~ Basic English ~ Basic Vocabulary and Role Plays ~ 107 ~

~ Make a Lesson ~ As You Like ~ Suggestions ~

Pre-Lesson Journal-Talk: Each student takes a turn at the beginning of class

1) In the first section, fill in the blanks, then practice your role plays on your own.

2) Then, as a class, in groups, or in pairs, perform the role plays you have created.

3) After that, perform your role play in class with a partner/several partners.

4) Finally, challenge yourself by performing the role play with no written cues.

5) In the second section, briefly discuss the form as a class. Avoid over-analysis.

6) Select two questions from the list. Practice with a partner, then in front of the class.

7) You may wish to discuss the form (section two) before the role play (section one).

The Language Works ~ Fun English ~ Lesson 7

Section One ~ Basic-Talk 107 ~ Childhood ~ Role Play Practice ~

A) What city were you born in?

B) I was born in__________________________________________ .

A) Where did you grow up?

B) I grew up in_____________________________________________ .

A) Where did you go to elementary school?

B) I went to_______________________________________________ .

A) Did you grow up with any brothers and sisters?

B1) Yes, I had_____________________________________________ .

B2) No, I was an only child.

A) What did you like doing by yourself?

B) I liked________________________________________________ .

(reading comic books/drawing pictures/listening to music/riding my bike)

A) What did you like doing with your neighbors, siblings, or friends?

B) We liked_______________________________________________ .

(playing kickball/going to the river/hanging out at the beach/ice skating)

A) What was your favorite food, sport, and TV program when you were growing up?

B) I really liked___________________________________________ .

A) Were you a good student?

B) Well, _______________________________________________ .

Notes:

In most cases, if you were born or grew up on an island, use on:

Example: I was born on Oahu Island in Honolulu in Hawaii in the USA.

“Siblings” are brothers and sisters, but this is most often used formally.

Section Two ~ Form-Talk 107 ~ Superlative Adjectives ~ Dialogue Practice ~

A superlative adjective is used to compare three or more things.

List of superlative adjectives:

1) One syllable or ending in y:

late – latest / kind – kindest / early – earliest / mean – meanest

2) Two or more syllables:

recommended – most/least recommended ~ difficult – most/least difficult

helpful – most/least helpful ~ confusing – most/least confusing

3) Different forms:

good – best / bad – worst

Examples: Choose questions, write answers, or study/read the samples. Discuss.

Q1: Are you more or less intelligent than your parents? How?

Anyone much older than me should have more intelligence. Yet, I'm not sure.

Q2: Are some people luckier (in love/money) than others? Explain.

Maybe some people are born "under fortunate stars" but I'm a normal human being.

Q3: Would it be better to be rich and dumb or poor and smart? Why?

This is a case of bad choices. If I were rich and dumb, most likely I'd be happier.

Q4: Is it worse for you to be really hungry or to eat too much?

Another case of bad choices. I guess eating too much. Really hungry can go really bad.

Q5: Which is more delicious, (Italian) or (Chinese) food? (Thai, Indian, French, Mexican)

Italian is better for lunch and Chinese is better for dinner. Thai soup is best for breakfast.

Q6: Is your friend/spouse friendlier/more friendly than you? Tell.

Definitely my spouse is friendlier than me. As they say, "She is my better half".

Q7: Are some families happier/sadder than others? Tell.

Yes, but this may change over time depending on income, health, and marriage troubles.

Q8: Is it better for you to study or to enjoy your time? Explain.

They say, "Too much work and no play makes Jack a dull boy". I strive for balance.

Q9: Is it worse for you to sleep too much or too little? Why?

Too little. Too much sleep is OK if your dreams are good. Too little can make you cranky.

Q10: Are Chinese clothes more fashionable than American? Explain.

Fashion is subjective. Everyone has their signature style. I prefer comfort over fashion.