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introductions |
man – girl |
00:52 |
Pre-Listening Exercise
What are the kinds of questions you ask when meeting someone for the first time? Would you ask different questions depending on the age, social status, and gender of the person to whom you are speaking? Write down your ideas before you listen to the conversation.
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.
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- It’s fun to meet new people.
- It’s easy to start a conversation with someone you don’t know.
- I prefer meeting new people in a group rather than alone.
- First impressions are very important when meeting someone.
- Asking questions is a good way to get to know someone.
- It’s important to be friendly when meeting new people.
- I feel nervous when meeting someone for the first time.
- People should introduce themselves with a smile.
- It’s easy to make friends when you meet new people.
- I feel happy when I meet someone who becomes my friend.
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
Introduce yourself to three other people in your class including information on your nationality, family, school, work, and hobbies.
Use the Internet to do research on a famous person. Find out as much information as you can including the points mentioned in number one. Then, pretend you are that person and introduce yourself to other students in the class.
Online Investigation
People say hello and greet one another differently in the world. Some shake hands, and others hug each other. Use the Internet to search for information about how people greet each other in the countries below. What do they say when they meet in formal or casual situations? What do people do when they greet each other?
- Mexico
- Japan
- India
- Ghana or Senegal
- Philippines
- Saudi Arabia, Yemen, or Oman
- Thailand
- the United States