MISSION (Separate components and all levels)

The Mission 1 and Mission 2 series by Express Publishing is a highly structured, two-part exam preparation course. It is specifically written by authors Virginia Evans and Jenny Dooley to prepare students for the Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) examination.

Course Design & Focus
The series systematically develops all foundational language competencies while delivering targeted, task-based exam training. Each level consists of seven theme-based units that break down the core components of the exam:
– Reading & Vocabulary: Units provide four distinct reading passages with cross-cultural topics and corresponding lexical exercises.
– Grammar & Use of English: Includes clear grammar reference check sections, open cloze texts, and key-word transformations.
– Listening & Speaking: Features intensive note-taking, discussion prompts, and True/False oral tasks.
– Writing Techniques: Offers dedicated modules revising various types of compositions and essays.

Levels & Target Age
– Mission 1: Intermediate (B1+/B2) – Introduces FCE exam formats; maps out essential grammar and core vocabulary. Older Teenagers (15+) and Adults
– Mission 2: Upper-Intermediate (B2) – Refines complex language structures and solidifies test-taking speed. Older Teenagers (15+) and Adults

Course Components
Both levels share a standardized set of components to provide a multi-dimensional approach to studying:

For Students
– Coursebook: The central textbook housing all the thematic units, practice exercises, and skills-based exam tasks.
– Student’s Audio CDs: A set of two audio CDs designed for independent home practice, listening comprehension, and self-study reinforcement.

For Teachers & Classrooms
– Teacher’s Book: Contains complete answer keys, step-by-step teaching tips, and photocopiable assessment tests with marking grids.
– Class Audio CDs: A comprehensive set of three audio CDs containing all the listening scripts, listening tests, and oral examination tracks for the classroom.

Assessment & Supplementary Material
– Practice Tests: Dedicated test books that mirror the official examination papers to gauge exam readiness.
– Key to the Practice Tests: A standalone booklet containing correct solutions for quick evaluation and grading.