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[TOEFL] Task 6_Exercise 3

LECTURE READING 1

I will read aloud the lecture below. Please listen and take notes.

READ

Colors have been an essential factor in film making. They are an important visual tool to narrate stories. Filmmakers usually create a specific color palette that will be used for the entire film. They believe that the use of different colors in movies creates a dramatic impact on viewers. They also affect how people perceive the story. Two of the many reasons why colors are important in films are because they simplify the story and they help viewers understand the emotions in the story.
Now, let’s discuss how colors can simplify the story. One of the goals of every filmmaker is to provide information without the use of words. So, they use specific tints and tones to tell the setting of a story. Filmmakers often use blue to show winter or night. Warm orange suggests autumn. While monochromes are usually used for flashbacks. These colors and distinctive tones help people follow the shift of the stories.
Most filmmakers would agree that emotions can still be expressed even without any words. Colorists do color grading to adjust the colors in every frame by adding or removing colors. This way, they can help viewers deeply understand the emotions of the characters. For example, the character is feeling depressed. To communicate this emotion, the colorist will lower the saturation to make the frame look duller. Dull colors represent grief, sorrow, and the likes.

READING PRACTICE

Now, please read aloud the lecture above.

QUESTION

Using the examples and information from the lecture, talk about the importance of colors in films.

PREPARATION

You have 20 seconds to prepare your answer.
Please start your preparation silently.

PREPARE

(20 seconds for preparation to answer)

ANSWER

You have 60 seconds to answer. Please start your answer now.

ANSWER

CHECK YOUR ANSWERS

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

SAMPLE ANSWERS

A male professor is talking about the importance of colors in film making.
According to the professor, colors are an important visual tool to narrate stories. He also mentions that filmmakers believe that the use of different colors in movies creates a dramatic impact on viewers.
The professor presents two of the many reasons why colors are important in films. He explains that colors simplify the story and they help viewers understand the emotions in the story.
First, the professor explains that colors can simplify the story. He also says that filmmakers use specific tints and tones to tell the setting of a story.
Second, he mentions that colors help viewers understand the emotions. He explains that the colorist adjusts the color based on the emotion they want to express.
Through this short lecture, I learned that colors are important in films. They simplify the story and they help viewers understand the emotions in the story.

LECTURE READING 2

I will read aloud the lecture below. Please listen and take notes.

READ

A lot of people would agree that beauty is all about preference. However, have you ever wondered what influences our preferences? There are some researches that reveal some of the basic factors that affect how people see beauty. Two of them are averaging and facial symmetry which we will be tackling today.
Let us discuss the first factor which is averaging. It is the combination of different facial features of different people. Some researchers conducted a study on averaging. They created artificial faces through computers by combining several people’s facial features. This resulted in average faces which gained more positive feedback compared to faces that have unique facial features. This implies that a face that has mixed-race features looks more attractive for most people.
Now, let’s move on to the second factor. Facial symmetry is the specific measurement of the facial features. If the left side and the right side of a face look like each other, this is considered symmetrical. On the other hand, asymmetrical faces are usually associated with faces with abnormalities. Most people find symmetrical faces more attractive compared to asymmetrical faces. The “beauty is good” and “disfigured is bad” thinking of people might have a significant impact on how they appreciate beauty.
Despite all these factors, we should remember that the way people see beauty today may or may not change in the following years.

READING PRACTICE

Now, please read aloud the lecture above.

QUESTION

Using the examples and information from the lecture, talk about the basic factors that affect how people see beauty.

PREPARATION

You have 20 seconds to prepare your answer.
Please start your preparation silently.

PREPARE

(20 seconds for preparation to answer)

ANSWER

You have 60 seconds to answer. Please start your answer now.

ANSWER

CHECK YOUR ANSWERS

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

SAMPLE ANSWERS

A male professor is talking about some of the basic factors that affect how people see beauty.
There are some researches that reveal some of the basic factors that affect how people see beauty.
The professor presents two factors which are averaging and facial symmetry.
First, the professor explains that average faces gained more positive feedback compared to faces that have unique facial features. This means that a face that has mixed-race features looks more attractive for most people.
Second, he mentions facial symmetry. He explains that most people find symmetrical faces more attractive compared to asymmetrical faces.
Through this short lecture, I learned that there are a lot of factors on how we perceive beauty. Two of them are averaging and facial symmetry.

[TOEFL] Task 6_Practice 2_1

LECTURE READING

I will read aloud the lecture below. Please listen and take notes.

READ

Are you aware of the autonomic nervous system? It is the part of the nervous system that works autonomously and controls certain body processes like blood pressure, pulse rate, and breathing. In this lesson, we will discuss the two main divisions of the autonomic nervous system which are the sympathetic and parasympathetic division.
Let’s start with the sympathetic division. This division prepares the body for stress and emergency situations. It automatically controls the body’s response to any noticed threats. This division is associated with the fight or flight response. The fight or flight response represents the options that people have when they are in danger. The options are dealing with the threat (fight) or running away to safety (flight). When someone is frightened, the heartbeat accelerates and the breathing becomes faster. This is to provide enough energy and oxygen to the body as it responses to danger.
Next, the parasympathetic division. This division keeps the body at rest. This division is responsible for storing and conserving the body’s energy not for immediate but for future use. It slows down the pulse rate and starts the digestion. This division is associated with the rest and digest function. The rest and digest represents the time when the blood pressure decreases, the pulse rate slows down and the digestion starts as the body is at rest. It controls the body processes during ordinary situations. For example, wanting to relax on a weekend while watching your favorite television show on a comfortable chair calls for the rest and digest function.

READING PRACTICE

Now, please read aloud the lecture above.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the questions using the information and examples from the lecture.
1. What is the professor talking about in the lecture?
2. What is the main idea of the lecture?
3. What are the two supporting ideas introduced in the lecture?
4. Please explain the first supporting idea using the example given.
5. Please explain the second supporting idea using the example given.
6. Please explain what you learned through this lecture.

ANSWER

1. The professor is talking about
2. According to the professor,
3. The professor presents
4. First, the professor
5. Second, the professor
6. Through this short lecture, I learned

CHECK YOUR ANSWERS

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

SAMPLE ANSWERS

1. What is the professor talking about in the lecture?
The professor is talking about the autonomic nervous system and what it does.
2. What is the main idea of the lecture?
According to the professor, the autonomic nervous system is the part of the nervous system that works autonomously and controls certain body processes.
3. What are the two supporting ideas introduced in the lecture?
The professor presents the two main divisions of the autonomic nervous system which are the sympathetic and parasympathetic division.
4. Please explain the first supporting idea using the example given.
First, the professor provides the example of a person feeling frightened to explain how the sympathetic division works and what it really does. He explains that the sympathetic division is associated with the fight or flight response which gives people two options when facing threats.
5. Please explain the second supporting idea using the example given.
Second, the professor provides the examples of a person relaxing on a weekend while watching his/her favorite television show on a comfortable chair. He explains that the parasympathetic division is associated with the rest and digest function.
6.
Please explain what you learned through this lecture.
Through this short lecture, I learned that the sympathetic division is responsible for the body’s response to noticed threats or danger. It provides immediate usage of energy. I also learned that the parasympathetic division is responsible for the state of the body being at rest when not detecting any threats at present. It stores energy not for immediate but for future use.

Eiken Pre 2 Batch 3_1

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice reading passages and answering questions.

PASSAGE 1

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Book Club

A book club is a group of people who like to read books. Members usually choose the book they will read. Then, they meet to discuss the books they are reading. During their meetings, they share their thoughts about these books, and in this way they can understand the stories better.

QUESTION

According to the passage, how can book club members understand the stories better?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 2

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Bento

In Japan, bento meals are popular among students and workers. Bento is a Japanese meal with rice, fish or meat, and vegetables packed in a lunch box. They are usually prepared at home or bought from restaurants. Bento meals are healthier, so a lot of people prefer it over fast food.

QUESTION

According to the passage, why do a lot people prefer bento meals over fast food?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 3

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Traveling

Nowadays, many people have become interested in traveling. People usually travel with their family and friends during holidays. They visit beautiful places in their country and abroad. However, some people think that traveling is a way for them to know more about themselves, so they often choose to travel alone.

QUESTION

According to the passage, why do some people often choose to travel alone?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 4

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Foreign Languages

Nowadays, learning a foreign language has become important to many people. Those who want to study or work abroad study other languages like English. This way, they will be able to talk to foreign people. Some people study in language schools, and by doing so they can learn how to speak a foreign language.

QUESTION

According to the passage, how can some people learn how to speak a foreign language?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 5

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Living in a City

These days, many people choose to live in cities. They think that living in a city is better than living in the countryside. Houses in cities are usually near schools, hospitals, and shopping malls. Many big companies and popular universities are in cities, so many people choose to live in a city.

QUESTION

According to the passage, why do many people choose to live in a city?

ANSWER

Grammar｜英文法
Lesson64:可算名詞・不可算名詞 (How much / How many) 3

LESSON GOAL

In this material, you will learn about countable and uncountable nouns. You will also practice using “How much~” and “How many~” in sentences.

PART A_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Sam and you will play Alice. Then, we will switch roles.
以下の会話文を読みましょう。最初に講師がSam、あなたがAliceの部分を読みます。終わったら交代しましょう。

PART A_2

Hey, Alice. How many cakes are we going to bake?
Hi, Sam. We are going to bake 2 chocolate cakes.
I’m going to the supermarket. How much milk do we need?
We need 1 bottle of milk. Please buy sugar, too.
Okay. How much sugar do we need?
We need 2 kilograms of sugar.
How about eggs? How many eggs do we need?
Oh, right. We need 8 eggs for the cakes. Thanks!

PART A_3

Please answer the questions I will ask you about the dialogue.
講師が会話文について質問するので答えてみましょう。

PART A_4

1. How many cakes are they going to bake?
Answer:
2. How much milk do they need?
Answer:
3. How much sugar do they need?
Answer:
4. How many eggs do they need?
Answer:

PART B_1

Study the picture for 1 minute. Please answer the questions below.
１分間イラストを見ましょう。って質問に答えてください。

PART B_2

beginner--how-much-many--uncountable-countable-nouns----zel-highres (1)
1. How many people are there?
Answer:
2. How much milk is in the glass?
Answer:
3. How many chairs are there?
Answer:
PART B_3

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

会話練習をしましょう。講師が質問しますので答えてみましょう。また、講師に質問してみましょう。

PART B_4

1. How many pens do you have?
Answer:
2. How much water do you drink in a day?
Answer:
3. How many classes do you have today?
Answer:
4. How much rice can you eat for lunch?
Answer:
5. How many people are there in your family?
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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Eiken Pre 2 Batch 1_4

DIRECTIONS

Your tutor will ask you the following questions. Start your answer with “Yes” or “No” and explain your answer in 2 sentences.

QUESTION 1

Nowadays, most young people want to have the latest smartphone.
Do you also want to have the latest smartphone?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2

These days, some teenagers like to spend time with their friends at the park.
Do you like going to the park often?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 3

Today, some students spend their time reading history books.
Do you like reading history books?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Today, some people enjoy playing indoor games like board games.
Do you also prefer indoor games over outdoor games?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 5

Nowadays, some people prefer saving money in the bank.
Do you prefer to save your money in the bank?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 6

These days, some people travel to famous places.
Do you like traveling to famous places?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 7

Nowadays, some people like to have a garden.
Do you have a garden?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 8

Nowadays, a lot of people want to try dishes from other countries.
Do you want to try dishes from other countries?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 9

Today, some people run every morning to stay healthy.
Do you like running?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 10

These days, many young people like going to concerts.
Do you like going to concerts?
 
If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

Eiken Pre 2 Batch 2_1

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice reading passages and answering questions.

PASSAGE 1

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Spring

In Japan, spring usually starts from March and ends in May. It is the best time to grow plants because the weather becomes warmer. They can see beautiful flowers during this time, so many people wait for spring to come. They often come together under cherry blossom trees to enjoy this time of the year.

QUESTION

According to the passage, why do many people wait for spring to come?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 2

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Smartphones

Today, most teenagers have their own smartphones. They use it to call or send messages to their family and friends. They also use their smartphones to take pictures, play games, listen to music, and watch videos. They can use their smartphones to do many things, so they always bring their smartphones.

QUESTION

According to the passage, why do most teenagers always bring their smartphones?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 3

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Coffee

These days, coffee has been one of the most popular drinks. Some people drink coffee for breakfast, while others drink coffee many times a day. They think coffee helps them work better. But too much coffee can be bad for a person’s health, so people should stop drinking too much coffee.

QUESTION

According to the passage, why should people stop drinking too much coffee?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 4

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Grocery Shopping

Most people go to a grocery store to buy their daily needs. They usually buy foods and other things they need at home. People should prepare a list of things to buy before going to a grocery store, and in this way they will not forget what they need to buy.

QUESTION

According to the passage, how will people not forget what they need to buy?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 5

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Hiking

Today, many people have become interested in hiking. They usually climb mountains during weekends or holidays. Some people like doing it alone while others join a group. It is a good hobby to be with nature. However, hiking can be dangerous especially when it is raining, so people should be careful when hiking.

QUESTION

According to the passage, why should people be careful when hiking?

ANSWER

[HS] Historical Person

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will give a presentation about a historical person.
Then, I will ask questions and give feedback after your presentation.
このレッスンでは、歴史上の人物についてのプレゼンテーションをしましょう。
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 historical person in the Philippines. Please ask me questions about it later.
今度は講師がフィリピンの歴史上の人物について話します。
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
Rizal Monument in Rizal Park

Jose Rizal

Jose Rizal is one of the greatest Filipino heroes. He was born during the period of Spanish rule in the Philippines. Unlike other heroes, Rizal fought for his country without the use of violence. He wrote novels, essays, and articles that inspired the Filipino people to start a revolution against the Spanish government. As a result, the Spanish government sentenced him to death in Bagumbayan, Manila on December 30, 1896. To remember his bravery, a statue of Rizal was built in Bagumbayan which is now known as Rizal Park.

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. _________________________________________________ ?

Grammar｜英文法
Lesson22: (When, Where, Whose 1) 疑問形

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to ask questions using “when”, “where”, “whose”.

GRAMMAR POINT
PART A_1

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.

PART A_2

My name is ________. What is your name?

PART A_3

I am ________. Nice to meet you.

PART B_1

Please repeat after me.

PART B_2

When ~ ?
Where ~ ?
Whose ~ ?
birthday
party
be held

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue.

PART C_2

TUTOR:
 When is the birthday party?
STUDENT:
 It is on Saturday.
TUTOR:
 Whose birthday is it?
STUDENT:
 It is my sister’s birthday.
TUTOR:
 Where will the party be held?
STUDENT:
 The party is held at our house. See you!

PART D_1

Please answer the questions.

PART D_2

christmas_family
1. When is Christmas Day?

PART D_3

PART D_4

stand1_front02_girl
2. Whose bag is this?

PART D_5

PART D_6

kokage_tree_necchusyou_drink
3. Where is he?

PART D_7

PART D_8

music_guitarist_girl
4. Whose guitar is this?

PART D_9

PART D_10


5. Where are they?

PART D_11

PART E_1

Please ask me the questions.

PART E_2

soccer_boy_brazil
1. Whose ball is this?

PART E_3

PART E_4

hitorigurashi_woman
2. Where is she?

PART E_5

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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[JHS] Entry: When

INTRODUCING SOMETHING

Let’s read!
読んでみましょう！
children's day

When is Children’s day?
こどもの日はいつですか？
Children’s day is in May.
こどもの日は5月です。

READ

shinnenkai_danjo

When is New Year’s Eve?
大みそかはいつですか？
New Year’s Eve is in December.
大みそかは12月です。

INTRODUCING SOMETHING

I’ll describe a holiday. Then, please talk about it.
講師が祝日について説明します。そのあと、聞いたことを話しましょう。
National Foundation Day (Independence Day) is on ____________ in the Phillipines.
フィリピンの建国記念日は_______ です。
When is National Foundation Day in Japan?
日本の建国記念日はいつですか？

ANSWER

National Foundation Day (Independence Day) is on ____________ in the Phillipines.
フィリピンの建国記念日は_______ です。
National Foundation Day is on ____________ in Japan.
日本の建国記念日は_______ です。

INTRODUCING SOMETHING

Now, please tell me something about a holiday. I will talk about it.
次はあなたが祝日について話してください。そのあと講師が聞いたことを話します。

ANSWER

National Foundation Day is on ____________ in Japan.
日本の建国記念日は_______ です。
When is National Foundation Day (Independence Day) the Phillipines.
フィリピンの建国記念日はいつですか？

INTRODUCING SOMEONE

National Foundation Day is on ____________ in Japan.
日本の建国記念日は_______ です。
National Foundation Day (Independence Day) is on ____________ in the Phillipines.
フィリピンの建国記念日は_______ です。

GRAMMAR

Let’s talk about some holidays. Please read after me.
祝日について話します。私のあとに続いて読んでみましょう。

READ

tanabata_boy_girl
When is Tanabata festival?
七夕祭りはいつですか？
Tanabata festival is in July.
七夕祭りは7月です。

coming of age
When is Coming of Age day?
成人式はいつですか？
Coming of Age day is in January.
成人式は1月です。

valentine_watasu_student
When is Valentine’s day?
バレンタインデイはいつですか？
Valentine’s day is in February.
バレンタインデイは2月です。

undoukai_relay
When is Sports day?
体育の日はいつですか？
Sports day is in October.
体育の日は10月です。

GRAMMAR

Tell me when these holidays are. Complete the sentences.
いつの祝日か答えましょう。文章を完成させて答えましょう。

ANSWER

tanabata_boy_girl
______ is Tanabata festival?
七夕祭りはいつですか？
Tanabata festival is in July.
七夕祭りは7月です。
coming of age
______ is Coming of Age day?
成人式はいつですか？
Coming of Age day is in January.
成人式は1月です。
valentine_watasu_student
______ is Valentine’s day?
バレンタインデイはいつですか？
Valentine’s day is in February.
バレンタインデイは2月です。
undoukai_relay
______ is Sports day?
体育の日はいつですか？
Sports day is in October.
体育の日は10月です。
halloween_trickortreat
______ is Halloween?
ハロウィンはいつですか？
Halloween is in October.
ハロウィンは10月です。
christmas_family
______ is Christmas day?
クリスマスはいつですか？
Christmas day is in December.
クリスマスは12月です。

QUESTION

I will ask you some questions. Please answer.
講師が質問します。答えましょう。
1. When is your birthday?
あなたの誕生日はいつですか？
2. When is your winter vacation?
あなたの冬休みはいつですか？
3. When is your next examination?
あなたの次の試験はいつですか？

ANSWER

1. ________________.
2. ________________.
3. ________________.

QUESTION

Now, you will ask me some questions. I will answer.
次はあなたが質問しましょう。

ASK

1. When is your birthday?
あなたの誕生日はいつですか？
2. When is your summer vacation?
あなたの夏休みはいつですか？
3. When are you going to travel?
あなたはいつ旅行に行きますか？

ANSWER

1. ________________.
2. ________________.
3. ________________.

General English (Intermediate) – Energy

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

I will ask you the following questions. Please answer.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

1. What is your name?
2. Do you think electricity is important?
3. Do you often experience power interruption?
4. What do you do to save energy?
5. Can you live without electricity?

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 think electricity is important?
3. Do you often experience power interruption?
4. What do you do to save energy?
5. Can you live without electricity?

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: Have you read the news article about our country planning to use wind energy?
Kevin: Yes, I read the news article yesterday. It says that wind energy will be used to provide energy for the whole country. Do you think it is a good idea?
Nicky: I think it is good. I hope they could make it happen as soon as possible.
Kevin: I hope so. Also, wind energy does not cause pollution that could harm the environment.
Nicky: That’s right. But it is not easy to keep up with wind to provide energy for the whole country.
Kevin: That’s a good point. We cannot always predict the weather. Just like today, it is not very windy.
Nicky: Yes. That is why our country uses natural fuel. It is also cheaper than managing wind energy.
Kevin: You’re correct. Anyway, I hope wind energy could still be considered to improve our environment for future generations.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. What is the topic of the news article that Nicky read?
Answer:
2. Why is it not easy to keep up with wind to provide energy?
Answer:
3. Why does their country use natural fuel?
Answer:

DIALOGUE PRACTICE

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

READ AND ANSWER

1. Tutor: Did you hear the news? Our electricity bill will increase next month.
Student: Oh no! We _______ stop wasting energy from now on.
a. could
b. should
c. can
d. can’t
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: Did you leave the electric fan on?
Student: Sorry, I forgot ______ turn it off.
a. to
b. for
c. because
d. from
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: Is your hometown famous for strong winds?
Student: Yes. We get our energy source _____ strong winds.
a. for
b. to
c. from
d. by
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: I heard you are planning to use solar energy for your house.
Student: Yes. I think it is good _______ the environment.
a. by
b. through
c. to
d. for
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: Energy is important in our lives.
Student: I agree. _____ supports all of our activities.
a. they
b. she
c. it
d. those
(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 are the advantages of having electricity?
Answer:
2. What are the disadvantages of having electricity?
Answer:
3. Do you think saving energy should be taught at school?
Answer:
4. What do you think is the best way to save energy?
Answer:
5. Do you think using electricity should be expensive?
Answer:
6. Do you think life would be difficult without energy?
Answer:
7. Do you think your country will need more energy in the future?
Answer:

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

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

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