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Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson92: New Forms of Art

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. dynamic 力強い、行動的な、動的な
  Our world is very dynamic considering the modern technologies that we have.
2. exquisite この上なく素晴らしい、優れた
  This artwork is so exquisite.
3. resourceful よく気のつく、才覚がある
  She is a very resourceful student.
4. a piece of cake 朝飯前
  You can do this task! It’s just a piece of cake.
5. think outside the box 頭を柔らかくして考える
  You have to think outside the box to solve this problem.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. dynamic 
Answer:
2. exquisite 
Answer:
3. resourceful 
Answer:
4. a piece of cake 
Answer:
5. think outside the box 
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! Are you interested in different forms of art?
Hello, Ron. Although I do not have artistic skills, I am very interested
in various art forms.

Which do you prefer, the traditional or the new forms of art?
Well, the field of art is very dynamic. I appreciate both traditional
and new forms of art.

I agree! I have a friend who is very good at digital arts.
Wow, that sounds interesting! What technology does he use in his artworks?

He creates exquisite portraits through his tablet or laptop by using various digital art software.
That’s nice. Some people might think that digital art is just
a piece of cake, but it is not!

I agree. Digital art is very complex and I commend my friend for being resourceful.
Art is evolving especially now that we have modern technologies.

Yes, and artists should always think outside the box to create more innovative art forms!
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 am not familiar with these new gadgets that other students are using.
B: Well, technology is very _________ and there is always new stuff coming out every year!
2. A: What can you say about the antique vase that we saw in the museum?
B: It was so ____________! I wonder how they did that!
3. A: The manager of the office doesn’t seem to have any problems at all despite so many challenges at work.
B: She is a very ________ manager and I think she will be promoted this year.
4. A: I don’t know how to bake cookies. Can you teach me?
B: It’s just ___________! You can watch tutorials on the internet.
5. A: No matter how I try, I still cannot solve this puzzle.
B: You have to _______________ and explore other ways to solve 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
Your grandmother is not familiar with digital art. Share with her how can an artwork be done using digital technologies.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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)
Lesson89: School Lunches

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. tasteless 味のない、趣味のない、無味乾燥な
She forgot to put salt in the dish she was cooking so it turned out tasteless.
2. bundle 束、包み、大金
She helped the evacuees and gave them a bundle of cash to start again with their lives.
3. crave しきりに欲しがる,必要とする
When I crave chicken, I order from a restaurant even during the wee hours.
4. cost an arm and a leg たいへんな金がかかる
The diamond earring she bought costs an arm and a leg.
5. on cloud nine とても嬉しい、有頂天
Upon knowing that I am a candidate for graduation, I felt like I was on cloud nine.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. tasteless
Answer:
2. bundle
Answer:
3. crave
Answer:
4. cost an arm and a leg
Answer:
5. on cloud nine
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

Emma, we are going to eat at the school cafeteria, would you like to come?
Thank you for inviting me, Ron. I would like to come, I will just bring
my packed lunch with me.

Really? Do you have a packed lunch? That’s amazing. How I wish I have packed lunch as well.
Yes, every morning my mother prepares my lunch for school. What do you
usually buy from the cafeteria?

Most days, I just buy onigiri. I seldom try other food because I am afraid that they will be too tasteless for me.
I see. If you want, we can share my packed lunch. It is really a relief
for me that we are now allowed to bring food from our homes.

Yes, I think so too. How do you decide what food you will bring for lunch?
Usually, my mother is the one who decides on it. But some days,
I crave some food and my mom prepares it for me.

What do you have for lunch today?
Today, my lunch includes udon and gyudon beef bowl. We also have
a bundle of celery at home so my mom decided that I bring some.

It is really good that you have a packed lunch as some of the food in the cafeteria cost an arm and a leg.
I agree. Also, when my mother cooks my favorite food, I feel like
I’m on cloud nine.

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: Why are you not touching your food?
B: I’m sorry but I find it to be a bit ____________.
2. A: Why are you buying a lot of that?
B: It is less expensive to buy this in ___________.
3. A: Do you want to eat something?
B: Yes, I am actually ___________ tonkatsu.
4. A: I wanted to buy that branded bag I saw last week but my mom did not allow me.
B: Well, it is understandable as that bag costs _________________.
5. A: You seem to be ______________ today, what happened?
B: My supervisor told me that I am getting promoted.
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 just got home from school. Tell your mom what you had for lunch. You may also tell her what you liked about your food.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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)
Lesson90: Robots and AI

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. confine 限る、制限する、閉じ込める
  The virus must be confined within the area.
2. core 芯、核心
  The core of the office issue is the management’s failure to heed the worker’s demands.
3. venture 投機的企業、ベンチャー
  The company ventured into the clothing business in order to expand its reach.
4. cut corners 手を抜く
  If we want to ace this research, no one should cut corners.
5. go back to the drawing board 計画の振り出しに戻る、最初から練り直す
  If we commit even just one miscalculation, all of us will have to go back to the drawing board.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. confine 
Answer:
2. core 
Answer:
3. venture 
Answer:
4. cut corners 
Answer:
5. go back to the drawing board 
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

Have you seen the prototype robot stored in the engineering department?
Yes, I have. How does that robot function?

I am not super sure as to the specifics but the core idea of it is to reduce manpower and to increase productivity.
Really? I think it is good that the company is trying to venture into such.

I think so, too. I really think the robot will be able to increase efficiency here in the plant.
However, they should also be cautious as to the operation and
testing of that prototype as we are still confined with the data
available from other scientific institutes.

I agree. I heard that the team is really working hard in conducting the tests as they want its operation to run smoothly.
If that is the goal, no one should cut corners.

The robot will be really advantageous to the company and us employees as long as it will operate as planned by the management.
I agree with what you just said. Everyone in the team should really
be careful in doing their parts in order to avoid any major problems
with the robot.

Yes. If that happens, they will have to go back to the drawing board and it may even defeat the purpose which the robot is trying to achieve.
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 am worried about the current Covid situation in the community.
B: Yes, let’s just hope that the authorities will be able to _________ it within the community.
2. A: How do you think we can resolve this issue?
B: If we really want this to be resolved, the _______ of it must be addressed.
3. A: I want to expand my clothing business in order to cater to other people’s wants.
B: Maybe you should ___________ into shoe business which can be stationed in the same shop.
4. A: Why was she fired from work?
B: The boss fired her because she __________ and it was unjustifiable.
5. A: What are we going to do if this plan of us did not work?
B: We have no choice but to _______________________.
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
Your company is planning to acquire a robot which will serve as the receptionist in the office lobby. Your friend is doubtful as to the consequences of having a robot. Try to give her the benefits which the robot may give to the company.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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.

Advanced course_Functional Expression course 19

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

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, ________________. What country do you want to visit someday?

PART A_5

________________________________. How about you?

PART A_6

________________________________. Let’s begin our lesson!

PART B_1

We will read aloud the phrases below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and phrases to your student.)

PART B_2

1.
Is it possible to…?
2.
Is there any possibility of ~doing?
3.
Is there any chance…?
4.
What are the chances of ~doing?

PART B_3

Now, let’s review some words from part B_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part B_2.)

PART B_4

PART C_1

Now, you will rearrange the words to make sentences using the phrases you learned.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART C_2

( possible / it / to / Is ) walk to the nearest station from here?
.
( of / there / any / possibility / Is ) our baseball team winning the final game?
.
( any / Is / there / chance ) we’ll catch the next train?
.
( What / us / are / of / the chances ) getting the concert’s ticket?
.

PART C_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(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 C_4

PART D_1

We will read aloud the dialogues below. After reading them once, we will switch roles. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART D_2

A: Is it possible to see Mount Fuji from here?
B: Yes, it is possible but today it’s cloudy so we can’t see it. When you come back on a clear sunny day, you can probably see the whole picture.
A: Really? That’s incredible. You chose a good apartment.
PART D_3

A: Is there any possibility of Fujisan erupting in the next few years?
B: I think the possibility is extremely low.
A: It would be a terrible disaster if it does.
PART D_4

A: Is there any chance we’ll win the big game next week?
B: We have a great chance! Don’t you remember how much we’ve practiced?
A: Yeah, I know we’ve practiced a lot but still, I’m a bit unsure.
B: You have to have some confidence. I think we will win.
PART D_5

A: What are the chances of us meeting like this! It’s unbelievable!
B: Wow, Barbara! How many years has it been?
A: Since junior high, I guess. You haven’t changed a bit.
B: You haven’t changed much yourself.
PART D_6

Now, let’s review some words and expressions.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions.)

PART D_7

PART E_1

We will read aloud the dialogues below. You will complete the sentences by filling in the blanks.

PART E_2

A: Is it _____________ see Mount Fuji from here?
B: Yes, it is possible but today it’s cloudy so we can’t see it. When you come back on a clear sunny day, you can probably see the whole picture.
A: Really? That’s incredible. You chose a good apartment.
PART E_3

A: ________ any __________ of Fujisan erupting in the next few years?
B: I think the possibility is extremely low.
A: It would be a terrible disaster if it does.
PART E_4

A: ________________ chance we’ll win the big game next week?
B: We have a great chance! Don’t you remember how much we’ve practiced?
A: Yeah, I know we’ve practiced a lot but still, I’m a bit unsure.
B: You have to have some confidence. I think we will win.
PART E_5

A: What ________________ us meeting like this! It’s unbelievable!
B: Wow, Barbara! How many years has it been?
A: Since junior high, I guess. You haven’t changed a bit.
B: You haven’t changed much yourself.
PART E_6

Now, let’s review some words and expressions.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions.)

PART E_7

PART F_1

Please look at the pictures below. You will make a dialogue based on the following situations by using the words you have learned.
You have 30 seconds to prepare before you answer.

PART F_2

Situation 1: You want to study abroad after high school. You will ask your parents if it is possible for you to study abroad.
(Your tutor will pretend to be your parent.)
.
PART F_3

Situation 2: You and your friends are discussing what to do this fall season. You ask them if it is possible to go hiking.
(Your tutor will pretend to be one of your friends.)
.
PART F_4

Now, let’s review your answers.
(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_5

PART G_1

Let’s do a role play with the given situations. You should use the phrases below during the conversation.

PART G_2

Situation 1: You heard on the weather forecast that a typhoon is coming tomorrow. You ask your friend if school will be closed tomorrow.

(Your tutor will pretend to be your friend.)
Phrases to use: – Is it possible…
– Is there a good chance that…
PART G_3

Situation 2: Your school’s soccer team will play in the area finals soon. Discuss with your classmates if they will win the game and advance to the national championships.

(Your tutor will pretend to be your classmate.)
Phrases to use: – Is there any possibility of…
– What are the chances of…
PART G_4

Situation 3: Your birthday is coming soon. Ask your parents if they will buy you a new smartphone.

(Your tutor will pretend to be your parent.)
Phrases to use: – Is it possible to…
– Is there a chance that…
PART H_1

Let’s do a free talk about the following topic. If possible, please try to use the phrases that you learned today.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

PART H_2

What major are you planning to take at the university? Please tell me more about it.

PART H_3

PART I_1

Now, I will give you some advice to have a better conversation.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the better expression or phrases. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)

PART I_2

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson91: Nightlife

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. mingle 混ざる、人と話をする
  Nightclubs and bars are places where people usually mingle with each other.
2. adverse 逆らう、反対の、不利な
  Drinking too much alcohol has adverse effects on our health.
3. alcoholic アルコール入りの、アルコール中毒の
  There is a big difference between a person who drinks occasionally and an alcoholic.
4. once in a blue moon ごくまれに、めったに…ない
  There are events and opportunities that only happen once in a blue moon.
5. recharge one’s batteries 充電する、英気を養う
  It is exhausting to work all the time, we need to recharge our batteries every now and then.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. mingle 
Answer:
2. adverse 
Answer:
3. alcoholic 
Answer:
4. once in a blue moon 
Answer:
5. recharge one’s batteries 
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, how do you find the nightlife here in the city?
Hello, Ron! On weekends, I go to bars or nightclubs around the area.

Do you drink alcohol?
Yes, but I only drink occasionally. I just want to have fun and mingle
with other people.

Oh, I see. I only drink once in a blue moon.
As for me, I just want to recharge my batteries after long days of work.

That’s nice to hear. I know someone who is an alcoholic and I really feel bad for him.
Everyone should be aware that drinking too much alcohol has adverse
effects on our health.

Yes, but sometimes, people who have so many problems and resort to drinking alcohol hoping that they will feel better.
I agree. That’s why there should be programs that will help these people
to address their drinking problems.

Yes, and there should be a community where people can inspire and help each other to be sober.
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 am shy and very reserved when I am surrounded by strangers.
B: Just try to start small talk and eventually you will be able to _______ with other people.
2. A: Do you think the government should prohibit the illegal cutting of so many trees?
B: Yes. We should realize that the loss of our trees has _______ impacts on our environment.
3. A: Our neighbor has been drinking alcohol for several months now.
B: I think he is an ________ and maybe we can help him in seeking professional help.
4. A: I heard that there will be a solar eclipse tomorrow.
B: I am excited to witness it! It only happens _________.
5. A: I think our friend is very tired from studying every day.
B: Maybe we can ask her to go shopping so that we can _______________.
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
A friend of yours is new to the city. Share with him/her stories of your nightlife experience.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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)
Lesson93: Museum Admission

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. plethora 過多、過度の
  The library that I went to had a plethora of books and magazines.
2. interpretation 解釈、説明
  We may disagree on something because we have different interpretations about it.
3. retain 保つ、保持する、維持する
  I wonder how museums retain many paintings and artworks.
4. judge the book by its cover 外見で中身を判断する
  This painting looks odd but we should not judge the book by its cover.
5. cost a fortune 莫大な金がかかる
  At auctions, rare paintings and artifacts cost a fortune.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. plethora 
Answer:
2. interpretation 
Answer:
3. retain 
Answer:
4. judge the book by its cover 
Answer:
5. cost a fortune 
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

Have you been to any museum, Emma?
Yes, Ron. We visited a museum for our field trip last month.

That’s nice! What kind of museum was it?
It was the museum of fine arts. It has a plethora of paintings!

I love paintings! What I like the most about them is that people can have different interpretations of what the painting means.
Yes! In the museum that we visited, there was a huge painting
on the wall that really amazed us.

That’s interesting. I wonder how museums retain so many paintings and some of them are really huge.
Aside from the huge ones, I also enjoyed the abstract paintings,
but some of my friends found them strange.

While abstract paintings may not be easily understood, we should not judge the book by its cover.
I agree. Abstract paintings have their message and meaning
that we might not immediately understand.

For sure, painters also exerted so much effort in creating those artworks.
Of course! I also heard that some abstract paintings cost a fortune at auctions!

Yes, especially those rare ones.
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: Why can’t you choose a book that you want?
B: There are a __________ of options and I cannot immediately decide.
2. A: Why did we have different answers even if we were asked the same question?
B: Maybe you had a different __________ of the question.
3. A: She does not seem to be nervous.
B: That’s because she was able to _______ her composure.
4. A: She doesn’t seem to be prepared with her presentation.
B: Let’s just wait for it. We should ____________
5. A: I really want to buy this bag for my birthday.
B: Maybe we should find another one, that bag ___________.
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 just visited a museum yesterday. Share to the class what you liked the most about the museum visit.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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)
Lesson94: Uniforms and Dress Codes

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. urge 駆り立てる、追い立てる
  Our professor urged us to always abide by the school rules.
2. sanction 制裁
  If we do not follow the law, we will have to face tough sanctions.
3. reform 改正する、改革する
  If the rules are not reasonable, we should ask the officials to reform them.
4. caught red-handed 現行犯で捕まる
  I was caught red-handed by my teacher when I fell asleep in class.
5. cut someone some slack (人)に猶予を与える、(人)に息抜きをさせてやる
  Since it was his first time to be late in class, the teacher cut him some slack.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. urge 
Answer:
2. sanction 
Answer:
3. reform 
Answer:
4. caught red handed 
Answer:
5. cut someone some slack 
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

Hello, Emma! Are there dress codes in the university you are currently in?
Hi, Ron! We do not have dress codes anymore.

You can wear anything you want when you go to school?
Yes, but they urge us to wear decent clothes that are not too revealing.

Oh, I see. In our university, we are required to wear our school uniforms.
Really? Are there sanctions if you do not abide by the uniform policy?

Yes. I was caught red-handed when I went to school wearing a plain shirt, pants, and sneakers.
What happened?

Since it was the first week of classes, they cut me some slack and I was not apprehended.
That was close! However, I really think that universities should reform
uniform policies and dress codes.

I agree. In high school, we have already learned the importance of following such rules and policies.
Yes. We are not kids anymore! We should be allowed to wear clothes
that are comfortable for 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: Why did you sleep in class knowing that it was prohibited?
B: I just can’t resist the _______ to sleep.
2. A: What will happen if you come in late for class?
B: The teacher will impose __________.
3. A: The rules and regulations that the school impose are very problematic.
B: I agree. Now is the time to _______ these policies.
4. A: Why was he called to the principal’s office?
B: He was __________ loitering around the campus during class hours.
5. A: I am angry at her for not following the instructions.
B: Please __________, she is new to our class.
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 the president of the class. Explain to your classmates the uniform and dress code of the school.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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)
Lesson96: Paradigm Shifts

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. unprecedented 先例のない、空前の
  The alarming crime rate is unprecedented.
2. deleterious 有害な、有毒な
  The air pollution in the city has deleterious impacts on our health.
3. consensus 一致、総意、コンセンサス
  There is a consensus among scientists that climate change is real.
4. snowball effect 雪だるま効果
  His simple mistake created a snowball effect that really affected the company.
5. hit the books 猛烈に勉強する
  We have to hit the books for our upcoming examination next week.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. unprecedented 
Answer:
2. deleterious 
Answer:
3. consensus 
Answer:
4. snowball effect 
Answer:
5. hit the books 
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

This global pandemic is really unprecedented.
I agree. No one expected the scale of the impact of this pandemic.

Unfortunately, this public health crisis had a snowball effect that affected the whole world.
This is really frustrating. This crisis also poses deleteriouseffects
to the economy, public health, and education.

I think there is a global consensus that our way of life has been changed so much.
I agree with that.

As a student, I think there has been a paradigm shift in our education.
I agree. Now that we cannot go out yet, the way we study has been
greatly changed.

Contrary to our traditional education where we study in classrooms, we can now learn from our homes.
Yes. This remote learning setup enables us to hit the books despite our
distance from each other.

I agree. Our modern technologies have really helped us to cope during these trying times.
I hope that this pandemic ends soon so we can return to our normal lives.

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: The huge number of plastics and trash in our oceans is really alarming,
B: I agree. The scale of marine pollutions is ____________.
2. A: The world should be serious about addressing global warming.
B: I agree. This problem has __________ impacts on our environment.
3. A: Our leaders have different opinions on the issue.
B: Yes, but they have to reach a ________ on that matter.
4. A: You should be careful with what you are doing.
B: I know. I am aware that my decision may have a __________ that will impact all of us.
5. A: Do you have plans for tonight?
B: I am going to __________ for my examination tomorrow.
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 tasked to report about Heliocentrism and Geocentrism. Talk about their differences with your tutor.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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)
Lesson25: Stress and Insomnia

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. keep someone awake at night (人)を夜寝られなくする
  I’ve got so many things to do with so little time. And it’s been keeping me awake at night.
2. look on the bright side 物事の明るい面を見る、いい方に考える
  When I’m in trouble, I choose to look on the bright side to keep a positive state of mind.
3. up to a point ある程度まで
  I agree up to a point, but I think sleeping pills aren’t necessary in order to cure insomnia.
4. Add fuel to the fire 火に油を注ぐ
  If you have insomnia, then you better quit drinking coffee. You’re just going to add fuel to the fire.
5. I’m all ears しっかり聞いている、ぜひ聞きたい
  Do you need someone to listen? I’m all ears.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. keep someone awake at night 
Answer:
2. look on the bright side 
Answer:
3. up to a point 
Answer:
4. Add fuel to the fire 
Answer:
5. I’m all ears 
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. Do you have a moment? Something is bothering me, and it’s keeping me awake at night.
What is it, Ron? I’m all ears.

I have a presentation in a few weeks. But, I haven’t finalized anything. I keep going back to where I started. It feels like I’ve run out of good ideas.
Oh, I see. You must be having a tough time. Well, I think that you
shouldn’t force yourself. If you think about it with an open mind, I’m sure
fresh ideas will come to you naturally.

You’re right. But I have limited time, Emma. I need to think fast and even work on it until late so that I can finish it as quickly as possible.
Oh, no. Depriving yourself of a good night sleep will only add fuel to the
fire. Your brain needs to refresh, and that’s how you get new ideas.

I don’t know what to do now. I’m just so frustrated right now.
Just look on the bright side, Ron. It’ll turn out just fine. You don’t stress
yourself so much about it.

But this presentation has a lot of impact on my grades. Just thinking about it stresses me already.
I agree up to a point, but the purpose of that presentation is for us to
learn new skills, right? Take it easy, and enjoy the learning process!

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 can’t believe my school club rejected my proposal for the culture festival.
B: Just look __________________. You’re going to learn to be more creative as you come up with better proposals, right?
2. A: I swear my workload has been ___________________.
B: That’s not healthy. Perhaps, a cup of tea will help?
3. A: Do you agree that students shouldn’t be given homework?
B: I agree ______________, but I think students should be prompted to continue learning even outside school hours.
4. A: Skipping meals will only ____________________.
B: I know, but I have deadlines to meet by the end of the week.
5. A: I really need someone to talk to right now.
B: Sure, I’m __________________.
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 what keeps you up all night lately. Explain the cause of your stress, and ask for advice on how to overcome your insomnia. 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.
(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)
Lesson24: Staying Healthy

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. It’s no secret that… ~はよく知られている
  It’s no secret that carrots are good for the eyes.
2. couldn’t be happier これ以上の幸せはない
  She looks fit now, and she couldn’t be happier about it.
3. keep it up がんばる、がんばり続ける
  You’ve been working out consistently. Keep it up!
4. slip one’s mind 忘れる
  I downloaded an app to effectively schedule my workout. This way, exercising will not slip my mind.
5. pig out 食べすぎる、大食いする
  I’m mindful with what I eat now, so pigging out is now a thing of the past.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. It’s no secret that… 
Answer:
2. couldn’t be happier 
Answer:
3. keep it up 
Answer:
4. slip one’s mind 
Answer:
5. pig out 
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

Good morning, Emma! Are you here to jog?
Oh, Hi, Ron! Yes, I jog here every morning. Nice to see you here.

Yeah. It’s been a while since I last went out for a jog. It’s early in the morning, yet you are already full of energy. How do you do that?
Well, jogging in the morning has become a habit for me. Also, it’s no
secret that a healthy diet gives us more energy. By the way, it’s good
that you’re back on track. Keep it up!

Thanks, Emma. Well, I guess I have to add jogging to my daily to-do list so that it won’t slip my mind.
Way to go! I couldn’t be happier that both of us are working toward a
healthy lifestyle.

I guess pigging out on pizza is now a thing of the past.
You’re right. Low carbohydrates and plant-based food items are a better
option if we want to stay fit and avoid any illnesses.

And we should drink plenty of water too.
Which reminds me… Oh no, I forgot to bring my water bottle.

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: They ___________________ that their son is now eating vegetables.
B: Well, making your children eat vegetables is no easy feat!
2. A: Hey, wake up! We’re going to attend a yoga class at 5 a.m., remember?
B: Oh, no! Sorry, it ________________.
3. A: I miss ____________ on desserts.
B: Well, you can still have a little sweets occasionally.
4. A: Just finished a 10-kilometer bike ride.
B: Wow! Keep ________________.
5. A: It’s _______________ that a sedentary lifestyle will gradually make us sick.
B: You’re right. We better get up and stop being couch potatoes.
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 about your fitness routine with your friend. Tell him/her your fitness goals. Then, share with him/her the exercises you do, when and where you work out. 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.
(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.