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Unit Review & Progress Test

End-of-unit mixed review with grammar, vocabulary, skills practice and self-assessment.

75 minC1c1unit_reviewgender-identity-social-normsgenderidentitysocial normsstative verbs

Lesson objectives

  • Consolidate the grammar, vocabulary and skills from gender, identity & social norms.
  • Complete a mixed C1 progress test with answers and self-assessment.
  • Identify weak points before moving to the next unit.

Unit review — Gender, Identity & Social Norms

Al finalizar esta unidad, deberías ser capaz de discutir temas complejos relacionados con la identidad de género, las normas sociales y las expectativas culturales utilizando un vocabulario preciso y matizado. Habrás aprendido a navegar entre registros formales e informales para expresar opiniones sobre cuestiones sociológicas delicadas.

Asimismo, habrás consolidado el uso de los verbos de estado (stative) frente a los de acción (dynamic), especialmente cuando estos últimos se utilizan en formas perfectas o progresivas para indicar cambios temporales o procesos de desarrollo. Este dominio es crucial para alcanzar el nivel C1, donde la precisión gramatical permite expresar matices de significado muy sutiles.

Grammar consolidation

Complete the following tasks. Pay close attention to the distinction between state and action verbs in continuous/perfect forms.

  1. Rewrite the sentence using the word in bold so that it has the same meaning. It is obvious that she is a very talented musician. REVEAL She ______ a very talented musician.

  2. Correct the error in the following sentence: "I am owning three different businesses, but I am thinking of selling one next month."

  3. Transform the sentence using the word in bold. He started studying law five years ago and he is still a student. BEEN He ______ law for five years.

  4. Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb (stative or dynamic): "I (think) ____ about moving to a different city, as I feel my current lifestyle no longer suits my identity."

  5. Rewrite the sentence using the word in bold. The situation is changing rapidly. UNDERGOING The social landscape ______ rapid changes.

  6. Choose the correct option: "I (was seeing / saw) my doctor yesterday to discuss my identity issues, but I (am always feeling / always feel) anxious about these meetings."

  7. Rewrite the sentence using the word in bold. It's a temporary situation, but he is living in London. STAYING He ______ in London temporarily.

  8. Correct the error in the following sentence: "This perfume is smelling like roses, but I am preferring the sandalwood scent."

  9. Complete the sentence using the Present Perfect Continuous to show a continuing process: "Sociologists (study) ______ the impact of social media on gender identity for decades."

  10. Rewrite the sentence using the word in bold. She has a reputation for being very strict. KNOWN She ______ very strict.

Vocabulary activation

Complete the tasks using C1-level collocations, word formation, or appropriate register.

  1. Word Formation: Complete the sentence with the correct form of the word in brackets. The (stereotype) _____ of the breadwinner has been challenged in recent decades.

  2. Collocation: Complete the phrase. To ________ a role (to act in a way that is expected of you based on social norms).

  3. Word Formation: Complete the sentence. There is a growing _____ (aware) regarding LGBTQ+ rights in the workplace.

  4. Register: Choose the more formal option to replace the underlined word. The way (A: manner / B: way) in which gender roles are assigned varies across cultures.

  5. Collocation: Complete the phrase. To ________ a prejudice (to make a prejudice stronger or more ingrained).

  6. Word Formation: Complete the sentence. The _____ (marginal) of certain groups in society is a major political issue.

  7. Collocation: Complete the phrase. To ________ a bias (to try to reduce or get rid of a bias).

  8. Word Formation: Complete the sentence. The _____ (perceive) of gender is often influenced by media representation.

  9. Collocation: Complete the phrase. To ________ a norm (to do something that goes against what is expected).

  10. Register: Choose the more formal option. The data _____ (shows / indicates) a significant shift in domestic dynamics.

  11. Word Formation: Complete the sentence. The _____ (equal) of opportunities is a fundamental human right.

  12. Collocation: Complete the phrase. To ________ an identity (to build or create a sense of who you are).

Integrated skills task

Source Text

The concept of "traditional masculinity" has undergone significant scrutiny in the 21st century. Historically, social norms dictated that men should be stoic, competitive, and dominant. These expectations often created a rigid framework that left little room for emotional expression or vulnerability. While some argue that these roles provided a clear structure for society, many contemporary sociologists suggest that such strictness can be detrimental to mental health and interpersonal relationships. As we move towards a more fluid understanding of identity, the tension between traditional values and modern realities continues to shape the way individuals navigate their place in the world.

Task Instructions

Basándose en el texto anterior, escriba un ensayo de opinión (180-220 palabras) en el que analice si las normas de género tradicionales son un obstáculo para el desarrollo individual o si proporcionan una estructura necesaria para la estabilidad social. Utilice el vocabulario y las estructuras gramaticales aprendidas en esta unidad.

Speaking checkpoint

Answer the following prompts. For a full C1 practice, record yourself and aim for fluency and complex structures.

  1. Compare: Compare the way gender roles were perceived fifty years ago with how they are perceived today.
  2. Speculate: How might social identity change in the next fifty years due to advancements in technology?
  3. Evaluate: To what extent do you think social media influences the way young people form their identities?
  4. Justify: Some people argue that traditional family structures are essential for society. Justify or refute this view.
  5. Discuss: Is it possible for a person to completely break free from social norms, or are we always shaped by them?
  6. Evaluate: Evaluate the impact of media representation on the breakdown of gender stereotypes.

Self-assessment rubric

Criterion Needs work (B2/Below) Solid (C1) Exam-ready (C1+/C2)
Accuracy Frequent errors in complex structures. Good control; errors are rare and don't impede meaning. High precision; sophisticated use of grammar.
Range Uses basic vocabulary and simple sentences. Uses a wide range of vocabulary and varied structures. Uses idiomatic language and complex syntax naturally.
Fluency Frequent pauses and hesitation. Speaks at length with some hesitation. Smooth, natural flow with minimal hesitation.
Task Achievement Does not fully address the prompt. Addresses all parts of the task clearly. Provides nuanced, sophisticated responses.

Answer key

Grammar consolidation 1. ...has revealed that she is... 2. I own three different businesses, but I am thinking of selling one next month. ("Own" is a stative verb and cannot be continuous here.) 3. ...has been studying... 4. I am thinking... ("Think" is used as a dynamic verb here to mean "considering".) 5. ...is undergoing... 6. I was seeing / I always feel. 7. He is staying... 8. This perfume smells like roses, but I prefer... ("Smell" and "prefer" are stative.) 9. ...have been studying... 10. ...is known to be...

Vocabulary activation 1. Stereotypical 2. Play/Perform a role 3. Awareness 4. A: manner 5. Reinforce/Perpetuate 6. Marginalisation 7. Mitigate/Counter 8. Perception 9. Break/Defy 10. Indicates 11. Equality 12. Shape/Forge