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Conversation(Beginner Chapter 3)|日常会話(初級3章)
Lesson2: Sports スポーツ

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to talk about sports in an English conversation.

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

Are you ready for our first day in summer swimming class?
Actually, I don’t think I can do it. You know I cannot swim.

Don’t worry, we will swim together. Our swimming teacher will teach us how to swim. It is going to be fun.
You’re right. By the way, can we play volleyball with our friends after the swimming class?

Of course. Now, let’s go. We don’t want to be late on our first day in
swimming class.
Alright. Let’s go!

PART B_1

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

PART B_2

1. What are your favorite sports?
Answer:
2. Name one to three sports that you want to learn.
Answer:
3. Name a sport that you wish you can play but cannot.
Answer:
4. In your opinion, what is the most famous sport in the world?
Answer:
5. Which sport is famous in other countries but not in your country?
Answer:
6. Is there a sport that you do not like?
Answer:
7. Who is your favorite athlete (sports player)?
Answer:
8. What do you think is the most dangerous sport?
Answer:
9. If you were given the chance to join in Olympics 2020, what sport would you like to play? Why?
Answer:
10. Which do you prefer, team sports or solo sports?
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 on 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.

Eiken 2_9

DIRECTIONS

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

READ

Adventure Sports

These days, adventure sports are starting to become popular around the world. Some people enjoy this kind of sports because they are fun and challenging. However, some adventure sports like skydiving, bungee jumping, and mountain climbing could be dangerous. People should have proper training before doing such sports and by doing so, they can avoid accidents while doing adventure sports.

QUESTION 1

Please look at the passage.
According to the passage, how can people avoid accidents while doing adventure sports?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2

Please look at the pictures and describe the situation.
Describe each picture in 2 sentences.

 
Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Shiho was talking to her brother about her weekend plan.

PICTURE

2-9

1st picture:
One day, Shiho was talking to her brother about her weekend plan.
____________________________________________________________.
2nd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.
3rd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.

QUESTION 3

Now, I will ask you the following question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
Some people say that traveling requires a lot of money.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

I agree/disagree ____________________________________________________________.
_______________________________________________________________________________.

QUESTION 4

Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
Today, many young adults choose to live alone rather than live with their parents.
Do you think this is a good idea?

ANSWER

Yes/No ______________________________________________________________________.
_______________________________________________________________________________.

Eiken 2_8

DIRECTIONS

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

READ

Staying Healthy

Nowadays, a lot of people choose to live a healthy life. People who want to be healthy should make it a habit to eat fruits and vegetables. Doing full body exercises at least three times a week also helps people to stay fit. They should eat healthy foods and do such exercises, and in this way they can stay healthy.

QUESTION 1

Please look at the passage.
According to the passage, how can people stay healthy?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2

Please look at the pictures and describe the situation.
Describe each picture in 2 sentences.

 
Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Kana was talking to her husband about eating healthy foods.

PICTURE

2-8
One day, Kana was talking to her husband about eating healthy foods.
____________________________________________________________.
2nd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.
3rd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.

QUESTION 3

Now, I will ask you the following question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
Some people say that the best way to lose weight is by exercising.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

I agree/disagree ____________________________________________________________.
_______________________________________________________________________________.

QUESTION 4

Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
These days, many students choose to study college degrees that are popular.
Do you think this is a good idea?

ANSWER

Yes/No ______________________________________________________________________.
_______________________________________________________________________________.

[TOEFL] Task 5_Practice 1_1

DIALOGUE READING

Please read aloud the dialogue with your tutor.

READ

Female:
Oh no! I left my science project at home. Today is the deadline of that project. I’m in trouble.
Male:
How did that happen?
Female:
I woke up late this morning because I stayed up until midnight to finish that project. I had to rush to school to be on time for my first class. I only realized that I left my project after my first class.
Male:
That’s a big problem. What are you planning to do?
Female:
I don’t know what to do yet. Do you have any ideas?
Male:
Well, you can try to create a new project during your break time. Just make one that looks like the one you made last night.
Female:
It took me a lot of time to make that project last night. I think it took me at least five hours to finish everything. Our break time is only for an hour, and I don’t think that’s going to be enough for me to make a new one.
Male:
Then, why don’t you ask our science teacher for a deadline extension? Tell her what happened and that you will submit your project tomorrow morning instead. I’m sure she’ll understand.
Female:
Our science teacher is very strict when it comes to deadlines. She might allow me to submit it tomorrow but I’m sure that she will deduct some points on my grade as a consequence. I don’t want to fail in science.

COMPREHENSION CHECK 1

Please answer the questions about the dialogue.
What is the female student and the male student doing?

ANSWER 1

The female student and the male student

CHECK YOUR ANSWER 1

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

SAMPLE ANSWER 1

What is the female student and the male student doing?
The female student and the male student are talking about a problem the female student is facing.

COMPREHENSION CHECK 2

What is the problem?

ANSWER 2

The problem is that the female student

CHECK YOUR ANSWER 2

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

SAMPLE ANSWER 2

What is the problem?
The problem is that the female student left her science project at home.

COMPREHENSION CHECK 3

ANSWER 3

The male student offered two solutions to solve the female student’s problem. His first solution is

CHECK YOUR ANSWER 3

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

SAMPLE ANSWER 3

What is the male student’s first solution?
The male student offered two solutions to solve her problem. His first solution is to create a new project during her break time.

COMPREHENSION CHECK 4

What is the male student’s second solution?

ANSWER 4

His second solution is

CHECK YOUR ANSWER 4

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

SAMPLE ANSWER 4

What is the male student’s second solution?
His second solution is to ask their science teacher for a deadline extension and submit the project tomorrow morning instead.

COMPREHENSION CHECK 5

Which solution do you agree with?

ANSWER 5

I agree with because

CHECK YOUR ANSWER 5

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

SAMPLE ANSWER 5

Which solution do you agree with?
I agree with the second solution because it provides a practical result. Asking her science teacher for a deadline extension has more assurance that she will get a good grade for that project. Making a new one means wasting the project which she worked hard for last night. Besides, making it during her break time does not guarantee the quality of her science project. She might not even be able to finish it during her one-hour break time because it took her at least five hours to finish the one that she made last night. In the end, even if her science teacher deducts some points from her grade for submitting her project a day late, at least she was able to submit a presentable project.

Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 3)|日常会話(中級3章)
Lesson13: Economy and Livelihood 経済と暮らし

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to talk about the economy and livelihood in an English conversation.

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

I heard you are planning to have a small business. Have you decided about it?
Yes, I have. I would like to invest in a small convenience store near the school. What do you think?

That is a nice idea. The location is perfect since there are lots of students within that area.
Exactly. Do you think it will be possible to achieve it early next year?

Why not? I believe it is possible even at the end of this year if you already have the budget for it. Go for it!
You actually have a point. I already have the budget. What I just need to do now is to prepare the documents. Thanks for your encouragement.
PART B_1

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

PART B_2

1. What can you say about the recent economic status of your country?
Answer:
2. In some countries, the government provides livelihood projects for less fortunate people. Do you think it is a good idea?
Answer:
3. Why do you think people should be concerned with their country’s economy?
Answer:
4. What is your opinion about other countries having poor economic status?
Answer:
5. Do you think public officials have something to do with their country’s economic status? Why? Why not?
Answer:
6. If the country’s economy is declining, who do you think should be responsible for that?
Answer:
7. Would you consider having a small business for your livelihood in the future?
Answer:
8. What are the most common economic problems in your country?
Answer:
9. Have you studied about economics? What is your opinion about it?
Answer:
10. Do you think everyone should be aware of world economy? Why? Why not?
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 on 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.

Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 3)|日常会話(中級3章)
Lesson20: Jobs and Employment 仕事と雇用

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to talk about employment in an English conversation.

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

I just realized how hard it is to look for a job. I had a job interview yesterday.
It is really hard to look for a job nowadays. How did the interview go?

I think the interview went well. They said they would inform me of their decision by tomorrow.
Wow. That is quite fast. I guess they need to hire people as soon as possible.

I think so. I hope the manager will consider my concern about the work schedule if ever I get hired.
I think the manager would consider your concern about work schedule, especially if you are really fit for the position. Anyway, best of luck!
PART B_1

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

PART B_2

1. What do you think is the most common job in your country?
Answer:
2. Is it difficult to find a job in your country? Why or why not?
Answer:
3. If given a choice, would you like to have an easy low-paying job or a difficult high-paying job?
Answer:
4. Which one is more important to you in terms of your job, being productive or being friendly?
Answer:
5. What is the best job you have had? Why?
Answer:
6. What job did you want to have when you were a child?
Answer:
7. If given a chance, would you like to work as a boss or as a follower/member?
Answer:
8. What is your dream position in a company?
Answer:
9. Do you think it is necessary to take overtime at the office? Why or why not?
Answer:
10. How do you feel when you have job interviews?
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 on 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.

Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 3)|日常会話(中級3章)
Lesson17: Money and Budgeting お金と予算

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to talk about money and budgeting in an English conversation.

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

I really want to buy a new smartphone. The latest smartphone has great features! It is a little expensive, though. Do you think it is a good idea to borrow money for me to buy it?
Do you really need a new smartphone right now? If not, I think it is not a good idea to borrow money for that.

Not really. I just wanted to buy one because I heard it has better features than my smartphone now. What do you think should I do?
If you want, you can save money for you to buy that smartphone. You might not be able to buy it immediately, but at least you will not be in debt.

You have a point there. Starting tomorrow, I will save some of my allowance every day. I hope I could buy a new smartphone next month.
Don’t worry. I know you could do that. Just focus on your goal.
PART B_1

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

PART B_2

1. If you had to choose between love without money and money without love, which one would you choose and why?
Answer:
2. Do you think a typical employee’s salary is enough to live daily in your country?
Answer:
3. What do you think is the best way to save money?
Answer:
4. Where do you consider to invest your money?
Answer:
5. Do you handle money effectively? Why or why not?
Answer:
6. Do you agree in the saying, “Money is the root of all evil”?
Answer:
7. If you would win a million dollars, what would you purchase with that money?
Answer:
8. If you are financially capable, would you help the less-fortunate people all over the world?
Answer:
9. Why do you think most people like shopping?
Answer:
10. “Money makes the world go ‘round.” What do you think does it mean?
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 on 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.

Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 3)|日常会話(中級3章)
Lesson19: Traffic and Transportation 交通と乗り物

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to talk about transportation in an English conversation.

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

My car broke down this afternoon. I don’t think I can use it by tomorrow. I am supposed to have a meeting with clients.
I’m sorry to hear that. I think you can ride a bus or a taxi instead.

I’m going to the Italian restaurant downtown. I would prefer taking a taxi since it is more convenient.
I guess so. I always take the bus going downtown because the fare is cheaper. The Italian restaurant is also near the bus stop so it is hassle-free.

You have a point there. Let me decide tomorrow. I think it depends on the traffic situation. Thanks for your help.
Sure thing. I hope there won’t be any traffic jams tomorrow.

PART B_1

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

PART B_2

1. What is your preferred mode of transportation when going to work/school? Why?
Answer:
2. What can you say about the public transportation in your country?
Answer:
3. What modes of transportation are available around your country?
Answer:
4. How much time do you spend travelling to work/school?
Answer:
5. Do you like walking? Why or why not?
Answer:
6. Have you ever ridden an airplane? Where did you go?
Answer:
7. Is riding a bus difficult in your country? Why or why not?
Answer:
8. Have you ever ridden a boat or a ship? Where did you go?
Answer:
9. Do you fear riding certain types of transportation?
Answer:
10. Is it necessary to have your own vehicle? Why or why not?
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 on 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.

Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 3)|日常会話(中級3章)
Lesson18: Health 健康

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to talk about health in an English conversation.

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

You do not seem energetic today. How are you feeling right now?
I have the flu. I will take a day off from work today to have some rest.

You seem really busy these past few weeks. You should also take good care of your health. Have you already been to the clinic?
Yes, I have. The doctor advised me to have some rest and take medicines for the flu.

I see. If you need help, just call me. Have some rest now. I hope you will feel better as soon as possible.
Thank you. I appreciate your concern.
PART B_1

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

PART B_2

1. Do you think you are a healthy person? Why or why not?
Answer:
2. What was the worst illness you have ever experienced?
Answer:
3. When was the last time you got sick?
Answer:
4. When was the last time you had a medical checkup?
Answer:
5. What common illnesses do you sometimes experience?
Answer:
6. What do you do to stay healthy and fit?
Answer:
7. Do you like taking medications? Why or why not?
Answer:
8. What health programs does your country offer for its people?
Answer:
9. What do you think is the meaning of the saying, “Health is wealth”?
Answer:
10. Do you think the food in your country is healthy? Why or why not?
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 on 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.

Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 3)|日常会話(中級3章)
Lesson16: Community and Social Work コミュニティとソーシャルワーク

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn how to talk about community service in an English conversation.

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

Next week, I am going to volunteer as an English tutor at the kindergarten nearby. We still need more volunteers. Would you like to join?
I would like to join you but I am not sure if I’ll be available next week. Is it your first time to volunteer?

No. Actually, it is my second time. Last year, I volunteered as an English tutor in the same kindergarten. We usually play games, teach English alphabets, and prepare meals for the children.
Wow! That sounds interesting! Being a volunteer seems tiring but sounds fun!

You are right. I feel really glad to teach children in our community.
That is nice to hear. I hope I won’t be busy next week so that I could join you.
PART B_1

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

PART B_2

1. Have you tried community service before? How did it go?
Answer:
2. What kinds of community service would you like to try?
Answer:
3. Have you done social work? Why or why not?
Answer:
4. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of doing social work?
Answer:
5. In your opinion, to whom should social workers focus in your country?
Answer:
6. Do you think social workers should get higher pay because of the nature of their job? Why or why not?
Answer:
7. Do you think the government should be responsible for the lives of their less-fortunate people? Why or why not?
Answer:
8. What activities do social workers usually do in your country?
Answer:
9. In your community, are people willing to help each other in times of trouble?
Answer:
10. Do you feel safe in your community? Please tell me more about it.
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 on 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.