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Gifts for everyone Speaking 2
Answer Key 1 Angela has been shopping all day. 2 She bought him a robot. 3 She bought him a leather wallet. 4 Her mum.
Focus ➤ Describing objects ñ Ask a S to read the rubric and explain the task. Check understanding. Remind Ss that the more specific the adjective, the closer it goes to the noun, but when there is little difference, the order is as follows: size, age, shape, colour, origin, material. ñ Allow Ss time to discuss their descriptions in pairs. Go around the classroom monitoring Ss’ work and helping with any difficulties. Then invite pairs to describe some objects for the class.
ñ Allow Ss time to work on their dialogues in pairs. Go around the classroom monitoring Ss’ work and helping with any difficulties. Then invite pairs to repeat their dialogues for the class. Suggested Answer Key A: Well, it wasn’t easy, Mum, but I’ve finally bought presents for everyone. M: Really, dear? What did you get Tim? A: I got him a silver robot. It walks, talks and does tricks. M: Oh, I’m sure he’ll love that. What did you get your father, dear? A: Well, I couldn’t decide what to get Dad, but in the end, I got him a brown leather wallet. M: What a good idea. He certainly needs a new one. That old one of his is falling apart. A: That’s what I thought. I got Wendy a lovely, polka-dot make up case, too. M: Great, now she’ll have somewhere to put all her things. Did you get anything for your grandma? A: How could I forget Granny? I bought her some very tasteful striped cushions. And I bought something for you too, Mum. M: Oh, don’t tell me what it is. That would spoil the surprise.
Suggested Answer Key 1 They’re square, striped, velvet cushions. 2 It’s a square, plastic, polka-dot make-up case. 3 It’s a rectangular, plain, leather wallet. 4 It’s a rectangular, checked, plastic bag. 5 It’s a striped, plastic ball. 6 It’s a round, plain, wooden bowl. 7 It’s a rectangular, plain, silver picture frame.
Reading & Listening 3 a)
Focus ➤ Listening and reading for specific information Explain the task and allow Ss time to scan the text for the information they need. Play the recording. Ss check their answers.
Answer Key It is from Angela to Wendy. It is about her trip to New York and the gifts she has brought back for her family and friend.
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Focus ➤ Reading for detailed understanding ñ Explain the task. Allow Ss time to read the text again. Elicit/Explain the meaning of any unknown words. Check answers around the class.
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Writing 4
Focus ➤ Writing an e-mail Explain the task. Ask Ss to brainstorm what takes place on an exchange programme. Allow Ss time to complete the task in class. Go around the class monitoring Ss’ work and give feedback. Alternatively, you can assign the task for HW provided you have gone through it orally in class.
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