his image, he notifies the CONTRACTOR in writing by email [email protected]

7.5. In all other respects that are not provided for by this Agreement, the Parties will be guided by the current legislation of the Russian Federation.

7.6. The CUSTOMER confirms that all the terms of this Agreement are clear to him, and he accepts them unconditionally and in full.

8. CONTRACTOR:

Individual entrepreneur

Vadim Valerievich Gulyaev

Georgievsk, Gorky street 104

INN 262517720450

This is how the whole grammar for the Pre-Intermediate course looks like. As you can see, grammatical nuances also include the use of colloquial expressions, comparative constructions, conditional and subordinate clauses. Thus, along with improved grammar, your vocabulary will be replenished with phrases like, when, is, as, too, either-neither, no more, so and many others.

Reading

Next, let's touch on what you need to know at the Pre-Intermediate level in reading skill. First of all, of course, you must have completely worked out the English reading rules. You should strictly distinguish between open and closed syllables, know the correct reading of frequently used exception words, and be well versed in English transcription. Of course, as the course progresses, the skills will improve, but it is better to study English reading as fully as possible even at the Elementary level.

In addition, often the Pre-Intermediate level implies that your knowledge of vocabulary is sufficient to instantly understand the text. This is especially true for "repeated" topics. Ideally, you should read such topics, and at the same time understand what is at stake. Yes, some words may be unfamiliar and incomprehensible, but the general idea of ​​the text is obvious. Thus, a detailed written translation in Pre-Intermediate begins to gradually lose its relevance, because students learn to immediately understand the meaning of statements in English.

And finally, let's note, with the help of which the reading skill is developed in the Pre-Intermediate course. For the most part, of course, topics and teaching texts are used here, but they also conduct classes with additional material. As a rule, these are adapted newspaper articles, extracts from Internet forums, magazine publications, etc. It is also highly recommended to read adaptations of fiction for level A2 (Pre-Intermediate). By the way, books will help to develop a number of related English skills: grammar, vocabulary, listening comprehension ( audio versions). As a result, by the end of the course, students not only easily read and understand the content of the texts, but can also express their own opinion about what they have read.

Listening to speech (listening)

In the conversation about reading, we noted that Pre-Intermediate does not favor Russian translation, since it teaches students to understand English in a meeting. And it is listening that contributes to the development of this skill even more.

At the pre-secondary threshold of knowledge, there are a lot of lessons on listening comprehension. Learning dialogues are listened to, students receive questions to the studied topics in audio format, special classes with interactive materials are introduced ( presentations, videos, audiobooks). All this means that the Pre-Intermediate language level puts forward strict requirements for knowledge of the phonetic system of the English language and vocabulary. Pupils should clearly distinguish one sound from another, as well as know the pronunciation of words already learned.

We can say that the work of listening is difficult, but still the habit will do the trick. Yes, in the first lessons it will be extremely difficult to make out someone else's speech, and even more so to understand its meaning. But after a couple of lessons, you will feel that it becomes easier to comprehend English by ear, since the brain is already getting used to this format of work and quickly focuses on familiar words. So by the end of the Pre-Intermediate course, you will be able not only to read, but also to listen. Of course, so far only adapted dialogues, books and films will be available, but for the elementary stage this is already a very big step.

Written work

Improves the Pre-Intermediate level of knowledge of English and writing literacy. At this point, you will not only work out your grammar well in writing exercises, but also learn how to express your thoughts in English. Indeed, from the Pre-Intermediate level, they are already beginning to introduce essays and essays into classes. At a minimum, during the course of mastering the course, students will write the following works:

• A story about yourself (your family);
• An essay about hobbies;
• Letter to a friend;
• Description of the peculiarities of the country / city;
• Travel story.

This is an indicative list of topics that may vary depending on the specific curriculum plan.

Note that in terms of volume, the first written works are small ( 10-15 offers), but over time the requirements keep increasing and increasing. So, by the end of the course, your Pre-Intermediate written English will have improved significantly. However, and not only him, because for writing they study speech cliches and turns, and also make vocabulary and grammar more varied. Therefore, several skills are developed in parallel again.

Communication

And finally, the main goal of English proficiency is “living” speech. Unlike the basic level Elementary, the Pre-Intermediate language level already actively develops the ability to speak and express one's thoughts in English. True, for this, students need to know a lot at the level, because communication unites all of the above skills. But do not be alarmed, you will learn to speak English gradually.

Conversational tasks appear at the Pre-Intermediate level from the very first topics. At first, these are just responses to leading questions from the teacher or simple dialogues with a partner. As a rule, both are accompanied by great excitement, since beginners are afraid to misunderstand something or make a mistake in speech. But over time, the student is asked to express his opinion more and more, to talk about himself, to give examples from his own life. As a result, students become liberated and finally stop being afraid to speak English.

Just the principle of overcoming the language barrier ( fear of speaking) Is the most important thing to know about Pre-Intermediate communication. It is clear that with basic knowledge, the speech of a foreigner will by no means be smooth and ideal. But you shouldn't be ashamed of your illiteracy or wrong reprimand. On the contrary, you need to speak as much as possible and achieve ease of speech. Therefore, the Pre-Intermediate course involves practicing speaking skills in almost every class. But upon completion of the course, students can already communicate on everyday topics, ask questions and express their point of view.

So, here we are in detail and sorted out what the Pre-Intermediate level of English is. At first glance, the program seems voluminous and difficult, but in the process of training, a different view of things is already being developed. Knowledge accumulates, and it becomes easier and easier to work. In addition, the course is thought out so that the development of skills is conducted gradually and mostly in parallel, that is, the perception of speech together with reading and vocabulary, writing along with grammar, vocabulary, etc. This approach allows you to achieve the minimum complexity of the assignments, and at the same time maintain students' interest in learning English.

Approximate training time

Finally, let's talk a little about training time. Many beginners are interested in how long the Pre-Intermediate level takes to complete the program. It is difficult to answer exactly here, since the time for mastering the course depends on the number of classes, the characteristics of the program, the individual qualities of the student. On average, it takes about 6-9 months of classes to complete the Pre-Intermediate level. But again, it is in your power to reduce this period, or, if necessary, increase it. The main thing is to observe the regularity of classes, not to lose interest in English and continue to achieve your goals. Our portal will be happy to help you with this, providing training materials and practical exercises on various topics. And we deal with especially difficult cases separately and in detail, so you always have someone to turn to for clarification of difficult questions.

Good luck in your endeavors and see you soon!

* - levels of knowledge of English, French, Italian, Spanish and other European languages.

Very often, adults who come to English courses cannot adequately assess their level. Most of them say they would like to start from a simpler level, or better yet, from scratch.

One girl, having come to study, got to the basic level. At the first lesson, she categorically announced that she knew nothing but the alphabet and “My name is”. Three months later, she overtook her classmates and passed the exam brilliantly. A year later, after completing a two-year program, she passed the exam for a certificate of a level sufficient for working and studying abroad. Whether it was the result of hard work or previously acquired knowledge, most likely both. This is not the only case, so students often start migrating from group to group in search of a suitable level. Of course, it also happens the other way around, when a person overestimates his capabilities and asks for a level obviously higher than his knowledge allows. This is also wrong and undesirable, since the formula “to reach after those who are stronger” does not always work, more often it becomes difficult and uninteresting for a person who does not understand much, because he does not have an appropriate base, to study.

One of the main systems for determining the level of language proficiency is the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). CEFR or Common European Framework of Reference for Languages- a system developed by the Council of Europe is used to determine the level of proficiency in a foreign language.

The meaning of the CEFR is an assessment and teaching method applicable to all European languages. In the CEFR, levels are divided into 6: A (A1 and A2) - elementary proficiency, B (B1 and B2) - independent proficiency, C (C1 and C2) - fluency.

The CEFR system is also used in English, German and Spanish.

Levels of knowledge of the English language (table)

The table of levels of knowledge of foreign languages ​​was compiled by the management of the White Rabbit school, when copying, indicate the link to our website.

CEFR level	English proficiency	Cambridge exam (for English)	What does it mean (using the example of English)
-	Absolute Beginner (zero-based)	-	If you have never studied English (did not work out or studied, but German or French), you can safely call yourself Absolute Beginner (starting at zero). If so, welcome to a course that starts right off the alphabet.
-	False Beginner (pseudo-beginner)	-	If you studied English at school or in another educational institution, but it was not true for a long time, and you have already safely forgotten everything, then you - False Beginner (pseudo-beginner). Your learning will not start with the alphabet and counting from one to ten, but with simple sentences and basic tenses.
A1 Level of Survival (Breakthrough)	Elementary	-	If the English lessons at school left some kind of imprint, and you remember some words and phrases, you can take your time to provide basic information about yourself and understand a simple question, even if not the first time, then you need to go to the level Elementary (initial).
A2 Waystage	Pre-intermediate	KET	If you are not afraid of a foreigner who addressed you in English, but ask him to repeat the question and not only understand, but can explain how to find the nearest hotel, if you roughly remember the number of times in English, you can read a simple text and write a short note then your level is called Pre-intermediate (preparatory intermediate).
B1 Threshold	Intermediate	PET	If you can more or less confidently express your thoughts, know and use most of the common grammatical constructions, read simple books, periodically look in the dictionary and are able to write a detailed letter to your friend on the topic "How I spent my summer", you are at the level Intermediate (medium).
B2 Threshold advanced level (Vantage) or pre-B2	Pre-Upper-Intermediate (preparatory high)	-	If you speak confidently, but with mistakes, are able to discuss almost any topic, without worrying too much about the richness of your vocabulary, you know grammar quite well, but you do not always use it correctly; remember the necessary rule, you can write almost any text, although you do not always distinguish between styles (for example, insert colloquial vocabulary in an official letter), understand most of the spoken language, and even try to read books without a dictionary, then you most likely have a level Pre-Upper-Intermediate (preparatory high).
B2 Threshold advanced level (Vantage)	Upper-Intermediate (high)	FCE	If you firmly know grammar, with the exception of nuances, and not only know, but also more or less correctly apply it, if you are able to watch films and programs in the original, read English classics (except Dickens), converse with native speakers for pleasure, and speak different styles of English writing, you have a typical Upper-Intermediate (high).
C1 Level of professional proficiency (Effective Operational Proficiency) or pre-C1	Pre-Advanced (almost advanced)	-	If you are no longer a boy, but not yet a husband, i.e. you have already conquered the previous level, but you do not use English as fluently as your native speech, and are unfamiliar with the basic nuances of English grammar (exceptions), then before you go to conquer the Advanced level, it is better to try your hand at the level Pre-Advanced (almost advanced).
C1 Level of professional proficiency (Effective Operational Proficiency)	Advanced	CAE	If you read in the original not for educational purposes, but solely for pleasure, watch English films in the original, because the translation does not convey the entire wealth of jokes, you know not only basic grammar, but nuances and exceptions, and have long been using the language not as a target , but as a tool, you have an Advanced level.

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Knowledge of English will vary from person to person. So, native speakers speak it perfectly, foreigners who study the language for a sufficient amount of time can freely explain in it on everyday topics, and those who have just started learning or have studied English for a long time know the language at an elementary level. It is not so easy to figure out at what level a person speaks the language. To do this, there are numerous tests on the Internet, they really help determine language proficiency. But they mainly check the vocabulary and grammar of the student, but knowledge of the language is not only vocabulary and the ability to understand the rules. Therefore, in foreign language courses, you will be offered not only a written test, but also a little talk with each potential student in a foreign language, they will ask him different questions and offer to speak. Only after the student has shown his knowledge in oral and written speech, in grammar and vocabulary, it is possible to declare his level of language proficiency.

What language proficiency levels are there?

Intermediate is the intermediate level of English proficiency. There are 6 or 7 such levels in total, depending on different approaches to finding out the level of language competence: Beginner, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper-Intermediate, Advanced, Proficiency. Sometimes in foreign language courses, some of these levels are broken down into sublevels in order to more accurately determine which group to enroll a student in.

What do you need to know at the Intermediate level?

At the Intermediate level, he is expected to have a good knowledge of the basic tenses of the English language and is able to use them in writing and speaking. The volume of his vocabulary is about 3-5 thousand words, which allows the student to speak well enough on everyday topics, understand English, and compose written texts of normal complexity. At the same time, such a student can make mistakes in speech, speak not too fluently, stumble a little or pick up words for a long time. He understands quite complex texts well - stories, novels written in literary language, popular science articles, he can read news, but does not always perceive them well by ear. A person with an Intermediate level is unlikely to be able to properly maintain a conversation on specific and complex topics, he does not know business vocabulary, if he has not specially studied words and expressions with a certain specificity.

In general, the Intermediate level is a fairly good level of knowledge of the English language. It can also include those who speak spoken language not confidently enough, but read books well in English, and those who speak well, but not very well versed in the written features of the language. This level is sufficient for employment with the requirement of compulsory knowledge of the English language. This level of proficiency is shown by good graduates of ordinary schools or students of grades 8-9 of specialized schools and gymnasiums with in-depth study of the English language.