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Course content

Units Themes
1 Friends and social life

2 Art and sport

3 Studying online
4 Food and health

5 Being young

Skills /subskills to be developed:

- Listening for specific information.
Listening - Listening for native speakers’ conversations.
- Listening to infer information.

- Reading for a gist.

Reading - Reading for pronunciation.
- Reading for comprehension.
- Speaking for fluency.
Speaking - Pronunciation and intonation.
- Using functions appropriately.
- Writing short sentences.
Writing - Writing short paragraphs.
- Writing compound and complex sentences.
- Friends and social life – leisure activities – sport – remote learning – online
Vocabulary learning – food – fast food – teenagers – adolescence- health issues.
- Talking about occupations
- Comparing
Functions - Expressing opinions
- Asking for and giving advice
- Present perfect tense.
Grammar - WH questions.
- Quantifiers/ countable and uncountable nouns
- Sentence formation: using conjunctions
- Possessives with ‘s or of.
- Impersonal and indefinite pronouns
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- Compound nouns
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Friends and social life

LISTENING SKILL: Personal Life

1. Listen to the people talking in the video
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v035HQHtnrs&ab_channel=SeanStudy )

Q1: What is the video about?

……………………………………………………………………………………………
Q2: Fill in the bubble with words, verbs, phrases mentioned in the video and that are
related to the topic.

2. Complete the paragraph with words/ verbs from the bubble above.

I ……… early in the morning and prepare for my day. After getting ready, I ……… to
school and ………… my lessons. Once classes are over, I ………… home and ………. my
evening routine. I begin by checking my ………... while having a quick snack. Afterwards, I
focus on …………. any pending work before taking a break to ………... Sometimes, I go
………... to clear my mind. Upon returning home, I ……….. shower to freshen up. Later, I
………. myself dinner and enjoy a quiet meal while ……….. a film or reading a ……...
Finally, I end my day by getting some rest and preparing for the next morning, ready to
……….. the cycle all over again.
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READING:

Read the title and write three questions that you think the text may answer.

Building Healthy Relationships

It's important to clarify that respecting others' privacy is a fundamental aspect of
maintaining healthy relationships. If you come across information about the personal lives of
your friends, it's crucial to consider how you obtained that information and whether it was
meant for your knowledge.
If your friends have willingly shared details about their personal lives with you, it's
important to handle that information with care and respect their trust. However, if you've
accidentally stumbled upon private information or have accessed it without their consent, it's
crucial to prioritize their privacy. Avoid using or spreading the information without their
permission.
Ultimately, open communication and mutual trust are essential for healthy
relationships. If you ever feel the need to discuss personal matters with your friends, it's best
to approach them directly and respect their boundaries. Unauthorized access or sharing of
personal information can strain relationships and lead to a breach of trust.
To sum up, respecting the privacy of friends is vital for maintaining trust and
fostering healthy relationships. Whether information about their personal lives is shared
willingly or inadvertently discovered, handling it with sensitivity and respecting boundaries
is key. Upholding trust through open communication and respecting privacy is essential for
building and sustaining strong connections with others.

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS

Read the text and answer the questions bellow.

A.Choose the right answers for the following questions:

1. What is highlighted as a fundamental aspect of maintaining healthy relationships

in the text?

A. Open communication

B. Respecting others' privacy

C. Willing sharing of information
D. Prioritizing personal matters

2. According to the text, why is it crucial to consider how you obtained information
about the personal lives of your friends?

A. To gossip about them

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B. To assess their trustworthiness

C. To share the information widely
D. To determine if it was meant for your knowledge

3. How does the text recommend handling information that friends willingly share
about their personal lives?

A. Disregard the information

B. Share it with others
C. Handle it with care and respect their trust
D. Criticize them for sharing

4. In the context of accidentally discovering private information, what does the text
emphasize as crucial to prioritize?

A. Your own curiosity

B. Privacy of your friends
C. Discussing the information with others
D. Ignoring the information

B. Read the text above and answer the following questions

1. What does the text suggest as essential for healthy relationships besides respecting
privacy?

2. How does the text recommend approaching discussions about personal matters with
friends?

3. According to the text, what can happen to relationships if there is unauthorized access
or sharing of personal information?

Post reading:
Without looking at the text synthesize it in 50 words
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Vocabulary:
Friends and social life

Match the following words with their meanings:

1. Consent - b. The state of being free from public attention or observation.

2. Crucial - c. Essential, central, or necessary.

3. Privacy - d. Permission or agreement, especially regarding personal

information.

4. Fundamental - h. Extremely important or significant.

5. Breach - g. The reliance on the integrity, ability, or character of a person.

6. Boundaries - i. Tact and understanding in dealing with others' feelings.

7. Sensitivity - j. Limits that define acceptable behavior or personal space.

8. Trust - f. The breaking or violation of a rule, agreement, or trust.

Fill in the Blanks with words from the list: Sharing, Trust, consent, sensitivity, breach,
Open, privacy.
1. Always seek ----------------------- before sharing someone's personal information.
2. ----------------------- information about friends without permission can strain
relationships.
3. ----------------------- is essential for building and sustaining strong connections.
4. If you've accidentally stumbled upon private information, it's crucial to prioritize their
--------------------.
5. ----------------------- communication and mutual trust are essential for healthy
relationships.
6. Unauthorized access or sharing of personal information can lead to a ---------------------
-- of trust.
7. Whether information about their personal lives is shared willingly or inadvertently
discovered, handling it with ----------------------- is key.

Match the following words with their meanings:

 Widow/Widower - a. A formal union between partners.

 Spouse - b. A person who is not married.

 Commitment - c. The state of being legally no longer married.

 Companionship - d. The state of having a romantic or sexual connection with

someone.
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 Relationship - e. The state of being dedicated to someone or something.

 Divorced - f. the state of being dedicated to a particular cause, person

 Single - g. A person's husband or wife.

 Married - h. A person who has lost their spouse through death.

Fill in the Blanks with words from the exercise above: couple , commitment, widower,
companionship, single , divorce
1. After the ----------------------- , he focused on rebuilding his life.
2. She chose to remain ----------------------- rather than entering into a relationship.
3. f. He embraced the single life and enjoyed the ----------------------- of new friendships.
4. g. The ----------------------- felt a deep sense of loss after her partner passed away.
5. h. ----------------------- requires effort and compromise from both partners.
6. The ----------------------- decided to take a break and reassess their relationship.

Production
Discuss:

 what qualities do you consider essential for a strong and lasting bond?
 In what ways do you think honesty contributes to the depth of a friendship?
 What role do you think communication plays in the overall health of a friendship?
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Grammar:
Present perfect

1.Read the paragraph and answer the following questions:

a. How have social dynamics changed in recent years, according to the paragraph?

b. What role has virtual interaction played in people's lives, as mentioned in the passage?

In recent years, social dynamics have undergone significant changes, and individuals
have embraced various forms of connection. Many people have experienced the rise of
virtual interactions, having joined multiple online communities and platforms to connect
with friends and acquaintances. The prevalence of social media has played a pivotal role, as
individuals have shared their experiences, achievements, and milestones. People have not
only attended traditional social gatherings but have also participated in virtual events,
creating a blend of in-person and online social experiences. The present perfect tense
becomes evident as individuals describe their diverse social activities, emphasizing the
continuous nature of their engagement in this evolving social landscape. As technology
continues to shape our interactions, the present perfect tense aptly captures the ongoing and
evolving nature of our social lives.

2.Find verbs in the text and classify them according to their tenses.

3.Figure out the form of the present perfect:

Affirmative
Subject+ ………………… …………………. + …………………
…………………. ………………….
Negative
Subject+ ………………… ………………….+ ……….. + ………………
…………….
Interrogative
………………… …………………. + Subject+ …………… …………. ?
4.When do we use the present perfect?

5.Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the present perfect tense:

a. I __________ (never/be) to that new café downtown.

b. She __________ (not/see) her best friend for months.

c. They __________ (just/move) to a new city.

d. Unfortunately, they __________ (already/leave) the party.

6.Make questions using the present perfect tense:

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a. __________ (you/ever/be) to a music festival?

b. __________ (she/see) the latest episode of that TV series?
c. __________ (they/just/move) to a different neighborhood?
d. __________ (he/attend) any social events this month?
e. __________ (you/ever/try) to learn a new language?
f. __________ (she/visit) her hometown since she left?

7. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the present perfect tense:
a. I __________ (visit) three different countries with my friends.

b. __________ (We /attend) any parties together up to now?

c. How many times ____________________ (you/go) to concerts this year?

d. My friends __________ (be) to the beach many times so far.

e. He __________ (not/see) his best friend for months.

f. My friends __________ (not/try) the new Italian restaurant yet.

8.Rewrite the sentences in the negative and interrogative form using the present perfect
tense:
a. I have met a lot of people in this city.

b. She has attended many social events recently.

c. We have tried the new social media software.

d. They have visited that museum twice.

e. My friends have experienced many adventures together.

f. He has lived in this town for a long time.

g. She has participated in several sports events.

9. Write three sentences using the present perfect tense in its three different forms.
a- Affirmative:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
b- Negative:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
c- Interrogative:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Speaking :
Occupations
1. Notice the following occupations and get prepared for the next task.

Pair work
2. In pairs, play the role of an interviewee and interviewer:

 The interviewer asks questions related to the drawn occupation. Encourage open-
ended questions to facilitate more extended conversations.

 The interviewee answers the questions based on the occupation they drew. You can
also add some imaginary details to make it more engaging.
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Writing
Describing a person
A.Notice the following physical features and get prepared for the writing task
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B. Notice the following personality features and get prepared for the writing task
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Let’s write
1. Choose a Friend:

 Choose a friend you know well and would like to describe. It could be a
classmate, a family member, or a close friend.

2. Brainstorming:

 Make a list of qualities, characteristics, and details about their chosen friend.
Encourage them to consider physical appearance, personality traits, hobbies,
interests, and any memorable experiences you have shared.

3. Organize Thoughts:

 Organize their thoughts by categorizing the details. For example, you could
have separate sections for physical appearance, personality, and shared
experiences.

4. Create an Outline:

 Based on the brainstormed ideas, create an outline for your descriptive

paragraph. Include an introduction, body paragraphs focusing on different
aspects, and a conclusion.

5. Write the Descriptive paragraph:

 Using the outline, write a descriptive paragraph about their friend. Use vivid
language, sensory details, and figurative language to bring your friend to life
on paper.

6. Peer Review:

 Exchange essays for peer review. provide constructive feedback focusing on

the clarity of descriptions, use of language, and overall impression.

7. Revision:

 Based on the feedback received, revise and improve your paragraph.

Always remember
Practice makes perfect
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