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10th Grade Speaking

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THEME 1 SCHOOL LIFE  Speaking E10.1.S1. Students will be able to introduce themselves and others individually/ in pairs or small groups. 1. Self-Introduction:    - Can you introduce yourself, including your name, age, and where you’re from?    - What are some of your hobbies or interests?    - What is your favorite subject in school and why? 2. Introducing Others:    - Introduce your partner to the group. Include their name, where they are from, and one interesting fact about them.    - Can you describe your partner’s hobbies or interests and how they spend their free time?    - What are some things you and your partner have in common?     3. Role Play:    - Pretend you are a character in a storybook and introduce yourself and your friends as those characters.     10. Sınıf İngilizce Dersi Konuşma Kazanımları E10.1.S2. Students will be able to exchange personal information in both formal and informal situations. Formal Situations: 1. You meet a new teacher at school. How do you introdu

11th Grade Unit 2 Speaking

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"Students will be able to ask and answer questions about their present and past abilities." **Teacher:** Hi everyone, today we're going to practice talking about our abilities in the present and the past. Let's start with some questions. Sarah, what is something you can do really well now? **Sarah:** Well, I can play the guitar pretty well now. I've been practicing a lot this year. **Teacher:** That's great! And what about when you were younger? Could you play any musical instruments? **Sarah:** No, I couldn't play any instruments when I was younger. I only started learning the guitar two years ago. **Teacher:** Interesting! How about you, David? Is there anything new that you’ve learned to do well recently? **David:** Yes, I can cook different types of cuisine now. I've been taking cooking classes. **Teacher:** That's impressive! Could you cook well when you were a child? **David:** No, back then I couldn't cook at all. My parents did all the

Journaling

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Improve your English by Journaling  Keeping a journal is an excellent way to enhance your English learning journey. By writing regularly, you practice constructing sentences, using new vocabulary, and expressing your thoughts in English. In your journal, you can write about your daily experiences, describe something interesting you learned, reflect on your emotions, or even create imaginative stories. The key is to write consistently and honestly. After you've written a journal entry, consider using ChatGPT to check for any grammatical errors or to suggest improvements. By inputting your journal text into ChatGPT, you can receive feedback and corrections, which can highlight areas for improvement. This habit not only enhances your writing skills but also builds your confidence in using English more fluidly. Just remember, the goal is not perfection but progress, so keep writing and learning every day! İngilizce günlük tutmak İngilizce'nizi Geliştirmek için İyi Bir Yöntem: Günlü

İngilizce hikaye

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The White Butterfly and the Rosemary Plant In a sunny garden, there is a beautiful white butterfly. The butterfly has soft wings that sparkle in the sunlight. Every day, she flies from flower to flower, looking for sweet nectar. One day, the butterfly sees a green plant with small blue flowers. It is a rosemary plant. The butterfly is curious. She flies down to the rosemary plant and lands gently on one of its leaves. "Hello!" says the rosemary plant. "Welcome to my home!" The butterfly is surprised. "You can talk!" she says. "Yes," says the rosemary plant. "I can talk because I love to make friends. What is your name?" "My name is Bella," says the butterfly. "I fly around the garden every day. What is your name?" "I am Rosie," says the rosemary plant. "I grow in this garden. I smell good and help people in their cooking." Bella smiles. "You are special, Rosie! I like your smell." Rosie

Writing a CV

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Sample CV tailored for a high school student applying for a job at a department store: ** James Smith **   123 Elm Street   Springfield, IL 62704   (555) 123-4567   james.smith@email.com   --- ** Objective **   Dedicated and enthusiastic high school student seeking a part-time position at [Department Store Name]. Eager to utilize strong interpersonal and organizational skills to provide excellent customer service and contribute to a positive store environment. [More sample objectives: Objective Motivated high school student looking for a part-time job in retail. Excited to use communication skills to help customers and learn more about sales. Objective Hardworking student eager to join [Store Name] as a team member. Ready to gain experience in providing excellent service and working in a team. Objective Friendly and dedicated individual seeking a cashier position. Aims to use strong math skills and positive attitude to support store operations. Objective Enthusiastic learner seeking an

Prefer, would prefer, would rather

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A) Prefer doing / prefer to do Prefer means to like something better than something else. We use "prefer doing" or "prefer to do" to talk about our preferences in general .  I prefer read ing  a book to watch ing TV. I prefer to read a book rather than watch TV. She prefers driving to work to taking the bus. She prefers to drive to work rather than take the bus. They prefer cooking at home to eating out in restaurants. They prefer to cook at home rather than eat out in restaurants. B) would prefer to do We use "would prefer to do" to say what we choose to do something  now or in the future .  - Let's go out and have a walk in the park. - No, I feel tired. I'd prefer to stay home and have a rest. The museum is a long way away from here. I'd prefer to take a taxi rather than walk .  I'd prefer to go for a walk by the seaside rather than wait here. C) Would rather do = would prefer to do - Shall we study together tonight?  - Well, I&#

Nasreddin Hodja

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The Donkey Debate Nasreddin had many nice neighbors who were always happy to help each other. But there was one woman on his street who nobody liked. She always got involved in other people’s problems and borrowed things without returning them.  One morning, Nasreddin heard a knock at his door. When he opened it, he saw the woman standing outside. "Good morning, Nasreddin," she said. "I need to take some things to my sister's house today. I don’t have a donkey. Can I use yours? I will bring it back tonight." "I’m sorry," Nasreddin replied. "If my donkey were here, I would let you use it. But it is not here." "Oh?" the woman said. "I saw it at your house last night. Where is it now?" "My wife took it into town this morning," explained Nasreddin. Just then, Nasreddin's donkey brayed loudly. "You are not telling the truth, Nasreddin!" the woman said angrily. "I can hear your donkey. You should be

The Future Tense

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Will and be going to  Both " will " and " be going to " are used to talk about future events, but they are used in slightly different contexts. Using "Will" 1. ** Predictions :**    - We use "will" when making a prediction about the future based on our opinions, beliefs, or conjectures.    - Example : "I think it will rain tomorrow." 2. ** Decisions Made at the Moment of Speaking :**    - Use "will" when you decide to do something at the moment of speaking.    - Example : "I’m tired. I think I will go to bed now." 3. ** Promises, Offers, and Requests :**    - "Will" is commonly used when making promises, offers, or requests.    - Example : "I will help you with your homework." Using "Be Going To" 1. ** Plans or Intentions :**    - Use "be going to" for plans or intentions that have been decided before the moment of speaking.    - Example : "I am going to visit my grandpare

Healthy Life

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HEALTHY LIFE Living a healthy life is important for everyone. To be healthy, you need to eat good food, exercise, and sleep well. Eating fruits and vegetables gives your body the vitamins it needs. Try to eat different colors of food. For example, red tomatoes, green broccoli, and yellow bananas are all good choices. Exercise is also very important. You can walk, run, or play sports. Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. This helps your heart and keeps your body strong. Sleep is another key part of being healthy. Adults should sleep at least 7 to 8 hours each night. Sleep helps your body recover and gives you energy for the next day. Remember, living healthy is not just about your body. It is also about your mind. Spend time with friends, laugh, and have fun. A healthy life is a happy life! Questions about the passage: 1. What do you need to do to be healthy? 2. Why should you eat different colors of fruits and vegetables? 3. How much exercise is recommended each day? 4. W

Strengths and weaknesses essay

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My Strengths and Weaknesses Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. I believe it is important to know both to improve ourselves. In this essay, I will talk about my strengths and weaknesses. One of my biggest strengths is my ability to communicate. I enjoy talking to people and sharing ideas. When I meet new friends, I feel happy because I can make them laugh and feel comfortable. This helps me to build strong relationships. Another strength is my determination. When I set a goal, I try my best to achieve it. For example, last year I wanted to improve my English, so I studied every day. Now, I feel more confident when I speak. However, I also have weaknesses. One weakness is my time management. Sometimes I have many tasks to do, but I forget to plan my time well. This can make me feel stressed when I have to finish everything quickly. Another weakness is my shyness. In some situations, like speaking in front of the class, I feel nervous. This can stop me from expressing my ideas fully.

Weekend Getaway

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Planning a Weekend Getaway [ Scene : Two friends, Alex and Mia, are sitting in a park having coffee.] ** Alex :** Hey Mia, have you got any plans for the weekend? ** Mia :** Not yet. I was thinking of doing something fun. Any ideas? ** Alex :** How about a weekend getaway? We could go hiking. ** Mia :** That sounds great! Do you know a good trail? ** Alex :** Yeah, there’s a beautiful one about an hour’s drive from here. It’s not too difficult, and the views are amazing. ** Mia :** Perfect! Should we invite anyone else? ** Alex :** Maybe. What about Jake and Sara? They love the outdoors. ** Mia :** Good idea! Let’s check if they’re free. ** Alex :** Awesome! I’ll send a message in the group chat. ** Mia :** Nice. I’ll bring some snacks and drinks. ** Alex :** Cool, I’ll handle the car rental. Let’s finalize everything by tomorrow! ** Mia :** Sounds like a plan. I’m so excited! Answer the following questions  1. What are Alex and Mia discussing in the park? 2. What activity does Alex su

Talking about your interests

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Talking about your interests  Welcome to today's lesson! We'll learn how to talk about hobbies using expressions like " interested in ," “ into ”, “ crazy about ”, " keen on ," and “ fond of ”. Through student conversations, you'll discover new ways to express what you enjoy. Let's get started! 1. ** Emma **: "I'm really interested in painting. I love experimenting with colors and different techniques. I've also been keen on visiting art galleries to get inspiration for my own work. 2. ** Liam **: "I'm crazy about football! I play every weekend with my friends, and I'm really into following all the major leagues. Watching matches is how I spend most of my evenings, and I'm fond of collecting team jerseys. 3. ** Sophia **: "I've always been fond of reading. Ever since I was a kid, I’d be lost in books for hours. Now, I’m keen on exploring different genres, especially thrillers and historical fiction. I'm also

11th Grade Theme 2

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10th Grade Theme 2

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Self-praise

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Talk about your good qualities (personality traits) Paragraph 1 (A2) "I am happy that I can stay positive even when things are hard. I am determined, so I finish my goals no matter what. I am also kind and like to help others when they need it. I have a good sense of humor, which makes life fun for me and my friends. I always want to learn new things. These good traits make me a good friend." Paragraph 2 (B1+) "I am proud of my ability to stay positive even in difficult situations. One of my strongest traits is my determination, which helps me accomplish my goals no matter the obstacles. I am also a compassionate person, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Additionally, I have a great sense of humor, which not only brings joy to my life but also to those around me. I believe in continuous self-improvement and take pride in my willingness to learn new things every day. These qualities make me a reliable and supportive friend." Paragraph 3 (A2) &qu