Getting Started
Give two examples, one for each, for greeting someone formally vs. informally.
Formal = “Good morning."; Informal = “Hi.”
Name two people who can be part of your family.
Father, sister, uncle, cousin...
What’s the difference between a hobby and a pastime?
Hobby = regular activity; Pastime = casual enjoyment.
Name two sports.
Soccer, basketball.
What’s the difference between asking “What do you do?” and “What are you doing?”
“What do you do?” = occupation; “What are you doing?” = current activity.
What phrase do you use to tell people your name?
My name is…
What’s the difference between immediate family and extended family?
Immediate = parents/siblings; Extended = cousins/aunts/uncles.
Name one benefit of having a hobby.
They reduce stress, make you happy, help you learn new things.
What’s the difference between recreational activities and competitive sports?
Recreation = fun; Competitive = organized competition.
Name two occupations.
Teacher, engineer.
Give an example of “classroom language.”
"Can I go to the bathroom?” or “Open your books.".
What question would you ask to find out someone’s birthday?
When is your/her/his birthday?
Reading, napping.
How can you politely disagree with someone’s opinion about a sport?
I see your point, but I think differently.
What’s a good way to make small talk?
By asking "How’s the weather?” or “What do you do for fun?”.
Give an example of a situation where “Nice to meet you” would NOT be appropriate.
After meeting someone you already know well.
Name a synonymous for "mother".
Mom, mommy, mama.
Which tense do you use to describe what you’re doing “right now”?
Present continuous tense (“I am reading”).
Name a unusual sport.
Quidditch, underwater hockey, extreme ironing.
Do the dishes, vacuum the floor, make the bed.
What’s the cultural significance of greetings in communication?
Greetings show respect, build rapport, and vary by culture.
Why family photos are important?
They capture memories, sparks conversations and can be used to share stories or memories.
Talk about something you enjoy doing in your free time.
I like reading a lot!
Give your opinion about a recreational activity politely.
"In my opinion…" or "I think…".
Empathy, resilience, curiosity.