Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
1. | What is your name? |
2. | Is there a mall in your city? |
3. | What is the nearest train station to your house? |
4. | How do you go to the nearest train station? |
5. | Is there a supermarket near your house? |
My tutor’s name is | |
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
Alex: | Bill, I can’t find the movie theater. Can you help me? |
Bill: | Sure. But you must hurry. All movies are going to start in 10 minutes. |
Alex: | I see. Can you tell me the fastest way to go there? |
Bill: | The movie theater is located on the fourth floor of the new building. |
Alex: | I didn’t know there’s a new building around here. How do I get there? |
Bill: | Take the escalator, and turn left once you reached the second floor. When you see a doughnut shop, turn right. Walk straight until you see the entrance of the new building. |
Alex: | Great! Thank you so much. |
Bill: | No problem. |
1. | Where is Alex going? |
Answer: | |
2. | Where is the movie theater located? |
Answer: | |
3. | How to get to the new building? |
Answer: |
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.
(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)
1. | Tutor: | I will go to the art museum today. Would you like to go with me? | |
Student: | I’d love to. But, I don’t know how to get there. | ||
Tutor: | I know the way. Do you want to meet me at the train station? | ||
Student: |
a. | That place is amazing! | ||
b. | Yes. See you there. | ||
c. | I can’t. It’s too far. | ||
d. | It’s famous. |
2. | Tutor: | Do you know where I can find the nearest bank? |
Student: | Yes. It’s just beside the city hall. The city hall is only a few minutes’ walk away. | |
Tutor: | Is it open today? | |
Student: |
a. | Banks are closed today. | ||
b. | The waiting line outside is long. | ||
c. | Yes. It’s just a walking distance. | ||
d. | It can’t be. |
3. | Tutor: | Excuse me. May I ask how to get to the train station? |
Student: | Sure. Are you going to take a taxi or a bus? | |
Tutor: | I was planning to take a taxi from here. What should I tell the driver? | |
Student: |
a. | Tell him to drop you off at Kingston Road. | ||
b. | You can’t. The traffic is heavy. | ||
c. | The train station will close in ten minutes. | ||
d. | I will check later. |
4. | Tutor: | I will visit you at the hospital tomorrow. How do I get there? |
Student: | Are you taking a bus or a taxi? | |
Tutor: | I’m not sure. Which one is the fastest way? | |
Student: |
a. | I’m not available tomorrow. Sorry. | ||
b. | You can take either of them. | ||
c. | There are no alternative routes to get here. | ||
d. | I don’t think so. |
5. | Tutor: | How far is the nearest hotel from here? |
Student: | It’s about eight miles away. Why? | |
Tutor: | I’m looking for a room where I can stay overnight. How many minutes will it take for me to get there? | |
Student: |
a. | The nearest hotel stopped operating last year. | ||
b. | It’ll take at least 15 minutes for you to get there. | ||
c. | I’d always wanted to have an overnight stay at a beach resort. | ||
d. | Resorts are not good. |
Situation: | Your tutor will pretend as an airport staff. You will ask your tutor questions about directions. |
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Items to mention: |
– where is Paradise hotel | ||
– how to get there | ||
– travel time | ||
– how far | ||
– nearest supermarket from Paradise hotel | ||
– nearest sightseeing spot from Paradise hotel | ||
– how to go back to airport from the hotel |
1. | b |
2. | a |
3. | a |
4. | b |
5. | b |
Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Climate
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
1. | What is your name? |
2. | What season do you like best? |
3. | What season do you not like? |
4. | Have you seen snow? |
5. | Do you want to live in a country with four seasons? |
My tutor’s name is | |
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
Alex: | I visited my friends in the Philippines last February. |
Bill: | I’ve never been there. How was it? |
Alex: | It was hot. I was wearing a sweater from Tokyo and got sweaty when I arrived there. |
Bill: | Well, the climate in the Philippines is categorized as a tropical climate. So, it’s hot throughout the year. |
Alex: | I want to live there because of its weather. I don’t like winter. |
Bill: | As for me, I prefer to live in a country that has four seasons. |
Alex: | Interesting. Why is that? |
Bill: | It’s because I will get to enjoy four different seasonal foods! |
1. | How is the climate in the Philippines? |
Answer: | |
2. | Why does Alex want to live in the Philippines? |
Answer: | |
3. | Why does Bill prefer to live in a country that has four seasons? |
Answer: |
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.
(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)
1. | Tutor: | What are you going to do during winter vacation? | |
Student: | I will go to a beach in Australia. | ||
Tutor: | It’s winter in Japan. Are you sure about that? | ||
Student: |
a. | It’s summer in Australia. | ||
b. | I don’t understand. | ||
c. | That’s awesome! | ||
d. | It’s famous. |
2. | Tutor: | I will go to New York in January. It will be my first time to see snow. |
Student: | Amazing! Do you have a winter jacket? | |
Tutor: | Yes, I do. But I’m wondering if I need to buy a pair of gloves. Do you think I will need them? | |
Student: |
a. | The cold never bothered me anyway. | ||
b. | I highly recommend that you buy a pair. | ||
c. | You are aware of it. | ||
d. | It says winter. |
3. | Tutor: | I saw the Aurora in Alaska. |
Student: | Really? Did you take a picture? | |
Tutor: | I couldn’t. Don’t you know that it reaches negative 27 degrees during winter? | |
Student: |
a. | Check it out. | ||
b. | What are you talking about? | ||
c. | I had no idea. | ||
d. | It reminds me of that. |
4. | Tutor: | I want to live in a place that has summer season. |
Student: | You will love Southeast Asia. I’ve lived there before. | |
Tutor: | Did you like the tropical climate? | |
Student: |
a. | I never saw it coming. | ||
b. | Yes, I liked it. | ||
c. | I like swimming. | ||
d. | The temperature was unstable. |
5. | Tutor: | You are coughing so hard. Are you okay? |
Student: | I don’t think so. I caught a cold because it was raining heavily last night. | |
Tutor: | Didn’t you have an umbrella? | |
Student: |
a. | No, I had one. | ||
b. | May I borrow it? | ||
c. | You can have mine. | ||
d. | No. I lent it to my sister. |
Situation: | Your tutor will pretend as a foreign student in your class. You will ask your tutor questions about climate and seasons. |
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Items to mention: |
– seasons you have in your country | ||
– best month to enjoy skiing | ||
– best month to swim in the sea | ||
– best month to go hiking | ||
– season people tend to catch a cold | ||
– best season to go sightseeing | ||
– best season for foreigners to visit Japan |
1. | a |
2. | b |
3. | c |
4. | b |
5. | d |
Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Sightseeing spots in Japan
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
1. | What is your name? |
2. | Have you been to Tokyo? |
3. | Do you know any sightseeing spots in Japan? |
4. | Do you know any famous souvenir items from Japan? |
5. | Which city in Japan would you want to visit? |
My tutor’s name is | |
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
Alex: | I will go to Kyoto to see my uncle and visit some tourist spots next week. |
Bill: | That’s nice! I actually went there last year. |
Alex: | I see. Can you recommend a sightseeing spot in Kyoto? |
Bill: | I highly recommend the Kiyomizu-temple which was built over 300 years ago. |
Alex: | I’ll visit that for sure. I’m really interested in historical places. |
Bill: | You will find several historical places in Kyoto that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. |
Alex: | Wow! I’m so excited to see them. |
Bill: | I hope you have a great trip. |
1. | What will Alex do next week? |
Answer: | |
2. | What sight seeing spot did Bill recommend? |
Answer: | |
3. | What is Alex excited about? |
Answer: |
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.
(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)
1. | Tutor: | I will visit Japan this weekend. | |
Student: | That’s nice. What are you going to do there? | ||
Tutor: | I’ll visit Hokkaido. Have you been there? | ||
Student: | It’s very cold there. |
a. | I’ll think about that. | ||
b. | Yes, I have. | ||
c. | Maybe. | ||
d. | I don’t know. |
2. | Tutor: | Do you know where I can eat fresh sushi in Japan? |
Student: | Yes. There is a big fish market in Tokyo. | |
Tutor: | I see. Are they expensive? | |
Student: |
a. | I can’t find them. | ||
b. | No, they are not that expensive. | ||
c. | It’s interesting. | ||
d. | That’s good. |
3. | Tutor: | How was your Japan trip? |
Student: | It was great although we got lost twice during our stay. | |
Tutor: | I see. Did you ask for help from the locals? | |
Student: |
a. | I’ll think about that. | ||
b. | I’ll consider that. | ||
c. | Maybe tomorrow. | ||
d. | Yes, they were very nice. |
4. | Tutor: | What time should we meet at the train station? |
Student: | Let’s meet at 9:30. The first train will arrive at 9:45. | |
Tutor: | Really? Is the train station already open at 9:30? | |
Student: |
a. | Yes, it is. | ||
b. | It depends on you. | ||
c. | We’re in a hurry. | ||
d. | Let’s try. |
5. | Tutor: | Let’s go to Tokyo Sky Tree! |
Student: | I want to, but it’s already late. | |
Tutor: | How about tomorrow? | |
Student: |
a. | I want to join the sports club. | ||
b. | I like watching TV. | ||
c. | I think that’s a good idea. | ||
d. | I can’t sing. |
Situation: | Your tutor will pretend as a foreign student in your class. You will ask your tutor questions about sightseeing spots in Japan. |
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Items to mention: |
– capital city of Japan | ||
– sightseeing spots in Tokyo | ||
– sightseeing spots in Kyoto | ||
– natural places in Japan | ||
– souvenir items from Japan | ||
– weather in Japan | ||
– way of transportation in Japan |
1. | b |
2. | b |
3. | d |
4. | a |
5. | c |
Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Japanese Culture
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
1. | What is your name? |
2. | Have you been to Japan? |
3. | Do you like Japanese food? |
4. | What Japanese custom do you know? |
5. | What can you say about the Japanese culture? |
My tutor’s name is | |
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
Alex: | I went to Japan with my family for vacation. |
Bill: | That’s nice. How was it? |
Alex: | It was great. We went to Kyoto and Osaka. In Kyoto, we visited famous temples and ate shojin ryori. |
Bill: | What is shojin ryori? |
Alex: | It’s a vegetarian meal that follows the Buddhist tradition. |
Bill: | Interesting. How about Osaka? |
Alex: | Osaka is a modern city. Its takoyaki is so delicious. |
Bill: | Wow, takoyaki is one of my favorites! I want to try the takoyaki from Osaka. |
1. | What did Bill and his family do in Kyoto? |
Answer: | |
2. | How did Bill describe Osaka? |
Answer: | |
3. | What does Alex want to try in Japan? |
Answer: |
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.
(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)
1. | Tutor: | This is my first time here in Japan. What should I wear during the fireworks festival? | |
Student: | Most people wear Yukata during festivals. | ||
Tutor: | I see. Do you know where I can buy Yukata? | ||
Student: |
a. | Yes. I don’t know. | ||
b. | Yes. I can take you there later. | ||
c. | I don’t like it. | ||
d. | Of course! It is twice a week. |
2. | Tutor: | Have you ever visited a shrine here in Japan? |
Student: | No, I haven’t. I heard that people buy lucky charms when they visit shrines. | |
Tutor: | Oh, you mean omamori? It’s a Japanese amulet. Would you like to buy one when we visit a shrine this weekend? | |
Student: |
a. | Yes, I’d love to. | ||
b. | No. I like that. | ||
c. | I think she is good. | ||
d. | Maybe, they will. |
3. | Tutor: | Do you know how Japanese people greet others? |
Student: | Yes, Japanese people greet others by bowing. | |
Tutor: | Is there a proper way of doing that? Can you teach me? | |
Student: |
a. | I want to go to the park. | ||
b. | I have to go. | ||
c. | Of course. That’s easy. | ||
d. | Sure. I don’t want to. |
4. | Tutor: | I heard that bento is a common meal in Japan. |
Student: | Yes, it is. I often buy bento on my way to work. | |
Tutor: | That’s nice. Do you know how to make one? | |
Student: |
a. | Yes. I don’t know how to cook. | ||
b. | No. That’s easy. | ||
c. | Yes. My mother taught me. | ||
d. | Yes. Cooking is not my thing. |
5. | Tutor: | Do you know why Japanese people slurp their noodles when eating ramen? |
Student: | Of course, I do! In Japan, slurping is a good manner and it means that you are enjoying your food. | |
Tutor: | Really? I want to try that. Would you like to eat ramen with me later? | |
Student: |
a. | I want to eat pizza later. | ||
b. | I would love to try it with you. | ||
c. | My mother is working abroad. | ||
d. | I went to America last year. |
Situation: | Your tutor will pretend as a foreign student in your class. You will ask your tutor questions about Japanese culture. |
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Items to mention: |
– Japanese food | ||
– cultural festival | ||
– wearing Yukata | ||
– visit shrines and temples | ||
– eating with chopsticks | ||
– watching anime | ||
– seiza |
1. | b |
2. | b |
3. | c |
4. | c |
5. | b |
Living Abroad (Intermediate) – At home
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
1. | What is your name? |
2. | Do you live with your grandparents? |
3. | Do you help with household chores? |
4. | Do you know how to cook? |
5. | What do you usually do at home? |
My tutor’s name is | |
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
Bill: | My family and I will stay at my grandparents’ house during summer vacation. |
Alex: | That’s good. You said the place is surrounded by beautiful nature, didn’t you? |
Bill: | Yes. My favorite thing to do is going for a walk after dinner. We see fireflies everywhere. |
Alex: | Amazing. I’ve never seen fireflies before. |
Bill: | My mother likes it when we stay at my grandparents’ house. It is because when we are home, I usually spend my time on my phone, playing video games or watching movies. |
Alex: | I see. Me too, but I also have to do housework because my parents work night shift sometimes. |
Bill: | Oh, that’s why you’re good at cooking! Actually, I’ve never cooked in my life. |
Alex: | Seriously? I think your mother will be happy if you ask her to teach you how to cook. |
1. | Why does Bill’s mother like it when they stay at his grandparents’ house? |
Answer: | |
2. | What is Bill’s favorite thing to do after dinner? |
Answer: | |
3. | Why is Alex good at cooking? |
Answer: |
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.
(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)
1. | Tutor: | What do you usually do when you have free time at home? | |
Student: | I usually paint flowers. | ||
Tutor: | I also like to paint and post my paintings on my website. Do you want to see my work? | ||
Student: |
a. | I will show you. | ||
b. | It’s mine. | ||
c. | Sure. I will post my paintings. | ||
d. | Definitely. What is your web address? |
2. | Tutor: | What kept you busy last night? |
Student: | I helped my mother cook dinner. | |
Tutor: | How often do you cook with her? | |
Student: |
a. | I don’t know. | ||
b. | Twice a week. | ||
c. | I’ll do it. | ||
d. | It’s fun. |
3. | Tutor: | What housework do you like doing? |
Student: | I don’t like doing housework. It is very tiring. | |
Tutor: | It is fun. Why don’t you try doing it with your family? | |
Student: |
a. | I don’t think so. | ||
b. | That’s a great idea. | ||
c. | Yes. It is boring. | ||
d. | No. I want to do housework. |
4. | Tutor: | Hi, what do you have there? |
Student: | Cupcakes. I baked them yesterday. | |
Tutor: | They look yummy! Who taught you how to bake? | |
Student: |
a. | My mother helped me bake them. | ||
b. | I don’t like baking. | ||
c. | My sister who is a pastry chef taught me how to do it. | ||
d. | Do you want some? |
5. | Tutor: | Do you have a pet? |
Student: | Yes, I do. My father and I usually play with my puppy at home. | |
Tutor: | How cute! Who looks after your puppy when you’re not home? | |
Student: |
a. | I bring my puppy to school. | ||
b. | I take care of my puppy when I’m not home. | ||
c. | My mother. She is always home. | ||
d. | I don’t like puppies. |
Situation: | Your tutor will pretend as your friend. You will ask your tutor questions about his/her free time at home. |
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Items to mention: |
– activities you do at home during your free time | ||
– how often you do it | ||
– housework you do | ||
– favorite housework | ||
– least favorite housework | ||
– time you watch TV | ||
– favorite time of the day |
1. | d |
2. | b |
3. | b |
4. | c |
5. | c |
Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Dream
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
1. | What is your name? |
2. | What is your dream? |
3. | Why did you choose that dream? |
4. | What is the most popular job in your country today? |
5. | What was your childhood dream? |
My tutor’s name is | |
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
Alex: | Are you going to attend the career seminar tomorrow? |
Bill: | Definitely. I’ve wanted to meet the speaker in person ever since I was a kid. |
Alex: | Really? Who will be the speaker? What is he famous for? |
Bill: | He is a famous video game programmer. He is the creator of my favorite video game which we played last night. |
Alex: | Oh, really?! I heard that video game has been a best seller for over 10 years. |
Bill: | I was so amazed when I first played the game. Since then, my dream is to become a video game programmer just like him. Now, I’m studying programming in college. |
Alex: | That’s cool! I hope you can make your dream come true! |
1. | What will Alex and Bill attend tomorrow? |
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2. | Why does Alex want to meet the speaker? |
Answer: | |
3. | Why is Alex studying programming? |
Answer: |
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.
(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)
1. | Tutor: | I will transfer to another college. | |
Student: | What are you going to study? | ||
Tutor: | Business administration. I want to take over my father’s company someday. | ||
Student: |
a. | You can do it. | ||
b. | Not yet. | ||
c. | Couldn’t be better. | ||
d. | Either will do. |
2. | Tutor: | What are you going to do during summer vacation? |
Student: | I will go to San Francisco. I got an internship job there! | |
Tutor: | Wow! You made it! Good luck! | |
Student: |
a. | Are you sure? | ||
b. | I’ll try my hardest. | ||
c. | Lean on me. | ||
d. | I’m feeling under the weather. |
3. | Tutor: | I just got back from my Machu Picchu trip. |
Student: | Nice! I noticed that you often travel abroad. | |
Tutor: | It’s my dream to travel all over the world. | |
Student: |
a. | I’m upset. | ||
b. | I feel so fed up. | ||
c. | I envy you. | ||
d. | I’m peeved. |
4. | Tutor: | I’ll start working as a teacher. |
Student: | Congratulations! I remember that your childhood dream was to be a teacher! | |
Tutor: | Yes, finally I made it. | |
Student: |
a. | I’m proud of you. | ||
b. | I don’t mind. | ||
c. | Get well soon! | ||
d. | It’s now or never. |
5. | Tutor: | I’m having a hard time discovering my dream. |
Student: | It’s okay. I think you just need more time to figure that out. | |
Tutor: | Thanks. Lately, I’ve been thinking about what I really want to do in life. | |
Student: |
a. | I don’t think so. | ||
b. | Don’t pressure yourself. | ||
c. | I hope you can make it. | ||
d. | It’s boring. |
Situation: | Your tutor will pretend as your friend. You will ask your tutor questions about his/her dream. |
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Items to mention: |
– childhood dream | ||
– dream job | ||
– reasons why you chose that dream | ||
– how you can reach your dream | ||
– place where you want to live | ||
– what you want to buy if you’re a billionaire | ||
– what you want to do if you’re a billionaire |
1. | a |
2. | b |
3. | c |
4. | a |
5. | b |
Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Class
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
1. | What is your name? |
2. | What was your favorite subject in school? |
3. | Why was that your favorite subject? |
4. | How often did you study English when you were a student? |
5. | What was your major in college? |
My tutor’s name is | |
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
Alex: | Are you available tonight? Let’s play video games. |
Bill: | Sorry, but I have to study tonight. My professor informed us that we will have an exam tomorrow. |
Alex: | In what subject? |
Bill: | Basic Mathematics. I’m not good at Mathematics. |
Alex: | Math is my favorite subject. I won in different Math competitions before. |
Bill: | Really? Can you help me? I can’t keep up with my class. |
Alex: | Sure. I’ll see you after class. |
1. | Why is Bill not available tonight? |
Answer: | |
2. | Who is not good at Mathematics? |
Answer: | |
3. | What will they do after class? |
Answer: |
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.
(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)
1. | Tutor: | What is our next class? | |
Student: | Our next class is history. | ||
Tutor: | Oh, I forgot to bring my text book. | ||
Student: |
a. | You’ll see. | ||
b. | I’ll share my book with you. | ||
c. | Take it easy. | ||
d. | Don’t mind it. |
2. | Tutor: | That’s all for today. Make sure to finish all your homework. |
Student: | Professor, when is the due date? | |
Tutor: | Next Wednesday at noon. Please submit it to me in my office. | |
Student: |
a. | Go for it. | ||
b. | Noted. | ||
c. | Whatever. | ||
d. | My pleasure. |
3. | Tutor: | Have you finished the report in Chemistry class? |
Student: | Not yet. I’m having a hard time working on it. | |
Tutor: | It is difficult. I’m going to the library later to do some research. | |
Student: |
a. | I’ll take over. | ||
b. | Do whatever you want. | ||
c. | Let’s go there together. | ||
d. | I don’t know. |
4. | Tutor: | What time will our morning class start? |
Student: | It will start at 8:40. But we should be in the classroom at 8:30 for a short meeting. | |
Tutor: | Hmm… I might be late this morning due to train delay. | |
Student: |
a. | Leave the school early. | ||
b. | Don’t buy tickets. | ||
c. | Never give up. | ||
d. | You should explain it to our professor. |
5. | Tutor: | Did you apply for a special class this weekend? |
Student: | Special class? I don’t know that. | |
Tutor: | In special classes, senior students help foreign students to catch up on their classes. | |
Student: |
a. | That’s a shame. | ||
b. | I’d love to join. | ||
c. | What is that? | ||
d. | Does that make sense? |
Situation: | Your tutor will pretend as your schoolmate. You will ask your tutor questions about his/her class. |
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Items to mention: |
– favorite subject | ||
– reasons why s/he likes it | ||
– class s/he doesn’t like | ||
– time of his/her first class | ||
– time s/he goes home | ||
– due date of homework | ||
– date of examination |
1. | b |
2. | b |
3. | c |
4. | d |
5. | b |
Eiken Pre 1_1 (SAMPLE)
This is a story about an elderly couple who wanted to adopt a pet.
Describe each picture in 2 sentences.
Your story should begin with the sentence below:
One day, an elderly couple was watching a TV show about the benefits of having a pet.
If you were the elderly woman, what would you be thinking?
Do you think that the government should start more projects to better take care of the elderly citizens?
Do you think that people should adopt pets instead of buying from pet shops?
Do you think that the government should increase the minimum wage?
Eiken1_1
You have 1 minute to prepare.
Your 1 minute starts now.
1. | How would population decline affect the environment? |
2. | Is genetic recombination unethical? |
3. | Should all countries accept immigrants? |
4. | Should criminals be punished or rehabilitated? |
5. | Agree or disagree: The government should ban child labor. |
Your 2 minutes starts now.
1. | |
2. |
You have 1 minute to prepare.
Your 1 minute starts now.
1. | How would population decline affect the environment? |
2. | Is genetic recombination unethical? |
3. | Should all countries accept immigrants? |
4. | Should criminals be punished or rehabilitated? |
5. | Agree or disagree: The government should ban child labor. |
Your 2 minutes starts now.
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2. |
Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Club
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
1. | What is your name? |
2. | Have you been a member of any school club? |
3. | What school club was popular when you were a student? |
4. | Did you join any sports club in your school? |
5. | Do you think it’s important to join school clubs? |
My tutor’s name is | |
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
Alex: | Bill, have you decided what club you are going to join? |
Bill: | No, but I’m interested in mountaineering club. |
Alex: | I thought you would join the football club because you were in the football club in high school. |
Bill: | I like football but I also like hiking. My grandparents often take me hiking and I came to like it. |
Alex: | Yeah. Hiking is a sport that all generations can enjoy. |
Bill: | True. Actually, my grandfather plans to climb Mt. Fuji next summer. I will go with him. |
Alex: | Wow! That’s a big challenge. You need to prepare well before your trip. |
Bill: | That’s right. I’m going to buy new hiking shoes next month. I’m so excited! |
1. | What club does Bill want to join? |
Answer: | |
2. | Why did Alex think that Bill will join the football club? |
Answer: | |
3. | What will Bill do next summer? |
Answer: |
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.
(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)
1. | Tutor: | I joined the dance club. | |
Student: | Awesome! What genre do you dance? | ||
Tutor: | I dance Jazz. I learned jazz dance when I was 4 years old. | ||
Student: |
a. | That’s not good. | ||
b. | That’s true. | ||
c. | That’s the way! | ||
d. | You must be a nice dancer. |
2. | Tutor: | I want to join the drama club but I’m not good at acting. |
Student: | You can do it. Just practice more. | |
Tutor: | You’re right. Could you help me practice my audition script? | |
Student: |
a. | I have to go. | ||
b. | Of course, I’ll help you. | ||
c. | I am hungry. | ||
d. | Drama is not good. |
3. | Tutor: | We will have a cheerleading competition this weekend. |
Student: | Really? Can I go to cheer for you? | |
Tutor: | Absolutely. I’m so nervous. | |
Student: |
a. | Better luck next time. | ||
b. | I know you can do it. | ||
c. | That’s a shame. | ||
d. | It doesn’t matter. |
4. | Tutor: | Do you have a plan after class? Let’s go to the mall. |
Student: | Sorry, I can’t. I have to look for new club members. | |
Tutor: | Oh, do you think I can help you out? | |
Student: |
a. | Yes! You’ll be a big help. | ||
b. | Yes! I don’t want to. | ||
c. | I can do it alone. | ||
d. | You should go to the mall. |
5. | Tutor: | I heard you won a prize in the swimming competition! |
Student: | Yeah. I got a gold medal! | |
Tutor: | Congratulations! I want to be good at swimming, too. | |
Student: |
a. | You don’t have a chance. | ||
b. | Just practice hard. | ||
c. | I’ve got your back. | ||
d. | Nothing on you. |
Situation: | Your tutor will pretend as your classmate. You will ask your tutor questions about his/her club. |
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Items to mention: |
– club s/he joined | ||
– reason for joining the club | ||
– when s/he joined the club | ||
– meeting schedule | ||
– number of members | ||
– club activities | ||
– favorite club activity |
1. | d |
2. | b |
3. | b |
4. | a |
5. | b |