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Topic: |
Speakers: |
Length: |
| easy |
dating |
man – girl |
01:17 |
Pre-Listening Exercise
Imagine that your 16-year-old daughter is about to leave on her first date. What questions do you ask her before she leaves? Are you concerned at all? Why or why not?
Speak Up, Take a Stand! Instructions for Getting the Conversation Started
These statements are designed to get everyone thinking, moving, and talking! The goal is to explore ideas, share opinions, and get ready for the next part of the lesson.
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In a face-to-face classroom: Read each statement aloud. If you agree, move to one side of the room; if you disagree, move to the other. Talk with your group—why do you feel that way? Then, pair students with members of the other group and have students explain their reasons. Rotate partners for more practice.
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In an online classroom: Use polls, emojis, or the chat box in your online platform to show your opinion. Then, join the conversation as a group or in breakout rooms. What do others think? Do you agree or disagree with them?
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For independent learners: Read each statement and think about your opinion. Then say your answer out loud and explain your reason, as if you’re talking to a classmate. This helps you get ready to speak and join real conversations in English. Consider recording your ideas and self-assess your progress.
- First dates should always be short.
- It’s okay to feel nervous on a first date.
- You should always be yourself on a date.
- Talking a lot is better than staying quiet.
- People decide too quickly if they like someone.
- It’s okay to talk about your ex on a first date.
- You can build a good relationship without dating first.
- Sharing hobbies helps build a strong relationship.
- Trust is more important than love at the beginning.
- You should know a person well before starting a relationship.
Idioms
“hit it off” = get along well
“My daughter and her boyfriend hit it off well from the first date.”
“call it quits” = end a relationship
“Hey. I’m your father, and I don’t like that boy. You need to call it quits, or else!“
Listening Exercise
A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.
Vocabulary Practice
Do the vocabulary quizzes with the words from the conversation for more practice:
Post-Listening Exercise
What can children and parents do to make each other feel more comfortable when they talk about dating? How can parents improve relationships with their children?Where do people go on dates in your country? Does the boy pick up the girl from her house or do they meet somewhere? What is your image of the “ideal” date?
Online Investigation
Use the Internet to find out about the dating customs in three different countries. Answer these questions:
- At what age do people date, if they do at all?
- Where do people go on dates?
- What other unique views do people have on dating in these countries?