M3-1 Final Exam Study Guide

Units 5-6: Creativity, Hobbies, Travel, Grammar Rules, and Writing Formats.

Part 1: Vocabulary Review

1. Places & Services

ATM: A machine where you can get cash money.
Bakery: A shop that sells bread and cakes.
Farmer’s Market: A place to buy fresh fruit, vegetables, and food directly from growers.
Grocery Store: A shop that sells food and household supplies (like 7-11 or Lotus's).
Gym: A place where people go to exercise.
Hairdresser: A person or place who cuts and styles hair.

2. Hobbies & Creativity

Pottery: Making cups, plates, or bowls out of clay (baked in an oven).
Jewelry: Decorations people wear, like rings, necklaces, and bracelets.
Sew: To join cloth together using a needle and thread (to make clothes).
Bake: To cook food (like bread or cake) in an oven.
Grow: To plant vegetables or flowers and look after them.
Design: To draw or plan how something will look before making it.
Build: To construct something by putting parts together.

3. Travel & Lifestyle

Abroad: In or to a foreign country (e.g., traveling from Thailand to Japan).
Overseas: Another word for "abroad" (across the ocean).
Afford: To have enough money to buy something.
Rent: To pay money to use something for a short time (like a car or a room).
Relax: To rest and become calm.
Atmosphere: The feeling or mood of a place (e.g., "This restaurant has a romantic atmosphere").
View: What you can see from a specific place (e.g., "The view from the mountain").

Part 2: Grammar Rules

1. Modals of Obligation

Use these words to talk about rules and advice.

Should: Advice. It is a good idea.
- Example: You have a cough. You should see a doctor.
Must not: Prohibition. Do not do it! It is against the rules or dangerous.
- Example: You must not smoke at a gas station.
Don’t have to: No obligation. It is not necessary (you can do it if you want, but you don't need to).
- Example: It is Sunday today. I don't have to go to school.

2. Cause and Effect Connectors

Words used to connect ideas.

Because / As: Used before the reason (why something happened).
- Example: I went to bed early because I was tired.
- Example: As it was raining, we stayed inside.
So: Used before the result (what happened next).
- Example: I was tired, so I went to bed early.

3. Verbs + Infinitive (to + verb)

Some verbs are always followed by "to" and the base verb.

Memorize these patterns:

Want to...
Need to...
Hope to...
Plan to...
Decide to...
Would like to...
Correct: I plan to visit Japan.
Incorrect: I plan visiting Japan.

4. Present Continuous vs. Simple Present

Simple Present: Habits, facts, routines.
- Keywords: Usually, every day, always, often.
- Example: She makes jewelry every weekend.
Present Continuous: Actions happening right now.
- Keywords: Now, right now, at the moment, Look!, Listen!
- Example: Look! The bus is coming.
- Example: We are studying English at the moment.

Part 3: Reading & Writing Skills

1. Register (Formal vs. Informal)

Knowing how to speak to different people.

Feature	Formal (Teachers, Bosses, Strangers)	Informal (Friends, Family)
Greeting	Dear Sir/Madam, / Dear Mr. Smith,	Hi, / Hey, / Hello,
Request	Could you please...? / I would like to...	Can you...? / I want...
Ending	Sincerely, / Best regards,	Love, / See ya, / Bye,
Tone	Polite, no slang.	Relaxed, emojis ok.

2. Understanding Email Structure (Reading Comprehension)

When reading an email on the exam, look for:

Sender: Who wrote it? (Look at the "From" or signature at the bottom).
Recipient: Who is it for? (Look at the "To" line).
Purpose: Why are they writing? (Usually in the first paragraph: "I am writing to inquire about...").
Specific Details: Look for prices, schedules, or equipment needed (e.g., paintbrushes).

Part 4: Exam Tips for Thai Students

Check the Time Words: If you see "Look!" or "Now," choose the -ing form (is/am/are + verb-ing).
Check the Connector: If the blank is followed by a reason, use "because" or "as." If it is followed by a result, use "so."
Modals:
- Is it dangerous? -> Must not.
- Is it just advice? -> Should.
- Is it a holiday/free time? -> Don't have to.

Take the practice test when you are ready.

M3 English Core Practice: Creativity & Grammar ---instructions Reading Comprehension Read the passage about a creative hobby and answer the questions. ---text Making Jewelry from Sea Glass My name is Malee and I live near the beach in Rayong. Many people like to buy expensive gold or silver, but I prefer to make my own jewelry using things I find on the beach. My hobby is collecting "sea glass." Sea glass is old glass from bottles that has been in the ocean for a long time. The water and sand make the glass smooth and cloudy. It takes many years to form. I wake up early and walk along the beach to find blue, green, and white pieces of glass. I use this glass to make necklaces and earrings. I like this hobby because it is very relaxing and it cleans the beach. Also, I don't have to spend a lot of money on materials. Next month, I plan to sell my jewelry at the local farmer's market. I hope to save enough money to travel abroad to Japan next year. ---questions-5 Q: What is Malee's hobby? A: Buying gold and silver. A: Collecting sea glass to make jewelry. [correct] A: Cleaning the ocean with a machine. A: Selling old bottles. Q: How is sea glass made? A: Malee makes it in an oven. A: It is made by machines in a factory. A: The ocean water and sand make it smooth over time. [correct] A: It is bought at a department store. Q: Why does Malee like this hobby? A: Because it is relaxing and cheap. [correct] A: Because she likes to wake up late. A: Because gold is too heavy. A: So she can buy a new car. Q: What does Malee plan to do next month? A: Go to Japan immediately. A: Stop making jewelry. A: Sell her items at a farmer's market. [correct] A: Open a large department store. Q: The word "abroad" in the text means: A: In a different country. [correct] A: At home. A: Near the beach. A: In the city center. ---instructions Vocabulary: Hobbies and Places Match the word to the correct definition. ---vocab-5 Bakery: A place where you buy bread and cakes. Atmosphere: The feeling or mood of a place. Afford: To have enough money to buy something. Hairdresser: A person who cuts and styles hair. Pottery: Objects made out of clay and baked in an oven. Overseas: Typically means to travel to a foreign country (abroad). Grocery Store: A place to buy food and household supplies. ---instructions Grammar: Modals of Obligation Choose the best modal verb (should, must not, don't have to) for the situation. ---questions-4 Q: You have a fever and a bad cough. You ________ go to the doctor. A: should [correct] A: don't have to A: must not A: can't Q: Today is Sunday, so I ________ go to work. I can sleep late. A: must not A: shouldn't A: don't have to [correct] A: should Q: You ________ smoke at the gas station. It is very dangerous! A: don't have to A: must not [correct] A: should A: can Q: We have plenty of food in the fridge. We ________ go to the supermarket today. A: must not A: don't have to [correct] A: should A: can't ---instructions Grammar: Cause and Effect Choose the correct connector (so, because, as). ---questions-4 Q: I am studying very hard ________ I have a final exam tomorrow. A: so A: but A: because [correct] A: or Q: The weather was terrible, ________ we cancelled the picnic. A: as A: because A: so [correct] A: but Q: ________ it was a public holiday, the banks were closed. A: As [correct] A: So A: But A: Or Q: She forgot her wallet, ________ she couldn't buy the dress. A: because A: as A: but A: so [correct] ---instructions Grammar: Verbs + Infinitive / Present Continuous Choose the correct verb form. ---questions-5 Q: I decided ________ Computer Science at university. A: study A: to study [correct] A: studying A: studied Q: Look! The bus ________ . Run! A: comes A: is coming [correct] A: to come A: come Q: She would like ________ a reservation for dinner. A: make A: making A: to make [correct] A: made Q: They ________ play football on Saturdays. It is their habit. A: usually [correct] A: right now A: at the moment A: today Q: We need ________ some new furniture for the office. A: buy A: buying A: to buy [correct] A: bought ---instructions Writing Skill: Register Identify the formal vs. informal language. ---questions-3 Q: Which sentence is suitable for a FORMAL email to a teacher? A: Hey, I need the homework. A: Give me the homework now. A: Could you please send me the homework assignment? [correct] A: I want the homework ASAP. Q: How should you start a formal email if you do not know the person's name? A: Dear Sir or Madam, [correct] A: Hi everyone, A: Dear Friend, A: Hey there, Q: Which closing is most appropriate for a formal email? A: Love, A: Sincerely, [correct] A: See ya, A: Bye bye, ---cloze-4 1. I want to *grow* my own vegetables because it is healthier. 2. She likes to *sew* her own clothes to save money. 3. We plan to *rent* a car when we arrive at the airport. 4. The *view* from the hotel window was beautiful. 5. I need to find an *ATM* to get some cash.