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Part A Self Introduction

A_1

My name is ________. What is your name?

A_2

My name is ________. Nice to meet you.

A_3

Nice to meet you too, ________. How are you today?

A_4

Answer:

A_5

I see. Let’s start our lesson.

Part B Warm-up

B_1

Let’s have a small talk about today’s topic.

B_2

1.	Do you usually read books? If so, what kind of books do you read? If not, where do you usually get information?
Answer:

2.	Do you often talk with your parents?
Answer:

3.	Do you often give advice to your friends or ask for advice?
Answer:

B_3

Thank you for telling me about you!

Part C Reading & Your Opinion 1

C_1

Two people are having a conversation. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.

C_2

Ryu:	Did you see the discussion on WeVideo yesterday?
Nicky:	Yeah, one scientist said that exercise isn’t as important as it used to be to lose weight*.
Ryu:	They said diet apps make losing weight easier than doing exercise every day.
Nicky:	What do you think about that?
Ryu:	I don’t think it’s that easy. In my opinion, real exercise is better for your health than just eating less*.
Nicky:	I’m with you. Exercise is not only good for our bodies but also makes us feel better too.
Ryu:	I totally agree.

lose weight* 減量する
eating less* 食べる量を減らす

C_3

Now, please tell me your opinion related to their topic.

C_4

1.	Do you usually exercise or play any sport?
Answer:

2.	Which do you think is healthier, losing weight by eating less or losing weight by exercising?
Answer:	I think (that)

C_5

Great job! Let’s move on to the next.

Part D Roleplay 1

D_1

Let’s try role-playing both agreeing and disagreeing. Use the phrases and key points as a reference.

D_2

Situation: Paper vs. Digital Study
You and your classmate are talking about whether studying with paper textbooks or on a computer or smartphone is better.
Role: You think a computer or smartphone is better.
Phrases:
‒ Personally, 〜.
‒ For me, 〜.
‒ In my opinion, 〜.
Reasons:
‒ easy to search
‒ have videos and sounds

Answer:

D_3

Great job! Then take the opposite role.

D_4

Situation: Paper vs. Digital Study
You and your classmate are talking about whether studying with paper textbooks or on a computer or smartphone is better.
Role: You think paper textbooks are better.
Phrases:
‒ Personally, 〜.
‒ For me, 〜.
‒ In my opinion, 〜.
Reasons:
‒ easy to write on
‒ do not need a battery

Answer:

D_5

It was a fantastic role play!
Now, please tell me your own thoughts. What are your opinions on the topic? Which do you think is better?

D_6

Answer:

Useful phrases:
‒ I think (that) 〜.
‒ Personally, 〜.
‒ For me, 〜.

D_7

That’s a great point! Thank you for telling me your own idea.

Part E Reading & Your Opinion 2

E_1

Two people are having a conversation about a problem. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.

E_2

Sonny:	What’s the matter, Riko? You don’t look very happy.
Riko:	Oh, I had an argument* with my dad yesterday.
Sonny:	Really? What happened?
Riko:	I want to get a part-time job, but he says no.
Sonny:	I see. If I were you, I would explain why it’s important to you. Why not talk to him again?
Riko:	You’re right. I wish he could understand me better.
Sonny:	I’m sure he will. I think you should show him how responsible* you are.
Riko:	Thanks for the advice, Sonny. I’ll give it a try.

argument* 言い争い
responsible* 責任感がある

E_3

Now, please tell me your own opinion about their topic.

E_4

1.	If you were Riko in the dialogue, would you talk to your father/mother again?
Answer:	If I _____ Riko, I _____________________________.

2.	Have you ever had an argument with your parents? What did you argue about?
Answer:

E_5

Great job! Let’s move on to the next.

Part F Roleplay 2

F_1

Let’s try role-playing the following situation. Use the phrases and some key points as a guide.

F_2

Situation: Choosing an English Job
You and your friend are talking about what job you would choose if you were to use English at work.
Role: Suggest a job that uses English that you would like to do.
Phrases:
‒ If I were to use English at work, I would choose〜.
Hints:
‒ English Teacher
‒ Hotel Concierge
‒ Flight Attendant
‒ International Businessperson
‒ Interpreter
‒ Ground Staff

Answer:

F_3

Great job! Let’s go on to the next situation.

F_4

Situation: Three Birthday Gifts
Your friend said that his/her parents will buy three things for his/her birthday. Your friend is asking you for advice on what he/she should choose.
Role: Give advice on three things to buy.
Phrases:
‒ If I were you, I would choose 〜.
‒ Maybe you could choose 〜.
Items:
‒ new smartphone
‒ headphones
‒ bag or sneakers

Answer:

F_5

It was a fantastic role play!
Now, please tell me your own thoughts. What three items would you choose?

F_6

Answer:

Useful phrases:
‒ If I had to choose three items, I would 〜.

F_7

Nice ones! Thank you for telling me your own opinion.

Part G Free Talk

G_1

Let’s have a free talk.

G_2

1.	What is your hobby?
Answer:

2.	What hobby do you want to try?
Answer:

3.	What are your goals for this year or next year?
Answer: