CELPE-BRAS Preparation Course

 Listening Comprehension: Practice understanding spoken Portuguese in various contexts (announcements, interviews, dialogues).

 Focus on identifying main ideas, details, and specific information.

 Reading Comprehension: Analyze authentic texts (articles, advertisements, brochures) related to Brazilian culture, history, and society.

 Learn strategies for skimming, scanning, and understanding complex sentences.

 Writing Skills - Informal Writing: Emails, blog posts, or social media updates about personal experiences, travel, or cultural events.

 Formal Writing - Essays, reports, or summaries on specific topics (e.g., environmental issues, Brazilian literature).

 Speaking and Interaction - Oral Presentations: Prepare and deliver short speeches on assigned topics.

 Role-Playing: Simulate real-life situations (hotel check-in, restaurant ordering, asking for directions).

 Grammar and Vocabulary: Review verb tenses (present, past, future).

 Expand vocabulary related to travel, culture, and everyday life.

 

 Brazilian Culture and Traditions: Explore festivals (Carnival, Festa Junina), music (samba, bossa nova), and regional customs.

 Discuss cultural diversity and historical landmarks.

 Tourism and Travel: Vocabulary related to transportation (airport, taxi, bus), accommodations (hotels, hostels), and sightseeing.

 Role-play scenarios at tourist attractions (museums, beaches, historical sites).

 Social Issues and Environment: Read and discuss articles on environmental conservation, social inequality, and sustainable practices.

 Express opinions and propose solutions.

 Literature and Arts: Read excerpts from Brazilian literature (Machado de Assis, Clarice Lispector) and discuss themes.

 Appreciate Brazilian art (paintings, sculptures, street art).

 Current Affairs: Stay informed about recent news in Brazil (politics, economy, health).

 Practice summarizing news articles.