Upstream PRE-INTERMEDIATE is a modular course for learners of the English language at CEF B1.1 level. The series combines active English learning with a variety of lively topics presented in themed units. Key Features - theme-based units from a wide variety of authentic sources in five modules - a variety of cross-cultural topics - systematic development of all four language skills through realistic challenging tasks which encourage the learner's personal engagement - lexical exercises practising and activating all essential vocabulary including collocations, phrasal verbs, fixed phrases, prepositions and word formation - a varied range of reading texts from authentic contemporary sources, with exercises which encourage learners to read extensively as well as intensively - stimulating reading and listening tasks - a wide range of speaking activities and intonation practice - writing analysis and practice of various types of writing with full models - study skills tips - curricular and Self-Assessment sections at the end of each module - grammar sections covering all major grammatical areas and more advanced grammar points plus a Grammar Reference Section - songs