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Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)｜日常会話（上級１章）
Lesson33: Camping for the First Time

2021年5月2日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　no matter what happens~ んな事が起こっても
	No matter what happens, don’t stray away from our group.
2.　given the choice, I’d rather~ どちらかというと～がよいです
	Given the choice, I’d rather go camping in autumn.
3.　impatient せっかち
	We’ll get to the campsite in no time, just keep going. Don’t be impatient.
4.　play it by ear 臨機応変にやる
	Our tools are limited when we go camping, so we really have to play it by ear.
5.　at a snail’s pace のろのろと,ゆっくりと
	Just keep walking even at a snail’s pace. What matters is you don’t stop.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1.　no matter what happens~
Answer:
2.given the choice, I’d rather~
Answer:
3.impatient
Answer:
4.play it by ear
Answer:
5.at a snail’s pace
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Are you excited about our school camping next weekend?

Well, given the choice, I’d rather go camping with my family. That way,
I won’t have to worry about anything. I’m sure my family will take care of it.

That may be true. But another reason camping is fun is that you get to learn how to be independent. Don’t you think so?

Actually, I’ve never gone camping before. Could you give me some advice?

Sure. No matter what happens, always follow your group. Keep walking, even at a snail’s pace. You don’t want to be left behind.

That’d be terrifying! I don’t want to get lost in the woods.

Another piece of advice is to always obey the instructions given by the camp leader. Stay alert at all times, and don’t be impatient.

Okay, that’s noted. How about our food? Will we be able to cook
properly at the campsite?

Sure we can. We may not have all the tools we’d have in a kitchen, but we can play it by ear. Learning to be resourceful is part of the fun!

Okay, I’ll keep all your advice in mind.

PART C_1

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART C_2

PART D_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

PART D_2

1.	A: _______________________. You’ll be able to start a fire soon. B: Okay, but I need a hand, please.
2.	A: Oh, no! I forgot to bring my blanket. B: It’s okay, we’re going to _______________________.
3.	A: They hiked at ____________________. B: That’s why it took them a whole day to get here.
4.	A: Do you like camping with a group? B: Given __________________, I’d rather go camping alone.
5.	A: No _______________, never leave your belongings unattended. B: Noted, ma’am.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are planning your first camping trip with a friend. Discuss about the things that you need to pack for the trip. Also, talk about the precautions that you need to observe to avoid any accidents. Your tutor will pretend to be your friend.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)｜日常会話（上級１章）
Lesson32: Getting Back on Your Feet

2021年5月2日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　that’s not how I see it 私はそのようには思いません
	Some people think that we should be able to get back on our feet alone. But that’s not how I see it.
2.　pull someone’s leg からかう
	Do you really think that I’ve improved a lot? I feel like you’re pulling my leg.
3.　turn out all right 全てうまくいく
	Every cloud has a silver lining. It’ll turn out all right.
4.　the world is your oyster この世は思いのままである
	Life’s what you make it. The world is your oyster.
5.　read between the lines 行間を読む、言外の意味を読み取る
	I don’t think he said that to make you feel worse, he’s actually trying to encourage you. Just try to read between the lines.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1.　that’s not how I see it
Answer:
2.pull someone’s leg
Answer:
3.turn out all right
Answer:
4.the world is your oyster
Answer:
5.read between the lines
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hey, Emma. You don’t look okay. Is everything alright?

Hello, Ron. Remember my swimming competition. I lost again. I don’t
know. I’m already losing hope. Maybe this sport isn’t for me.

Hmmm, that’s not how I see it. I think you’re a step closer to your dream.

You’re pulling my leg, aren’t you?

No, I’m not. Just because you didn’t win, it doesn’t mean you failed. Rather, it’s another learning experience for you. It’ll turn out all right in the end, if you don’t give up.

But I can feel that even my coach is losing his hope. He looked so
disappointed when I didn’t win.

Did he tell you anything after that?

He said that he doesn’t think I should join the next competition.

Oh, maybe what he means is that you are not ready for another competition. Perhaps, that’s his way of telling you that you need more time to practice. Don’t take that to heart. Try to read between the lines.

Maybe. I don’t know if I still want to do this.

Emma, giving up isn’t the solution. The world is your oyster! You should fight harder to achieve your dreams.

Thanks, Ron. Somehow, it made me feel better.

PART C_1

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART C_2

PART D_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

PART D_2

1.	A: Sometimes, we fall just to be able to bounce back higher. I’m sure it’ll _________ in the end. B: Thank you for the words of encouragement.
2.	A: I don’t think I’m talented enough to do this. B: That’s _________. I believe hard work beats talent.
3.	A: Your coach may sound a bit harsh, but he’s just trying to motivate you to do more. B: Yeah, I know he means well, so I better _________.
4.	A: Remember you can be whatever you want to be. The _________. B: Thank you for always reminding me of my capabilities.
5.	A: You didn’t win, but I think you’re the most determined contestant at the game. B: You’re _________ again.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are talking to your parent about how you can get back on your feet after failing an exam. Tell him/her the things you had tried but didn’t work out, and ask for some advice on how to bounce back effectively. Your tutor will pretend to be your parent.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation (Expert Chapter 1)｜日常会話（上級１章）
Lesson31: Scorching Heat

2021年5月2日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　Don’t mind me. ご自由に、おかまいなく
	I just need to turn on the air conditioning system to feel comfortable. I’m fine, please don’t mind me.
2.　it doesn’t appeal to me それにあまり興味がない、あまり気に入らない
	Climbing a mountain in such hot weather? I’m afraid it doesn’t appeal to me.
3.　sharp increase 急増
	Weather forecasters saw a sharp increase in this season’s temperature. The public is advised to stay hydrated and wear comfortable clothes.
4.　in the same boat 同じ境遇にある
	Is it scorching hot where you live as well? We’re in the same boat then.
5.　out of the blue 思いがけなく、突然
	It was nice and warm this morning, then it turned scorching hot out of the blue.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1.　Don’t mind me.
Answer:
2.it doesn’t appeal to me
Answer:
3.sharp increase
Answer:
4.in the same boat
Answer:
5.out of the blue
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hey, Emma! How’s the weather in Australia?

Oh, it’s scorching hot in here. There’s a sharp increase in the
temperature this week. And I’m still getting used to it. How about in Japan?

Oh, we’re in the same boat. The current temperature’s about 35 degrees celsius. According to the weather report, it may increase up to 39.

No wonder you’re sweating a lot! Is there a fan near you?

Oh, don’t mind me. I’m actually out to run some errands today. I’m just taking a quick break right now.

Oh, I see. So, are you going camping soon? You usually do it in summer, right?

I’m afraid it doesn’t appeal to me right now. It’s just too hot to go camping. I don’t want to get sunburn.

Oh, you’re right. The weather has become unpredictable, hasn’t it?

Yes, that’s right. It was nice and warm yesterday, then it became scorching hot out of the blue.

Make sure you stay hydrated!

PART C_1

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART C_2

PART D_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

PART D_2

1.	A: It’s so hot, now I’m craving chocolate ice cream. B: Oh, we’re ____________________________.
2.	A: According to the weather forecast, there’s going to be a ____________________ in the temperature today. B: I’m glad I brought my mini fan with me today.
3.	A: Would you like to go to the beach? B: I’m afraid _________________________ right now.
4.	A: You seem fatigued. Are you alright? B: Don’t _______________. It’s just the scorching heat.
5.	A: It started raining ___________________________. B: Yeah, but it’s still uncomfortably hot.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are talking to a neighbor about the hot weather. Discuss the weather forecast today. Also, talk about the activities that you like and dislike during hot season. Your tutor will pretend to be your neighbor.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)｜日常会話（上級１章）
Lesson30: Gossip

2021年5月2日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　I think we can all agree that~ 私たち全員が賛成できると思う
	We usually share the same opinions. I think we can all agree that gossip is a waste of time.
2.　uncalled for 求められていない、お呼びでない
	You didn’t have to bring up those rumors. That was uncalled for.
3.　I can’t see what all the fuss is about. 何をそんなに大騒ぎしているか分からない
	Everyone thinks it’s a big deal. But I can’t see what the fuss is about.
4.　off the hook 危機から脱して
	You haven’t told us who started the gossip. You’re not off the hook.
5.　let the cat out of the bag 秘密を漏らす
	I thought it’s supposed to be a secret. Who let the cat out of the bag?

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1.　I think we can all agree that…
Answer:
2.uncalled for
Answer:
3.I can’t see what all the fuss is about.
Answer:
4.to be off the hook
Answer:
5.let the cat out of the bag
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

There’s a lot of celebrity magazines in the living room. I didn’t know you like reading them. Is it fun to read? I can’t see what the fuss is all about.

Oh, those are my little sister’s. She is a big fan of pop stars and likes
reading about them all the time. I’m not into celebrity gossip as it’s just
a waste of time for me. But it’s okay, she’s still young and she still has
a lot of free time.

Oh, I see. By the way, did you know that Charlie was reprimanded for spreading a rumor about Sarah?

Poor Sarah, that’s why she’s absent today. I didn’t know. What happened?

Well, he told his seatmate that Sarah cheated on her exam. Unknowingly, his seatmate told another classmate about it even if there’s no proof shown to him. And that rumor spread like wildfire.

That was uncalled for! I think we can all agree that believing something
without proof is unwise. Who let the cat out of the bag though?

That’s right. But I guess it’s easier, and that’s why most people do that. I guess Charlie himself let the cat out of the bag while his teacher was talking to him.

Is he off the hook now?

I don’t think so. He is supposed to apologize to Sarah tomorrow at the principal’s office.

I hope things get better for Sarah.

PART C_1

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART C_2

PART D_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

PART D_2

1.	A: Making comments on something we know nothing about is _______________. B: I couldn’t agree more.
2.	A: I better get going. See you around! B: Wait, you’re not _________________!
3.	A: _________________________ that gosipping isn’t smart. B: Yes, we all do.
4.	A: A group of students is discussing the latest rumor. B: I can’t _______________________________.
5.	A: He ___________________ when he unintentionally dropped her name. B: He must be so embarrassed about it.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are talking to a friend about your opinions on spreading gossip. Talk about how a rumor starts and how it can spread so quickly. Also, talk about the negative effects of gossip. Your tutor will pretend to be your friend.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation (Expert Chapter 1)｜日常会話（上級１章）
Lesson28: Playing Online Games

2021年5月2日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　thoughtless of 無思慮で、不注意で
	I’m sorry I missed our game. How thoughtless of me.
2.　absolutely positive… ～に違いない、～と確信している
	I have canceled my other plans, so I’m absolutely positive that I can join the game tomorrow.
3.　as you please お好きなように、ご随意に
	It’s an individual online game, so do as you please.
4.　cross one’s fingers 幸先のよいことを祈る
	I hope we win the game. My fingers are crossed!
5.　give someone the cold shoulder ～に冷たい態度を取る
	He thinks that we didn’t give our best that’s why we lost the game. And that’s the reason he’s giving us the cold shoulder now.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. thoughtless of
Answer:
2. absolutely positive…
Answer:
3. as you please
Answer:
4. cross one’s fingers
Answer:
5. give someone the cold shoulder
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

I’m sorry for letting you down in the game last night. How thoughtless of me. I should have been more alert.

Hey, it’s nothing. You did your best, right?

I really thought you’re going to give me a cold shoulder for that.

Why would I? It’s okay to lose in a game. Besides, it’s not always about
winning. For me, learning about teamwork carries more weight.

So, what do you think? Should I switch characters?

You can do as you please. I’d like you to feel free and just have fun in the game.

Thanks for being so supportive. Crossing my fingers and hope that we’ll win tonight!

I’m thinking… what if we form a bigger team for the game?

You mean, we’re going to invite our friends to join? That’s a great idea!

I’m absolutely positive we’re going to win tonight!

PART C_1

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART C_2

PART D_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

PART D_2

1.	A: I’m ___________________ that he’s playing online games right now. B: Well, that’s what he does most of the time.
2.	A: Are you ______________________? B: Oh no, not at all. I’m just so focused on the game.
3.	A: Should we play a different game after this? B: Sure, ______________________.
4.	A: You’ve got such a strong character. I think you’ll win this time. B: Crossing _______________________!
5.	A: Sorry to accidentally unplug the game console while you’re playing. How __________________! B: It’s okay, I was already losing that time anyway.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are talking to a friend about an online game you recently discovered. Tell him/her what makes it unique. Also, please instruct your friend how to play it. Your tutor will pretend to be your friend.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation (Expert Chapter 1)｜日常会話（上級１章）
Lesson29: Cram School

2021年5月2日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　complacent 自己満足した
	You should not be complacent about your small achievements.
2.　keep going 前進し続ける、やり続ける
	It may seem like you’re not going anywhere, but you just have to keep going to get closer to your goals.
3.　butterflies in (one’s) stomach （緊張して）そわそわする
	The exam week is around the corner. It’s giving me butterflies in my stomach.
4.　busy as a bee とても忙しい
	You’re such a busy bee. You study all day and work all night.
5.　when pigs fly 不可能である、絶対に起こりえない
	Did you expect to pass the exam without preparing for it? When pigs fly!

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1.　complacent
Answer:
2.keep going
Answer:
3.butterflies in (one’s) stomach
Answer:
4.busy as a bee
Answer:
5.when pigs fly
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hi Emma, you’ve been as busy as a bee. What have you been up to?

Well, I’ve been attending cram school again. I failed an exam last month.
I thought I should push myself to study harder by going to cram school.

Oh, I see. But you passed all your exams this month, right? That’s a real improvement! I can already see your progress.

Thanks, Ron. Maybe I just got lucky. I can’t be complacent, especially
that we are in our final year in high school.

Oh, you’re right. And we only have a few more weeks left to study for another batch of exams.

That’s true. I get butterflies in my stomach just by thinking about that.

Well, we just have to keep going until it’s all done. As you said, we’re in our final year. Can’t wait to celebrate!

That’s a motivating way of looking at things. I miss playing video
games though. If only I can play games all night and still get a high
score in my exam tomorrow…

When pigs fly! Don’t worry, we’ll play video games until we numb our fingers after finishing our exams.

Now, I have something to look forward to!

PART C_1

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART C_2

PART D_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

PART D_2

1.	A: It’s my first day at cram school, that’s why I’ve got _______________________. B: Don’t worry about it, you’ll get the hang of it sooner or later.
2.	A: Would you like to go shopping after school? B: Oh, sorry I can’t. I’m _______________ right now.
3.	A: Do you think our Science exam is going to be easy? B: When ______________________!
4.	A: I think I could ace the exam tomorrow without studying. B: Hey, don’t be too _____________!
5.	A: I’m done with five out of eleven exams for today. B: Way to go! Just __________________________.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are talking to your classmate about attending cram school. Tell him/her the advantages and disadvantages of studying at cram school. Your tutor will pretend to be your classmate.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation (Expert Chapter 1)｜日常会話（上級１章）
Lesson27: Magic Show

2021年5月2日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　You can’t beat that. 最高だね
	A full hour of an astonishing magic show? You can’t beat that!
2.　utterly convinced that だと完全に確信している
	He is such an excellent magician that I’m utterly convinced the magic tricks he did were real.
3.　take the words right out of someone’s mouth. （人）の言おうとすることを先に言う
	That’s exactly what I wanted to say. You took the words right out of my mouth.
4.　second to none 誰にも負けない
	What I think about this show? It’s second to none. It’s definitely the best!
5.　thrilled to bits 非常に興奮して、大喜びで
	The last trick was really something. I was thrilled to bits!

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. You can’t beat that.
Answer:
2. utterly convinced that
Answer:
3. take the words right out of someone’s mouth.
Answer:
4. second to none
Answer:
5. thrilled to bits
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

That’s an astounding magic show. You can’t beat that!

You took the words right out of my mouth. What’s your favorite part of the show?

It’s when he swallowed the sword! It was scary to watch but I think it’s the highlight of the show. That’s one heart-stopping performance!

Oh, yeah! That part is just so cool. At the same time, I was so worried it
might hurt him. For me, it was when he started walking on water. For a
moment, I was utterly convinced it’s not just an illusion.

In fact, I’m still wondering how he managed to do that.

No wonder, he’s famous all over the world.

He’s definitely second to none!

Should we watch his second show tomorrow night!

I was thrilled to bits! There’s no way we’re not going!

Okay, cool. I’ll invite more friends to join us!

PART C_1

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART C_2

PART D_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

PART D_2

1.	A: How was the performance? B: I was ____________________!
2.	A: I’m ___________________ that he spent decades to master that routine. B: You’re right, what he did was definitely not for amateurs.
3.	A: What can you say about the underwater chain escape? B: Oh, you ____________________________!
4.	A: This magician is _________________________. B: I heard he has won multiple awards overseas.
5.	A: This young magician has a lot of potential. But I believe he’s just not ready yet. B: You ____________________________________.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are talking to a friend about a magic show you both watched last night. Tell him/her your favorite part of the show and why you liked it. Your tutor will pretend to be your friend.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)｜日常会話（上級１章）
Lesson26: Painting

2021年5月2日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　phenomenal 驚くべき、異常な
	You shouldn’t doubt your skills. Anyone will tell you that your artworks are phenomenal!
2.　What have you got to lose? 一か八かやってみよう
	Don’t think too much about learning a new skill. What have you got to lose?
3.　I’m not sure about that! それはどうだろうか
	You think anyone can paint that well? I’m not sure about that!
4.　have second thoughts 考え直す
	There are so many great painters out there. That’s why I’m having second thoughts about joining the painting competition.
5.　get the knack of (something) ～のコツを取得する
	Your techniques are exceptional. You’ve got the knack of surrealism painting.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. phenomenal
Answer:
2. What have you got to lose?
Answer:
3. I’m not sure about that!
Answer:
4. have second thoughts
Answer:
5. get the knack of (something)
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

So, what do you think of my painting?

Wow, Ron, anyone will tell you that this is phenomenal.

Whoa, I’m not sure about that! I’m just a beginner.

I know, but you’ve really got the knack of painting natural sceneries such
as this.

You really think so? I’m actually having second thoughts.

Why don’t you show this to our art teacher? I’m sure she can give a
comprehensive feedback on your style.

That’s a good idea. I’ll make sure to show her tomorrow.

That’s it. Just keep on trying and asking for feedback. You’re young and
talented. After all, what have you got to lose?

I appreciate it, Emma. I really should explore other painting styles as well.

I’ll support you all the way!

PART C_1

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART C_2

PART D_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

PART D_2

1.	A: Even if you don’t win the art competition, I’m sure you’ll learn a lot from it. What _____________? B: You’re right, there’s no reason for me not to join.
2.	A: What do you think of my sculpture? B: It’s __________! I think you have a lot of potential.
3.	A: I think the artwork on display is overpriced. B: I’m __________________!
4.	A: I’ve been observing you for a while, and I can tell you’ve ______________ freestyle art. B: Do you mean it?
5.	A: Have you decided which artwork to bid on? B: Actually, I’m still having __________________.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are talking to a classmate about his/her painting. Please tell her the things you like and the things that can still be improved. Your tutor will pretend to be your classmate.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

YE_CCT_NEWS_1

2021年4月30日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

自己紹介をしましょう。

PART A_2

My name is ________________. What is your name?

PART A_3

I am ________________. Nice to meet you.

PART A_4

Nice to meet you too, ________________. How is the weather today in your area?

PART A_5

________________________________. How about you?

PART A_6

________________________________. Let’s begin our lesson!

PART B_1

We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.

単語を音読します。講師に続いて読みましょう。講師は発音を確認します。

(Please send the mispronounced words and phrases to your student.)

PART B_2

1.	disinformation
	故意の誤報、デマ
2.	combat
	（悪事などを）なくそうとする
3.	apply A to B
	AをBに当てはめる
4.	disrupt
	混乱させる、乱す
5.	detect
	（悪事などを）見抜く

PART B_3

Now, let’s review some words from part B_2.

ではいくつかの単語を復習してみましょう。

(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part B_2.)

PART B_4

PART C_1

We will read aloud the passage below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.

文章を音読します。講師に続いて読みましょう。講師は発音を確認します。

(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART C_2

Deeply Disturbing

Nowadays, it is easy to be fooled by disinformation and deepfake videos because of AI advancements. But the US government has begun combating this social media-deception, taking it as a matter of national security.

University of Washington’s researchers took Obama’s speaking and altered a video to make it seem like he said the same thing but at a different time and place. A different altered video also surfaced when researchers from Stanford University transferred the head position, expression, and eye gaze of the man and applied them to the woman. These are called deepfake: edited videos that look real and are difficult to tell if they are fake or not. In the deepfake Obama video, his lips were digitally altered, with Jordan Peele providing the voice. Such videos are perfectly able to confuse, disrupt, and intensify anger in any aspect from business to foreign policy to politics.

In the years following the 2016 election campaign, many other fakes were shared all over the internet, such as photos of Hilary Clinton and Donald Trump stirring anger and provoking one side or the other. Detecting fakes like these is what SRI and the government’s Defense Advanced Research Agency do. They use artificial intelligence to teach computers how to detect fakes and be one step ahead of deepfake technology.

PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and expressions from part C_2.

ではいくつかの単語を復習してみましょう。

(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part C_2.)

PART C_4

PART D_1

I will ask the following questions. Please answer based on the passage. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

講師が質問するので音読した文章の内容に沿って答えましょう。講師は文法と完全な文章であるかを確認します。

(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART D_2

1.	What are deepfake videos?
Answer:
2.	What can deepfake videos do?
Answer:
3.	Whose voice was used for the Obama video?
Answer:
4.	What is the US government attempting to do about deepfakes?
Answer:

PART D_3

Now, let’s review your answers.

では、あなたの答えを復習してみましょう。

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART D_4

PART E_1

Now, you will make sentences by using the words you learned.

習った単語を使って文章を作りましょう。

(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART E_2

disinformation

combat

apply A to B

disrupt

detect

1.	The US government will continue to use advanced technology to __________ the spread of deepfakes.
2.	They took the facial expressions of this man and __________ to another man.
3.	Programming computers to __________ deepfake technology is hard work but much needed.
4.	A lot of __________ about Obama were spread in the internet.
5.	Fake information can potentially __________ relationships among countries.

PART E_3

Now, let’s review your answers.

では、あなたの答えを復習してみましょう。その後、修正したあなたの答えを読んでみましょう。

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART E_4

PART F_1

Please answer the following question.
Give at least one reason to support your opinion. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

講師が質問しますので答えましょう。少なくとも１つの理由を述べましょう。講師は文法と完全な文章であるかを確認します。

PART F_2

1.	How can we avoid being fooled by fake information on the internet?
Answer:
	Because

2.	What must we do if we see or detect disinformation on the internet?
Answer:
	Because

PART F_3

Now, let’s review your answer.

では、あなたの答えを復習してみましょう。その後、修正したあなたの答えを読んでみましょう。

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART F_4

PART F_5

Now, let’s answer the following questions. Your answer should start with “Yes/No”.
Give at least one reason to support your opinion. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

講師が質問しますので答えましょう。回答は”Yes/No”から始め、少なくとも１つの理由を述べましょう。
講師は文法と完全な文章であるかを確認します。

PART F_6

1.	Do you think sharing information online provides more harm than knowledge?
Answer:	(Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.)
	Because
2.	Do you think the internet can improve a person’s lifestyle?
Answer:	(Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.)
	Because

PART F_7

Now, let’s review your answers.

では、あなたの答えを復習してみましょう。その後、修正したあなたの答えを読んでみましょう。

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART F_8

PART G_1

Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.

フリートークをしましょう。

(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

PART G_2

What sites do you usually visit or access on the internet?
Which do you prefer, ebooks (digital books) or physical books?

PART G_3

External Exam｜外部試験対策
University Advanced Level 9｜大学上級レベル 9

2021年4月30日 weblio PH

PART A_1

First, please choose a topic below. Then, please express your opinion about the topic by following the format below. You have one minute to prepare.

PART A_2

Topic:
1.	Agree/Disagree: Empathy is important in the workplace.
2.	Does being obese affect a person’s mental health?
Answer:	I have chosen the (first/second) topic,
	(I agree / I disagree) with
	First,
	For example,
	Secondly,
	What if
	To solve these issues,

PART A_3

Now, let’s review your answer. Then, please read it aloud.

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)

PART A_4

PART A_5

I will ask you two questions about your speech. Please answer.

PART A_6

1.	You said that	.
	Could you explain it more?
Answer:
2.	To solve that, you said	.
	Could you give me an example of a problem it may cause?
Answer:

PART A_7

Now, let’s review your answers. Then, please read them aloud.

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)

PART A_8

PART B_1

This time, please choose the other topic below. Then, please express your opinion about the topic by following the format below. You have one minute to prepare.

PART B_2

Topic:
1.	Agree/Disagree: Empathy is important in the workplace.
2.	Does being obese affect a person’s mental health?
Answer:	I have chosen the (first/second) topic,
	(I agree / I disagree) with
	First,
	For example,
	Secondly,
	What if
	To solve these issues,

PART B_3

Now, let’s review your answer. Then, please read it aloud.

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)

PART B_4

PART B_5

I will ask you two questions about your speech. Please answer.

PART B_6

1.	You said that	.
	Could you explain it more?
Answer:
2.	To solve that, you said	.
	Could you give me an example of a problem it may cause?
Answer:

PART B_7

Now, let’s review your answers. Then, please read them aloud.

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)

PART B_8

PART C_1

You will answer the questions based on the data below. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART C_2

You are looking at a hospital bulletin board. Look at the infographics and answer the following questions.

1.	What percentage of people get the recommended amount of physical activity?
Answer:
2.	Could an hour of walking every day be good for your health?
Answer:

PART C_3

Now, let’s review your answers.

(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)

PART C_4

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

(Please give short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

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