1. In pairs, look at the photo in the article. Do you think the girls are having a good time?

=> Answer: Yes, I think so.

2. Check if you understand the words below. Then listen and read the article and choose the best title. 

candle               experiment                take part

A. The worst month of my life

B. A schoolgirl's dream comes true

C. We don't know how lucky we are! 

=> Answer: The answer is C.

3. Read the text again. Mark the sentences ✓ (right), X (wrong) or ? (doesn't say). 

1. Only people from Birmingham took part in The Big Switch Off.

2. Becky played a musical instrument with her sister.

3. It was quite difficult for Becky to live without the Internet.

4. The Carters often ate at the table before the experiment.

5. The Carters couldn't cook during The Big Switch Off

=> Answer:

1. ?                2. v                 3. v                 4. x                  5. x

4. Study the Vocabulary box. In pairs, find the things in the box that: 

1. Becky talks about in the article.

2. You usually find in the kitchen/bathroom.

3. You think are most useful. 

=> Answer:

1. Becky talks about the cooker and charger.

2. kitchen: cooker, fridge, kettle, washing machine;

3. bathroom: electric toothbrush, washing machine 

5. In pairs, talk about the last time you/your I family were without electricity. How was it?

Last winter we had no electricity for twenty-four hours after some bad weather. It was exciting/boring/fun! 

=> Answer:

Last summer, my house was having dinner when the power went out. It was very hot, so the whole family went to the yard to enjoy the coolness. It's been a long time since my family had the opportunity to sit together. We talked all night and wished each other good night. It was a great evening!