Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson Let’s Take a C1 Grammar Test 📋 and critique it [949]
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Aug 18, 2025 Dive into an engaging discussion about an advanced grammar test, as listeners are guided through each question with insightful explanations. Discover the significance of grammar beyond just testing, and explore tricky topics like gerunds, infinitives, and passive voice. Learn about the common pitfalls learners face while navigating complex constructions. The critique of traditional assessments reveals their shortcomings in measuring real-world skills, highlighting a need for more practical evaluations. It's both informative and entertaining!
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Grammar Helps But Isn't Everything
- Grammar is important but not the be-all and end-all for language learning.
- Luke stresses meaning and exposure often beat abstract grammar drilling.
Knowing Grammar ≠ Using Grammar
- Knowing grammar explicitly differs from being able to use it implicitly.
- Luke highlights that many learners score well on tests but struggle in real conversation.
Discovering Testizer During A Google Search
- Luke describes finding a C1 test on Testizer.com while Googling C1 grammar tests.
- He felt disappointed and annoyed by the site's certificate/payment setup after taking the test.
