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Topic Conversationfor Beginners

B1

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Pets• what animals we see at home;• how to choose a good pet;
• why people want pets.

2Key Sentences

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1. Seeing my dog puts a smile on my face.

2. My cat loves it when I give him a massage.

3. This bird wants me to give it food.
4. The little hamster is waiting for a treat.

Conversation
Yuka: John, is that your dog?
John: Yes. He’s Ford. I love him so much. Seeing my dog puts a smile on my face.
Yuka: He’s so cute. Can I touch him?
John: Sure. Touch his ears. He loves it when I touch his ears.
Yuka: You’re right. What a sweet dog!

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Topic Conversationfor Beginners

B2

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Farm Animals• the animals we see on a farm;• more common expressions;• what life on the farm is like;2

Key Sentences

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1. Cows usually feed on grass.
2. There are pigs on my grandfather’sfarm.
3. The chickens are looking forfood on the ground.
4. My grandpa will teach me how to ridea horse.

Conversation
John：Is this your first time on a farm, Yuka?
Yuka：Yes, it is. Look! What are those cows doing on the field?
John: They’re looking for something to eat. Cows usually feed on grass.
Yuka：I see. Is that a horse?
John: Yes, it is. Come on. I will teach you how to ride a horse.

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Topic Conversationfor Beginners

B3

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Zoo Animals• what animals we can see in the zoo;
• how to describe animals;• how to give an opinion.

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Key Sentences

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1. A tiger has big teeth.

2. That monkey looks angry.

3. I think that koala is looking at me.

4. My little rabbit wants to play with me.

Conversation
Yuka：I went to the zoo yesterday. It was fun!
John：What animal do you like in the zoo?
Yuka：I like the tiger! It has big teeth.
John：I think tigers are scary. I like koalas.
Yuka: Why do you like koalas?
John: Because koalas look cute.

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B4

1Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Sea Animals• some animals we can find in the sea;
• what sea animals are like;• useful expressions in daily conversation.

2Key Sentences

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1. You can see plenty of fish in the sea.
2. I’m afraid of sharks because they
can hurt us.
3. Dolphins are playful seaanimals.

4. The whale we saw yesterday was as
big as a truck.

Conversation
John：My cousin and I will go scuba diving next week. Do you want to join?
Yuka：Thanks, but I’ll pass.
John: Why? It’s going to be fun. You can see plenty of fish in the sea.
Yuka：Plenty of sharks too, and I’m afraid of sharks.
John: Come on. We won’t go to places with sharks.
Yuka: I’m sorry, but I’m not going.

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B5

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Insects• what common insects we see;• more common expressions;• what insects do.

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Key Sentences

1. I get scared when a butterfly isnear my face.

Scan and Listen

2. I want to get rid of these mosquitoes.
3. Bees suck nectar from flowers
to make honey.
4. Help me get this ant off my hair.

Conversation
Yuka：It’s a lovely day today, and there aren’t many people here at the park.
John：Yeah, it feels great. Look, there’s a butterfly on your shoulder.
Yuka: Where?! Get it off me!
John：Relax. It’s not going to hurt you.
Yuka: I know, but I get scared when a butterfly is near my face.
John: Don’t worry. It will fly off if you don’t move.

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B6

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Nature• what we see in nature;• how to make a suggestion;• more expressions we can use daily.

2Key Sentences

1. I can’t wait to go camping on themountain next month.

Scan and Listen

2. The forest is such a mysterious place.
3. How about we go to a desert
in Egypt this summer?

4. Before we sail the ocean, we willneed to prepare a boat and some food.

Conversation
John：Let’s go camping on a mountain, Yuka. That’d be a fun summer experience!
Yuka：I don’t enjoy camping. How about we go to a desert in Egypt this summer?
John: I went to the desert in Egypt last year.
Yuka：Oh, really? How about we go to a forest and take pictures of trees and animals?
John: That’s a good idea!

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B7

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Weather• the different kinds of weather;• what we can do in a certain weather;• more useful expressions.

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Key Sentences

1. It’s a good idea to go out and dosomething when it’s sunny.

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2. A rainy day makes me want to stayat home and sleep all day.
3. There’s no need to bring anumbrella when it’s cloudy.
4. For me, snowy days are the best!

Conversation
John：It’s a beautiful day outside. Let’s go out for a walk!
Yuka：No thanks. I’ll just stay here and sleep.
John: You can’t just sleep. It’s a good idea to go out and do something when it’s sunny, you know.
Yuka：Okay! But let’s eat some ice cream before we get back home.
John: Sure! Let’s go.

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B81

Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Seasons• the four different seasons in a year;• what activities we can do in some seasons;• more expressions we can use daily.

2Key Sentences

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1. We will see the flowers bloom in spring.

2. We can hardly see snow in summer.
3. It feels good to walk aroundthe forest during autumn season.
4. It gets colder and colder in winter.

Conversation
Yuka：So, where would we go on our holiday?
John：How about we go to my hometown in autumn?
Yuka: What will we do there?
John：We will walk in a forest with colorful leaves on the ground. You’d love it.
Yuka: Absolutely! You know me well. It feels good to walk around the forest during theautumn season.

9Topic Conversationfor Beginners

B91

Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Flowers• the different kinds of flowers;• some information about the flowers;• more useful expressions;

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Key Sentences

1. It would be nice if someone would
give me a rose on my birthday.

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2. They say that the lotus plant brings
good luck.
3. Oh no! I forgot to water mysunflower at home!

4. Japan is famous for its cherry blossoms
and many tourists love to take pictures of it.

Conversation
John：Wow! Look at all these flowers.
Yuka：The sunflowers look so beautiful!
John: And the roses are so red and pretty.
Yuka：It’d be nice if someone would give me a rose on my birthday.
John: Let’s pick some roses and bring them home.
Yuka: Don’t’! We shouldn’t pick any flowers from the field.

10Topic Conversationfor Beginners

B10

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Disasters• the different kinds of disasters we face;• what to do when facing such disasters;• more expressions we can use daily.

2Key Sentences

1. Because of the earthquake, many
houses were destroyed.

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2. I wish somebody could rescue us
from this flood.
3. It’s my first time seeing a tornado.

4. What a strong typhoon! It will bedifficult to go back home.

Conversation
Yuka：Look at the news, John. A very bad weather hits Boston.
John：Woah! What a strong typhoon!
Yuka：I wish somebody could rescue those people from the flood.
John：I should call my friends living in Boston to check if they’re okay.
Yuka: They can’t answer your call now. Just call them later.
John: Okay, you’re right.

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Topic Conversationfor Beginners

B11

In this lesson, we will review the：Key Words
Pets

Farm Animals

Zoo Animals

Sea Animals

Insects

dogcatbirdhamstercow
pig
chicken
horse

tiger
monkeykoala
rabbitfishsharkdolphinwhale

butterfly
mosquito
beeantNatureWeatherSeasonsFlowers

Disasters

mountain
forestdesert
ocean

sunny
rainy
cloudysnowy

springsummerautumnwinterrose
lotus
sunflower
cherry blossoms

earthquake
flood
tornadotyphoonKey Sentences
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Seeing my dog puts a smile on my face.

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Cows usually feed on grass.

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How about we go to a desert in Egypt?

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I get scared when a butterfly is near my face.

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I wish somebody could rescue us from this flood.

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