Intermediate Conversation: Health

WARM UP

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

READ

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.
CONVERSATION

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

ANSWER

1. Do you think you are a healthy person? Why? Why not?
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2. What was the worst illness you have ever experienced?
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3. How often do you get sick? /When was the last time?
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4. When was the last time you had a medical check-up?
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5. What common illnesses do you sometimes experience?
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6. What do you do to stay healthy and fit?
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7. Do you like taking medications? Why? Why not?
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8. What health programs does your country have for its people?
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9. Health is wealth. What do you think does it mean?
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10. Do you think the food in your country is healthy? Why? Why not?
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