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General English (Intermediate) – Medical Care

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

I will ask you the following questions. Please answer.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

1. What is your name?
2. How often do you get a medical checkup?
3. How do you prevent catching a cold?
4. Are medical services expensive in your country?
5. Are there any traditional medicines in your country?

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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 often do you get a medical checkup?
3. How do you prevent catching a cold?
4. Are medical services expensive in your country?
5. Are there any traditional medicines in your country?

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

Nicky: Are you feeling well? You don’t look okay.
Kevin: Not really. I had a fever last night.
Nicky: You should see a doctor. I can take you to a good hospital.
Kevin: Thanks, but I can’t. I don’t have health insurance yet. My health insurance will take effect next month.
Nicky: It’s expensive to get medical care at a hospital without health insurance.
Kevin: True. That’s why I don’t want to see a doctor this month as much as possible.
Nicky: I understand, but nothing is more important than health.
Kevin: That’s true. If I don’t feel better tomorrow, I will see a doctor.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. Why does Nicky want to take Kevin to a hospital?
Answer:
2. Why can’t Kevin see a doctor this month?
Answer:
3. What will Kevin do tomorrow if he doesn’t feel better?
Answer:

DIALOGUE PRACTICE

Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the correct answer.

READ AND ANSWER

1. Tutor: I went to the hospital yesterday and was asked to take a lot of medications. It’s really expensive!.
Student: Yes, medical care is expensive nowadays. We really _____ to take good care of our health.
a. has
b. have
c. is
d. are
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: I think that free public health care should be implemented in every city.
Student: I agree. Getting a free checkup _____ really helpful for everyone.
a. to be
b. would be
c. I’d be
d. cannot be
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: My father has been sick since yesterday. But, he doesn’t want to be taken to the hospital.
Student: Just let him rest _____ give him the medication he needs.
a. and
b. but
c. on
d. so
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: My fever worsened last night. It turns out that I took the wrong medicine.
Student: Oh, no! That’s the reason we need to consult a doctor _____ taking medicines.
a. before
b. after
c. during
d. tomorrow
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: A lot of people get sick easily this rainy season. I think that everyone should take good care of themselves.
Student: That’s true! Having a healthy diet and doing exercises regularly _____ help.
a. can
b. are
c. is to
d. than
(Answer is in the last page.)
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 medical care should be free for everyone?
Answer:
2. What do you think is the secret to a long life?
Answer:
3. Do you think vegetarians are healthier?
Answer:
4. Do you think technology helps in improving medical care?
Answer:
5. Do you think people should have a monthly checkup?
Answer:
6. In your opinion, what unhealthy habits should people stop doing?
Answer:
7. What do you think are the best ways to stay healthy?
Answer:

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. b
2. b
3. a
4. a
5. a

Conversation(Beginner Chapter 3)｜日常会話（初級３章）
Lesson 1: Movies and Television 映画とテレビ

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to talk about movies and television in English.

PART A_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Sam and you will be Alice. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.

PART A_2

Alice, your friend, Mika, is outside. She said you two are going out to watch a movie. What movie is that?
We are going to watch Spider-Girl. It is showing today and we have been waiting for it since last year.

I heard about that movie too. Many people are excited to watch Spider-Girl.
It looks exciting, especially because they got the perfect actress to play Spider-Girl. You can come with us to watch it.

I will watch Spider-Girl with my friends tomorrow. Right now, I will just watch my favorite TV show, The Lost Island.

Okay then. Enjoy watching. See you later!

PART B_1

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask me questions, too.

PART B_2

1. What is the latest movie you watched? Did you like it?
Answer:
2. What are your favorite English and Japanese movies?
Answer:
3. Who is your favorite movie actor and actress?
Answer:
4. What movie would you like to be real?
Answer:
5. What are your favorite TV shows? Why do you like them?
Answer:
6. What kinds of movies interest you the most? (romance, comedy, science fiction, horror, mystery)
Answer:
7. Is there a TV show many people like but you do not like? Why?
Answer:
8. What TV shows would you recommend for me to watch?
Answer:
9. How many hours a day do you watch television?
Answer:
10. Would you ever join a talent competition show on television? Why or why not?
Answer:
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review what you learned in this lesson.
(Please give short feedback on how your student did in 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.
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General English (Intermediate) – History

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

I will ask you the following questions. Please answer.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

1. What is your name?
2. Do you like history?
3. Do you study the history of other countries?
4. What are some of the historical cities in Japan?
5. Who is the most famous historical person you know?

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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 like history?
3. Did you study the history of other countries?
4. What are some of the historical cities in the Philippines?
5. Who is the most famous historical person you know?

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

Nicky: I heard that there are a lot of historical places in Japan. Could you name one?
Kevin: We have the Osaka Castle which was established in the 16th century. It was originally built to represent the authority of Hideyoshi.
Nicky: And, it was reconstructed by the Tokugawa Shogunate which ruled Japan from 1603-1867, right?
Kevin: Yes, That’s right. How about in the Philippines?
Nicky: We have Vigan City in Ilocos. Vigan is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Philippines. Its unique architecture is a combination of cultural elements from the Philippines, China and Spain.
Kevin: Really? I’d love to see that. I have a huge interest in old structures.
Nicky: I’m sure you’d love it. I can take you there when you have time.
Kevin: That’s great! I’ll make myself available for that trip.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. When was the Osaka Castle established?
Answer:
2. Who ruled Japan from 1603-1867?
Answer:
3. Where is Vigan City located?
Answer:

DIALOGUE PRACTICE

Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the correct answer.

READ AND ANSWER

1. Tutor: I will go to Japan in 2020 to watch the Olympics.
Student: That’s nice! Japan also ____ the 1964 Summer Olympics, the 1972 and 1998 Winter Olympics.
a. hosts
b. hosted
c. was hosted
d. hosting
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: Tokyo is the capital city of Japan.
Student: Yes, it is. It is also known ___ the largest city in the country.
a. is
b. are
c. as
d. to the
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: Do you know whom the Philippines was named after?
Student: It ____ named after King Philip II.
a. had
b. was
c. were
d. has
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: I heard that Kanji is adapted from Chinese characters.
Student: Yes, it is. Kanji is kind of difficult ____ I still want to learn it.
a. and
b. but
c. or
d. said
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: I noticed that some of the words spoken in the Philippines sound Spanish.
Student: They are actually Spanish. It’s because the Philippines ____ influenced by Spanish culture.
a. has
b. was
c. were
d. have
(Answer is in the last page.)
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 studying History is important?
Answer:
2. What do you think is the best way to learn about history?
Answer:
3. Do you think traditions teach people about history?
Answer:
4. Do you think your past decisions changed your life?
Answer:
5. Do you think it is important to visit historical places?
Answer:
6. What Japanese period interests you the most? Why?
Answer:
7. What do you think is the most important thing that happened in the last 10 years?
Answer:

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. b
2. c
3. b
4. b
5. b

General English (Intermediate) – Culture

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

I will ask you the following questions. Please answer.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

1. What is your name?
2. How do you describe the Japanese culture?
3. What tradition in your country do you like best?
4. Are you interested in foreign cultures?
5. What foreign culture do you like the most?

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

ASKING QUESTIONS

Please ask me the following questions.

ASK

1. What is your name?
2. How do you describe the Philipine culture?
3. What tradition in your country do you like best?
4. Are you interested in foreign cultures?
5. What foreign culture do you like the most?

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

Nicky: What are you going to do on Christmas Day?
Kevin: I’ll go to school as usual.
Nicky: Are you sure? It’s a national holiday in the Philippines.
Kevin: Really? So, government offices will be closed that day as well. Am I right?
Nicky: Yes. Celebrating Christmas has been a tradition in our country. This began when the Spanish people brought Christianity to the Philippines in 1521.
Kevin: That’s interesting. How do you usually celebrate it?
Nicky: Christmas season starts in September. On Christmas day, families gather to celebrate. We prepare special dishes and gifts for everyone.
Kevin: That’s nice. You enjoy not only Christmas day itself but also the preparation time.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. Why is Christmas a big event in the Philippines?
Answer:
2. When does the Christmas season start in the Philippines?
Answer:
3. What do people prepare on Christmas Day?
Answer:

DIALOGUE PRACTICE

Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the correct answer.

READ AND ANSWER

1. Tutor: Sushi in Japan is very fresh!
Student: I think the location of a country affects ____________ food culture.
a. its
b. of
c. for
d. in
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: Japanese women usually wear kimono on formal occasions.
Student: I heard that ____________ a traditional clothing in Japan.
a. are
b. with
c. its
d. it is
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: It’s difficult to sit in “seiza” position on a Japanese tatami.
Student: I heard the younger generation is not familiar ____________ seiza.
a. in
b. though
c. with
d. on
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: People eat food using their hands in some countries.
Student: In some countries, it’s the most pleasant way ____________ eat food.
a. in
b. is
c. to
d. with
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: People in the Republic of Estonia eat 7 times on New Year’s Day.
Student: They pray for a rich year ____________ a lot of food.
a. to eat
b. by eating
c. eating
d. in eating
(Answer is in the last page.)
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 modern traditions destroy old cultures?
Answer:
2. Do you think culture is created by people?
Answer:
3. In Western culture, once you turn 18, you have to move out from your parents’ house. Do you think this is a good idea?
Answer:
4. What are the advantages of practicing old traditions?
Answer:
5. Do you think adapting to a new culture is difficult?
Answer:
6. Do you think learning about foreign cultures is important? Why?
Answer:
7. Do you think art is valuable in one’s culture?

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. a
2. d
3. c
4. c
5. b

General English (Intermediate) – Technology

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

I will ask you the following questions. Please answer.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

1. What is your name?
2. What kind of technology do you find useful in your daily activities?
3. What are the advantages of technology?
4. Is technology helpful to students?
5. What do you benefit from technology?

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

ASKING QUESTIONS

Please ask me the following questions.

ASK

1. What is your name?
2. What kind of technology do you find useful in your daily activities?
3. What are the advantages of technology?
4. Is technology helpful to students?
5. What do you benefit from technology?

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

Nicky: We went to an amusement park yesterday. I drove for over four hours because we were caught in a traffic jam due to a car accident.
Kevin: That’s terrible. Car accidents usually happen during traffic jams.
Nicky: That’s true. People do not pay enough attention especially when they are tired.
Kevin: Yeah. By the way, I heard that self-driving cars will be released in the near future. They’re automatic, so people will not have to drive anymore.
Nicky: That’s great, but I worry about their safety. Car problems could cause major accidents.
Kevin: That’s right. Well, car companies are still working on it.
Nicky: Technology makes our lives easier, but our safety should be our main priority.
Kevin: That’s right. I hope technology could help reduce car accidents in the future.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. Why did Nicky drive for over four hours?
Answer:
2. What causes major accidents?
Answer:
3. When do accidents usually happen?
Answer:

DIALOGUE PRACTICE

Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the correct answer.

READ AND ANSWER

1. Tutor: Technology is growing fast. I can’t catch up.
Student: ____________. I often ask my sister how to use my smartphone.
a. Me
b. Either
c. Nor
d. Me neither
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: Can you show me the pictures we took together?
Student: Sure. I will share them ____________ you.
a. with you
b. on you
c. of you
d. for you
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: I often talk to my grandmother through a video call.
Tutor: Video calling is useful for people ____________ live far away.
a. what
b. whom
c. who
d. whose
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: I’m happy that strawberries are available all seasons. They’re my favorite.
Student: Good thing Japanese farming technology has high ____________. We can eat strawberries anytime we want.
a. power
b. standards
c. ability
d. line
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: Oh, I lost my key. I can’t enter my room.
Student: Don’t worry. The system ____________ your fingerprint and opens the door automatically.
a. recognize to
b. recognizing
c. will recognize
d. recognizes
(Answer is in the last page.)
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 developing technology is always good?
Answer:
2. In the future, do you think some people will lose their jobs because of AI (artificial intelligence)?
Answer:
3. Do you think technology has disadvantages?
Answer:
4. What kind of technology is the most convenient for you?
Answer:
5. What kind of technology does your country need?
Answer:
6. Do you believe that technology makes people lazy?
Answer:
7. Do you think technology improves the way humans interact?

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. d
2. a
3. c
4. b
5. d

General English (Intermediate) – Education

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

I will ask you the following questions. Please answer.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

1. What is your name?
2. How long have you been going to school?
3. Why did you choose that school?
4. What is your favorite subject?
5. What subject are you not good at?

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

ASKING QUESTIONS

Please ask me the following questions.

ASK

1. What is your name?
2. What did you study in college?
3. Why did you choose that major?
4. What is the most popular major in your country?
5. How many percent of students go to college in your country?

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

Nicky: My friend from the Philippines is visiting me. Let me introduce her after class.
Kevin: That’s cool. How old is she?
Nicky: She is 17 years old. She is in 4th grade in junior high school.
Kevin: Hmmm? I’m confused. She should be in 2nd grade in high school, right?
Nicky: Their education system is different from that of Japan. They have 1 year in kindergarten, 6 years in elementary school, 4 years in junior high school, and 2 years in high school.
Kevin: I heard the news that the amendment of the education system in the Philippines took place in 2012.
Nicky: That’s right. Previously, they only had 10 years of compulsory education before entering a university. This 3-year difference will make a big change in the Philippine education.
Kevin: I agree. I think education is important in the development of a country.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. What is Kevin confused about?
Answer:
2. How many years should a student in the Philippines study before entering a university?
Answer:
3. What is important in the development of a country?
Answer:

DIALOGUE PRACTICE

Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the correct answer.

READ AND ANSWER

1. Tutor: I came to school this morning for Ms. Tracy’s lecture but there was no one in the classroom.
Student: She ____________ us last week that her lecture is cancelled today.
a. asked
b. informed
c. prepared
d. applied
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: Did you finish the report? I had a hard time finishing mine.
Student: Oh no! I ____________ to bring my report. I hope my professor will allow me to give it tomorrow.
a. forgotten
b. forgetting
c. leaving
d. forgot
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: Let’s start our lecture. Is anyone absent today?
Student: Kacy is absent. She is ____________ in a tennis tournament.
a. competing
b. treating
c. indicating
d. go
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: Hi, I didn’t see you in our morning class.
Student: I couldn’t attend the class ____________ train delay.
a. because
b. keen to
c. that’s why
d. due to
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: Professor Tim, do we have a test tomorrow?
Student: Yes. We’ll have a short test ____________ there’s a heavy snow.
a. if
b. as if
c. unless
d. though
(Answer is in the last page.)
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 education is expensive?
Answer:
2. Do you think it’s better to start studying at an earlier age?
Answer:
3. What are the advantages of studying with your classmates?
Answer:
4. What subject is the most helpful in your daily activities?
Answer:
5. Why do you study?
Answer:
6. Do you think studying abroad is better than studying in Japan?
Answer:
7. Do you think everyone should have equal rights to education?

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. b
2. d
3. a
4. d
5. c

General English (Intermediate) – Science

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

I will ask you the following questions. Please answer.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

1. What is your name?
2. Do you like robots?
3. Did you have toy robots when you were young?
4. What kind of robots would you like to have?
5. Do you think robots will be helpful in the future?

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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 like robots?
3. Did you have toy robots when you were young?
4. What kind of robots would you like to have?
5. Do you think robots will be helpful in the future?

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

Nicky: Did you see the show about the latest robots on TV last night?
Kevin: Yes, I did. I’m quite surprised because technology has been evolving too fast.
Nicky: I agree. In the future, I think robots will handle jobs humans do today.
Kevin: Yeah, that might happen, but I think there are jobs that robots can’t do.
Nicky: True. Creative jobs like painting and composing music can’t be done by robots.
Kevin: I think so, too. Robots do what they are instructed to do, but they can’t generate new ideas on their own.
Nicky: We need to balance our way of living with technology.
Kevin: Evolution in technology has its advantages and disadvantages. We need to go about it carefully.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. Why was Kevin surprised?
Answer:
2. What kind of jobs do they think robots can’t do?
Answer:
3. How does Nicky think we should live with technology?
Answer:

DIALOGUE PRACTICE

Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the correct answer.

READ AND ANSWER

1. Tutor: I really find robots interesting. I want to see a real one.
Student: I’ll be attending a robotics convention in Tokyo this Saturday. Why ______ you join me?
a. do
b. aren’t
c. don’t
d. are
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: Our team built a robot that can imitate human voices.
Student: That’s amazing! You ______ display it in the Science fair.
a. should
b. would
c. were
d. seem
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: Do you think there will come a time when robots will have human emotions as well?
Student: I’m not sure about that. But ______ not impossible.
a. they’re
b. she’s
c. them
d. it’s
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: I really like watching movies about robots. How about you?
Student: I ______ curious about robots since I was a kid.
a. was
b. have been
c. has been
d. were
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: I really want to pursue a career in robotics engineering.
Student: You need to ______ a good understanding of geometry and statistics at least.
a. do
b. have
c. find
d. has
(Answer is in the last page.)
EXPRESSING OPINIONS

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

ANSWER

1. What do you think are the advantages of having robots?
Answer:
2. What do you think are the disadvantages of having robots?
Answer:
3. Do you think robots can be smarter than humans?
Answer:
4. Do you think robots can have human emotions?
Answer:
5. What do you think is the most useful kind of robot?
Answer:
6. Do you think robots can work better than humans?
Answer:
7. Who do you think is a better companion, a robot or a human being? Why?
Answer:

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. c
2. a
3. d
4. b
5. b

Grammar｜英文法
Lesson79: Subjunctive Mood 仮定法

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal. In this material, you will learn about the subjunctive mood.

GRAMMAR POINT

PART A_1
Please read the following passage aloud. I will check your pronunciation as you read.
PART A_2

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Mike graduated from college three months ago. He has been having a hard time looking for a job. He wishes he had studied harder in college so he could easily get hired. He wishes an employer would call him with a job offer. He said to himself, “If I pass the interview today, I will be very happy.”

PART A_3
Please answer the following questions based on the passage.
PART A_4

1.
 What does Mike wish he had done in college?
Answer:
2.
 What does he wish an employer would do?
Answer:
3.
 What will he feel if he passes the interview today?
Answer:

PART B_1
Describe the picture using the subjunctive mood.
PART B_2

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PART B_3
Please answer the following questions based on the picture.
PART B_4

1.
 What does the man wish he had?
Answer:
2.
 What did the old woman tell the man?
Answer:

PART C_1
Please answer the following questions based on your experience.
PART C_2

1.
 If you were good at sports, would you join a sports club?
Answer:
2.
 If you were a teacher, would you teach others for free?
Answer:
3.
 What would you wish that people would do for you on your birthday, if you could choose anything?
Answer:
4.
 If you were asked to sing in front of the class, would you do it?
Answer:
5.
 What do you wish you could have done in elementary school?
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 in 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.
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Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Sports

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 play any sports?
3. What sport do you like the most?
4. What is the most popular sport in your country?
5. What sport would you like to try?

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: Hi, Bill. Are you free on Sunday?
Bill: Yes, I am. Why do you ask?
Alex: I have an extra ticket for the basketball game. Would you like to come with me?
Bill: I would love to! I’m a big fan of basketball!
Alex: Really? I’m a basketball fan, too. It’s really awesome when they make three-point shots.
Bill: I really hope that I could learn how to play basketball well.
Alex: I can help you with that. I’m a member of the basketball club.
Bill: Thank you, Alex! I would really appreciate that.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. Who is a member of the basketball club?
Answer:
2. Where will they go on Sunday?
Answer:
3. Who wants to learn how to play basketball well?
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: Do we have a baseball practice today?
Student: No, we don’t. Our coach is not around.
Tutor: I see. When is our next practice?
Student:
a. Our next practice will be next week.
b. Our last practice was last week.
c. There will be free lunch tomorrow.
d. They said it is going to rain.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: I saw you run during your P.E. class. You were really fast!
Student: Thanks. That’s one of my favorite exercises.
Tutor: Would you like to join the track and field club?
Student:
a. No, I like that.
b. I’ll think about it.
c. Yes, I’m really busy.
d. Yes, I’m not interested.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: Were you able to watch the soccer game yesterday?
Student: Yes, it was really intense!
Tutor: Did our favorite soccer team win?
Student:
a. No, it wasn’t.
b. Of course, they did.
c. They are nice.
d. I like that one.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: I heard that you joined the baseball club.
Student: Yes, I did. I really like playing baseball.
Tutor: When did you start playing?
Student:
a. I started playing when I was 10.
b. I like basketball.
c. I was in the park yesterday.
d. I will play tomorrow.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: Do you like sports?
Student: Yes, I do. But I cannot play anymore.
Tutor: That’s sad. Why not?
Student:
a. There are good athletes in Japan.
b. I think it’s really nice.
c. I have to quit to focus more on studying.
d. Wrestling looks fun!
(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 new member of the soccer club.
You will ask your tutor questions about sports.
Items to mention:
– why s/he joined the club
– why s/he likes soccer
– why s/he chose soccer over other sports
– when s/he started playing soccer
– how often s/he plays soccer
– other sport s/he likes
– other sport s/he would like to try

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. a
2. b
3. b
4. a
5. c

Living Abroad (Intermediate) – Music

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 like music?
3. What kind of music do you like?
4. How often do you listen to music?
5. Do you know how to play any musical instrument?

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 heard the new song of our favorite band?
Bill: Yes! It is really nice. I love the lyrics of the song.
Alex: I like it, too! Why don’t we make a song of our own?
Bill: That’s a great idea! I have a guitar that we can use when we write a song.
Alex: What kind of song do you want to make?
Bill: I want to write a love song. It’s romantic.
Alex: Okay. Let’s do that! We can start tomorrow. Can we do that in your house?
Bill: Sure, we can. I’ll see you tomorrow, then.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. Who has a guitar?
Answer:
2. What kind of song are they going to make?
Answer:
3. When are they going to start?
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: You are really good at playing the guitar. Why don’t you join the music club?
Student: I really want to join the club but I don’t have my own guitar.
Tutor: I have a spare guitar. Do you want to borrow it?
Student:
a. Yes, please. I would really appreciate that.
b. We went to a concert yesterday.
c. Yes, please. I don’t want that.
d. Of course! I’m not interested.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: Do you like listening to rock music?
Student: Yes, I do. Why do you ask?
Tutor: We’re going to a rock concert on Friday. Do you want to come with us?
Student:
a. I want to dance tomorrow.
b. I want to but I’m busy.
c. I like jazz music.
d. I don’t like pop.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: I went to your house yesterday, but you weren’t home.
Student: I was at school. I had a music class yesterday.
Tutor: I see. What do you do in your music class?
Student:
a. I play soccer.
b. I play the piano.
c. I like singing.
d. I dance jazz.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: Why do you like listening to music?
Student: It makes me feel relaxed.
Tutor: Really? What kind of music do you like?
Student:
a. I hate music.
b. I don’t like music.
c. I like classical music.
d. I really like listening to music.
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: We are forming a band. But we don’t have a drummer yet.
Student: I know how to play the basic beats of the drums.
Tutor: Why don’t you join us? We can help you practice during weekends.
Student:
a. I went to a concert yesterday.
b. I watched a football game.
c. I don’t know how to play the drums.
d. Sure. I would love that.
(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 music.
Items to mention:
– if s/he likes music
– kind of music s/he likes
– why s/he likes it
– musical instrument s/he plays
– if s/he is a good singer
– how often s/he listens to music
– classical or rock music

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. a
2. b
3. b
4. c
5. d

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