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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Indoor Hobbies• different kinds of indoor hobbies;• hobbies you are good at;• useful expressions to talk about hobbies.

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Key Sentences
1. She usually spends her weekend
reading children’s stories.

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2. He is good at gaming. He always
wins every game.

3. I used to help mom with cooking.
4. If I could learn a hobby, it would
be painting.

Conversation
John：Yuka, look at this painting. It’s beautiful. Can you paint?
Yuka：Yes, I can. I used to have painting classes before, and I’m good at it.
John：I usually spend my time on gaming, but I want to do painting now. Could you teach me how?
Yuka：Of course. I would love to.

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Outdoor Hobbies• different kinds of outdoor hobbies;• describe the outdoor hobbies;• how to give an opinion.

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Key Sentences

1. He enjoys surfing during summer.

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2. Skiing is quite dangerous but it’sexciting.

3. One of his favorite activities is fishing.
4. The students went camping from
Friday to Sunday.

Conversation
Yuka： I didn’t know that you do surfing. Isn’t it dangerous?
John： Yes, it is but it’s also exciting. I enjoy surfing a lot. In fact, I am going to surf on theweekend. Would you like to come with me?
Yuka： I’m sorry, John. I will go fishing with dad. You know, it’s one of his favorite activities.
John： It’s okay. I’ll invite you some other time.

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Sports• different kinds of sports;• how to play the different sports;• expressions about sports.

2Key Sentences

1. She played basketball against
another university.

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2. I go swimming more often in thepool than in the sea.
3. John does taekwondo to learn
self defense.
4. I have been playing football since I
was ten years old.

Conversation
John： Hi Yuka! You’re into taekwondo, right? How long have you been doing it?
Yuka： I have been doing taekwondo since I was fifteen years old. You should try it.
John： Sure! But I am still busy with the football competition against another school.
Yuka： Tell me when it will be. I’d like to watch and cheer for you.

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Subjects• different subjects at school• how these subjects help us in daily life
• how to give an opinion

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Key Sentences

1. I have been studying English for 5 years.

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2. Science is more interesting thanother subjects.
3. I am most interested in Mathematics.
4. Nowadays, computer lessons must betaught to students.

Conversation
John： Hi Yuka! Are you interested in Language?
Yuka： Very much. I have been learning English for 5 years and French for 2 years.
John： Really? I think learning French is more difficult than English. Isn’t it?
Yuka： It is. But I keep studying hard because I want to travel to France someday.

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1Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Stationery• different kinds of stationery;• uses of some stationery;• how to give an opinion.

2Key Sentences

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1. She takes note of important
information on her notebook.
2. I often use a black ballpoint pen
when writing.

3. I like sticky notes because I
can paste it anywhere.
4. My friend lets me use her highlighter.

Conversation
John： Hello there Yuka! I forgot to bring my pen. Would you let me use yours?
Yuka： I take note of my tasks first then I’ll let you borrow after. Could you wait for a while?
John： Sure, no problem. Oh! I like your notebook. It has no lines on it.
Yuka： Thank you. This is my favorite notebook.

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：School Activities• different kinds of school activities;• the goals of school activities;• how to give an opinion.

2Key Sentences

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1. I joined the race on Sports Day.
2. Because of Scouting, I learned how to
become a good citizen.
3. I spend the Family Day together withmy parents and siblings.
4. I wish I could dance well for ourPerforming Arts.

Conversation
John：Hi Yuka! I am glad to see you and your parents.
Yuka：Me too. This will be the first time for us to join a race on Family Day.
John：Wow. That’s cool. I wish you could be the first to reach the finish line.
Yuka：Thank you, John.

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Parts of the School• different parts of the school;• the function of each part of the school;• how to give an opinion.

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Key Sentences

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1. She is looking for a reference bookin the library.
2. When I feel hungry, I go to thecafeteria and order pasta.
3. Scientists must wear a lab coatand hand gloves in the laboratory.
4. The gymnasium is as huge as abasketball court.

Conversation
John： Hello Yuka! Where will you stay in your free time?
Yuka： When I’m done with my classes, I will go to the library and read books.
John： Me too. I must read the story about Romeo and Juliet for our Performing Arts Club.
Yuka： Good to hear that! Let’s go there together.

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Shoes• different types of shoes;• the different uses of shoes;• how to give an opinion.

2Key Sentences

1. I can’t decide which pair of highheels to buy.

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2. These rain boots look dirty becauseof the mud.
3. His sneakers are much cheaper
than the original price.
4. It is not easy to use ballet shoes.

Conversation
John： Hi Yuka! Are you ready for the party tonight?
Yuka： I can’t decide which pair of high heels to wear. I am still thinking of either
this red pair or this blue pair.
John： For me, the red high heels match your dress better than the blue ones.
Yuka： I agree with you. Please wait for a minute. I’ll just fix everything before we go.

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：
Clothes• different kinds of clothes;• when to use these kinds of clothes;• how to give an opinion.

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Key Sentences

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1. It’s appropriate to wear a suit on
formal meetings.
2. That down jacket looks good on you.
3. She is going to wear a beautiful
long gown on her wedding day.
4. Astronauts must wear spacesuits
into space.

Conversation
John： Good to see you, Yuka. Have you chosen what to wear to the party?
Yuka： I am going to wear a red gown. How about you?
John： I think it’s appropriate to wear a suit. I want to be formal.
Yuka： That’s great! I’m sure it will look good on you.

10Topic Conversationfor Beginners

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Language Target

In this lesson, we will talk about：Musical Instrument• different kinds of musical instruments;• how the instruments are played;• how to give an opinion.

2Key Sentences

1. Carl wants to learn how to play
the maracas.

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2. The trumpet sounds loudand powerful.
3. The band enjoys playing the guitar.
4. The sound coming from the pianois calming.

Conversation
John： Hi Yuka! How was your music class?
Yuka：It was great! I enjoyed playing the piano today. The sound coming fromthe piano was calming. How about your class?
John： Well, my teacher said I play the trumpet gently now. It took me months
to learn it properly.
Yuka： Wow! Good to hear that.

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In this lesson, we will review the：Key Words
Indoor
Hobbies

OutdoorHobbies

SportsSubjects

Stationeryreading
gamingcooking
painting

surfingskiingfishing
campingbasketball
swimming
taekwondo
footballEnglishScience
Mathematics
Computernotebookpen
sticky notes
highlighter

SchoolActivities

Parts of theSchool

Shoes

Clothes

MusicalInstrument

Sports Day
Scouting
Family Day
Performing Arts

library
cafeteria
laboratory
gymnasiumhigh heels
rain bootssneakers
ballet shoe

suitdown jacket
gown
spacesuit

piano
trumpetguitarmaracaKey Sentences1

He is good at gaming. He always wins every game.

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Skiing is quite dangerous but it’s exciting.

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I have been studying English for 5 years.

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If I could learn a hobby, it would be painting.

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Science is more interesting than other subjects.

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