📝 Intermediate English Practice Form
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
1. Vocabulary Practice
Instructions: Match the word to its meaning.
Word Meaning Letter
1. Reliable A. Full of energy
2. Ambition B. Someone you can trust
3. Energetic C. A strong desire to achieve something
4. Cautious D. Careful to avoid danger
Answers: 1. ___ 2. ___ 3. ___ 4. ___
2. Grammar – Present Perfect
Instructions: Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb in brackets.
1. I __________ (visit) London three times.
2. She __________ (not/finish) her homework yet
3. We __________ (live) in this city since 2019.
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3. Speaking Practice
Instructions: Choose one topic and speak for 1–2 minutes.
Your favorite place in your city.
A movie you enjoyed and why.
A skill you want to learn in the future.
4. Writing Task
Instructions: Write a short paragraph (5–7 sentences) about one of the following:
Describe a memorable holiday.
Talk about a challenge you overcame.
David Goggins – The Man Who Refused to Quit
David Goggins was not always the strong, determined man the world knows today. As a child, he faced
many challenges. He grew up in a violent home and struggled in school. He was often bullied and felt
like he didn’t belong anywhere. His life seemed hopeless, and he thought he would never achieve
anything.
One day, he decided to change. He looked at himself in the mirror and realized that the only person who
could save him was himself. He began to train his mind and body. At first, it was extremely hard—he was
overweight and out of shape. But David refused to quit. Every day, he pushed himself to run farther, lift
heavier, and think stronger.
David joined the U.S. Navy SEALs, one of the toughest military units in the world. The training was
brutal, but he kept going when others gave up. His motto became: “Stay hard.” This meant never letting
life break him, no matter how painful or uncomfortable things got.
Today, David Goggins is an ultra-marathon runner, a motivational speaker, and an author. He teaches
people that discipline, not motivation, is the key to success. His story inspires millions to face their fears,
work hard, and never give up.
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Vocabulary
1. Determined – having a strong will to do something.
2. Challenges – difficult situations or problems.
3. Bullied – hurt or treated badly by others repeatedly.
4. Achieve – to successfully reach a goal.
5. Overweight – heavier than what is considered healthy.
6. Brutal – very hard or cruel.
7. Motto – a short phrase that expresses a belief or goal.
8. Discipline – the ability to control yourself and work hard even when you don’t feel like it.
9. Inspires – encourages someone to do or feel something positive.
10. Ultra-marathon – a running race longer than a normal marathon (42 km).
Comprehension Questions
1. What kind of childhood did David Goggins have?
2. What made David decide to change his life?
3. Why was it hard for him to start training?
4. What is the U.S. Navy SEALs, and why is it important in his story?
5. What does “Stay hard” mean to David?
6. What does David believe is more important than motivation
7. What does David do today?
8. Which part of the story inspires you the most, and why? (Opinion)
