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C1Adults, Teens· 45–60 minutes

A Review with No Stars

C1 reading: The editor of a small cultural magazine removed star ratings from its reviews. Includes vocabulary, six comprehension questions, discussion prompts and full-sentence answers.

What’s in the worksheet?

  • 4 vocabulary explanations
  • Six comprehension questions and two discussion prompts
  • Separate full-sentence answer key and teaching notes

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A simple way to teach it

  1. Read once for the main idea, then check the vocabulary.
  2. Ask learners to answer in complete sentences, using evidence from the text.
  3. Compare answers and use the discussion prompts to extend the lesson.

Suggested approach. Adjust the pace and number of questions to suit your class.

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