“Can-Do” Self-Assessment Chart

(Unit 6)
This chart will help you evaluate your own progress and identify language you may want to spend
more time studying and practicing. After you have completed the unit, complete the chart below.

Evaluate your confidence about each “Can-Do” statement in the following way: Check “1” if you feel
very confident in your ability to use the language described. Check “2” if you are not completely
confident. Check “3” if you are not confident at all. If necessary, go to the indicated page(s) for the
place in the unit where the language was presented and practiced.

Can-Do Statements Pages 1 2 3

Grammar I can understand and form sentences in the passive voice with 64, 65



modals.
Vocabulary I can associate adjectives with different animals. 63



I can describe the ways in which animals are used or treated. 65



I can describe positive and negative traits of domestic pets. 66



I can describe character traits. 68



Reading I can read a chart explaining Chinese Zodiac animals and 62



personality traits.
I can understand a conversation about animals in zoos. 63



I can read postings about the treatment of animals. 64



I can read an article expressing an opinion about natural species. 70



I can understand arguments for and against animal conservation. 71



Listening I can understand short conversations about suitable pets. 66



I can follow the reading of a fable and draw conclusions about 68, 69



character traits.
I can follow the reading of a fable and draw conclusions about the 68, 69



moral of the story.
I can understand a talk on animal-assisted therapy. 73



Speaking I can exchange opinions about the ways animals are used or 65



treated.
I can express an opinion and agree or disagree with other people’s 65



opinions.
I can discuss using pets for companionship. 67



I can discuss the benefits of pets. 67



I can describe the characteristics of animals. 69



I can debate the pros and cons of animal conservation. 71



Writing I can write a paragraph expressing my opinions about the 72



treatment and use of animals.
I can structure a persuasive paragraph by planning arguments and 72



possible opposing arguments.
I can write a short response agreeing or disagreeing with another 72



person’s point of view.

Summit 1, Second Edition Unit 6

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