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Y_CI_Lesson-4-1

PART A_1

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

PART A_2

from birth 生まれた時から、生まれつき
talent 才能
competition 競技会、コンテスト
at home くつろいで
neighbor 隣人、近所の人
happen to 起こる、降りかかる
PART A_3

Now, let’s review some words from part A_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part A_2.)

PART A_4

PART A_5

Now, please look at the picture below. Give three actions that you see in the picture.

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PART A_6

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3.
PART A_7

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 A_8

PART B_1

You will read aloud the passage below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART B_2

The blind pianist
Tsujii Nobuyuki is a blind pianist from Japan. He is blind from birth but his illness did not stop him from reaching his dream. His mother first discovered his special talent when he was 2 years old. Nobu heard his mom singing a song and a few minutes later, he was already playing the song on his toy piano.
Nobu started taking piano lessons when he was 4 years old. He learns by his ear and reads music by touch. At the age of 20, he joined a famous international piano competition in Texas, so he and his mother flew all the way there. They were warmly welcomed by the Davidsons, their host family. The Davidsons did their best to make Nobu and his mother feel at home. A few weeks before the competition, Nobu has been practicing so hard. His neighbors loved his music so they requested to keep their doors and windows open so they could hear Nobu practicing.
Nobu wants people to listen to him as just like any other pianists who happens to be blind.

PART B_3

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

PART B_4

PART B_5

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.

PART B_6

1. Who is the blind pianist from Japan?
Answer:
2. When did his mother first discover his special talent?
Answer:
3. When did he start taking piano lessons?
Answer:
4. What did he join when he was 20 years old?
Answer:

PART B_7

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 B_8

PART C_1

Please choose a word to complete each sentence. Then, read aloud the sentences.

PART C_2

talent

neighbor

at home

competition

1. Carla has a _______ for photography.
2. I won a prize in a singing ________.
3. John is a helpful ________.

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

Please answer the following question.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART D_2

1. Do you play the piano?
Answer: .
2. What musical instruments can you play?
Answer: .
3. Have you watched a piano competition?
Answer: .
4. What kind of activity can a person who is blind from birth enjoy?
Answer: .
5. Do you think all blind people should use guide dogs?
Answer: .
PART D_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 D_4

Y_NT2_Lesson-12

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

PART A_3

PART B_1

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

PART B_2

swimmer 泳ぐ人
as… as one can できるだけ
possible 可能な
truly 本当に、実に
kindness 親切
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

We will read aloud the sentences below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART C_2

1. Swimming is truly fun, isn’t it?
2. I think you can swim better than any other student in our class.
3. I think nothing is more important than practice.
4. I hope I can learn how to swim as quickly as you can.
5. Let’s start now, shall we?
PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and expressions from part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part C_2.)

PART C_4

PART D_1

We will read aloud the dialogue below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART D_2

TUTOR:
Swimming is truly fun, isn’t it?
STUDENT:
Yes, it is. I can see that you are really a good swimmer. I think you can swim better than any other student in our class.
TUTOR:
Really? Thank you. I think nothing is more important than practice.
STUDENT:
I agree. I hope I can learn how to swim as quickly as you can.
TUTOR:
Of course, you can. Anything is possible. Soon, you can swim the best in our class.
STUDENT:
Wow, thanks for encouraging me. I have a small favor. Help me improve my swimming skills, will you?
TUTOR:
No problem. Let’s start now, shall we?
STUDENT:
Sure. Thanks for your kindness.
PART D_3

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

PART D_4

PART E_1

You will answer the questions below using the grammar topics you learned.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART E_2

1. What is truly a fun activity for you?
Answer:
2. What can you do better than any other student in your class?
Answer:
3. What do you want to learn as quickly as possible?
Answer:
4. What do you think is more important than eating dinner?
Answer:
5. In the morning, what do you usually do as quickly as possible?
Answer:
6. You are studying to improve your English skills, aren’t you?
Answer:
PART E_3

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

PART E_4

PART F_1

Now, you will ask me the questions below using the grammar topics you learned.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART F_2

Student: ?
Tutor: I can dance better than any other student in my school.
Student: ?
Tutor: Science is truly a difficult subject for me.
Student: ?
Tutor: When I arrive home, I want to change my clothes as quickly as possible.
Student: ?
Tutor: Yes. I am studying English now.
Student: ?
Tutor: I think sleeping is more important than going out with friends.
Student: ?
Tutor: I usually eat dinner as quickly as possible.
PART F_3

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

PART F_4

PART G_1

Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

PART G_2

PART G_3

Y_NT3_Lesson-1

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

PART A_3

PART B_1

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

PART B_2

Thailand タイ
I’d I had
hot spring 温泉
pack 詰める
In fact 実際は
website ウェブサイト
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

We will read aloud the sentences below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART C_2

1. Have you been to Thailand?
2. My family has been planning to visit there.
3. I had lived there before I moved to Tokyo.
4. How long did you live there?
5. I visited a lot of temples that I’d studied in history class.
6. Have you packed your bags already?

PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and sentences from part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and sentences from part C_2.)

PART C_4

PART D_1

We will read aloud the dialogue below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions that need improvements to your student.)

PART D_2

TUTOR: Have you been to Thailand?
STUDENT: No, I haven’t. But I have checked websites about Thailand. In fact, my family has been planning to visit there.
TUTOR: You should! I had lived there before I moved to Tokyo. You will enjoy the hot springs there.
STUDENT: Really? How long did you live in Thailand?
TUTOR: I lived there for almost for 15 years. I visited a lot of temples that I’d studied in history class.
STUDENT: That’s interesting. Actually, my family is planning to go to Thailand next month.
TUTOR: Great! Have you packed your bags already?
STUDENT: No, I haven’t. I will do it soon. I’m so excited!
PART D_3

Now, let’s review some words and sentences from part D_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and sentences that need improvements from part D_2.)

PART D_4

PART E_1

You will answer the questions below by using the grammar topics you learned.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART E_2

1. Have you been to the USA?
Answer:
2. Have you eaten your lunch?
Answer:
3. How long have you lived in this city?
Answer:
4. Had you studied English before you entered junior high school?
Answer:
5. Had you ever talked with foreigners in English before you had online English lessons?
Answer:
6. How long have you been studying English?
Answer:
PART E_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 E_4

PART F_1

Now, you will ask me the questions below using the grammar topics you learned.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART F_2

Student: ?
Tutor: I have never been to Japan.
Student: ?
Tutor: I have lived in my city for 10 years.
Student: ?
Tutor: I have been teaching for 5 years.
Student: ?
Tutor: I had ridden a bicycle before I bought a car.
Student: ?
Tutor: No, I haven’t finished my class today.
Student: ?
Tutor: Yes, I had been watching TV when my mother called me.
PART F_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 F_4

PART G_1

Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

PART G_2

PART G_3

Conversation (Intermediate Chapter 2)|日常会話(中級2章)
Lesson20: Modern Technology 現代のテクノロジー(復習)

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn words that you can use when talking about modern technology express your opinions about specific topics.

PART A_1

Please read aloud the following sentences.

PART A_2

1. High-tech companies face special problems in development.
2. They’re spending a lot to upgrade the computer systems.
3. People should avoid using electronic devices when driving.
4. I need to import data from the database.
5. The 20th century was remarkable for its inventions.

PART A_3

Please read aloud the words and match them with their meanings.

PART A_4

1. device a. [noun] a large amount of information stored in a computer
2. database b. [verb] to improve something of higher standard
3. high-tech c. [noun] something made for the first time
4. invention d. [noun] an equipment invented for a particular purpose
5. upgrade e. [noun] technology that involves the most modern methods

PART A_5

Now, let us 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.)
ANSWERS
1. d. [noun] an equipment invented for a particular purpose
2. a. [noun] a large amount of information stored in a computer
3. e. [noun] technology that involves the most modern methods
4. c. [noun] something made for the first time
5. b. [verb] to improve something of higher standard

PART B_1

Please construct your own sentences using the following words.

PART B_2

1. device .
2. invention .
3. upgrade .
4. high-tech .
5. database .

PART B_3

Now, let us 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_1

Fill in the blanks. Choose the correct answers in the box below. Then, read aloud each sentence by changing the correct answer into its proper form if necessary.

PART C_2

upgrade software device
high-tech database invention
1. His ____________ has been a big help to the community.
2. A ____________ equipment is often difficult to support.
3. You need to the password to access the ____________.
4. He ____________ his old computer.
5. The new ____________ can be used to check the weather.

PART C_3

Now, let us 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.)
ANSWERS
1. His invention has been a big help to the community.
2. A high-tech equipment is often difficult to support.
3. You need to the password to access the database.
4. He upgraded his old computer.
5. The new device can be used to check the weather.

PART D_1

Let’s talk. Please answer the questions by stating your opinions.

PART D_2

1. A lot of people say that technology makes people’s lives easier. What do you think about that?
Answer:
2. Modern technology is good for the society. Do you agree or disagree?
Answer:

PART E_1

Now, I will ask you the following questions. You may ask questions, too.

PART E_2

1. What technological devices do you have?
Answer:
2. What do you think is the most useful invention?
Answer:
3. What kind of technology is the most useful in your country?
Answer:
4. Do you think technology helped improve the lives of human beings?
Answer:
5. What do you think are the advantages of modern technology?
Answer:
6. What do you think are the disadvantages of modern technology?
Answer:
7. Do you think humans need robots?
Answer:

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 (Intermediate Chapter 2)|日常会話(中級2章)
Lesson19: Socializing 交流(復習)

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn words that you can use when socializing and express your opinions about specific topics.

PART A_1

Please read aloud the following sentences.

PART A_2

1. She looks elegant on her wedding dress.
2. He likes to entertain his guests by playing on his piano.
3. Emma will introduce her cousin to her friends tomorrow.
4. Rita does not socialize much when attending school parties.
5. John’s family will have a get together this Sunday.

PART A_3

Please read aloud the words and match them with their meanings.

PART A_4

1. elegant a. [verb] to spend time with other people
2. entertain b. [noun] an informal meeting or social occasion
3. introduce c. [verb] to make and keep someone interested
4. socialize d. [adjective] attractive and fashionable
5. get together e. [verb] to let the person be known to others

PART A_5

Now, let us 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.)
ANSWERS
1. d. [adjective] attractive and fashionable
2. c. [verb] to make and keep someone interested
3. e. [verb] to let the person be known to others
4. a. [verb] to spend time with other people
5. b. [noun] an informal meeting or social occasion

PART B_1

Please construct your own sentences using the following words.

PART B_2

1. socialize .
2. introduce .
3. get together .
4. elegant .
5. entertain .

PART B_3

Now, let us 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_1

Fill in the blanks. Choose the correct answers in the box below. Then, read aloud each sentence by changing the correct answer into its proper form if necessary.

PART C_2

entertain socialize party
get together introduce elegant
1. There’s a school ____________ for new students tomorrow.
2. She ____________ her daughter to her workmates.
3. The birthday party they attended looks simple but ____________.
4. Alice played her guitar to ____________ the guests.
5. His mother told him to go downstairs and ____________.

PART C_3

Now, let us 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.)
ANSWERS
1. There’s a school get together for new students tomorrow.
2. She introduced her daughter to her workmates.
3. The birthday party they attended looks simple but elegant.
4. Alice played her guitar to entertain the guests.
5. His mother told him to go downstairs and socialize.

PART D_1

Let’s talk. Please answer the questions by stating your opinions.

PART D_2

1. Some people say that socializing can help improve one’s communication skills. What do you think about that?
Answer:
2. Socializing online is safer than socializing in person. Do you agree or disagree?
Answer:

PART E_1

Now, I will ask you the following questions. You may ask questions, too.

PART E_2

1. Why is socializing important?
Answer:
2. Have you organized a party?
Answer:
3. Do you feel nervous when meeting new people? Why or why not?
Answer:
4. When was the last time you went out with your friends?
Answer:
5. Are you a sociable person?
Answer:
6. What do you usually do to entertain guests at a party?
Answer:
7. Can you live in a world where social media websites do not exist?
Answer:

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.

YE_News-8

PART A_1

First, let me ask the following questions about you.

PART A_2

What is your hometown?

PART A_3

My hometown is ______________. How about you?

PART A_4

My hometown is ______________. It is famous for ___________________.
What is your hometown famous for?

PART A_5

It is famous for ___________________.

PART A_6

Thank you for answering my questions. Now, let’s begin our lesson.

PART B_1

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

PART B_2

strange
prevent
damages
technique
conclusion

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 B_5

Please make 3 sentences to describe the picture below.

PART B_6

1.
2.
3.

PART B_7

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 B_8

PART B_9

Now, we’ll read the sample answers. Please repeat after me.

PART B_10

1. The great pyramid of Giza is on the desert.
2. There are two camels.
3. Two people are riding on the camels.
PART C_1

You will read aloud the passage below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART C_2

The Great Pyramid of Giza was built from the beginning of the Old Kingdom of Egypt. Over the centuries, scientists have been doing a research on the strange space in the heart of the Great Pyramid. But up to this day, none had discovered what really lies inside it.
There are a lot of rules to follow when doing a research on the Great Pyramid to prevent any damages. Scientist are not allowed to drill holes and insert cameras through the stones. As a result, scientists use physics technique which allows them to find materials that cause damage to the pyramid.
Almost all of the researches on the Great Pyramid have the same conclusion. They found out that the space could be straight and flat, but its purpose and what really lies inside is still unknown.

PART C_3

We’ll read aloud the sentences. Please repeat after me. I will check your intonation.

PART C_4

1. The Great Pyramid of Giza was built from the beginning of the Old Kingdom of Egypt.
2. Over the centuries, scientists have been doing a research on the strange space in the heart of the Great Pyramid.
3. But up to this day, none had discovered what really lies inside it.
4. There are a lot of rules to follow when doing a research on the Great Pyramid to prevent any damages.
5. Scientist are not allowed to drill holes and insert cameras through the stones.
6. As a result, scientists use physics technique which allows them to find materials that cause damage to the pyramid.
7. Almost all of the researches on the Great Pyramid have the same conclusion.
8. They found out that the space could be straight and flat, but its purpose and what really lies inside is still unknown.

PART C_5

Now, let’s review some words from part C_4.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part C_4.)

PART C_6

PART C_7

Based on the passage, please choose a word to complete each sentence. Then, read aloud the sentences.

PART C_8

technique
strange
prevent

1. Over the centuries, scientists have been doing a research on the _________ space in the heart of the Great Pyramid.
2. There are a lot of rules to follow when doing a research on the Great Pyramid to ________ any damages.
3. As a result, scientists use physics ________ which allows them to find materials that cause damage to the pyramid.

PART C_9

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_10

PART D_1

Please answer the following question.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART D_2

Question: Do you think studying history is important?
Answer: (Yes, I do / No, I don’t) because

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 E_1

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.

PART E_2

1. Do you like visiting traditional places?
Answer: (Yes, I do / No, I don’t) because
2. Do you agree that traditional places should be preserved?
Answer: (Yes, I do / No, I don’t) because
PART E_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 E_4

PART F_1

Let’s do a free talk about the following topic.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

PART F_2

What traditional place would you like to visit in the future?

PART F_3

Y_Unite2_Lesson-5

PART A_1

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

PART A_2

invent 発明する
forgot forget の過去形・過去分詞
traditional 伝統の
western 西洋の
similar よく似た、類似した

PART A_3

Now, let’s review some words from part A_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part A_2.)

PART A_4

PART B_1

You will read aloud the passage below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)

PART B_2

History of chess and shogi
Chess is one of the most popular board games in the world. It was invented in the North of India around the 6th century. It traveled to Persia and then spread to the rest of the Asian countries. However, some people believe that chess was invented in China. They believed that a Chinese soldier named Hán Xin invented chess at around 200 B.C. to represent a battle. The game was forgotten after a few years but became popular again during the 7th century A.D. with a new set of rules.
Meanwhile, there is a traditional board game in Japan that is very similar to western chess which is called Shogi. It is believed that it came from India and was brought to Japan by Chinese people. Although the two games are very similar, they have a lot of differences when it comes to the rules.
The goal of these two games is to trap the opposite king. In western chess, the pieces are categorized by black and white to know which pieces are the enemies. Also, their chessboard has 64 squares. While on the other hand, a shogi chessboard has 81 squares. Their pieces are flat which are pointing to the enemy’s end.

PART B_3

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

PART B_4

PART B_5

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.

PART B_6

1. What is one of the most popular board games in the world?
Answer:
2. Where was chess invented?
Answer:
3. What is the traditional board game in Japan?
Answer:
4. What is the goal of shogi and chess?
Answer:
PART B_7

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 B_8

PART C_1

Please construct sentences using each word below.

PART C_2

invent
traditional
similar
PART C_3

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

PART C_4

PART D_1

Let’s study the example below. I will read the sample question, and you will read the sample answer.

PART D_2

Sample Question:
Studying English is important. Do you agree with that?
Sample Answer:
I agree. In my opinion, English is not only a school subject but a language that can be used in communication. To have a good future, we need to study English so we can have more opportunities to achieve success.
PART D_3

You will defend your opinion about the following topics. Your answer should have at least one reason.
Your answer should start with “I agree/ I disagree”.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART D_4

1. All students in Japan should be required to play shogi. Do you agree with that?
Answer: I agree / I disagree
2. Some people say that board games are considered sports. Do you agree with that?
Answer: I agree / I disagree
PART D_5

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 D_6

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

1. Why do you think some people consider board games educational?
Answer:
2. Why do you think some people prefer video games to board games?
Answer:
3. Why do you think some people do not want to play board games?
Answer:
PART E_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 E_4

Conversation (Intermediate Chapter 2)|日常会話(中級2章)
Lesson18: Environment 環境(復習)

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn words that you can use when socializing and express your opinions about specific topics.

PART A_1

Please read aloud the following sentences.

PART A_2

1. It always floods in our area whenever it rains.
2. Pollution became worse over the past years.
3. Planting trees can contribute to saving the planet.
4. Recycling can help reduce water and land pollution.
5. There are serious damages caused by global warming.

PART A_3

Please read aloud the words and match them with their meanings.

PART A_4

1. pollution a. [noun] increase of the Earth’s normal temperature
2. global warming b. [verb] to give or share something with others
3. recycle c. [noun] a large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry
4. contribute d. [verb] to convert waste into a usable material
5. flood e. [noun] damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste

PART A_5

Now, let us 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.)
ANSWERS
1. e. [noun] damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste
2. a. [noun] increase of the Earth’s normal temperature
3. d. [verb] to convert waste into a usable material
4. b. [verb] to give or share something with others
5. c. [noun] a large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry

PART B_1

Please construct your own sentences using the following words.

PART B_2

1. contribute .
2. global warming .
3. pollution .
4. flood .
5. recycle .

PART B_3

Now, let us 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_1

Fill in the blanks. Choose the correct answers in the box below. Then, read aloud each sentence by changing the correct answer into its proper form if necessary.

PART C_2

flood global warming recycle
climate change contribute pollution
1. There are ways to prevent ____________ from getting worse.
2. Picking up trashes can ____________ to saving the environment.
3. We should ____________ the bottles that we buy in the supermarket.
4. Wastewater is one of the main causes of water ____________ .
5. We should plant more trees to avoid ____________.

PART C_3

Now, let us 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.)
ANSWERS
1. There are ways to prevent global warming from getting worse.
2. Picking up trashes can contribute to saving the environment.
3. We should recycle the bottles that we buy in the supermarket.
4. Wastewater is one of the main causes of water pollution.
5. We should plant more trees to avoid flood.

PART D_1

Let’s talk. Please answer the questions by stating your opinions.

PART D_2

1. Many people say that planting trees is one way of saving the environment. What do you think about that?
Answer:
2. Riding public transportation instead of driving cars will help reduce pollution. Do you agree or disagree?
Answer:

PART E_1

Now, I will ask you the following questions. You may ask questions, too.

PART E_2

1. Do you think humans are responsible for global warming?
Answer:
2. Do you think global warming affects our lives?
Answer:
3. How do you think can pollution be reduced?
Answer:
4. What do you think is the most crucial environmental issue today?
Answer:
5. What is your opinion on climate change?
Answer:
6. Who do you think is the most affected by climate change?
Answer:
7. What do you think will happen if we keep polluting the environment?
Answer:

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_NT3_Lesson-12-1

PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

PART A_3

PART B_1

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

PART B_2

terrible 非常に悪い
better よくなって
understand 理解する
do する、行なう
achieve 成し遂げる
target 目標
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

We will read aloud the sentences below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART C_2

1. It’s getting better and better.
2. The more carefully I read, the better I understand it.
3. Do read more books if you have time.
4. It was last year when I last read a book.
5. For sure you can achieve your target.
6. The longer I read, the more I will love it.

PART C_3

Now, let’s review some words and sentences from part C_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and sentences from part C_2.)

PART C_4

PART D_1

We will read aloud the dialogue below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions that need improvements to your student.)

PART D_2

TUTOR: Hi, Julia. What are you reading?
STUDENT: I am reading my favorite English book.
TUTOR: Do you always read English books?
STUDENT: Yes, I do. Before, my English was terrible, but it’s getting better and better now.
TUTOR: How do you understand what you read? I don’t often read because it is sometimes difficult for me to understand what I read. It was last year when I last read a book.
STUDENT: I make sure to read carefully because the more carefully I read, the better I understand it. Do read more books if you have time.
TUTOR: I see. I will set a target. I will read books for two hours a day. Maybe the longer I read, the more I will love it.
STUDENT: That’s for sure! I hope you can achieve your target.
PART D_3

Now, let’s review some words and sentences from part D_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and sentences that need improvements from part D_2.)

PART D_4

PART E_1

You will answer the questions below by using the grammar topics you learned.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART E_2

1. Do you read English books?
Answer:
2. Do you think board games are easier to play than sports?
Answer:
3. What is the first thing you do in the morning?
Answer:
4. What do you do to achieve your goals?
Answer:
5. Is it better to read books than search online in doing your homework?
Answer:
6. What is the largest city in Japan?
Answer:
PART E_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 E_4

PART F_1

Now, you will ask me the questions below using the grammar topics you learned.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
(Please send the sentences that need grammar corrections to your student.)

PART F_2

Student: ?
Tutor: Yes, I use internet every day.
Student: ?
Tutor: Yes, I think English is more difficult than Mathematics.
Student: ?
Tutor: No, I’m never late in class.
Student: ?
Tutor: Yes, my sister is older than me.
Student: ?
Tutor: No, I think studying with friends is better than studying alone.
Student: ?
Tutor: The second best place in Japan for me is Kyoto.
PART F_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 F_4

PART G_1

Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

PART G_2

PART G_3

Conversation (Intermediate Chapter 2)|日常会話(中級2章)
Lesson17: Business ビジネス(復習)

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn words when talking about business and express your opinions about specific topics.

PART A_1

Please read aloud the following sentences.

PART A_2

1. She was able to manage their company project for six months.
2. His marketing skills made him a successful businessman.
3. Linda is making a large profit from making videos of her travel experience.
4. He told his secretary to schedule a meeting tomorrow at 10 a.m.
5. Mrs. Smith will loan from the bank to start her own restaurant.

PART A_3

Please read aloud the words and match them with their meanings.

PART A_4

1. manage a. [verb] to organize an activity or event at a specific time
2. marketing b. [verb] to be in charge of something
3. profit c. [noun] a borrowed money
4. schedule d. [noun] an act of promoting and selling products or services
5. loan e. [noun] the money earned from doing or producing something

PART A_5

Now, let us 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.)
ANSWERS
1. b. [verb] to be in charge of something
2. d. [noun] an act of promoting and selling products or service
3. e. [noun] the money earned from doing or producing something
4. a. [verb] to organize an activity or event at a specific time
5. c. [noun] a borrowed money

PART B_1

Please construct your own sentences using the following words.

PART B_2

1. schedule .
2. loan .
3. marketing .
4. manage .
5. profit .

PART B_3

Now, let us 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_1

Fill in the blanks. Choose the correct answers in the box below. Then, read aloud each sentence by changing the correct answer into its proper form if necessary.

PART C_2

manage business marketing
schedule loan profit
1. She has been working as a ____________ staff for two years.
2. The company earned a large ____________ after releasing a new product.
3. Mr. Evans was assigned to ____________ the meeting next week.
4. She wants to ____________ a meeting with her editor.
5. The bank has allowed her to get a ____________.

PART C_3

Now, let us 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.)
ANSWERS
1. She has been working as a marketing staff for two years.
2. The company earned a large profit after releasing a new product.
3. Mr. Evans was assigned to manage the meeting next week.
4. She wants to schedule a meeting with her editor.
5. The bank has allowed her to get a loan.

PART D_1

Let’s talk. Please answer the questions by stating your opinions.

PART D_2

1. Some people say that working at home is better than working in the office. What do you think about that?
Answer:
2. A person should be good in mathematics and computer in order to work in a business company. Do you agree or disagree?
Answer:

PART E_1

Now, I will ask you the following questions. You may ask questions, too.

PART E_2

1. Are you interested in working for a business company?
Answer:
2. Would you like to start your own business? Why or why not?
Answer:
3. Why do you think is working overtime not always good?
Answer:
4. What are the most common businesses in your country?
Answer:
5. If you could start a business abroad, where would it be? Why?
Answer:
6. Do you think business companies should work together in helping the poor and sick? Why or why not?
Answer:
7. If ever your family has a business, would you help in managing it?
Answer:
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.