Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson64: Karaoke

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. rendition 演奏、演出
  I know a guy who creates jazz renditions of popular anime songs. They give you a new musical experience, but I still prefer the original.
2. music to my ears 聴きやすい、耳に心地よい
  The sound of the ocean is music to my ears. It calms my mind and makes me think of nice things.
3. gifted 天賦の才のある、有能な
  He created beautiful artwork with the use of recycled materials! He is gifted, indeed.
4. on cloud nine 天に昇る気持ちの、大変幸福な
  She won the lottery. She must be on cloud nine!
5. in full swing フル回転して、調子よくいって
  The restaurant was in full swing when we got there. The waiters were very busy, so we had to wait an hour to be seated.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. rendition 
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2. music to my ears 
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3. gifted 
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4. on cloud nine 
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5. in full swing 
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PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Happy Birthday, Emma!
Thank you, Ron!

What are your plans for tomorrow? How will you celebrate your birthday?
I think I’m going to spend the day at the karaoke with you guys!

Awesome! I am so excited to see you perform again. Your rendition of Namie Amuro’s “Can You Celebrate?” is music to my ears! You are a gifted musician.
Thank you, Ron! Could you please let others know about the party?

Sure thing! By the way, have you already reserved a room? I think the karaoke lounge will be in full swing tomorrow night because it’s Friday.
I already reserved a room for all of us. I also pre-ordered lots of food!

We are going to be on cloud nine for sure! Everyone will have a fantastic time celebrating your birthday with the best songs!
Well, I better get going.

See you tomorrow!
PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: Your_________of grandma’s pasta recipe is surprisingly good.
B: I changed it a little bit and added some new flavors.
2. A: I enjoy looking at the photos from our trip to Italy.
B: I enjoy looking at them too. We looked so happy, like we were_________.
3. A: I will get off from work early today. I will be coming home at 4:00 pm and I am going to cook something delicious.
B: Oh, wow! That is___________.
4. A: She is not your ordinary student. She excels in sports, music, and the arts.
B: I agree. She is definitely_______.
5. A: The beach party was in _____________ by the time you two arrived.
B: I agree. Everyone was having so much fun.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are looking at videos of your birthday party at the karaoke lounge. Discuss with your tutor what the party was like.
PART E_3
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.