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Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson50: Planning a Birthday Party

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. lavish 物惜しみしない、気前のよい
  They have a lavish lifestyle. They always throw parties at their mansion.
2. keep mum 物を言わない、黙りこくる
  We have to keep mum about her secret to avoid it from spreading.
3. all night long 一晩中
  Carl has been working so hard as a student. He studies all night long.
4. with mouth agape 口を大きく開けて
  We stood watching the fireworks with our mouths agape. They were too beautiful that we didn’t have words.
5. life of the party 盛り上げ役
  Taylor was the life of the party. Her energy made everyone dance and sing loudly.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. lavish 
Answer:
2. keep mum 
Answer:
3. all night long 
Answer:
4. with mouth agape  
Answer:
5. life of the party 
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!
Hi, Ron! What is up?

I came here to ask for your help.
What is it about?

It is my bestfriend’s birthday next week and I can’t think of a way to surprise her. Do you think you can help me?
Sure! I have the perfect idea! What if we throw her a lavish surpise party
with all of her family and friends?

Sounds like a great idea!
It is important to keep mum in order for this surprise to be a success.
She must not get a clue of our plan.

Absolutely!
The party must be so amazing that she will be left with her mouth agape!

I can’t wait for her reaction. I’ll invite her cousins, too. They will be the life of the party!
Alright, I think we’re all set. Let’s go and prepare.

Okay!
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: What is your ideal wedding?
B: My ideal wedding is one with ________________ decorations and gimmicks.
2. A: What was your daughter’s reaction when she saw a giraffe for the first time?
B: She sat with her _________. She was so surprised!
3. A: Please ___________ about what we talked about.
B: Certainly. Your secret is safe with me.
4. A: You have been working on your project ________________. Go take some rest.
B: This project is important and I have to finish it now. I’ll rest later.
5. A: The party started to become boring when Alex left.
B: I agree, he was the ________________.
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
For your grandparents’ anniversary, you and your siblings have planned a surprise party. Discuss how your preparations are going with your tutor, who will pretend to be your sibling.
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.

External Exam|外部試験対策
High school advanced level 1| 高校3年生レベル 1

PART A_1
You will read aloud the passage. Please make sure to start from the title.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART A_2
Food deliveries
Nowadays, many people prefer to have their food delivered. Most teenagers and young adults order food online through a mobile phone application or website. When people are busy, they do not have time to cook for themselves or go out so they use food delivery apps instead. People use such apps and by doing so, they can have their food delivered without having to cook.
PART A_3
I will ask you a question. Please answer based on the passage.
Your answer should start with “By…”
PART A_4
Question: According to the passage, how do people have their food delivered without having to cook?
Answer: By .
PART A_5
Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
ANSWER
By using food delivery apps, people can have their food delivered without having to cook.
PART A_6
PART B_1
Please look at the pictures below. Then, please answer the questions based on the pictures.
PART B_2

1. In the first picture, what did the girl say to the boy?
Answer:
2. In the second picture, what was the boy thinking?
Answer:
3. In the third picture, what was the girl doing?
Answer:
4. In the third picture, what was the boy thinking?
Answer:
PART B_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART B_4
PART B_5
Now, you will connect each sentence to tell a story.
Your story should start with
One day, Aki was talking to Hiro about ordering pizza.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART B_6

One day, Aki was talking to Hiro about ordering pizza.
.
Later that day, .
.
30 minutes later, .
.
PART B_7
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART B_8
PART C_1
Express your opinions on the following topics. You will be asked to give two answers. Your first answer should start with “I agree”. Your second answer should start with “I disagree”.
Now, please give your first answer starting with “I agree.” Give at least one reason to support your opinion and answer in two sentences.
PART C_2
Some people say that food ordered online may not be good for the health.
What do you think about that?
I agree.
PART C_3
Now, let’s review your answer.
(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 C_5
Now, try to express your opinion in the opposite situation. Give at least one reason to support your opinion. You should start with “I disagree.” and answer in two sentences.
PART C_6
Some people say that food ordered online may not be good for the health.
What do you think about that?
I disagree.
PART C_7
Now, let’s review your answer.
(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_8
PART D_1
Express your opinions on the following topics. You will be asked to give two answers. Your first answer should start with “Yes”. Your second answer should start with “No”.
Now, please give your first answer starting with “Yes”. Give at least one reason to support your opinion, and answer in two sentences.
PART D_2
These days, many students prefer to study abroad to study English.
Do you think this idea is effective?
Yes.
PART D_3
Now, let’s review your answer.
(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 D_5
“Now, try to express your opinion in the opposite situation. Give at least one reason to support your opinion.
You should start with “I disagree.” and answer in two sentences.”
PART D_6
These days, many students prefer to study abroad to study English.
Do you think this idea is effective?
No.
PART E_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 E_2
You ordered food online from a delivery app. Look at the information and answer the questions.

1. How much does a 6-piece box of karaage cost?
Answer:
2. What is the delivery time of your order?
Answer:
PART E_3
Now, let’s review your answers. After that, please read aloud your corrected 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 E_4
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)
Lesson49: Good Manners

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. pardon me すみません、恐れ入りますが
  Pardon me, but can you please repeat what you just said?
2. delighted to make your acquaintance あなたと知り合えて嬉しいです
  My mother forgot to tell you that she was delighted to make your acquaintance. She wants to see you again!
3. courteous 礼儀正しく思いやりのある、丁重な
  The young lady was quite courteous and never spoke badly of anyone.
4. trustworthy 信頼できる、当てになる
  I’m happy to have such a trustworthy friend. I can always rely on her for support.
5. mindful 忘れないで、注意して
  Please be mindful of your words when speaking to someone older than you.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. pardon me 
Answer:
2. delighted to make your acquaintance 
Answer:
3. courteous 
Answer:
4. trustworthy 
Answer:
5. mindful 
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! Good morning!
Oh pardon me, I don’t think we’ve met before.

My name is Ron. I live just across the street. I came to welcome you into the neighborhood.
That’s very nice of you. I’m Emma, by the way. Delighted to make
your acquaintance.

Same here. How are you settling in?
Oh, very well actually. I’m almost done unpacking my stuff.
Anything I need to keep in mind about my new neighborhood?

Oh, everyone here is courteous and trustworthy. Just be careful not to make so much noise as we have a lot of elderly.
Of course. Anything else?

Be mindful of your speed limit when driving as we are near a school zone. I think that’s it. If you need help, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Right! Thanks a lot.

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: __________, does this train go to Riverside?
B: Yes, it does.
2. A: You should be_______of your actions. You might hurt someone.
B: Okay, I promise.
3. A: Why did you give the hotel a five-star review?
B: The staff greeted and helped me a lot. They were very__________.
4. A: My brother is consistent in everything he says and does.
B: I agree. He is a _________person.
5. A: You must be Mr. Kent. I am_______________.
B: And you too.
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 new neighbor just arrived in your village. Welcome him in a courteous way. Your tutor will act as the neighbor.
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)
Lesson48: Hot Summer

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. scorching 猛烈に暑い
  I can’t drink my coffee yet; It’s scorching!
2. irritable 怒りっぽい、短気な
  I suggest you avoid talking to me when I’m irritable if you don’t want to see me get mad.
3. beat the heat 暑さをしのぐ
  I try to beat the heat by drinking ice cold drinks.
4. sweat like a pig 汗をびっしょりかく
  The athletes always sweat like a pig after their practice.
5. unwind 解く、巻き戻す
  She was stressed so I invited her to unwind at the beach.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. scorching 
Answer:
2. irritable 
Answer:
3. beat the heat 
Answer:
4. sweat like a pig 
Answer:
5. unwind 
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 there, Emma!
Nice to see you today, Ron! How are you?

Not really good. It’s scorching hot and I feel so irritable as I sweat like a pig. According to the news, today is the hottest day of the year!
They got that right! Today’s weather is unbearable. I’m about to get a sunburn.

Do you have any ideas to beat the heat? We need to unwind!
How about we grab some ice cream?

That sounds like a good idea! I know a place nearby that just opened. They have a good air ventilation system and a unique menu!
Okay. And maybe we can go for a dip in the pool as well to feel
completely refreshed.

Now that is just perfect!
What are you waiting for, let’s go!

Alright.
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 so tired of living in the city.
B: Shall we visit the countryside to ________?
2. A: Why do you get mad so easily?
B: I’m sorry, but the weather is making me ______________ .
3. A: Do you want to swim in the pool to ________________ ?
B: Sure! Let me just grab my swimwear.
4. A: You should pack an extra shirt because you ____________.
B: Definitely! Thanks for reminding me.
5. A: Be careful.This soup is __________ hot!
B: Too late. It already burned my tongue!
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 outside with your friend and the sun is scorching. Discuss what you will do to beat the heat with your tutor, who will play the role of 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)
Lesson41: Preschool Education

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. carefree 心配のない、のんきな
  My daughter is carefree. She plays with her friends without worrying about getting dirty or hurt.
2. out and about 出歩いて
  The boy scouts are out and about all day. It is as if they have unlimited energy.
3. like there’s no tomorrow たがが外れたように
  Carl eats like there’s no tomorrow. He nearly finished three buckets of fried chicken.
4. eager beaver がんばり屋、仕事の虫
  Her pupils are eager beaver. They participate in class actively.
5. binge 度を過ごした楽しみ、どんちゃん騒ぎ
  She doesn’t watch a TV show per episode. She likes to binge watch one season in a day.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. carefree 
Answer:
2. out and about 
Answer:
3. like there’s no tomorrow 
Answer:
4. eager beaver 
Answer:
5. binge 
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 day, Emma!
Hi, Ron! What brought you here?

I’m here to pick up my younger sister. How about you?
I’m here to visit my niece during her recess.

That’s sweet! I bet my sister and your niece will be great friends in the future!
Surely! I think they have the same preferences in most things.

Oh, how I miss being a child attending preschool.
Me too! I miss how carefree we were back then.

Now that you mentioned it, I miss playing like there’s no tomorrow with our friends. Being out and about all the time without having to worry about adulthood.
That’s right! You were such an eager beaver back when we were
in preschool. You always come to school on time, and you were always
the first one to finish every class activity we had.

Exactly!
Oh look, my niece is here! I think I have to go now.

Okay, Emma! Take care.
You too!

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: Kyle is laughing __________________.
B: I agree. He’s indeed a very joyful person.
2. A: Are you going to join the wrestling tournament?
B: Sure, why not? I am ________________ and I do not worry about getting hurt.
3. A: Did you visit your doctor yesterday? What did he say?
B: Yes. He said that I’m getting well and, and I should be ________________ in a few days’ time.
4. A: I hope that our class will end soon. I can’t wait to go home and watch my favorite show.
B: Same! I wanna go with you. Let’s _______ watch together!
5. A: She is an ________________ on running as the council’s president, don’t you agree?
B: Yes! She went campaigning around the halls yesterday.
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 saw your preschool teacher at the park. Talk with your tutor, who will act as your preschool teacher, about your memories together.
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)
Lesson42: Who Killed the Radio Star?

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. omnipresent 遍在する、どこにもいる
  The internet is omnipresent. You can find it anywhere you go.
2. outdated 時代遅れ
  His laptop looks outdated. It is slow and too heavy.
3. infamous 悪名高い
  That building is infamous for being haunted by ghosts.
4. baby boomers 団塊の世代
  My parents are baby boomers. They have a different perspective from us millenials.
5. old as Adam 古くさい
  His eyeglasses look old as Adam. He needs to replace it soon.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. omnipresent 
Answer:
2. outdated 
Answer:
3. infamous 
Answer:
4. baby boomers 
Answer:
5. old as Adam 
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!
Hi there, Ron! What’s up?

I’m doing great, how about you?
I’m good, too! I just came from my grandfather’s home and
was super amazed by his collection of old radios.

Wow, that sounds so interesting. I haven’t tried listening to the radio yet because it seems so outdated compared to the gadgets we have now.
I agree! Radios are as old as Adam unlike the internet, which is
omnipresent and is very much at our fingertips.

Indeed, the world has progressed so much in terms of technological advancements.
Yes, but the infamous baby boomers somehow still can’t accept change
and are fond of using old technology such as radios.

Honestly, that is also great! At least they preserve our culture.
I agree. Maybe next time I can show you my grandfather’s collection.

Sounds exciting!
It is!

Alright. See you then.
Take care!

You too!
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: What do you like about electricity?
B: Electricity is _________________. It is a great source of energy that is present anywhere we go.
2. A: What did you use to print those stunning photographs?
B: I made use of ______________ Polaroid films to have a vintage effect to the pictures.
3. A: Why does that restaurant not have customers in it?
B: That restaurant is ________________ for serving the worst tasting pasta in town.
4. A: ________________ tend to dismiss opinions that are opposite theirs.
B: I agree. They need deeper understanding about every situation.
5. A: The streetchildren’s clothes look ________________.
B: I know. We must give them new clothes to wear.
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 bought a radio. Talk about the significance of radios in the past with your teacher, who will pretend to be your grandparent.
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)
Lesson45: Takeout

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. luscious 甘美な、ロマンチックな
  My favorite fruit is mango. It is so luscious and refreshing.
2. craving 切望[熱望・渇望]する
  My pregnant mother is always craving salty food.
3. sweet tooth 甘党
  My younger siblings eat chocolates every day. Unlike me, they have a sweet tooth.
4. mouth-watering ヨダレがたれそうな
  I can’t wait for my birthday to come. I can only imagine the mouth-watering food I’ll devour.
5. eat like a horse 大食である、食欲旺盛である
  Athletes eat like a horse after every competition to regain their strength.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. luscious 
Answer:
2. craving 
Answer:
3. sweet tooth 
Answer:
4. mouth-watering 
Answer:
5. eat like a horse 
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!
Hi, Ron! Are you currently on a break from work?

Yes! It’s currently our lunch break. How about you?
Same thing. Have you eaten yet?

Not yet. How about we go and grab some takeouts?
Sure! What are you craving now?

Since I have a sweet tooth, I would love to eat at a restaurant that serves luscious desserts!
How about we go to McDonald’s? They have a variety of choices,
including ice cream and apple pie that you would definitely love.

That sounds mouth-watering! With the appetite I have now, I could eat like a horse!
What are we waiting for? Let’s go and grab our takeouts.

Alright. Let’s go!
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: What food are you ________________ right now?
B: I want to eat tons of ribs and pork.
2. A: I’m going to the bakeshop. What would you like to have?
B: I would love a slice of ____________ caramel cake. Thank you.
3. A: Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. What are you planning to give your special someone?
B: I am planning to give her a box of her favorite chocolates. She will surely love it because she has a ________________.
4. A: Do you enjoy eating street food?
B: Of course! Their ________________ dishes are to die for.
5. A: Slow down, Carl. You are ________________.
B: Sorry, I can’t help it. I am just starving and exhausted from today’s activity.
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 have invited your friends for a sleepover in your house tomorrow. Discuss with your tutor (who will act as one of your friends) about the snacks that they will bring.
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)
Lesson44: Attend a Cram School

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. profound 深い、深遠な
  His feelings for her are profound. He will probably marry her soon.
2. meticulous 細かいことによく気を配る
  Alex is a meticulous person. She checks every detail of her work.
3. live up to a person’s expectations 人の期待にこたえる
  Our daughter studies really hard. I have no doubt that she will live up to our expectations.
4. cream of the crop 最高[最良]のもの
  Harold got the highest score in the exam. He is the cream of the crop of his batch.
5. flying colors 大成功を収めて、見事に
  Shane graduated from college with flying colors. She received the highest award of all.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. profound 
Answer:
2. meticulous 
Answer:
3. live up to a person’s expectations 
Answer:
4. cream of the crop 
Answer:
5. flying colors 
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! It’s nice to see you here!
Hi, Ron! How are you doing?

I’m doing great! I’m now happily married with three children. How about you?
I’m doing fine as well. I now have a son who is attending cram school.

I see! I have actually been thinking of enrolling my children in a cram school. Can you tell me more about it?
Sure! What do you want to know?

What do children exactly do in a cram school?
Well, a cram school is a specialized school that meticulously trains
students to be the cream of the crop, and ace entrance examinations
for universities.

Wow, that sounds incredible! It must be difficult for them to live up to our expectations.
I agree, and enrolling them in cram schools will definitely help them
graduate with flying colors. The training they receive is profound and
will be useful in the future.

Okay, now I am convinced. I think I’ll enroll my children in cram school soon! Thank you, Emma!
No problem, Ron! It was my pleasure.

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: Sofia always aces her tests. I really wish to be like her.
B: Me too. Her ________________ knowledge is something I really adore.
2. A: It is so difficult to be a top performing student. You always have to ________________.
B: That is exactly true. You have to please everyone and not disappoint them.
3. A: As a leader, I am ________________ about every work we’ll submit, that is why I need everyone’s cooperation.
B: You have our full attentiveness and active participation in every task we’ll perform.
4. A: Are you joining the quiz bee tomorrow?
B: No. I don’t think I’ll be qualified because only the ________________ of our batch gets to participate.
5. A: What is your goal this school year?
B: My goal is to make my parents proud by graduating with ________________.
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
It is your first day in cram school. Discuss your expectations with your tutor, who will act as one of your classmates.
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)
Lesson43: Sharing an Apartment

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. utility 実用品
  Half of my monthly salary is used to pay my apartment’s utilities.
2. deposit 保証金
  The hotel requires a security deposit checking in.
3. safe space 安全な場所
  Our homes must remain as safe spaces for our children.
4. close-knit 結び付きが密接な、結束[結び付き]の強い
  Our close-knit family always does errands together.
5. through thick and thin よい時も悪い時も、どんなことがあっても
  Our parents would never let us down. They are always there with us through thick and thin.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. utility 
Answer:
2. deposit 
Answer:
3. safe space 
Answer:
4. close-knit 
Answer:
5. through thick and thin 
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, there! I’m Ron. What’s your name?
I’m Emma. Nice to meet you.

Are you new here in the city?
Yes, I am. I am originally from the United States. I have just arrived here
yesterday, and I am currently looking for a great place to stay while I am here.

Perfect! I’m also looking for a housemate who can share an apartment with me.
Would it be okay if I share the apartment with you?

Of course! We can split the utilities and rent. My apartment is located just near the park, and you can definitely move in any time. All you have to do is pay the deposit.
Thank you so much! Finally, I have a safe space here, and someone
I can consider close-knit.

No worries, Emma! We’ll both have each other through thick and thin.
I better get going now, and prepare my stuff before moving in. See you
real soon!

See you soon, new roommate! Just let me know if you need any help.
Alright! Thanks, Ron.

You’re welcome, Emma.
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: Did you receive the bills for our monthly ________________?
B: Yes I did! It is twenty percent cheaper compared to last month’s.
2. A: We need to pay 10% of the total rate before we could rent the yacht.
B: Yes, that will serve as our ___________ to the owner.
3. A: Why do you love going to the library?
B: I consider the library as my ________________. It is where I feel peaceful and relaxed.
4. A: What do you usually do on weekends?
B: I love spending quality time with my ________________ friends. We usually try new stuff together.
5. A: I am so grateful that you are my best friend.
B: Me too. I will always have your back ________________.
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 have received your utility bills for this month. Talk with your tutor (who will act as your roommate) about how you will split the bills between the both of you.
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.

Y_NT1_greeting

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

My name is ________. Nice to meet you. What is your name?

PART A_3

I am ________. Nice to meet you too. Let’s start our lesson.

PART B_1

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

PART B_2

1. How are you?
2. Fine, thank you.
3. How about you?
4. Nice to meet you.
5. Let’s read aloud.
6. One more time, please.

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

Please look at words and complete the sentences.
(Please send the mispronounced words and correct answers to your student.)

PART C_2

1. How ________?
2. ________, thank you.
3. ________ about you?
4. Nice to ________.
5. Let’s read ________.
6. ________ time, please.

PART C_3

Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers through the chat box. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART C_4

PART D_1

Let’s read the sentences below. After reading them once, we’ll switch roles.
(Please send the mispronounced words and the expressions to your student.)

PART D_2

1. TUTOR: Good afternoon.
STUDENT: Good afternoon.
2. TUTOR: Hello! How are you?
STUDENT: I’m good. How about you?
3. TUTOR: Hi! What’s up?
STUDENT: Fine, thank you. How about you?
4. TUTOR: My name is ________. Nice to meet you.
STUDENT: Nice to meet you too, ________.
5. TUTOR: Goodbye.
STUDENT: See you.
PART D_3

Now, let’s review some words from part D_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part D_2.)
PART D_4