B1

Fixed Prepositions

100

Depend on:

• Example: Your success will depend on your dedication and hard work.

• In what areas of your life do you believe success depends on dedication and hard work?
• How do you handle situations where the success of a project or goal depends on the collaboration of a team?

200

Interested in:

• Example: I've always been interested in learning about different cultures.

• What subjects or topics are you most interested in learning about? Why do they capture your attention?
• How do you stay motivated and interested in a hobby or activity over an extended period?

300

Prefer to:

• Example: I prefer to study in a quiet environment.

• When it comes to studying, do you prefer to do it alone or in a group? What are the advantages of your preference?
• Share a situation where you had to make a choice, and you preferred one option over the other. What influenced your decision?

400

Consist of:

• Example: The team consists of professionals from various backgrounds.

• In your social circle, does it consist of people from diverse backgrounds, or do you share similar backgrounds with most of them?
• Describe a team or group you are part of that consists of individuals with different skills or expertise.

500

Apologize for:

• Example: She apologized for the mistake and promised to fix it.

• When was the last time you had to apologize for a mistake? How did you go about making amends?
• Do you find it challenging to apologize for errors, or do you see it as a necessary part of maintaining relationships?

Phrasal Verbs

100

Show up:

• Example: Make sure to show up on time for the meeting.

• How do you feel when others don't show up on time for appointments or meetings? Does it bother you?
• Can you recall a time when someone surprised you by showing up unexpectedly? How did you react?

200

Look after:

• Example: Can you look after my dog while I'm away?

• Do you enjoy looking after pets or taking care of someone else? Why or why not?
• When was the last time you looked after someone or something, and what was the experience like?

300

Give up:

• Example: Don't give up on your dreams; keep working towards them.

• Is there something you once wanted to achieve but ended up giving up on? What led to that decision?
• In what situations do you think it's acceptable to give up on a goal, and when should one persist?

400

Pick up:

• Example: I'll pick you up from the airport tomorrow.

• How do you usually feel when someone offers to pick you up from a location? Is it something you appreciate?
• Can you think of a time when you had to pick someone up from the airport or a similar place?

500

Set up:

• Example: They plan to set up a new business in the city.

• Share an example of a time when you had to set up something new, whether it's a project or an event.
• In what ways can setting up a new initiative or plan be challenging? How do you overcome those challenges?

Idioms

100

Hit the hay:

• Example: It's late; I think it's time to hit the hay.

• When do you usually decide it's time to hit the hay? Do you have any bedtime rituals?
• Have you ever had a night where you couldn't hit the hay because of an exciting event or an urgent task?

200

Cost an arm and a leg:

• Example: Getting a new phone can cost an arm and a leg.

• Can you think of a situation where something you wanted to buy ended up costing an arm and a leg? What was it?
• How do you decide whether an item is worth purchasing even if it seems to cost an arm and a leg?

300

Bite the bullet:

• Example: It's a difficult task, but we need to bite the bullet and get it done.

• Share a personal experience where you had to bite the bullet and face a challenging task. What was the outcome?
• How do you motivate yourself to bite the bullet when faced with difficult decisions or situations?

400

Out of the blue:

• Example: She called me out of the blue yesterday.

• Describe a pleasant surprise that happened to you out of the blue. How did it make you feel?
• Have you ever received unexpected news, whether good or bad, out of the blue? How did you react?

500

Piece of cake:

• Example: Don't worry; the exam will be a piece of cake.

• Can you recall a situation where someone assured you that a task would be a piece of cake, but it turned out to be challenging? What happened?
• In what areas of your life do you find certain tasks to be a piece of cake?

Collocations

100

Make a decision:

• Example: It's time to make a decision about your future.

• When faced with difficult decisions, do you have a specific approach to help you make a decision? Can you give an example?
• Share a decision you made recently that had a significant impact on your life.

200

Take a break:

• Example: Let's take a break and grab some coffee.

• What activities do you like to do when you take a break from work or studies?
• How important do you think it is to take breaks throughout the day to maintain productivity?

300

Have a chat:

• Example: We should have a chat about the upcoming project.

• Who is someone you regularly have a chat with about your life or concerns? How does it help you?
• When faced with misunderstandings, do you find it helpful to have a chat with the person involved?

400

Do homework:

• Example: Don't forget to do your homework before class.

• How do you organize your time when you have a lot of homework to do? Any specific strategies?
• Can you recall a time when you forgot to do your homework? What happened?

500

Run a business:

• Example: My parents run a small bakery in the neighborhood.

• Do you have any family members or friends who run a business? What challenges do they face?
• If you were to run a business, what type of business would it be, and why?

Bonus

100

Keep a secret:

• Example: Can you keep a secret about the surprise party?

• How good are you at keeping a secret? Can you share a time when you had to keep something confidential?
• In what situations do you think it's important to keep a secret, and when is it okay to share information?

200

Give an excuse:

• Example: She always seems to give the same excuse for being late.

• Why do you think some people tend to give the same excuse repeatedly? What could be the reasons behind it?
• Share a situation where you had to give an excuse for being late or unable to attend an event.

300

Burn the midnight oil:

• Example: I had to burn the midnight oil to finish the project.

• Share a time when you had to burn the midnight oil to meet a deadline. How did you manage your time?
• How do you balance burning the midnight oil with maintaining a healthy work-life routine?

400

Get along with:

• Example: I usually get along well with my colleagues.

• What qualities do you think are important for getting along well with colleagues or classmates?
• Can you recall a time when you found it difficult to get along with someone? How did you handle the situation?

500

Afraid of:

• Example: Many people are afraid of public speaking.

Share something you used to be afraid of but eventually overcame. How did you conquer that fear?