Birthplaces and Residences

Vocabulary
 birthplace
the place where a person was born
I want to go to your birthplace someday.

 residence
the place where a person lives
My place of residence is very nice.

 city
a very large town
New York is the largest city in the United States.

 move
to change place or position
My husband and I just moved to a new house.
 town
a place where people live and work, smaller than a city
I live in a small town near the mountains.

 hometown
the town or city where a person comes from and where they lived
when they were young
Oslo is my hometown.

 countryside
land which is away from towns and cities, which has farms, fields,
forests etc.
The countryside in this area is beautiful.

 enroll
to register officially as a participant or member
She enrolled in a fitness program.
Useful Expressions
· Where are you from?
· Where do you live?
· What is your hometown like?
· It sounds nice!
Discussion
1. Where is your hometown?

2. What is your hometown like?

3. Where is your favorite place to go in

your hometown?

4. What is your hometown famous for?

5. What do people do for fun in your

hometown?
Cleaning Up
Useful Expressions
· I’m pleased to meet you.
· Thanks for being here.
· That’s great!
· Shall we go now?
Vocabulary
 cleaning campaign
a movement or a set of organized activities to help clean
the environment
The students were forced to take part in a cleaning
campaign.

 volunteer
a person who does work but is not paid
We need more volunteers who are willing to give blood.

 fill out
to complete a form by adding the necessary information
The doctor asked his patient to fill out the form.

 glove
a piece of clothing that you wear on your hands to keep
them warm
It's cold so she's wearing gloves.
 Dialogue Practice

Zach arrives at an animal sanctuary run by David.

Good morning. Are you Zach?

David

That's right. You must be David. Pleased to meet you. My

professor said you needed some volunteers to help clean
up the sanctuary?
Zach

Yeah, we're having our annual cleaning campaign.

David

Well sign me up.

Zach
 That's great! Thanks for being here. Please just fill out
your details on this registration form.

David

Discussion
1.
Have you ever volunteered for community service?
2.
Do you encourage other people to join your volunteer activities? Why or why not?
3.
Why do you think it’s important to do volunteer work?
4.
Is volunteering common in your country?
5.
Do you think private companies also have a responsibility to their communities? Why or why not?
Junk Food
"Takeout" or "takeaway" refers to food that you buy from a restaurant and eat
somewhere else. In English-speaking countries, takeout food is usually
unhealthy. One of the most famous kinds is "Chinese takeout".

What's your favorite takeout restaurant? How often do you go there?

Vocabulary & Expressions

processed
Kata Sifat
calorie
Kata Benda
sodium
Kata Benda
junk food
Kata Benda
· Soda is really sugary.
· Fast food is so fatty and salty.
· Beer is full of calories.
· Soda is full of sugar.
· Beer is low in nutrients.
· Beer is high in calories.
Tip: "Rich in" and "High in"
English speakers would not say "pizza is rich in carbs", since "rich
in" is only used with healthy substances. However, "high in" can be
used with both healthy and unhealthy substances.
 Fill in the Blanks
Zach and Nathan are roommates. Nathan wants to get pizza for dinner, but Zach argues that it is junk food.

Pizza's not junk food!

Nathan

Yeah it is! It's really high (1) calories and full (2) sodium. Plus, the meat and cheese are
usually processed and super (3).
Zach

OK, I get that pizza is (4) in nutrients. But we can still get a veggie pizza, right? At least that
doesn't have processed meat.
Nathan

Fine, veggie pizza it is. But no soda! It's (5) of sugar.

Zach

But I like that soda is so sweet and sugary!

Nathan
Choose answers from the options below that fit in blanks 1 to 5
Answer Pool (Questions 1-5)
 of
 fatty
 salty
 low
 in
 full
eep Helps Us Learn
Article
Sleep Helps Us Learn
We humans spend about one-third of our lives asleep. This may sound like a lot
of time, but it is not wasted.

Sleep helps us stay healthy, and it also helps our brains remember. Our brains
need good sleep to remember what we do and learn during the other two-thirds
of our lives when we are awake.

Besides keeping us healthy, some new research shows that a good night’s
sleep helps make us more intelligent.

Scientist Chiara Cirelli told VOA that sleep is when the human brain mixes
information it has learned while awake into its general collection of knowledge.

However, the brain forgets unimportant details. This forgetting is important. It

makes space for new learning and new memories.

The research findings are the result of more than ten years of work at the
University of Wisconsin – Madison.
The Mayo Clinic is a respected research hospital in Rochester,
Minnesota. It gives these six suggestions for getting a good night’s
sleep:

1. Stay on schedule.

2. Don’t go to bed hungry or stuffed. And avoid caffeine, nicotine and

alcohol before bed.

3. Create a calm, restful sleep environment. Make your room as cool,

quiet and dark as possible.

4. Limit daytime naps.

5. Exercise during the day.

6. Manage your worries. Try to calm any worries or concerns you

might have before going to bed.
Discussion
1. What do you think about the results of the new research?

2. Do you often have trouble falling asleep? If so, why?

3. Do you use any of the Mayo clinic's six suggestions for getting a
good night's sleep? Why? Why not?

4. Which of the six suggestions do you think is the most important?

Why?

5. Do you have any unhealthy sleeping habits that you'd like to

change?
Further Discussion
1. How much sleep do you get on average per night? Do you think this
is enough? Why? Why not?

2. Are you a morning or a night-time person? Why?

3. Are you a deep sleeper or a light sleeper? How do you know this?

4. How often do you take naps? Why?

5. Do you like to sleep in on weekends? Why? Why not?

The Benefits of Reading Every Day
Vocabulary
 numerous
many
There are numerous books in this library.

 hustle and bustle

a large amount of busy and noisy activity
I simply cannot stand the hustle and bustle of city life.

 loosen up
to relax or unwind
Listen to this song, Jerry. It will help you loosen up before the match.

 stimulating
making you feel more active
This technique has proved to be more stimulating than any other we've tried.

 expose
to introduce a person to a new idea, fact, etc.
Article
The Benefits of Reading Every Day
Numerous studies have shown that reading, even for pleasure, can make a huge difference in our
lives. Some scientists say that reading every day can actually change the physical structure of the
brain and protect it from diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

Although the benefits of reading are many, here are some reasons you should start reading on a
daily basis:

1. Stress Reduction
Many psychologists believe that reading is the best way to relax.  It can be a healthy escape from the
hustle and bustle of everyday life. A well-written book or article can transport you to other realms
and help you loosen up by lowering your heart rate and easing tension in your muscles.

2. Great Workout for Your Brain

Reading is more stimulating than, say, watching TV or listening to the radio because it requires the
reader to be actively thinking, which is a great exercise for the mind.  Studies have shown that active
reading can slow decline in brain power and keep your memory sharp.

3. Vocabulary Expansion
The more you read, the more words you are exposed to. This will expand your mental dictionary. It is
especially beneficial for non-native speakers as they can see words used in all sorts of different
contexts and settings, which can be more valuable than looking up their definitions in a dictionary.
Questions
1.
How does reading every day protect the brain, according to scientists?
2.
How can a good book or article help you relax?
3.
Why is reading more stimulating than watching TV or listening to the radio?
Discussion
1. Do you read every day? Why? Why not?

2. Would you agree that reading is relaxing? Why? Why

not?

3. Do you prefer reading books or watching movies?

Why?

4. What is your all-time favorite book? Why?

5. If you were to write a book, what would it be about?

Why?
Further Discussion
1. Would you say that people read less nowadays than they
did 50 years ago?
Why do you think this is the case?

2. Do you think that books contain important life lessons?

Why? Why not?

3. Do you prefer reading e-books or paper books? Why?

4. Do you prefer reading fiction or non-fiction? Why?

On an Airplane
Vocabulary
 aisle seat
a seat which is situated next to the aisle
I would like an aisle seat.

 window seat
a seat which is situated next to a window
My son asked for a window seat.

 blanket
a large piece of material used to keep a person warm, especially on a
bed
They wrapped the baby in a soft blanket.

 boarding pass
a card that a passenger must show in order to get on a plane
Can I see your boarding pass?
Useful Expressions
· Could you please help me find my seat?
· May I see your boarding pass?
· May I recline my seat?
· Can I have a blanket?
 Role Play

Role-play the following situation with your teacher.

Situation
You are trying to find your seat in the
airplane. Ask the flight attendant to help
you. After that, ask for a blanket and order a
drink. Your teacher will act as a flight attendant.
Discussion
1. When was the last time you took an airplane? Where
did you go?

2. What do you usually drink on a plane?

3. What do you usually do during flights?

4. Are you afraid of flying? Why? Why not?

5. Which do you prefer, taking an airplane or a train?

Why?
Bad Weather
Useful Expressions
· Ladies and gentlemen.

· Please refrain from using the restrooms.

· Please return your seatback and table to their original positions.

· Please keep your seat belt fastened at all times.

 Dialogue Practice
The seat belt sign turns on.

Ladies and gentlemen. We are expecting some

Flight Attendant turbulence. Please fasten your seat belt securely and
refrain from using the restrooms while the sign is on.

Matt looks out the window.

Matt Hmmm... The weather seems to be getting worse.

Nina Yes, it does. We might be flying through a storm.

Matt That doesn't sound good.

Nina Yes, but that happens often. There's nothing to worry about.
Flight Attendant Excuse me, could you return your seatback and table to their original positions while the seat belt sign
is turned on?
Matt Sorry, I didn't notice. I will do that right away.

Flight Attendant Thank you.

After a few minutes, the seat belt sign turns off.

Ladies and gentlemen. The seat belt sign has just been turned off. For your own safety,
Flight Attendant please keep your seat belt fastened at all times as a precaution against any sudden
turbulence.

Matt Phew! I hope it won’t happen again...

Discussion
1. What do you usually do when you experience turbulence on a flight?

2. Have you ever had a frightening experience during a flight? Please share.

3. Which do you prefer, flying on jumbo jets or on small airplanes? Why?

4. What is your opinion about the people who don’t follow directions or
announcements given by flight attendants?
Getting on a Train
Vocabulary
 airport train
a train that takes a passenger to and from an airport
Mr. Tanaka wants to go to the city by taking an airport train.

 direct train
a train that takes a passenger directly to a destination, without
making stops on the way
This direct train will take you straight to Manchester.

 single ticket
a one-way ticket
Do you want a single ticket or return ticket?

 return ticket
a ticket to a destination and back
I bought two return tickets for my friend and me.
Useful Expressions
· This is my first time taking the train.
· How long does it take to get there?
· What time does it leave the station?
· What platform does it leave from?
 Role Play
Role-play the following situation with your teacher.

Situation
You have arrived at the airport and you want to
take a train to the central station. Ask the
ticket officer about the schedule, platform and
the arrival time and buy a single ticket. Your
teacher will act as a ticket officer.
Discussion
1. Do you like traveling by train? Why? Why not?

2. Have you ever taken an airport train or a local train in a foreign

country? Please share your experience.

3. What is the biggest train station in your country and how many
platforms does it have?

4. Can you describe it?

5. What is the most convenient means of transportation in your

country? Why do you think so?
 
Shopping
Useful Expressions
· How much is this?
· Do you accept credit cards?
· Do you have this in another color/size/etc. ?
· Where are the mugs/cards/socks/etc. ?
· Do you have change for...?
Vocabulary
 mug
a large cup, usually used for hot drinks
She took a coffee mug from the shelf.

 change
money, usually coins, given in exchange for bigger notes
I'll go in and buy a soda, to get some change.

 aisle
a long and narrow space between two rows of something (e.g. seats, shelves, etc.)
The flight attendant is standing in the aisle.

 bill
paper money
Do you know whose face is on the $20 bill?

 cashier
a person whose job is to charge for goods that are bought
Go straight to the cashier and pay after you choose the one perfect for you, so that we can
save time.
 Role Play

Role-play the following situation with your teacher.

Situation
You are in the shopping mall and you cannot
find jeans in one of the stores. Ask the shop
assistant where you can find them, ask for the
right size and check if you can pay by credit
card. Your teacher will be the shop assistant.
Discussion
1. Do you like shopping? Why?

2. Do you think that working as a shop assistant is difficult?

Why or why not?

3. What things make the best souvenirs in your opinion?

4. What kind of souvenirs can tourists buy in your area?

5. Do you think “oniomania” (an uncontrollable desire to buy

things) is dangerous?
 
Asking Someone to Take a Picture
Useful Expressions
· Could you take a picture/photo of me, please?
· Can you retake it, please?
· Can you take it so that the Big
Ben/mountain/Blue Mosque/etc. is visible?
· Can you take a full body picture, please?
· Press this button (to take a picture).
· The zoom button is here.
Vocabulary
 explore
to travel around an area to learn more about it
We explored the area by bike.

 mosque
a place where Muslims go to pray
You should take off your shoes before entering the mosque.

 zoom button
a button on a camera that you press in order to zoom in or out
And... The zoom button is here. // Okay.

 pose
a position in which one sits or stands, especially when they are
photographed
Let's take a picture together. Strike a pose!
Discussion
1. Do you like taking pictures? Why?

2.Do you usually bring your camera on holidays or do you

take pictures with your phone?

3. Do you have a favorite picture? Describe it.

4. In front of which famous sight would you like to be

photographed?

5. Which do you like better: black and white or color images?

Why?
 
 Role Play
Role-play the following situation with your teacher.

Situation
You are visiting Barcelona and you want to have a picture in front
of the Sagrada Familia. Your teacher will act as a passer-by. Ask
him/her to take a picture of you.