Modern English VIII

                                                  28.04.24

                                        22.04.24  

 (homework for 14 th of May)

To have a freedom to be whatever you like               иметь свободу быть, кем хочешь

To get a feedback                                                        получать обратную связь

To keep in touch with smb                                          поддерживать связь с кем-либо

To stay always connected                                           оставаться всегда на связи

To send a friend request                                                отправить запрос на дружбу

A mutual friend                                                               общий друг

To have smb in common               иметь кого-то в общих друзьях

An emoticon [ɪ'məutɪˌkɔn]           смайлик

To tag smb in the photo                                                  отметить кого-либо на фотографии

To like smth on Facebook                                              поставить “лайк” (в Фэйсбуке), «лайкать»

To unfriend smb                                                             удалить кого-либо из списка друзей

To be addicted to social media                                     быть зависимым от социальных сетей

To post smth on one’s page                                            разместить пост на своей странице

To download a podcast   загружать подкаст

To go viral (This video has gone viral.)    стать очень популярным 

                   questions to answer

How many social media platforms can you name in English?

How many social media platforms do you use?

How much time do you spend using social media every day?

Why do you think that many people become addicted to social media?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using social media?

Are you selective about what you share online? Why or why not?

Do you think that people act differently online versus how they act in person?

What are some of the unspoken rules of using social media?

What is your best advice for social media usage?

                             dialogue to learn by heart

     Jess - Hey, Jen! Listen, I created a new account on that social media platform you told me about.

Jen - Awesome! Which one?

Jess - The one where you can share photos and stuff. What's your favorite thing to upload?

Jen- Definitely photos of my travels. How about you?

Jess- Mostly blog posts or motivational quotes. Any tips for using this platform? I'm kind of new here.

Jen- Just remember, think before you post. You don't want to regret sharing certain information later on.

Jess- Yeah, that's true. But it's so cool how we can communicate with other bloggers from all over the world!

Jen -Definitely. But sometimes, social media can have its disadvantages too.

Jess -Like what?

Jen -Well, sometimes people can be influenced by others' opinions and make choices without thinking for themselves.

Jess- Oh, I never thought of that... Thanks for reminding me, Jen. I'll be careful.        

 12.03.24

A Police Officer And A Tourist

Tourist: Excuse me officer, I think I am lost. Can you help me find my hotel, please?
Officer: Certainly, What's the name of your hotel?
Tourist: It's the GrammarBank Hotel.
Officer: Hmm, I think I know where it is.
Tourist: Is it far?
Officer: No, not really. Do you have a car, are you driving?
Tourist: No, I don't have a car.
Officer: Okay, actually it's only about 10 minutes walk. But if you want, I can call you a cab.
Tourist: No, thank you. I don't mind walking.
Officer: Okay then, let me give you the directions.
Tourist: Thank you. I appreciate that.
Officer: Now, go along this street until you get to the Bank. Do you see the tall building?
Tourist: Yeah.
Officer: So, at the traffic lights there, turn left to Great Sheva Avenue.
Tourist: Okay, I will turn left.
Officer: Correct. Then go straight on, take the second right and that should take you to the GrammarBank Hotel.
Tourist: Okay, I will take the second left.
Officer: No, it's the second right.
Tourist: Ah, right. The second right.
Officer: Yes sir, left at the traffic lights near the bank and then the second right.
Tourist: Got it, thank you very much for your help.
Officer: No problem, have a nice day.

You 

                                                    5.03.24

F1:  Majestic Hotel, can I help you?

M1: Yes, I’d like to find out about your room rates in July, please.

F1: One moment, please. I’ll put you through to reservations.

F2: (click) Reservations, can I help you?

M1: Yes, I’m enquiring about room rates in July, please.

F2: Yes, of course, sir. Do you have specific dates in mind?

M1: Yes, we’re thinking of coming up the weekend of the 6th of July and staying for about a week, going back on Saturday the 13th or Sunday the 14th.

F2: I see, sir. And for how many people would that be?

M1: Well, there’s myself, my wife and our two children. They’re 9 and 5.

F2: Well, there are various options.  We could do a double for you and your wife, and a room with two singles for your children. Not adjacent though.

M1: Is it not possible to have a family room for all of us?

F2: Yes, that is a possibility. Just let me check those dates for you. It is a very busy time of year, as I’m sure you realise!

M1: Yes, I appreciate that.

F2: Mmm , ah. Well, I can offer you a family room for the nights of Saturday the 6^th through to the night of Thursday the 11th, but I’m afraid there are no family rooms for the second weekend. They’re all booked already, I’m afraid.

M1: Oh dear. Er, so that would mean either leaving on Friday or moving to two rooms for the last one or two nights, would it?

F2: Yes, I’m afraid so... but I see we do have a suite available for all the nights you’re interested in. That would give you two separate bedrooms, a sitting room, bathroom of course, and the one we have available also has a large balcony and a terrific sea view.

M1: Oh! That sounds wonderful. But what about the price? Can you do any special deals on that?

Round-the-world travellers

Task 1 – Countries

With a partner, make a list of all the countries you know. You have one minute:

Task 2 – Vocabulary

With a partner, put the words and expressions in the box in the correct column. Use a dictionary or ask

your teacher for help if necessary.

blizzard journey brakes desert to pedal trip freezing temperatures

mountain punctures river rudder running shoes sea storm

autopilot ocean to cycle to run to sail voyage wind wombat

yacht

Task 3Weather . Travel nouns. GeographicalFeatures .Cycling. Running .Sailing .Animals

Task 3 – Interviews

Complete the questions with the words in the box. 

How (x2) What (x2) Who

a. ______ did you travel around the world?

b. ______ long did it take?

c. ______ problems did you have?

d. ______ were the best times on your trip?

e. ______ helped you?

Task 6 – Advice for round-the-world travellers

Here is some advice for round-the-world travellers from the ‘World traveller’ website. Read the advice and tick if you agree / disagree or are not sure about each statement. Compare your list with your group and explain your ideas.

Learn the language of each place you plan to visit.

Find a sponsor to provide money while you are travelling.

Make sure you are fit before you begin your trip.

Reserve hotel room in each country you will visit.

Check your equipment at the start of each day of your journey

Take lots of clothes

You must be at least 18 to travel alone

Take a laptop so that you can contact family and friends while you are away.