Conversation

Models and Patterns: A: Do you like apples? B: Yes I do. It's my favorite fruit. A: Do you like strawberries? B: No, I don't, but I like blueberries. A: Do you like ___________? B: No, I don't. / Yes I do. It's my favorite fruit. A: Do you like ____________? B: No, I don't, but I like ______________. A: Do you have orange juice for breakfast? B: No, I don't. I usually have coffee or a sandwich. A: Do you have ______________ juice for breakfast? B: Yes, I do. / No, I don't. I usually have _____________. A: Is there any fruit in your refrigerator? B: Yes, There are some apples and oranges in my refrigerator. A: Are there any vegetables in the kitchen? B: There are some carrots and some tomatoes, but there aren't any onions. A: Is there any __________ in ______________? B: Yes, There are some ________ and _________ in _____________. A: Are there any __________ in ____________? B: There are some ______ and some _____, but there aren't any ______. A: Do you need any fruit or vegetables from the supermarket? B: Yes, I need some oranges and some potatoes please. A: Do you need any ________ or __________ from the supermarket? B: Yes, I need some ___________________ please.

Reference: Book: American Channel - Level: Beginners Unit: 9 Lesson 1 COURSE 2 PART A

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Grammar notes: Plural and singular Expletive there some any a on, in

Functions and Competencies: Asking about likes and dislikes Asking about food in fridge or kitchen Talking about going to the supermarket

Vocabulary: Meals during the day. Food and drink. Fruit. Vegetables. Kinds of meat. Variations: x Cultural notes: x Materials needed: x Off campus activity: x

Conversation Models and Patterns: A: What's for lunch? B: There is some chicken with rice and some mashed potatoes. A: Is there any beer? B: No, there isn't. but we have some red wine. A: Are there any french fries? B: Yes, there are. Conversation at home: A: Hello, Pat how are you? B: Fine, thanks Mark. Would you like some coffee? A: Yes, thanks. B: And you, Ronnie? A: No, thank you. I'd like some ice water if you have it, please. B: Sure. A: Would you like something to drink? B: Yes, thanks. Do you have any cammomile tea? A: I'm sorry, I don't have any tea. Would you like some coffee? B: OK, no sugar, please. Conversation in a restaurant A: What would you like, ma'am? B: I'd like the green salad and the beef and rice, please. A: Would you like something to drink? B: Yes, I'd like a diet coke, please. A: I'm sorry. We only have Pepsi Max. B: Well, I'd like a glass of water then, please. A: OK, What would you like for dessert? B: I'd like the Apple Pie a la mode, please. A: Is that all? B: Yes, thank you. Conversation at home: A: What do you usually have for breakfast? B: I always have coffee, toast and orange juice. A: Do you ever have a salad for lunch? B: Sometimes, but not very often.

Reference: Book: American Channel - Level: Beginners Unit: 9 Lesson 2 COURSE 2 PART A

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Grammar notes: Countable nouns Uncountable nouns Would I'd like Expletive there

Functions and Competencies: Offer food and drink Asking for food and drink Accepting and refusing food Ordering in a restaurant Offering food in a restaurant Asking about breakfast, lunch and dinner

Vocabulary: Food and drink Menu options Countables and uncountables Restaurant terminology Dishes in a restaurant

Variations: x Cultural notes: x Materials needed: x Off campus activity: x

Conversation Models and Patterns: A: What's the weather like? B: It's cloudy and cold. A: What's the weather like? B: It's ________________. A: Hello? B: Hello, Mark. This is Jane. A: Hi, Jane. How are you? B: Fine, thanks. What are you doing? A: I'm watching TV. B: What are you watching? A: The Big Bang Theory. A: Hello? B: Hello, _________-. This is _____________. A: Hi, ___________. How are you? B: ____________, thanks. What are you doing? A: I'm ____________. A: What's your mother doing now? B: She's cooking lunch. A: What's ______________ doing now? B: _______'s ______________. A: What are your brothers doing now? B: They're probably taking a class. A: What are ______________ doing now? B: They're probably ___________. A: What's your boyfriend doing these days? B: He's studying a masters in Finance. A: What's ________________doing these days? B: _____'s ________________.

Reference: Book: American Channel - Level: Beginners Unit: 10 Lesson 1 COURSE 2 PART A

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Grammar notes: Present progressive Adjective use Time expressions

Functions and Competencies: Talking about the weather Asking about activities in the moment of speaking Asking about current activities Talking on the phone about TV programs

Vocabulary: Weather Action verbs (current activities) Places and tense expressions

Variations: x Cultural notes: x Materials needed: x Off campus activity: x

Conversation Models and Patterns: A: What are you doing for Independence Day? B: I'm having a party with my friends. A: What are you doing for ____________? B: I'm ___________________. A: Are you going away for the weekend? B: No, I'm not. I'm staying home and I'm studying for a test. A: Are you ____________ ______________? B: No, I'm not. I'm __________. / Yes, I am. A: Are you working and studying? B: No, I'm not. I'm just studying. A: Are you _________ and ___________? B: No, I'm not. I'm just _________. / Yes, I am. A: Hello, Abby. Are you cooking dinner? B: No, I'm not. Why? A: Would you like some pizza and cup of coffee? B: Sure! A: Hello, __________. Are you ___________ now? B: No, I'm not. Why? A: Would you like ____________? B: Sure! / I'm sorry, I can't. A: Are your parents living with you? B: Yes, they are. A: When's your birthday? B: It's on May 13th (in, on) A: When's your mother's birthday? B: It's in December. A: When's St. Valentine's Day? B: It's on February 14th.

Reference: Book: American Channel - Level: Beginners Unit: 10 Lesson 2 COURSE 2 PART A

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Grammar notes: Present progressive as future Adjective use Action verbs Inflexions (ing) Simple present vs present progressive

Functions and Competencies: Asking about future activities Asking and stating about holidays Asking about current activities Inviting Asking about birthdays

Vocabulary: Holidays Famous people's birhdays Action verbs

Variations: x Cultural notes: x Materials needed: x Off campus activity: x

Conversation Models and Patterns: A: Excuse me, how much is that T-shirt? B: It's $35.55. A: Excuse me, how much are those pants? B: They're $155.00 A: How many ties do you have? A: How many pairs of shoes do you have? A: How many hours do you sleep? A: How many tacos can you eat? A: How much money do you have now? A: How much time do you sleep? A: How much water do you drink? A: How much sugar do you take in your coffee? A: How many _________________________? B: How much _________________________? A: Can I help you? B: Yes, do you have any black jeans? A: Yes, we do. What size are you? B: 34 A: Here you are, miss. B: Thank you. Can I try it on? A: Sure, The fitting rooms are over there. B: So, how does it fit you? A: It's perfect. How much is it? B: It's $75.50 A: OK, I'll take it B: Sure. Would you like to pay in cash or credit card? A: Cash, please. NOTES: Conversation in a store: requires garments, and realia

Reference: Book: American Channel - Level: Beginners Unit: 11 Lessons 1 and 2 COURSE 2 PART A

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Grammar notes: How much How many Countable nouns Uncountable nouns Simple present Present progressive Vocabulary: Clothes Currency Accessories Places to shop Numbers

Functions and Competencies: Buying clothes and things Selling and offering Offering help Asking about prices Asking about quantity Asking about amounts

Idioms: How much for the ______? Thats a cheap shirt ( meaning bad quality)

Conversation Models and Patterns: ROUTINES - HABITS A: What do you wear to the office? B: I usually wear a dress or a suit. A: What do you do on weekends? B: I relax, I go to the movies, I go dancing or I go away for the weekend. A: What do you usually do on your birthday? B: I never stay home. I always go to a restaurant or to a night club. A: Do you usually eat eggs for breakfast? B: No, I don't. I have fruit, orange juice or coffee. TEMPORARY ACTIVITIES ON THE SPOT ACTIVITIES FUTURE A: What are you wearing now? B: I'm wearing a skirt and a black top. A: Hi, Jack. What are you doing? B: I'm having breakfast. A: What are you studying in college, Mary? B: I'm studying hospitality management. A: What are you doing next weekend, Mark? B: I'm going to Cuernavaca with some frinds. A: Are you doing exercise, Pat? You look great! B: Yes, I am. I go to the gym every night from 7 to 9. A: What do you do on weekends? B: I usually relax on Saturdays and stay home on Sundays, but now I'm taking a class on Saturday mornings. A: What do you wear on weekdays? B: I often wear a suit or a tie and jacket, but I'm wearing jeans and a T- shirt now. NOTES:

Reference: Book: American Channel - Level: Beginners Unit: 11 Lessons 1 and 2 COURSE 2 PART A

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Grammar notes: Simple present V.S. pressent progressive

Functions and Competencies: Asking about routines and habits Asking and stating temporary activities and activities in the near future Stating frequency of activities Idioms: Whats with the T-shirt (Why are you wearing that t-shirt?)

Vocabulary: Action verbs Routine activities Habits Clothes Time expressions Garments Food Dishes