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Living Abroad (Beginner)_Music

DIALOGUE READING

Let’s read the dialogue below. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.

READ

Rob:
Good morning, Miho.
Miho:
Good morning, Rob
Rob:
Which school club are you going to join this year?
Miho:
I’ll still join the Music Club. How about you?
Rob:
I haven’t decided yet. I’ve been a part of the Speech Club for 2 years, and I want to try something new.
Miho:
Why don’t you join us? I’ve seen you play the guitar, and you’re really good at it.
Rob:
That sounds great. Do you know how I can join?
Miho:
Just go to the Music Club room and fill out a form.
Rob:
I see. Thanks, Miho!

EXAMPLE

Before we start the next activity, let’s discuss the example below.

EXAMPLE

new year

ASKING QUESTIONS

Please ask me a question about each item below.

ASK

LA - music

[HS] Lesson 9

PASSAGE READING

Please read aloud the following passage. I will check your pronunciation as you read.

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History of Maps
A map is a drawing of a particular area of land or sea. It helps people travel easier to unfamiliar places. Maps have been used by people over the past centuries. The oldest known maps are preserved on Babylonian clay tablets. According to research, Anaximander is the first Greek to have made a map of the known world. He drew a circular map of the world in the 6th century BC assuming that the earth is round. Maps became more detailed as people’s knowledge of the Earth’s geography grew. During the 19th and 20th century, many more accurate images of the world map were created.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the passage.

ANSWER

1.
 Where are the oldest known maps preserved?
Answer:
2.
 Who is the first Greek to have made a map of the known world?
Answer:
3.
 What happened when people’s knowledge of the Earth’s geography grew?
Answer:

CONSTRUCTING SENTENCES

Please construct sentences using each word below.

CONSTRUCT

Words and Expressions
Sample Sentences
area This area is full of students.
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accurate The answers she gave are accurate.
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detailed He submitted a detailed report.
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create The team wants to create a project that will benefit everyone.
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geography Today, we will talk about geography.
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EXPRESSING OPINIONS

Please answer the following questions based on your opinion. Give at least one reason to support your answer.

ANSWER

1.
 Do you use a map when traveling?
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2.
 Do you find it is easy to read maps?
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3.
 Do you think maps are important?
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4.
 What do you think will happen if there are no maps?
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5.
 What do you think is the best way to travel to unfamiliar places without getting lost?
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6.
 Do you think people should travel to unfamiliar places without a map?
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7.
 Do you think having a person as a guide is better than using a map?
Answer:

[HS] Lesson 8

PASSAGE READING

Please read aloud the following passage. I will check your pronunciation as you read.

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Assumptions
An assumption is something that is accepted and believed to be true without question or proof. It usually starts with incomplete information that people try to complete on their own. Some people base their understanding on what they see, hear, and experience. Assumptions often limit possibilities because some people end up thinking that what they assume is correct. It may stop them from creating better ideas. Challenging assumptions may lead to bigger and better results. It is a strategy wherein people take part in problem solving and testing the ideas that are assumed to be true.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the passage.

ANSWER

1.
 What is an assumption?
Answer:
2.
 Why do assumptions limit possibilities?
Answer:
3.
 Where do some people base their understanding?
Answer:

CONSTRUCTING SENTENCES

Please construct sentences using each word below.

CONSTRUCT

Words and Expressions
Sample Sentences
create The students need to create a plan for their school festival.
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proof The police wanted him to provide proof.
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incomplete He got a low grade because his project was incomplete.
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assume I assume it would stop raining.
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result His parents are happy with his examination results.
Answer:
EXPRESSING OPINIONS

Please answer the following questions based on your opinion.
Give at least one reason to support your answer.

ANSWER

1.
 Do you think it is okay for people to assume?
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2.
 Do you think everyone’s point of view is important?
Answer:
3.
 Why do you think people assume?
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4.
 Do you think assuming is better than problem solving?
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5.
 Should people have a solid proof when making decisions?
Answer:
6.
 Is it okay for people to rely more on their assumptions than on facts?
Answer:
7.
 Do you think people can come up with great ideas based on their assumptions?
Answer:

[HS] Introduce Historical Person

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will give a presentation about a historical person.
Then, I will ask six (6) questions about your presentation.
このレッスンでは、歴史上の人物についてプレゼンテーションをしましょう。
その後、講師が6つの質問とフィードバックをします。

PRESENTATION

(Please start your presentation now.)
プレゼンテーションを始めてください。

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK

Thank you for your presentation.
Let me ask you six (6) questions about it.

ANSWER

1. What comes to your mind when you heard about that person for the first time?
Answer:
2. How did the person become famous?
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3. How was s/he when s/he was a child?
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4. Is s/he still famous?
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5. If it was not for him/her, how would the world be?
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6. Do you want to be like him/her in the future?
Answer:

Eiken Pre 2_17

DIRECTIONS

Read the passage silently for 20 seconds. Then, read the passage aloud in 1 minute starting from the title.

READ

Owning a Car

Nowadays, many people have their own cars. They often bring their cars to work or school. People think that it is easier to travel when you have your own car, so more and more people are buying their own cars. They also think that traveling with their own cars helps them save more time.

QUESTION 1

Please look at the passage.
According to the passage, why are more and more people buying their own cars?

ANSWER

DESCRIBING PICTURES

Please study the picture below.

PICTURE A

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QUESTION 2

Please look at picture A.
They are doing different things. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing. Please describe the picture using 5 actions.

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

DESCRIBING PICTURES

Please study the picture below.

PICTURE B

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QUESTION 3

Now, please look at the man in picture B.
Please describe the situation.

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Do you think owning a car is expensive?

 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 5

Nowadays, some people prefer renting a house to buying a house. Do you think this is a good idea?


If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

Eiken Pre 2_18

DIRECTIONS

Read the passage silently for 20 seconds. Then, read the passage aloud in 1 minute starting from the title.

READ

Giving Gifts

Giving gifts is one of the most popular activities during Christmas. For most people, giving gifts is a way to make someone feel special, so they often buy gifts for their loved ones. People also often give gifts on birthdays. While others give gifts to give back to someone who helped them.

QUESTION 1

Please look at the passage.
According to the passage, why do most people buy gifts for their loved ones?

ANSWER

DESCRIBING PICTURES

Please study the picture below.

PICTURE A

eiken-pre2-18-picture-a---benette-highres

QUESTION 2

Please look at picture A.
They are doing different things. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing. Please describe the picture using 5 actions.

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

DESCRIBING PICTURES

Please study the picture below.

PICTURE B

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QUESTION 3

Now, please look at the man in picture B.
Please describe the situation.

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Do you think parents should always buy gifts for their children?

 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 5

Nowadays, some students take online classes.
Do you want to take an online class?


If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

[HS] (TEMPLATE)

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will give a presentation about a (topic).
Then, I will ask questions and give feedback after your presentation.

このレッスンでは、(topic)について話しましょう。
その後、講師が質問とフィードバックをします。

PRESENTATION

(Please start your presentation now.)

プレゼンテーションを始めてください。

QUESTIONS

Thank you for your presentation.
Let me ask you some questions about it.
1.
2.
3.

FEEDBACK

Now, I will give feedback on your presentation.

Eiken Pre 2_16

DIRECTIONS

Read the passage silently for 20 seconds. Then, read the passage aloud in 1 minute starting from the title.

READ

Wearing Makeup

Nowadays, makeup has become very popular. People usually wear makeup when they go to work, school or a party. Some people like to go for a dark makeup, while others often choose a light makeup look. For some people, makeup helps them feel more beautiful, so they often wear makeup.

QUESTION 1

Please look at the passage.
According to the passage, why do some people often wear makeup?

ANSWER

DESCRIBING PICTURES

Please study the picture below.

PICTURE A

eiken-pre2-16-picture-a---benette-highres (1)

QUESTION 2

Please look at picture A.
They are doing different things. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing. Please describe the picture using 5 actions.

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

DESCRIBING PICTURES

Please study the picture below.

PICTURE B

eiken-pre2-16-picture-b---benette-highres (2)

QUESTION 3

Now, please look at the woman in picture B.
Please describe the situation.

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Do you think it is okay to wear makeup at school?

 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 5

Nowadays, many students want to study abroad.
Do you want to study abroad?


If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

[HS] Cooking

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will give a presentation about a Japanese recipe.
Then, I will ask questions and give feedback after your presentation.
このレッスンでは、用意したレシピについて話しましょう。
その後、講師が質問とフィードバックをします。

PRESENTATION

(Please start your presentation now.)
プレゼンテーションを始めてください。

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK

Thank you for your presentation.
Let me ask you some questions about it.

1.
2.
3.

Now, I will give feedback on your presentation.

PRESENTATION

Now, I will talk about a Filipino recipe . Please ask me questions about it later.
今度は講師がフィリピン料理のレシピを紹介します。
講師のプレゼンテーションが終わったら、講師に質問してください。

PRESENTATION

adobo

Adobo

Adobo is a popular Filipino dish that has a sweet and salty taste. To cook a 4-serving adobo, you need to prepare 1 kilogram of meat and cut it into pieces. You can use either chicken or pork or you can mix them together. The other ingredients are 1 head of crushed garlic, 1/2 cup of soy sauce, 1 cup of vinegar, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 cup of water. After preparing all the ingredients, stir-fry the garlic in a pot until it is golden brown then add the meat. Add vinegar, soy sauce, and water and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until the meat is tender. Lastly, add salt, pepper, and sugar to make it tastier.

QUESTIONS

Do you have any questions about my presentation?

ASK

Thank you for your presentation.
Please let me ask you some questions about it.

1.
2.
3.

[TOEFL] Task 5_Practice 2_2

DIALOGUE READING

Please read aloud the dialogue with your tutor.

READ

Female:
There will be a power interruption in our area later at 6 PM until 12 midnight. I have a deadline to meet tomorrow morning. I might not be able to do it because of that.
Male:
I have seen that announcement on the internet earlier.
Female:
I really don’t know what to do. It is stressing me out. That project is worth 50 percent of our grades.
Male:
Why don’t you do your project in the library?
Female:
 I can’t. The library is open until 7 PM only. My class will end at 5 PM. I don’t think it’s possible to finish it for 2 hours.
Male:
 Then, maybe you can go to the coffee shop. I usually study there.
Female:
 Isn’t it too noisy there? I can’t concentrate if the place is too noisy.
Male:
 Not really. Most of their customers are students who are studying. Also, they have sockets so you can charge your laptop, and you can also use their internet for free.
Female:
 I think that would be too expensive for me. I am trying to save money for our school trip. Anyway, thanks for your suggestions.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the questions about the dialogue.
1. What is the female student and the male student doing?
2. What is the problem?
3. What is the male student’s first solution?
4. What is the male student’s second solution?
5. Which solution do you agree with?

ANSWERS

1. The female student and the male student
2. The problem is that
3. The male student offers two solutions to solve her problem.
His first solution is
4. His second solution is
5. I agree with because

CHECK YOUR ANSWERS

We will check the sample answers. Please repeat after me.

SAMPLE ANSWERS

1. What is the female student and the male student doing?
The female and male students are talking about a problem the female student has.
2. What is the problem?
The problem is that there will be a power interruption in female student’s area. She has a deadline to meet tomorrow. She said that she might not be able to do it because of that.
3. What is the male student’s first solution?
The male student offered two solutions to solve her problem.
His first solution is to do her project in the library.
4. What is the male student’s second solution?
His second solution is to go to the coffee shop where he usually studies. He mentioned that they have sockets so customers can charge their laptops, and she can use their internet for free.
5. Which solution do you agree with?
I agree with the second solution because I think it is more practical. Studying in the library might affect the quality of her work since she has limited time to stay. Unlike in the coffee shop, she can work at her own pace. She does not need to pressure herself to finish her project as soon as she can.