As we approach the end of another term, we are met with more tests! Our English test takes place this week so here are some tips to help you study:

Giving your opinion - This term, we have been learning how to give our opinion on a certain topic. We have been incorporating this into various debate topics. Use the following terms: 

1. In my opinion.../ I am of the opinion that.../
2. I strongly believe that...
3. In my view...
4. I consider...
5. I believe...
6. I firmly disagree with....
7. I think that...

We love doing group work in our class. Unfortunately we have to move from room to room every day and this can be annoying. Our school has recently undergone some building work and one the classes has been rearranged to facilitate group work. No longer are two students sitting next to each other and facing forward...we are now sitting at group tables and WE LOVE IT! Bring on the collaboration! 

This is a poem by Olivia from 19p. Olivia wrote this poem about her mother for Mother's Day. It is an excellent example of creativity. Well done Olivia. I hope your Mum is very proud!

This poem was written by Alice in 19p. It is a wonderful tribute to a wonderful mum. Well done Alice. 

Unfortunately our classmate Dylan has broken his leg and is unable to come to school. Our class just hasn't been the same! Here is the work that we will be doing in class this week. You can submit your answers through the 'Homework Assignments' tab up the top. GET WELL SOON DYLAN ;-D

The beautiful language of English is full of cliches, idioms and strange sayings. A lot of these cliches are very old and can make little sense to today's students. In English class, we decided to create our own sayings and malapropisms from everyday cliches. Here are the ten most amusing (if not correct) examples:

10. Don't bite the hand ... you pick your nose with

9. The pen is mightier than the ... pencil

8. You can lead a horse to water ... but you can't lead me on

7. Strike while the ... keeper is tying his lace

6. A rolling stone ... can cause injury

5.You can lead a horse to water ... but it might run away  

4. No news ... means the satellite cannot get the signal

3. An idle mind is ... my sister on a good day

2. A bird in the hand ... is most likely going to poo on you

and my personal favourite...

1. A miss is as good as a ... sir