Will.i.am

Teenagers from all around the world ask questions to their idol, Will.i.am, at a press conference in London.
Here are som of the questions:

What was the greatest thing you've done in your career as an artist?
One of the biggest things was doing the inauguration of Presiden tBarack Obama and then doing the Queen's jubilee. Those are big moments. Another moment was our first concert that we ever did in front of 20 people when we first started the group. That gave us the belief that we could do other things.

The Hobbit: 3D

An unexpected Journey!
This fantasy-adventure film is perfect for fans of the Lord of the Rings films. A hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, goes to Lonely Mountain with a group of dwarves to take treasure that the dragon Smaug stole from them. They cross dangerous lands, meet strange creatures and fight battles. But will Bilbo get the treasure?

BIG FOOT (STRANGE BUT TRUE)

This "Bootmobile" is travelling around the USA to celebrate the 100th anniversary of famous clothes company, L.L. Bean.
The company specializes in outdoor* clothing, especially boots. Maybe one day it will be famous like other American products. But could the L.L. Bean boot replace Converse?

Speaking Unit 9: HOW TO EXPLAIN AND CLARIFY A SITUATION

Arnau: Hi guys, How was your party?
Pau: Hi Arnau
Francesc: Not bad, thanks. Why do you ask?
Albert: Yes...
Arnau: Because you told me that you were staying in on Saturday
Pau: Who told you that?
Francesc: Júlia said that she'd seen you. How come you didn't tell me about it?
Albert: 'Cause I was only there for a few hours. My sister asked me to take my brother.
Arnau: Are you telling me the truth, Pau?
Pau: Honestly, it's true?
Francesc: Yes, it's true.
Arnau: OK, OK: I believe you. Sorry, Albert.
Pau: That's OK.

Speaking Unit 8: How to console and encourage

Arnau: Hey Albert, you look a bit down. What's the matter?

Albert: Oh, I've just heard that my brother has got a job in London and he's moving away 

Pau: Hello. Oh, right. Sorry to hear that. It isn't the end of the world though. 

Francesc: Yes, he's right, don't take too badly- at least he won't be very far away and you can visit him. London's a really cool city. 

Albert: I know, but I'm really going to miss him.

Arnau: That's true I suppose. 

Pau: Look at it this way - if he hadn't got that job, he'd have been really disappointed
Albert: Yeah, maybe you're right.
Francesc: Cheer up! Come on - let's go to a McDonald's or something
Pau: Yes, let's go to have cheesies!!

Albert: OK. Thanks, Dean. I feel a bit better now

Speaking Unit 7: apologize for a misunderstanding

Security Guard 1 ( Arnau) : Excuse me. Can i have a word with you?
Albert: Yes. Is there a problem?
Pau: What hapen?
Security Guard 2 ( Francesc): We're afraid so. Did you know that this is private property?
Albert: No, we didn't.
Security Guard 1 (Arnau): Didn't you see the sign?
Pau: No, we're afraid not.
Security Guard 2 (Francesc):  Have you been here before to rollerblader?
Albert: No, we live out of town, in Serinyà.
Security Guard 1 (Arnau):  Well, if I were you, I'd look for a different place, you can go to Porqueres Skate Park.
Pau: Ok. Sorry about that. I didn't realize.
Security Guard 2 ( Francesc): That's Ok. Remember for next time. 

LES MISÉRABLES

Victor Hugo's Les Misérables is one of the most popular novels of all time. Now you can see the new musical film. An innocent man, Jean Valjean (Hugh Jackman), escapes from prison and wants to start a new life. But Police Inspector Javert (Russell Crowe) is looking for him. Anne Hathaway also stars in the film as Fantine. And the best thing is... she's a fantastic singer!

WRITE ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR VIEW OF WORLD

Spending my time...
My name is Pau Solà and I'm a student in Escola Casa Nostra in Banyoles. I'm interested in music and sports. Some of my friends are into sports too. The people who I spend most time with are my mate Albert and my cousin Marc. The thing which I like best is sitting in the park on a sunny day.

I don't think that the world is a bad place, although I think we could improve it if we shared things more with each other. There aren't many things that ennoys me, but one thing that make me angry is when people are rude or ignorant.

As far as the future is converned, it sometimes depress me that we won't have peace. I find it a bit frightening that there's always a war somewhere in the world. I'm rairly optimistic about my own future though. In a few years' time, I see myself travelling around the world with a famous football club.

WRITE ABOUT THE HISTORY OF A PRODUCT

TWIX

Twix got their name because his creator was George Twixter. The people love it because it's a chocolate bar with honey. Twix was created in Los Angles, USA. 

Twix became popular for his incredible taste. It was special. A lot of people around the world love Twix.

These days, Twix are popular in a 102 different countires, there are a lot of places where Twix are made, not only in one city.. Both adults and children love it, and it isn't expensive! You can also buy packs of Twix, there are many different sizes.

WRITE ABOUT PLANS FOR A VISIT

Hi, Júlia
I'm just writing to check that everything's OK for your visit.
I think you'll like Banyoles. On Monday afternoon, we're doing a bus tour with my parents because they really want to show you the city. We'll be free in the night, so we'll probaby meet some of my friends, and we could either walk around the town or go to a museum. It's up to you. I expect we'll end up in one of the cafés in the sopping centre.
On Tuesday, we could get a bus or train somewhere. There are some typical Catalan villages around here, like Serinyà and Besalú. There isn't much to do in them, but they're very pretty places. I'll get some photos and you can have a look.
We're going to meet you at the railway station tomorrow, so can you remind me what time your train gets in?

Looking forward to seeing you.

Pau

NOSTALGIA: MUSE

Muse fans have waited three years ofr a new album... but now it's out! The English group play energetic concerts and mix many musical styles, from heavy metal to electronica. Their new album is called The 2nd Law and you may know the single "Survival": it was the official song of the London Olympics!

MUSIC: CARLY RAE JEPSEN

Carly Rae Jepsen's frist hit, "Call Me Maybe", was called "the song of summer 2012". It was Number One in her home country Canada, and many other countries such as the UK nad the USA. Carly wrote it as a folk song, but then it was made into a pop song. It is on Carly's first album Curiosity, which includes five of her own songs, and one song from the Legendary Canadian folk singer Joni Mitchell.

BRUNO MARS

2012 was a busy year for Bruno Mars. The singer from Hawaii became an international star and played concerts around the world. Bruno released his first album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans, in 2010. Bruno is a talented musician: he grew up in a musical family and plays drums, guitar, keyboard, bass, piano and harmonica. His second album, Unorthodox Jukebox, is sure to be a hit!

FRANKENWEENIE

This is a remake of Tim Burton's first Frankenweenie film, made in 1984. Disney said the first film was too scary and fired Burton! So don't watch this DVD alone...

C.S.I. MIAMI

If you want to discover the TV series CSI: Miame, Season 9 is out now. A member of the Miami police force dies and the season ends with a cliffhanger. To find out what happens next, you'll have to wait until Season 10.

Discuss a questionnaire (Unit 6)

Albert: Hey John. I'm doing a quetionnarie about identity. Do you want to have a look?

Pau: OK, go on then. Ask something.

Albert: OK, I'll ask you the interesting ones. Do you express yourself more through your hairstyle, music, sport or your clothes?

Pau: Er, trough my clothes.

Albert: Yes,me too. Right, do you usually know what music someone likes from the clothes they wear?

Pau: I think that it's possible but it's very difficult. Not always,no.

Albert: No, me neither. OK. How about this one do you prefer hang out with a group of friends, or alone?

Pau: I prefer a group.

Albert: Oh , I don't. I prefer to relax on my own.

Pau: We're a bit different then.

Albert: It looks like it,yes.

Pau: Yes

Albert: Thank you for your time! Bye, I see you later.

Pau: Bye Albert! 

Change something in a shop (unit 5)

Francesc: Hello, are you Ok there?

Albert: Yes, we are watching the new clothes. 

Pau: I was given these shirt as a present but they're too small. Is it Ok if I change them?

Francesc: That should be OK. Have you got the receipt?

Arnau: Yes, here you are.

Francesc: Ok. Well actually, we've sold out of those jeans, I'm afraid. You can choose something else if you like. 

Albert: Oh,right. Can I try these things on?

Francesc: Yes, sure. The changing rooms are over there...

Pau: What do you think of this jeans? It isn't too long, is it?

Francesc: No, I don't think so. It's really funky.

Albert: OK. I 'll take it then. Thanks.

Pau: Bye, trank you.

Arnau: Bye!

ASK FOR AND GIVE INFORMATION (unit 4)

Arnau: Hello!
Francesc: Hi there. Can I help you?
Pau: Yes... I'm staying in Serinyà with a firend next week and we were wondering if there's anything to see around there. Have you got any information?
Albert: Yes, there are day trips for the Caves of Serinyà. I'll get you a leaflet.
Arnau: Thank you.
Francesc: That sounds good. What time do the trips leave?
Albert: They're fairly regular - they go every day except Sunday at ten to twelve.
Francesc: OK: And how much is te trip? We've got student cards.
Albert: Let's see. Well, in that case it's $10 per person. The full price is $20.
Arnau: Aha...
Pau: That's fine.
Francesc: We'll go on Monday, then. Do we need to book it?
Albert: I'll book it for you if you like. Can I take your names?

Exchange Opinions (unit 3)

Solà:Hi every body

Albert: Hi

Francesc: Hello

Arnau: Iep

Solà: Have you seen these?

Albert: No, what are they?

Francesc: Yes, they're posters for an anti-drugs campaign. All the students in the school have to say which one's best,and why.

Arnau: Let's see. Mmm....What do you think?

Albert: It's a great poster anti-drugs.

Solà:I can't really decide, but I suppose the one on the right has got a clearer message. Do you agree?

Arnau: Well, yes and no. It's clearer, but isn't very effective.

Albert: Why that?

Francesc: Well, I reckon you should be positive. For me, the one on the right is trying to be scary.

Solà: Mmmm....You might be right there.

Albert:  I must go now.

Francesc: OOOh, Bye Albert.

Solà: Bye!!! 

Arnau: See you later!