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My Life (mp3)
What is the man's name?
Where does he live?
What time does he wake up?
What does he usually eat for breakfast?
What does John do after his morning run?
Where does John work?
Why does John like his job?
What does John do in the evening before bed?
Would you like to have a routine like John's? Why or why not?
What part of John's day do you find most interesting?
A Day at the Market
Anna lives in a small village in the countryside. Every Saturday morning, she goes to the local market to buy fresh fruits and vegetables. The market is a lively place filled with the sounds of people chatting, vendors calling out their prices, and children laughing. Anna enjoys the walk to the market because it takes her through the village square, where she often meets friends and neighbors.
When Anna arrives at the market, she first visits her favorite stall, where Mr. Brown sells organic apples and pears. She always buys a bag of apples for her family. Next, she moves on to the vegetable stall, where Mrs. Green sells a variety of fresh vegetables. Today, Anna buys carrots, potatoes, and a bunch of spinach. After finishing her shopping, Anna likes to visit the small bakery next to the market. She buys a loaf of bread and sometimes treats herself to a sweet pastry.
On her way home, Anna enjoys the peaceful walk back through the village. She looks forward to making a delicious dinner with the fresh ingredients she has bought. The market is one of Anna's favorite places, not just for the food, but for the sense of community and the friendly atmosphere.
Where does Anna live?
What does Anna do every Saturday morning
What is the first thing Anna buys at the market?
Which stall does Anna visit after buying apples?
Why does Anna enjoy walking to the market?
What vegetables does Anna buy today?
What does Anna sometimes buy for herself at the bakery?
How does Anna feel about the market?
Do you think Anna enjoys her life in the village? Why or why not?
What do you think makes the market a special place for Anna?
A Day in Your Life
Imagine that you need to write about a typical day in your life like Anna did in the text about her day at the market. Describe the day from the moment you wake up to the time you go to bed in the evening. Remember to include
Your morning routine: How do you start your day? What is your morning routine?
Your activities during the day: Describe in details the most important things you do during the day
Your evening routine: How do you end your day? What do you usually do before going to bed?
How do you feel: Describe what your feelings are. Are there times during the day where you are especially happy, relaxed or maybe tired?
This assignment will help you train describing everyday situations in English and express your thoughts and emotions in writing. You can use simple sentences, but try to be as precise as possible.
Write at least 150 words
Try to structure your text so it has a clear beginning, middle and ending
If you need to, you can use a dictionary or ask your teachers for help to find the right words
Read your text to check for typos and grammatical errors
Draw or find pictures that fits with the different parts of your day and make these into a collage that you can present with your text.
Clarity and coherence in the text
Use of correct English grammar and spelling
The ability to express daily routines and feelings in an understandable way
Creativity in describing your day
Think about the text you just wrote. Use this as conversation starter. Talk to your partner(s) and find similarities and differences in your days. What do you have in common? Where are you the most different?
Take a few notes - what do you want to say?
Tell your story to your classmates
Start with a presentation: "Hi my name is [Your Name] and today I want to tell you about a typical day in my life.
Use simple sentences. It is OK to take breaks to think while speaking to
After describing your day you can finish with one of these reflections: "I enjoy my day because...", "What I like the most about my day is...", eller "If I could change something about my day, it would be...".
When your classmates speak, listen well for details.
Ask a follow-up question or two when they are done ("What time do you get up?", "Do you like your evenings?")
Practice your abilities to speak English in a structured and coherent way
Improve your speaking skills by talking about familiar topics
Develop your listening skills by engaging in your classmates' presentations
Clarity and coherence in the presentation
Use of appropriate vocabulary and expressions
The ability to listen actively and ask relevant questions to classmates' presentations
Confidence and commitment in the presentation.