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Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Sightseeing spots in Japan

ASKING QUESTIONS
Please ask me the following questions.
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
ASK
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?
SUMMARIZING INFORMATION
Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.
SUMMARIZE
My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING
Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
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.
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.
ANSWER
1. What will Alex do next week?
Answer:
2. What sight seeing spot did Bill recommend?
Answer:
3. What is Alex excited about?
Answer:
DIALOGUE PRACTICE
Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.

(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)

READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
ROLE PLAY
Let’s do a role play with the given situation. You should mention the items below during the conversation.
PLAY
Situation: Your tutor will pretend as a foreign student in your class.
You will ask your tutor questions about sightseeing spots in Japan.
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
ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE
1. b
2. b
3. d
4. a
5. c

Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Japanese Culture

ASKING QUESTIONS
Please ask me the following questions.
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
ASK
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?
SUMMARIZING INFORMATION
Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.
SUMMARIZE
My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING
Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
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.
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.
ANSWER
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:
DIALOGUE PRACTICE
Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.

(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)

READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
ROLE PLAY
Let’s do a role play with the given situation. You should mention the items below during the conversation.
PLAY
Situation: Your tutor will pretend as a foreign student in your class.
You will ask your tutor questions about Japanese culture.
Items to mention:
– Japanese food
– cultural festival
– wearing Yukata
– visit shrines and temples
– eating with chopsticks
– watching anime
– seiza
ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE
1. b
2. b
3. c
4. c
5. b

Living Abroad (Intermediate) – At home

ASKING QUESTIONS
Please ask me the following questions.
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
ASK
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?
SUMMARIZING INFORMATION
Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.
SUMMARIZE
My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING
Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
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.
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.
ANSWER
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:
DIALOGUE PRACTICE
Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.

(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)

READ AND ANSWER
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?
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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?
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
ROLE PLAY
Let’s do a role play with the given situation. You should mention the items below during the conversation.
PLAY
Situation: Your tutor will pretend as your friend.
You will ask your tutor questions about his/her free time at home.
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
ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE
1. d
2. b
3. b
4. c
5. c

Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Dream

ASKING QUESTIONS
Please ask me the following questions.
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
ASK
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?
SUMMARIZING INFORMATION
Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.
SUMMARIZE
My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING
Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
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!
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.
ANSWER
1. What will Alex and Bill attend tomorrow?
Answer:
2. Why does Alex want to meet the speaker?
Answer:
3. Why is Alex studying programming?
Answer:
DIALOGUE PRACTICE
Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.

(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)

READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
ROLE PLAY
Let’s do a role play with the given situation. You should mention the items below during the conversation.
PLAY
Situation: Your tutor will pretend as your friend.
You will ask your tutor questions about his/her dream.
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
ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE
1. a
2. b
3. c
4. a
5. b

Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Class

ASKING QUESTIONS
Please ask me the following questions.
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
ASK
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?
SUMMARIZING INFORMATION
Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.
SUMMARIZE
My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING
Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
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.
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.
ANSWER
1. Why is Bill not available tonight?
Answer:
2. Who is not good at Mathematics?
Answer:
3. What will they do after class?
Answer:
DIALOGUE PRACTICE
Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.

(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)

READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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?
(Answer is in the last page.)
ROLE PLAY
Let’s do a role play with the given situation. You should mention the items below during the conversation.
PLAY
Situation: Your tutor will pretend as your schoolmate.
You will ask your tutor questions about his/her class.
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
ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE
1. b
2. b
3. c
4. d
5. b

Eiken Pre 1_1 (SAMPLE)

DIRECTIONS
Please look at the comics below and narrate the story.

This is a story about an elderly couple who wanted to adopt a pet.

You have 1 minute to prepare.
PREPARATION
(1 minute to prepare)
DIRECTIONS
You have 2 minutes to narrate the story.
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.

ANSWER
eiken-pre-1-5-highres
QUESTION 1
Please look at the fourth picture.

If you were the elderly woman, what would you be thinking?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2
Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.

Do you think that the government should start more projects to better take care of the elderly citizens?

ANSWER

QUESTION 3
Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.

Do you think that people should adopt pets instead of buying from pet shops?

ANSWER

QUESTION 4
Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.

Do you think that the government should increase the minimum wage?

ANSWER

Eiken1_1

DIRECTIONS
In this lesson, you will practice delivering a speech and I will ask you questions about it.
PREPARATION
Please choose a topic below and make a speech.
You have 1 minute to prepare.
Your 1 minute starts now.
PREPARE
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.
CHOOSE A TOPIC
Your time is up. Now, please tell me the topic you chose.
ANSWER

MAKE A SPEECH
Now, you have 2 minutes to deliver your speech. Please give two reasons to support your opinion.
Your 2 minutes starts now.
SPEECH
QUESTION
Now, I will ask you two questions about your speech.
(Please ask two questions about your student’s speech.)
ANSWER
1.
2.
PREPARATION
Please choose another topic below and make another speech.
You have 1 minute to prepare.
Your 1 minute starts now.
PREPARE
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.
CHOOSE A TOPIC
Your time is up. Now, please tell me the topic you chose.
ANSWER

MAKE A SPEECH
Now, you have 2 minutes to deliver your speech. Please give two reasons to support your opinion.
Your 2 minutes starts now.
SPEECH
QUESTION
Now, I will ask you two questions about your speech.
(Please ask two questions about your student’s speech.)
ANSWER
1.
2.

Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Club

ASKING QUESTIONS
Please ask me the following questions.
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
ASK
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?
SUMMARIZING INFORMATION
Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.
SUMMARIZE
My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING
Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
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!
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.
ANSWER
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:
DIALOGUE PRACTICE
Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.

(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)

READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
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.
(Answer is in the last page.)
ROLE PLAY
Let’s do a role play with the given situation. You should mention the items below during the conversation.
PLAY
Situation: Your tutor will pretend as your classmate.
You will ask your tutor questions about his/her club.
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
ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE
1. d
2. b
3. b
4. a
5. b

Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Hobby

ASKING QUESTIONS
Please ask me the following questions.
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
ASK
1. What is your name?
2. What is your hobby?
3. How much time do you spend on your hobby?
4. What other hobbies would you like to try? Why?
5. Which hobby do you think is the most difficult for you?
SUMMARIZING INFORMATION
Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.
SUMMARIZE
My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING
Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
Alex: Bill, do you have any plans this weekend?
Bill: Nothing special. I’ll just clean my room and go shopping.
Alex: Are you interested in hiking? I’ll go hiking with my friends. Do you want to come?
Bill: Wow, that’s nice! I’ve always thought of trying something new.
Alex: Yeah, I think you will like it. I feel relaxed when I take a walk in nature, that’s why I like hiking. How about you? What is your hobby?
Bill: My hobby is camping. I started camping with my father when I was in high school.
Alex: Amazing! Do you know how to camp? Can you teach me how?
Bill: Sure. I’ll bring my tent with me.
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.
ANSWER
1. Why does Alex like hiking?
Answer:
2. When did Bill start camping?
Answer:
3. What will Bill bring?
Answer:
DIALOGUE PRACTICE
Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.

(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)

READ AND ANSWER
1. Tutor: Hi, Martha. What do you do during your free time?
Student: I read novels during my free time. How about you?
Tutor: I usually play computer games during my free time.
Student:
a. That’s nice.
b. That’s not true.
c. Sure. That’s okay.
d. I don’t mind.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
2. Tutor: I really like basketball. I practice playing every weekend.
Student: Wow! I also like playing basketball.
Tutor: That’s cool! Do you want to play with me on Saturday?
Student:
a. I don’t like basketball.
b. Of course! That would be fun.
c. I like baseball.
d. I don’t want to play with you.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
3. Tutor: We are looking for someone who loves to draw.
Student: I love to draw buildings.
Tutor: That’s nice! Would you like join the art club?
Student:
a. No. That’s boring.
b. Whatever.
c. Yes, I would love to!
d. That’s a big problem.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
4. Tutor: I often see Jenny watching anime.
Student: What kinds of anime does she like?
Tutor: I think she likes fantasy and mystery.
Student:
a. Thank you for your help.
b. Those are nice. I like romance and comedy.
c. My pleasure.
d. You shouldn’t mind it.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
5. Tutor: Hey, Lucas. You like watching soccer games, right?
Student: Yes, I do. Why do you ask?
Tutor: I heard that there will be a live soccer game tonight. You should watch it.
Student:
a. Thanks. I will watch it.
b. It doesn’t matter.
c. Not at all.
d. It’s not a problem.
(Answer is in the last page.)
ROLE PLAY
Let’s do a role play with the given situation. You should mention the items below during the conversation.
PLAY
Situation: Your tutor will pretend as your friend.
You will ask your tutor questions about his/her hobby.
Items to mention:
– favorite hobby
– time spent / how long
– how often
– with whom
– expensive or cheap
– indoor or outdoor
– safe or dangerous
ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE
1. a
2. b
3. c
4. b
5. a

Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Friends

ASKING QUESTIONS
Please ask me the following questions.
Take note of my responses as you will summarize them later.
ASK
1. What is your name?
2. How would you describe your closest friends?
3. How do you usually communicate with your friends?
4. How often do you see your friends?
5. What do you like to do with your friends?
SUMMARIZING INFORMATION
Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.
SUMMARIZE
My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING
Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
Alex: Hey, Bill. How was your first day in school?
Bill: Hi, Alex. It was exciting but also tough for me because I feel shy when I meet new people.
Alex: No worries. I think everyone feels nervous in the beginning.
Bill: Really? Well, my classmates are actually nice but it’s hard for me to initiate a conversation.
Alex: I recommend that you join the newcomers camp. When I was in first year, I made a lot of friends during the camp.
Bill: Sounds interesting. How can I register for the camp?
Alex: Just get an application form from the registration’s office. Fill it out and submit it to the person-in-charge. By the way, why don’t you invite your classmates?
Bill: I see. Yeah, I think it’s a good idea to invite them as well. Thank you.
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.
ANSWER
1. Why was Bill’s first day in school tough for him?
Answer:
2. How did Alex make friends when he was in first year?
Answer:
3. How can Bill register for the newcomers camp?
Answer:
DIALOGUE PRACTICE
Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the appropriate response from the choices below.

(Note to tutor: Please find the answer key in the last page.)

READ AND ANSWER
1. Tutor: Dennis, are you interested in basketball?
Student: Yes, sometimes I play basketball with my friends.
Tutor: Cool! I’m actually looking for new members for our basketball team.
Student:
a. Seriously? I’m not.
b. Sorry, I’m a member of the football club already.
c. Sure, I’ll show you.
d. I don’t mind. Join us.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
2. Tutor: Have you seen Nicky?
Student: Nicky? Who’s Nicky?
Tutor: She is a friend of Ken. She has curly brown hair.
Student:
a. What’s up?
b. It doesn’t matter.
c. I saw her this morning.
d. He knows it.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
3. Tutor: Do you like watching movies?
Student: Yes, of course.
Tutor: I’ve got two movie tickets. Do you want to come with me?
Student:
a. My pleasure.
b. Not at all.
c. You shouldn’t be there.
d. It couldn’t be better.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
4. Tutor: Amy, let me introduce my friend Kevin.
Student: Hi, I’m Amy. Nice to meet you.
Tutor: We are members of chorus club.
Student:
a. How long does it take?
b. It’s not a problem.
c. It might happen.
d. She often talks about you.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER
5. Tutor: Lina! Can I borrow your phone?
Student: Oh, what happened to your phone?
Tutor: My phone is dead. I don’t have my charger with me.
Student:
a. Unfortunately, my phone is dead.
b. Good to hear that.
c. You shoudn’t mind it.
d. Do you want to borrow my charger?
(Answer is in the last page.)
ROLE PLAY
Let’s do a role play with the given situation. You should mention the items below during the conversation.
PLAY
Situation: Your tutor will pretend as your friend.
You will invite your tutor to your birthday party.
Items to mention:
– place
– date
– time
– nearest station (landmark)
– birthday theme
– dress code
– program of the party
ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE
1. b
2. c
3. d
4. d
5. d