Teachers Book Tronsmall NICO's

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Teachers' Book
NAME:
TRONWELL'S PHONE NUMBER:
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ACADEMIC SUPERVISOR:
Sylvia Vildsola Gianotti

4th EDITION
PROHIBIDA SU REPRODUCCION TOTAL O PARCIAL
TRONWELL S.A. 2006.
Beta Course
PROHIBIDA SU REPRODUCCION TOTAL O PARCIAL TRONWELL S.A. 2006.
Beta Level
Beta Course
BLM 1
CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE
Greeting people formally and informally.

Asking for and giving personal information.
Grammatical Content (s)
Verb to be in affirmative, negative and interrogative form.

Personal Pronouns
Questions with WHAT, WHERE and HOW
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to personal information.

CLASS PRESENTATION
Greeting people:
A:
B:
A:
B:
Hello, my name is........

Hi, my name is........
Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you, too.
What is your name?
Asking for and giving personal information:

What
What
What
What
What
What
is
is
is
is
is
is
your
your
your
your
your
your
name?
last name?
I.D. Card No?
nationality?
phone number?
address?
Where are you from?

How old are you?
Are you married?
What is your profession / occupation?
*What do you do?
My name is .......
My last name is ...../ It is ........
My I.D.Card No. is ..../ It is ........
I am ..........
It is...../ My phone number is ........
My address is .../ It is .... (number + street name)
I live at (complete address)
I live in (city or district)
I live on (street or avenue)
I am from ........
I am ...../ I am ..... years old.
Yes, I am / No, I am not. I am single
I am a teacher.
I am a ...(+ consonant) / an.....(+ vowel).
* This is to be presented as an optional question. DO NOT present it as a verbal form. Insist on the
pattern What is your.....?
PROHIBIDA SU REPRODUCCION TOTAL O PARCIAL TRONWELL S.A . 2005.
Beta Course
BLM1
CLASS 2
LISTENING CLASS
Objective
Spelling, saying letters and counting numbers.
Verb to be
Present Continuous Tense
Wh-questions
Lexical Content (s)
Saying the alphabet, counting numbers
Listening activity
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Before playing the tape, list on the board any new vocabulary the students will need to understand
(suggested words are underlined in the script below; provide more if necessary).
Play the tape once WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
Give your students the corresponding handout.
Ask students to listen to the tape again and complete the missing information.
Pass out the written script to the students. If requested, you may play the tape again as the students
follow the written script.
Instructions:
Listen, and complete the missing information.
Script
Dear Mr. Stewart,

We are sending your products to 234 Madison Avenue.
Thats M - A - D - I - S - O- N. The names of the items are:
Falcon toys. F - A - L - C - O - N.
Miniature dolls. Thats M - I - N - I - A - T - U - R - E.
Teddy bears. T - E - D - D - Y.
We are sending these items on Flight XWY 104 from Malaysia on Thursday
afternoon. The products will arrive at 8:30 PM.
Beta Course
BLM 1
CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE
Counting and using numbers in English

Identifying and using colors
Verb To Be in affirmative, negative and interrogative form

Personal Pronouns
Questions with WHAT
Lexical Content (s)
Colors, numbers from 0 to 100.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Counting and using numbers in English:
Note
Numbers from 0 to 100.

* check pronunciation of difficult numbers, eg: 3, 6, 8, 100, etc.
* emphasize the difference between 13 and 30, 14 and 40, etc.
Identifying and using colors:

Colors : white, black, red, blue, burgundy, beige, grey/gray, green, yellow, orange, pink, purple,
violet, silver, gold, light blue, navy blue, light/dark green, light/dark brown.
What color is the sweater?
The sweater is blue/ It is blue.
What color are the chairs?
The chairs are brown/ They are brown.
Is the apple red?
Yes, it is. / No, it isnt. It is green.
Are the pencils black?
Yes,they are. / No, they arent. They are red.
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BLM 1
CLASS 4
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Greeting, introducing and giving personal information.
Verb to be
Wh-questions
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to personal information
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Before playing the tape, list on the board any new vocabulary the students will
need to understand (suggested words are underlined in the script below; provide more if
necessary).
Play the tape again, and have students identify the characters who speak.
Have them fill in the information they listened to.
Pass out the written script to the students. If requested, you may play the tape again as the
students follow the writtenscript.
Instructions: Listen and fill in the information required.
Script
a.
How are you? My name is Brenda Montani and Im Canadian. Im 28 years

old and Im single. Im a publicist and I work at an advertising agency.
b.
Hi! Whats up? My name is Matthew Roberts, but my friends call me Matt.
Im American and Im 15 years old. Im a freshman and I go to Lincoln
HighSchool.
c.
Hello! Nice to meet you. My name is Jeanine Davis. Im from the United
States. Im 43 years old. I have 3 children and Im divorced. Im a heart
surgeon. I work at White Memorial Hospital.
d.
Good afternoon. Im James Gallager. Im English and Im 55 years old. Im

married and have 4 children. Im a businessman and my companys name
is Teger.
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BLM 1
CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE
Saying what people are / are not doing

Asking what people are doing and where
Present Continuous tense in affirmative, negative and interrogative

form
Questions with WHAT and WHERE
Lexical Content (s)
Actions in the city

CLASS PRESENTATION
Present Continuous: it describes an action that is happening now.

What are you doing?
Im listening to music.
What is he doing?
He is drinking orange juice.
Where is he drinking orange juice?
He is drinking orange juice in the coffee shop.
Is she watching TV?
No, she isnt. She is listening to the radio.
Where is she listening to the radio?
She is listening to the radio in the bedroom.
What are the children doing?
They are playing.
Where are they playing?
They are playing in the park.
Are the children reading in the classroom?
No, they arent. They are singing in the classroom.
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BLM 1
CLASS 6
OBJECTIVE :
Asking and giving personal information

about famous people
Grammar Content (s):
WHAT + Personal Pronouns

Possessive Adjectives
Contractions of the verb To Be.
Article: A / AN
Lexical Content (s) :
Vocabulary related to the topic.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Use of possessives adjectives such as his and her.
What is his first name?
What is his last name?
Whats her profession?
What is his nationality?
How old is she?
Is Madonna married?.
Is Tom Cruise a writer?
Im a Sting fan.
Whats his real name?
His middle name is Matthew
His first name is Johnny

His last name is Depp
She is a famous Tennis player.
He is British
She is 32 years old.
Yes, she is. She is married to Guy Ritchie
No, he isnt . He is an actor.
He is a very good singer
His real name is Gordon Sumner
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BLM 1
CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE
Asking people to spell words

Spelling your name and address
Lexical Content (s)
The Alphabet
CLASS PRESENTATION
The Alphabet:
Present vowels and consonants.
Check pronunciation
Check the meaning of spelling
* How do you spell your name / last name, please?

* Can you spell ....., please?
Spell the word ....., please.
* These are to be presented as expressions only. DO NOT present them as verbal forms.
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BLM 1
CLASS 8
OBJECTIVE:
Going shopping.
Counting and naming items in the store.
Demonstrative Pronouns; this, these; that, those

Questions with HOW MUCH

CLASS PRESENTATION
Verbs
Buying
Selling
looking for
Salesperson
Belinda
Salesperson
Belinda
Salesperson
Belinda
Salesperson
Belinda
Salesperson
Belinda
Nouns
prices
groceries
clothes
Adjectives
nice
cheap
expensive
Expressions
go shopping
normal price
on sale
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Hello. Can I help you?

Hi. I am looking for a watch
This watch is nice.
How much is it?
It is $80.
And how much are those watches?
Those watches are on sale. They are only $29
They are cheap.
So, which one are you buying?
Im thinking about it.
=
=
=
Two dollars and ninety-nine cents or Two ninety-nine

A hundred and twenty-five dollars
Four thousand five hundred pesos
Saying prices
US$2.99
US$125
$4.500
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BLM 1
CLASS 9
OBJECTIVE
Asking what people are doing

Saying what they are not doing
Lexical Content (s)
Present Continuous tense in affirmative, negative and interrogative

form
Contractions of the verb To Be
Questions with WHAT
Short and long answers
Vocabulary related to actions
CLASS PRESENTATION
Telephone conversation (at home)
Paul
Peter
Paul
Peter
Paul
Peter
Paul
Peter
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Hi Peter ! How are you?

Fine Paul, and you?
Im ok. What are you doing?
Im watching TV.
Are you watching the news?
No, Im not watching the news. Im watching a movie.
Is your sister Sandy watching TV with you?
No, she isnt. She is listening to music in her bedroom.
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BLM 1
CLASS 10
OBJECTIVE:
Naming animals, fruit and vegetables.

Saying which colour and shape they are.
Demonstrative Pronouns; this, these, that, those

Questions with WHAT
CLASS PRESENTATION
Vocabulary
Animals : Cat, dog, tiger, lion, spider, snake, sheep, monkey, horse, elephant.
Baby animals: Kittens, puppies, cubs, piglets, ducklings, lambs.
Fruits: Apples, pears, strawberries, pineapple, watermelon, peach, apricot.
Vegetables: Lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, onions, spinach, garlic, green beans.
What colour is this pear?
What colour are those grapes?
Are these monkeys black?
What shape is that fruit?
What shape are these vegetables?
Are they round small and red?
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It is green.
They are black.
No, they arent. They are brown and white.
It is big and round.
They are small and oval.
No, they arent. They are oval small and black
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BLM 1
CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE
Naming professions
Asking a persons profession
Articles: A / AN
Contractions of the verb To Be
WHAT + Personal Pronouns
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to professions.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Use of the articles a and an.
A + word starting with a consonant sound
An + word starting with a vowel sound
- A teacher
- An accountant
What do you do?

Whats your profession?
What is his/her profession?
Are you an engineer?
Is Michael Jackson a writer?
I am an actor.
I am a lawyer.
He/she is a doctor.
Yes, I am / Yes, Im an engineer.
No, he isnt . He is a singer.
What is the secretary doing ?
She is typing a letter.
Is the architect designing a car ?
No, he is not designing a car.
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BLM 1
CLASS 12
OBJECTIVE :
Actions people are doing in different countries.

Talking about nationalities and languages.
Present Continuous.
Affirmative, interrogative and negative statements
Questions using WHAT and WHERE
CLASS PRESENTATION
Countries
China
Mexico
Brazil
Ireland
Nationalities
Chinese
Mexican
Brazilian
Irish
Where are they talking French?

What are they doing in Brazil?
Where is Charlise Theron from?
Is Shakira from Mexico?
What is his nationality?
What is his first language?
Are you from Italy?
Is your first language Portuguese?
12
Languages
Chinese
Spanish
Portuguese
English
They are talking French in France.
In Brazil they are dancing samba.
She is from South Africa.
No, she isnt. Shes from Colombia.
He is Canadian.
His first language is English.
No I am not. I am from Chile.
No, It isnt. My first language is Spanish.
Beta Course
BLM 2
CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE
Asking for clarification
Questions and expressions to ask for clarification
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to clarifications
CLASS PRESENTATION
Asking for meaning:
Other expressions:
Whats the meaning of.....?

What does ..... mean?
How do you say..... in English/Spanish?
I dont understand the word...

Speak slowly/slower, please.
I have a question.
Can you explain.....?
How do you pronounce...?
What is the difference between...and...?
Asking for spelling:

How do you spell......?
Can you spell......, please?
Asking for repetition:
Can you repeat that, please?
Repeat, please.
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BLM 2
CLASS 2
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Asking and saying what people are/arent doing.

Saying who you are doing an action with.
Grammatical contents
Verb to be, Present Continuous Tense
Lexical Content (s)
Saying the alphabet, counting numbers
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have students listen to the tape WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
Ask students to answer the questions.
Instructions: Listen, and assign numbers from 1 to 12 according to the description you hear.
Script:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
They are painting.

The girl is selling lemonade.
Joe is playing the guitar.
Robert and Annie are drinking coffee.
Jenny is sending an e-mail.
Tommy is reading a book.
Mrs. Jones is sitting next to her cat.
Sean and Amy are eating donuts.
She is doing exercises.
Peter is washing clothes.
Andrew is calling his boss on the telephone.
Mr. and Mrs. Soto are waking up.
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BLM 2
CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE
Describing actions which are happening now

Asking what people are doing at a certain place
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to places in the city

Prepositions IN and AT
CLASS PRESENTATION
At the Bus Stop.
Ivn
: Hi, what are you doing here?
Patty
: I m waiting for my sister.
Ivn
: Where is your sister?
Patty
: She is at the Sports Club.
Ivn
: What is your sister doing at the Sports Club?
Patty
: She is taking tennis lessons.
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BLM 2
CLASS 4
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about location using prepositions of place.
Grammatical contents

Prepositons in, into, from, on, at, next to
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Before playing the tape, list on the board any new vocabulary the students will need to
understand (suggested words are underlined in the script below; provide more if necessary).
Play the tape again, and have students number 1 through 6 the babys actions in places.
Instructions
Listen carefully. Write the numbers 1 through 6 on the correct

picture according to what you hear.
Script
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Mother:
Father:
Mother:
Father:
Mother:
Father:
Mother:
Father:
Mother:
Father:
Mother:
Father:
Wheres the baby?

The baby is sleeping in my arms.
Where is the baby?
The baby is sitting on the floor.
Wheres the baby?
The baby is going into the kitchen.
Where is the baby?!
The baby is standing next to the refrigerator.
Where is the baby?!!
The baby is drinking its milk at the table.
WHERE IS THE BABY???!!!
The baby is coming from the bathroom.
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BLM 2
CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE
Naming places in town and their location

Talking about actions people are doing in different places

Prepositions of location
CLASS PRESENTATION
Places in town:
Preposition of location:
Grocery store
Supermarket
Hospital
Restaurant
Cinema
Airport
Fire Station
Hospital
Parking lot
Church
Pharmacy / Drugstore
Post office
Department store
Bookstore
Shopping center
Library
Museum
in, next to, around, in front of, across from,

behind, near, between:
Where is the Disco?
It is near the park.
Where is the bookstore?
Its next to the school.
Where is the bank?
Its between the post office and the restaurant.
Present
Andy
Gerry
Andy
Gerry
Andy
Gerry
Andy
Gerry
Andy
Gerry
Continuous:
: Hi, Gerry.
: Hi, what are you doing at the video shop?
: Im renting a movie.
: What movie are you renting?
: Im renting Pulp Fiction. What about you?
: I am waiting for Irenne.
: Where is she?
: She is buying chocolate at the candy store.
: Where is the candy store?
: It is around the corner, next to the pharmacy.
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Beta Course
BLM 2
CLASS 6
OBJECTIVE
: Connecting ideas
Grammar Content (s)
Present Continuous Tense.
Lexical Contents
Connectors (while, so, and, but, because)
CLASS PRESENTATION
And (to join two or more expression we usually add and between them).
Bread and cheese.
I am making the beds, Paul is cleaning the bathroom and George is cooking.
But (to express contrast).
The teacher is talking but the students are not listening.
So (the result of something).
I am not working today so Im going to the supermarket.
Because (the reason for something).
Lucy is opening the window because it is very hot.
While (two actions in progression happening at the same time).
Maria Soledad is reading a magazine while her friend is working.
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BLM 2
CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE
Asking who is receiving an action

Saying who you are doing an action with

Questions with WHO
Object Pronouns
Prepositions TO, FOR, and WITH
CLASS PRESENTATION
Personal Pronouns:
I
you
he
she
it
we
you
they
(Doer)
Object Pronouns:
me
you
him
her
it
us
you
them
(Receiver)
The Personal Pronouns are doing the actions.

The Object Pronouns are receiving the actions.
Examples:
Sandy is talking to Peter

She is talking to him
John is looking at the children
He is looking at them
Who are you buying a present for?
We are buying a present for Mom /her
We are buying a present for her
Who are you talking to?
Im talking to Robert /him
Who is he working with?
He is working with John and Sue /them
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BLM 2
CLASS 8
OBJECTIVE
Saying who you are doing an action with.
Grammar Content (s)
Present Continuous Tense.

Questions with WHAT, WHO, WHERE.
Lexical Contents
Prepositions to, with, at, for.

Object Pronouns.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Who are you living with?

I am living with my girlfriend/her.
Who are you cooking for?
I am cooking for my friends/them.
What is she looking at?
She is looking at the children/them.
Where are they going to?
They are going to a concert.
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BLM 2
CLASS 9
OBJECTIVE
Asking where people are going

Saying where people are coming from

Prepositions of direction
CLASS PRESENTATION
Prepositions of direction: into, out of, to and from
TO = Destination
Where is this train going to?
It is going to Temuco
FROM = Origin
Where are you coming from?
I am coming from the supermarket
COMING INTO / GOING INTO = ENTERING
The children are going into the classroom now
The children are entering the classroom now
COMING OUT OF / GOING OUT OF = LEAVING
The secretary is coming out of the office
The secretary is leaving the office
* Visual aids are advisable during presentation
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BLM 2
CLASS 10
OBJECTIVE
Giving Opinions
Describing people and places
Grammar Content (s)

Present Continuous
Verb to be
Lexical Content (s)
Adjectives
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adjectives
beautiful / Ugly
friendly / unfriendly
nice / nasty
quiet / loud, noisy
tall / short
fat / thin
shy / talkative, sociable
entertaining / boring
What is your opinion about Tonka Tomicic?

I think she is beautiful and friendly.
Is Vivi Kreutsberger shy?
No, she isnt. She is friendly and talkative.
Is Tonka fat and short?
No she isnt. She is tall and thin.
What is your opinion about Santiago?
I believe it is a noisy and dirty city.
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BLM 2
CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE
Asking what people are doing

Saying where people are performing an action

Short and long answers
Prepositions IN and AT
Demonstrative pronouns?
Lexical contents
Vocabulary related to places in a city.
CLASS PRESENTATION
What is that man doing?
He is buying some groceries
Where is he buying the groceries?
He is buying them at the supermarket
Is he buying aspirins at the supermarket?
No, he is not. He is buying them at the pharmacy
Where is Jean Paul having lunch?
He is having lunch in his office
What are those children doing in the park?
They are playing football in the park
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BLM 2
CLASS 12
OBJECTIVE
: Giving directions
Grammar Content (s)
Questions with WHERE
Lexical Contents (s)
Verb To Be.
Prepositions: on, next to, in front of, between.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Where is the Coffee Shop?
It is on the 1st Floor, next to the Video Theater.
Is the Laboratory on the 1st Floor?
No, it isnt. The Laboratory is on the 2nd Floor.
Where is classroom 109?
Classroom 109 is in front of the Coffee Shop.
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Beta Course
BEM
CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE
Talking about the family

Naming relatives
Simple Present Tense

Verb To Be
Questions with WHO and WHAT
Genitive Case
Lexical contents
Vocabulary related to The Family
CLASS PRESENTATION
*
Suggested Vocabulary: Father, mother, parents, husband, wife, daughter, son, brother, sister,
grandmother, grandfather, grandparents, uncle, aunt, niece, nephew and cousins
The family tree handout of the stusdents workbook can be used for the presentation
Briefly explain the Possessive Case
Who is James?
Who is Joans brother?
Is Andy Marys son?
Who are Edward and Stuart?
He is Marys husband
David is Joans brother
No, he isnt. He is Stuart and Roses son
They are James and Marys children
What is the relationship between Diane and Jim?

Who is Stuarts brother?
Who is Joans husband?
They are husband and wife

Diane is Jims wife
Jim is Dianes husband
Edward is his brother
Steve is her husband
Do you have any brothers or sisters?

What are their names?
Yes, I have one brother and one sister

Their names are Joe and Jane
What does Joe do?

Where does he work?
He is an engineer
He works in Via at an International Company
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Beta Course
BEM
CLASS 2
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about actions people do in different countries.
Simple Present Tense in affirmative, negative and interrogative

forms.
Wh-questions
Listening activity
1.
Before playing the tape, list on the board any new vocabulary the students will need
to understand (suggested words are underlined in the script below; provide more if
necessary).
Play the tape again and ask them to fill in the blanks with what people
do.
Pass out the written script to the students. If requested, you may play
the tape again as the students follow the written script.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Instructions
: Listen carefully. Listen again, and write the information needed.
Script
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1.
Hi! Im Jennifer. I live in Los Angeles, California. I was born in

Kentucky. I work in a publishing company and I love surfing.
(American)
2.
How are you? My name is Charles. Im a manager. I work in the city

of London. In my free time I play cricket and go to pubs. (British)
3.
My name is Christopher. I come from the land of kangaroos, Australia.

Im an executive. I love my country, its nature and animals. (Australian)
4.
Hello! My name is Samantha. I live in beautiful New Zealand. I work

for an environmental organization. My country is very clean and green.
(New Zealander)
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BEM
CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE
Talking about the weather
Verb To Be (present and past tense) in affirmative, negative and

interrogative forms
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to the weather, temperature and the seasons of

the year
CLASS PRESENTATION
By using a visual aid, elicit the following vocabulary and expressions:
Whats the weather like in ...? / Whats the temperature in...?
What was the weather like yesterday?
It was rainy / sunny / windy / cloudy/
It was a rainy day
It was cold / freezing / freezing cold / hot / warm / cool / humid / dry.
What was the temperature?
The high was..., the low was....,
Above zero degrees / below zero degrees.
rain, rainy - snow, snowy - wind,windy - sun, sunny - cloud, cloudy
storm, stormy
Seasons: Summer, autumn, winter, spring
Language in context:
Gaby : Whats the weather like in La Serena today?
Sole : It is sunny and warm
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BEM
CLASS 4
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about professions and occupations.

Simple present
Vocabulary related to topic
Listening activity
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Play the tape again, and have students write the numbers from one to eight
next to the profession.
Instructions:
Listen, and write the numbers from 1 to 8 next to the profession, according to the
description you hear.
Script:
1.
This person designs buildings and houses:
architect (1)
2.
This person teaches children and teenagers at school:
teacher (2)
3.
This person plays musical instruments:
musician (3)
4.
This person works in newspapers, magazines or TV:
journalist (4)
5.
This person serves food and drinks in restaurants:
waiter (5)
6.
This person cures sick animals:
vet (6)
7.
This person cuts and does peoples hair:
hairdresser (7)
8.
This person takes and develops pictures:
photographer (8)
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BEM
CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE
Naming and locating rooms and furniture in the house

Saying what you can / cant do

Modal CAN
CLASS PRESENTATION
Rooms of the house
Living room/ lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, attic, garage, backyard,
front yard / garden, cellar/basement.
Furniture and others
Bed, night table, coffee table, sofa/couch, bathtub, basin, stove, oven, sink,
shelf, chest of drawers cabinet, cupboard, stool.
Preposition of location
In front of, behind, under, over, between, below, next to.
Modal CAN
What can you do in the living room?

I can read the newspaper in the living room
Can you wash your hair in the dining room ?

No, I cant. I can wash my hair in the bathroom
Where is the lamp?

The lamp is on the table
Where can we put the plant?

We can put it in the living room next to the bookcase
Location
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LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about possibilities in the present using CAN.

Can- cant
Listening activity
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Instructions:
need to understand (suggested words are underlined in the script below;
provide more if necessary).
Have students listen to the tape WITHOUT the students referring to the printed
script.
Ask the students to fill in the blanks.
Pass out the written script to the students. If requested, you may play the tape
again as the students follow the written script.
Listen first. Listen again and fill in the blanks using CAN or CANT
according to what you listened.
Script
Do you feel tired? Do you want to have a break from your daily routine to have
valuable time to take care of yourself? You can find the answer at Pearls, the
European style SPA, where all of your dreams about relaxation and well being can
come true. At Pearls, you can have complete face and body care. You can sunbathe
at our rooftop pool where you can also swim, or just have a delicious healthy meal at
Pearls restaurant. Pearls is the place where you can find the best for your body and
soul!!
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CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE
Talking about possessions

Verb to Be
Questions with WHOSE
Genitive Case
Possessive pronouns
CLASS PRESENTATION
Possessive Adjectives:
my, your, his, her, its, our, your, their.
Is this your pen?

Are these his keys?
Whose handbag is that?
Yes, it is / No, it isnt

No, they arent his keys. They are my keys
It is her handbag
Possessive Pronouns:
mine, yours, his, hers, its, ours, yours, theirs.
Is this pen yours?

Are these keys his?
Whose handbag is that?
Is that car ours?
Yes, it is mine.
No they arent. They are hers.
Its hers.
No, it isnt. Its theirs.
Genitive Case:
Is this Peters jacket?
Whose dog is it?
Whose books are these?
Whose sweater is that?
*
Yes, it is his / No it isnt his. It is Kevins

It is Johns.
They are Waynes.
It is Janets.
Please note that according to Grammar, an apostrophe s (s) is added to names ending in s for
the genitive case. However, in everyday language the s is omitted. e.g. Charless house /
Charles house. Consequently, both structures are considered correct.
Whose bag is that ?
It is her bag.
It is hers.
It is Carols.
It is Mrs Jones
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CLASS 8
OBJECTIVE
Talking about cooking.

Saying how to prepare some dishes.
Grammar Content (s)
Imperative Mood
Lexical Content (s)
: Basic vocabulary related to food and kitchenware
CLASS PRESENTATION
Imperative Mood:
Imperatives have exactly the same form as the infinitive without to. We use
them, for example, to tell people what to do, giving instructions and offering things.
Put some oil in the frying pan
Help yourself to some cookies.
Negative imperatives are made with dont or do not.
Do not mix the vinegar and lemon.
Kitchenware: knife, spoon, fork, saucepan, frying pan , stove, oven.
How do I prepare/cook.?
Peel. and cut them into cubes.
Slice .with a knife
Boil..in a saucepan
Fry.in a frying pan
Fill.with
Addto
Put.in
Combineand
mixand
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CLASS 9
OBJECTIVE
Talking about the human body and senses

Short answers
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to parts of the body
CLASS PRESENTATION
Parts of the body:
head, hair, face, ears, eyes, nose, mouth, lips, tongue, tooth (teeth), neck, shoulders, chest, arms,
hands, fingers, nails, skin, bones, elbows, hips, legs, foot (feet), toes, etc.
Senses: Sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell.

ORGAN
ear
eyes
tongue
hands
nose
What do you do with your nose?

Do you see with your ears?
What do you speak with?
SENSE
hearing
sight
taste
touch
smell
VERB
to hear
to see
to taste
to touch
to smell
I smell with my nose.

No I dont. I see with my eyes.
I speak with my mouth.
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CLASS 10
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about what we do with our belongings.
SImple present
Verb To be
Possessive Adjectives, Possessive Pronouns,
Object pronouns.
Genitive case
Whose
Listening activity :
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Ask students to listen to the tape WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
Have them listen again and complete each dialog.
Instructions: Listen and fill in the blanks with the information provided.
Script
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1.
A - Whose sunglasses are these?

B - Im not sure, I think theyre her sunglasses.
A - Whose?
B- Theyre Abbeys sunglasses. They are hers.
2.
A - Who does this umbrella belong to?

B - I think its her umbrella.
A - Her umbrella?
B - Yes, its hers.
A - Frances, is this your umbrella?
C.- Yes, its mine.
3.
A
B
A
B
A
B
4.
A - Ursula, is that your dog outside?

B - Yes, its mine. Isnt she beautiful?
A - Yes, your dog is really beautiful.
5.
A - Whose strawberries are these?

B - I dont know. Eat them if you like.
C - No, dont eat them. They are my strawberries.
A - Oh! They are your strawberries.
6.
A - Whose toothbrush is in the bathroom?

B - Its my toothbrush.
A - Oh! Its yours, Joey.
- Who left this here?

- Who left what where?
- Who left this bicycle next to the door?
- That bicycle is his.
- Whose?
- Tims. Its Tims bicycle.
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CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE
Asking and telling the time.
Simple Present Tense.
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to time.

CLASS PRESENTATION
oclock
12
to
-9
3-
past
6
half
By drawing a clock on the board, elicit the following vocabulary related to time: past, to, half past, a
quarter to, a quarter past, early, late.
Prepositions : at, on, in. e.g.: at night, on time, in the morning/afternoon, etc.
-Whats the time?
-Its four oclock.
What time is it?

Its half past nine/ Its nine thirty.
Where were you yesterday at 9:00?

Was she sleeping at 11:00?
Include past tense to link it with class 6. e.g
Verbs: begin, start, finish, end, open, close, wake up, have lunch / breakfast / dinner, leave for work, get
up, go to bed.
A:
B:
A:
B:
What time do you get up on weekends ?

I get up at 12:00 pm
Do you have breakfast at that time?
No, I dont. I have lunch at 2:00.
A:
B:
A:
B:
Lets go to the cinema on Saturday!

Yeah! Thats a great idea!
What time does the movie start ?
It starts at 10:00 p.m.
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CLASS 12
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about professionals and their daily routine.
Simple present
Listening activity
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Instructions:
Have students listen to the tape again.
Encourage students to write the information they hear in the boxes.
Listen carefully
Script
1.
Hello, my name is John and I am a bank manager. I do many different things in

my job. In the morning, I read the newspaper. Then I talk to the assistant
manager. After lunch, I study the accounts.
2.
My name is Sarah Jones. I work as a sales manager in an advertising company.

I do different activities because we are a small company. I plan my activities so
I have enough time to do them all. I talk to clients a lot on the telephone.
3.
Hello. I am Andy. I am a computer programmer. People think my job is boring,

but its not. When I create a program, I follow these steps: first, I visit the client,
second, I think about the problem for a long time and third, I write the program.
As you see, my job isnt boring.
4.
Hello there. My name is Helen and I am a nurse. I am very busy at work. The
most important thing I do is to help the patients to get well. I give them their
medicine and talk to them about how they are.
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CLASS 13
OBJECTIVE
Describing what someone is wearing

Asking and telling what you usually wear

Present Continuous Tense in affirmative, negative and interrogative
form.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Vocabulary related to clothing:
sweater, cardigan, bathing suit, skirt, shirt, blouse, shoes, sneakers, trousers, slacks, pants, jeans, tie,
suit, dress, necklace, scarf, sunglasses, underwear, etc.
Present Continuous (action that is happening at the moment):
What are you wearing today?
Im wearing a black suit and black shoes
What is he wearing now?

Hes wearing a suit
Are you wearing a woolen sweater?

No, Im not. Im wearing a vest.
Is he wearing a black coat?

No, he isnt. He is wearing a jacket
Simple Present (habitual action) :

What do you wear on weekends?
I wear jeans, a T-shirt and sneakers
Do you wear a uniform at work?
No, I dont. I wear casual clothes
What does he wear in summer?
He wears shorts and T-shirts
Does he wear a tie to work?
No, he doesnt. He wears informal clothes
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CLASS 14
OBJECTIVE
Describing your daily routine.

Saying what you usually do on weekends.
Grammar Content (s)

Frequency adverbs
: Simple Present Tense
Lexical Content (s)
: Vocabulary related to routines.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adverbs of frequency:
always, generally, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, hardly ever,

never. Adverbs of frequency always go before the main verb, but
after the verb to be.
Routine actions:
wake up, get up, take a shower, have breakfast, get dressed, go to the
university, go to the office, have lunch, watch television, read books, go
to the gym, go to the cinema, go out for dinner, have dinner, etc.
What do you usually have for breakfast?

I usually have a cup of coffee and a cheese sandwich.
Do you go to the gym during the week?
No, I dont. / I do not go to the gym during the week.
I generally go to the gym on weekends
Does your mother cook everyday?
Yes, she does. She cooks everyday.
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CLASS 15
OBJECTIVE
Asking about likes, hobbies and leisure activities

Saying what you dislike

form
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to likes, dislikes and hobbies
CLASS PRESENTATION
Like, love, hate, dislike (= dont like), dislikes (= doesnt like).
Verb + Noun
Do you like apples?
Does Jenny like cats?
What kind of food do they like?
No, I dont. I like bananas.

No, she hates cats. But she loves dogs.
They like Chinese food.
Verb + Action
Do you like dancing?
Do you like to dance?
What do you like to do on weekends?
What do you like doing on weekends?
What does he like to do at school?
Yes, I love dancing

Yes, I do / No. I dont
I like to rest on weekends
I like going to the beach on weekends
He likes to play sports at school
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CLASS 16
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Asking and saying what people do every day.
Simple present
Listening activity
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Give your students the corresponding handout and listen to the tape again.
Have students answer the questions.
Instructions: Say if the statements are True or False according to the story you hear.
Script:
Hi, my name is Cathy. I get up at 8 oclock. I have breakfast with my family and then
I go to school. I stay there until 4 oclock. After that, I go home where I do my
homework, I watch TV and I call my friends.
Im Robert. I have a very busy life. I get up at 7 oclock everyday. I have a cup of coffee
when I arrive at the office at 9 oclock . I have meetings in the morning. I dont stop
until I have lunch around 2 PM. I finish my work around 6 PM. Then I go to play tennis
at my club.
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CLASS 17
OBJECTIVE
Asking and telling where people and things are

Questions with WHERE
Prepositions
CLASS PRESENTATION
Preposition of location:
in front of, behind, next to, over, under, far from,

below, around, near, above, on top of, at the bottom of, in the middle of.
Where is the teacher?
He/she is in front of the board
Where is the pencil?
Its under the chair.
Where are the books?
They are on the top shelf
Is the board next to the window?
No, It isnt. Its near the door
Are the keys between the chairs?
Yes, they are on the floor between the chairs
* visual aid is advisable

* Please refer to Supplementary Material from the Laboratory
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CLASS 18
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Saying what you were doing in the past.

: Simple present
Listening activity
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
need to understand (suggested words are underlined in the script below; provide
more if necessary).
Ask students to answer the questions as they listen to the tape again.
Instructions:
Listen and answer the questions.
Script:
(Ring-ring...)
Peter:
Sean:
Peter:
Sean:
Peter:
Sean:
Peter:
Sean:
Peter:
Sean:
Sean:
Peter:
Sean:
Hello. Peter speaking.

Hello Peter! This is Sean.
How are you, Sean.
Im fine. Sorry, am I interrupting something?
Nope. Im on my day off. I was washing my car.
What about you?
I was watching TV. I was thinking about last nights party.
Were you at Daves party last night?
Yeah. I had a great time. Everybody was dancing all
night long.
Wow! What were Lucy and Dave doing?
Lucy was laughing all the time and Dave was trying to
pick up girls.
Really! and what about you?
Well..., mm..I was convincing the girls that I was a better date.
Sure, loverboy. Ha, ha.
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CLASS 19
OBJECTIVE
Making invitations formally and informally

Accepting and refusing invitations formally and informally
Lexical Content (s)
Expressions related to invitations

Expressions of time
CLASS PRESENTATION
FORMAL
(*)Would you like to go out for dinner?
Oh, yes. I would love to./ Id love to

Im afraid, I cant.
INFORMAL
Do you feel like going to the movies?
Sure, why not.
How about eating out tonight?
Oh! Thats a great idea.
What about playing tennis on Saturday?
Im sorry, I cant.
SETTING TIME AND PLACE

Can we meet at 6:00 p.m.?
Great! That sounds terrific!
Why dont we meet at 7:00?
O.K.
How about meeting at the club?
All right.
(*) Teach this form only as an expression. Do not go into conditional form.
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CLASS 20
OBJECTIVE
Asking and telling what people do / dont do

Talking about what you are / arent doing now
Simple Present Tense in affirmative, negative and interrogative

forms
form
Wh-questions
CLASS PRESENTATION
Present Continuous (action that is happening at the moment)
Carol
Donni
Carol
Donni
:
:
:
:
Hi, Donni. What are you doing here at the supermarket?

Im buying vegetables for dinner
Are you buying fruit, too?
No, Im not buying fruit. Im buying ice cream for dessert
Simple Present (habitual action)

Andy : What do you do on weekends, Anna?
Anna : Well, Sibyla and I go to the San Cristobal Hill
Andy : What do you do there?
Anna : We ride our bikes for 2 hours
Andy : Do you go home after that?
Anna : Yes, I do. But Sibyla goes to the gym
Andy : Does she go to the gym every day ?
Anna : No, she doesnt go every day
She only goes when she has some free time
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CLASS 21
OBJECTIVE
Talking about outdoor recreation.
Grammar Content (s)
Lexical Content (s)
CLASS PRESENTATION
Where do you go
in your vacations?
What do you take

with you?
What activities do you do

there?
I go to the beach
I take my bathing suit/trunks

and my towel.
I wear sunglasses and a cap.
I use suntan lotion and
sunscreen for protection
I swim in the sea.

I walk along the shore
I sunbathe on the sand
I build sandcastles.
I dont prepare lunch. I go
to the seaside restaurants.
I go camping
I take my tent, sleeping bag

and camp stove.
I wear comfortable clothes
and my walking/hiking boots.
I use an insect repellent spray
for mosquitoes.
I climb mountains
I fish in the river
I swim in the lake
I play the guitar around
a bonfire.
I dont work. I rest all day.
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CLASS 22
OBJECTIVE
Describing your health problems.

Saying how you feel.
Grammar Content (s)

Have + Noun
Feel + Adjective
Lexical Content (s)
: Vocabulary related to body parts.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Have + noun: for specific physical problems (e.g., a headache, a earache, etc.)
Feel + adjective: We use to express the way w feel in general (e.g., well, sick, etc.)
Whats the matter?
Whats wrong?
How are you?

How do you feel?
I have a headache
I have a backache
I have the flu
I feel awful
I dont feel very well
I feel sick
Tom: Hi, Paul. How are you?

Paul: Well, Im not so good, actually. I feel sick.
Tom: Why? Whats wrong?
Paul: I think I have fever!
Tom: And do you have a sore throat?
Paul: No, I dont.
Tom: Well, maybe its just a cold.
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CLASS 23
OBJECTIVE
Talking about abilities

Talking about past events using verb to be
Verb TO BE in the past

Modal CAN
Wh-questions
CLASS PRESENTATION
WAS / WERE
Location :
Where were you yesterday?
Was your sister at school last week?
I was at home all day yesterday.

No, she wasnt. She was at the hospital.
Description : (was/were + adjective)

Were you a good student at school?
Yes, I was an excellent student at school.
How was your birthday party?

How was the music?
How were the drinks?
It was fun.
It was cool and loud.
The drinks were delicious.
CAN
Can you drive a car?

Can she play soccer?
What instrument can you play?
What food can they cook?
Yes, I can drive a car very well.

No, she cant. She can play tennis.
I can play the guitar.
They can only cook pizza.
* Two mini presentations are advisable for this class.
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CLASS 24
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about location. Saying where our things are.

: Simple present
Listening activity
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
According to what they hear, ask the students to answer the questions.
Instructions: Listen and answer the questions.
Script
Hi! Im Bill. Im sharing an apartment in Miami with my roommates, Andy and Monica.
She is a very tidy girl, so everything is in its place in her room. All of her clothes are
in her closet, the make-up is in her drawer and her books are on the shelves On the
contrary, Andy is very messy. His clothes are all over the room, his books are on the
floor and his cordless phone near the shower. My room is not incredibly tidy nor
messy. My jeans are on top of the closet and my tennis shoes are on the bottom. Its
just that I put all the rest of my stuff under my bed!
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CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE
Asking what you will do if...

Saying what you are going to do if...
Verb TO BE in the past

IF ... WILL ...
IF... GOING TO...
Questions with WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, etc.
CLASS PRESENTATION
First Conditional:
It is used to express a possible condition and its probable result in

the future.
If ...(simple present)..., ...Will ........

Paul
: If you eat too much, you will gain weight

What will you do, if you get fat?
Carol : If I get fat, I will go on a diet

Paul
: Will you eat hot dogs, if you go on a diet?
Carol : No. I wont eat hot dogs, if I go on a diet

Paul
: What will you eat then?
Carol : I will only eat vegetables
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CLASS 2
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
: Talking about what we can do, and what we will be able to do.
Grammatical Contents
Can. To be able to (present)

Will be able to (future)
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Give your students the corresponding handout .
Play the tape again, and have the students circle the correct sign.
Instructions: Listen and circle the correct sign.
Script
Number One
A: Excuse me sir, You cant smoke here. This is a no-smoking area.
B: Im sorry Miss. Where can I smoke?
A: You can go to the smoking area which is around the corner.
B: Thank you.
Number Two
A: Mom, can I throw away this can of coke in this trash can?
B: No, you cant, dear. This trash can is just for paper. The green one is for cans.
Remember, we must recycle.
A: OK, Mom.
Number Three
A: Honey, be careful! Cant you see the sign?
B: No I cant. I dont have my glasses on.
A: Watch out! You cant make a U-turn here. (crash)
Number Four
A. I think we are lost! I dont know where we are!
B: Lets go across the street to the information booth. They can tell us where we are.
A: Yes, lets go.
Number Five
A: Officer, can I park here?
B: No you cant, sir. This is a no-parking zone. You can park around the corner.
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CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE
Asking what people would do if ...

Talking about what you would not do if...
IF ...., WOULD
Questions with WHAT, WHERE, WHO
Lexical Content (s)
CLASS PRESENTATION
Second Conditional: It is used to express something that is unreal.
(or the condition is less possible to happen).
If ....(simple past)..., ...would...
Paul
: If I had a lot of money, I would travel around the world.
Pete
: Would you travel around Chile first, if you had a lot of money?
Paul
: Yes, I would. I would go to Torres del Paine.
Pete
: Where would you go, if you traveled with your children?
Paul
: Well, if I traveled with my children, I would go to Disneyworld.
Pete
: How long would you go to Disneyworld for?
Paul
: I wouldnt go for more than 2 weeks, if I went with the children.
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CLASS 4
Function
Talking about the family. Saying what they like to do.
Warm-up activity
Have students in pairs ask each other questions about their family. For example: Do you have brothers and
sisters? What does your brother like to do? He likes pulling the wings off of flies.
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Ask students to answer the questions as they listen to the tape again.
Instructions: Listen and answer the questions.

Script
a.
How are you? My name is Sally Rogers and Im a New Zealander. Im 32 years old. I am a Social
Studies teacher. I teach at Greensville High School. I love the outdoors I like to go jogging with
my husband Bill and Fluffy, our dog.
b.
Hi! Whats up? My name is Lorenzo Flores. Im from Tampa, Florida. I play in a band with my
brother Mike and my sister Rosa. We are playing our music in many pubs and bars now. My fathers
name is Juan and my mothers is Susan. We are a very happy family.
c.
Hello! Nice to meet you. My name is Jessica Slowsky. Im from New York. Im an art dealer. Im
divorced. I dont have kids, but I come from a big family. I have 2 sisters, 5 nieces and 4 nephews.
d.
Good afternoon. Im Michael Warner. Im a bartender. Im working in a pub with my cousins, Steve
and Kevin. My uncle George and my aunt Rita are the owners of the pub.
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CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE
Inquiring about what people would do

Saying what you wouldnt do
WOULD in affirmative, negative and interrogative forms
Lexical Content (s)
CLASS PRESENTATION
USES OF WOULD
Invitations
Kerry
: Would you like to go to the movies on Saturday?
Joan
Sue
: Yes, Id love to. What about you, Sue?

: Id love to go, but Im afraid Im busy on Saturday
Polite request
George : Would you please close the door?
Harry
: Certainly
Wishes and desires

Jimmy
: I would like to go to Las Vegas some day
Richard : Really! I would love to visit Hawaii. That is the dream of my life
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CLASS 6
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about possessions.
Grammar Content (s)
Verb To have
Genitive Case
Possessive pronoun
Object pronoun
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary.
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Ask students to draw lines connecting the items to the suitcase, the bag or the
backpack as they listen to the tape again.
Instructions:
Listen, and draw a line connecting the items to the suitcase, bag or backpack.
Script
Every summer my family goes on vacation . It is a real problem to decide the things we put in our suitcases.
My brother Jims jeans , socks and sneakers go in his backpack. My mother packs her dresses, shoes and
handbags and puts them into her suitcase. My father likes to put his shirts, ties and mobile phone in his black
bag. Now were ready for our vacation.
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CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE
Asking what people are going to do in the future

Saying what you will do
GOING TO and WILL in affirmative, negative and interrogative form.

Questions with WHAT, WHERE, WHEN and WHY
Lexical Content (s)
Expressions of time
CLASS PRESENTATION
Using WILL
Alice
Jorge
Alice
Jorge
Alice
Jorge
:
:
:
:
:
:
Where will you go next weekend?

I will travel to Via del Mar next weekend
Will Peter go with you?
No, Peter wont go with me. He will stay at home
Will you travel alone then?
Yes, I will travel alone
Using TO BE + GOING TO
Amy
Bill
Amy
: Pat is going to have a party next Saturday. Are you going to go?
: What time is he going to have the party?
: The party is going to start at around 10 p.m. Are you going to go then ?
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CLASS 8
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Making, accepting, and refusing invitations.
Use of Would (invitations)

What about/how about/ do you feel like + -ing
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
List on the board some of the forms used to make invitations.
Instructions: Listen to the dialog and decide if Martha accepts (Y) or declines (N)
Georges invitation.
Script
George:
Martha:
George:
Martha:
George:
Martha
George:
Martha:
George:
Martha:
George:
Martha:
George:
Martha:
George:
Martha:
George:
Martha:
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Hi, Martha. Hows it going?

Oh, hello, George. Im okay. What about you?
Fine, thanks. Hey, do you want to go to the movies with me this weekend?
Im sorry, George, but I already have plans for the weekend.
Well, would you like to go to the theater with me tomorrow?
Hmmm. Whats playing?
Theres a revival of Hair at the University Theater.
No thank you, George. I dont like musicals.
How about going to a restaurant with me tonight?
Im afraid my mother is expecting me for dinner this evening. Shes making lasagna.
Oh. I see. Well, can you meet me for a cup of coffee after class?
All right, George. What time shall we meet?
Is 3:30 okay for you?
Perfect. Where?
Lets get together at the library. Ill be waiting for you. We can walk from there.
Okay, George. Ill see you at the library at 3:30.
Great! Thanks, Martha.
Bye-bye, George.
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CLASS 9
OBJECTIVE
Talking about quantities using how much / how many
Countable and Uncountable nouns

Questions with HOW MUCH / HOW MANY
There is / There are / There will be
Lexical Content (s)
Expressions of quantity
Vocabulary related to food
CLASS PRESENTATION
How much milk is there in the bottle ?

uncountable noun
How many apples are there on the table?

countable noun
There is
There are
a lot of
some
a little
milk in the bottle.
Is there any sugar in the sugar pot?

Yes, there is some sugar in the pot
No, there isnt any sugar in the pot
a little
apples on the table.
Are there any chairs in the room?

Yes, there are some chairs in the room
No, there arent any chairs in the room
uncountable nouns
much ( -, ? )
many
a lot of
some
a few
countable nouns
enough
a lot of
some ( + )
any ( -, ? )
many
a few
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CLASS 10
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about invitations and social events.
Use of Would (invitations)

What about/how about/ do you feel like + -ing
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Play the tape again, and have students decide if people will accept or decline the invitations.
Instructions: Listen to the dialogs, and decide if the people accept (Yes) or decline (No) the
invitations.
Script
1.
A: Thank God its finally Friday! How about going to the movies tonight?
B: That sounds like a fantastic idea!
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2.
A: I was wondering if youd like to go dancing with me.

B: Id love to but I have to get up early tomorrow morning. Maybe some
other time.
3.
A: Hey! How about doing something together this weekend?

B: Sorry, but I made other plans. Thanks, anyway.
4.
A: We should get together for lunch.

B: That sounds very nice.
5.
A: How about getting a drink after work?

B: Great idea, lets go!
6.
A: Do you want to come for dinner with us?

B: I wish I could, but Im really busy right now.
7.
A: Would you like to go skating tomorrow afternoon?

B: Id love to.
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CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE
Talking about quantities in the past
Countable and uncountable nouns

Questions with HOW MANY, HOW MUCH,
THERE WAS, THERE WERE
Lexical Content (s)
Expressions related to the past
CLASS PRESENTATION
How much water was there in the bottle?
uncountable noun
How many books were there on the table?

countable noun
There was a lot of water in the bottle.

some
a little
There were many

a lot of
some
a few
Was there any sugar in the sugar pot ?

Yes, there was some sugar in the pot.
No, there wasnt any sugar in the pot.
Were there any chairs in the room?

Yes, there were some chairs.
No, there werent any chairs.
uncountable nouns
much ( -, ? )
books on the table.
countable nouns
enough
a lot of
some ( + )
many
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CLASS 12
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Asking for and giving directions.
Grammar Content (s)
Imperative verbs
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary. Go, walk, drive, turn.

along, straight ahead, blocks, as far as, etc
in front of, between, across, on the left, etc.
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have the students listen to the tape WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
As they listen again, have them draw a line to show the way Frank drives to Ellens home.
Instructions:
Listen and draw a line to show the way Frank drives to Ellens home.
Script:
Ellen:
Frank:
Ellen:
Frank:
Ellen:
Frank:
Ellen:
Frank:
Ellen:
Frank:
Ellen:
Frank:
Ellen:
Frank:
Ellen:
Frank:
Ellen:
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Ellen speaking.
Hello Ellen. This is Frank.
Whats up, Frank?
Im OK.
Where are you?
Im in my car. Im on the way to your home, but I think Im lost.
Really? Whats the name of the street where you are?
Let me see...Im on the corner of Four Seasons Road and Ark Avenue.
Well...I live on Arrow Road. Its not far from where you are.
How can I find your house?
Drive along Ark Avenue as far as Convent Road. Turn right and go straight ahead. You will
pass Vaugh Avenue and then Lincoln Avenue.
All right....
Wait! Once you get to Jefferson Avenue, you have to turn left and go along Jefferson
Avenue as far as Arrow Road. My house is the white one, right on the corner.
Thanks, Ellen. I really appreciate it. I hope youre ready!
What do you mean?
I came to pick you up. We will have a date.
Youre kidding! Well, its OK. Dont get lost again!
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CLASS 13
OBJECTIVE
Asking if anybody will be able to do anything

Saying what people can / cant do
Grammar Content (s)
WILL BE ABLE TO in affirmative, negative and interrogative forms

CAN in affirmative, negative and interrogative forms
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to abilities and possibilities

CLASS PRESENTATION
CAN : It is used to express an ability in the present.

Can you speak another language?
Yes, I can speak French.
What sport can you play?
I can play tennis.
Can you drive a truck?
No, I cant. I cannot drive a truck.
WILL BE ABLE TO : It is used to express ability in the Future.(Future form of CAN)
-
Will you be able to speak English fluently at the end of the course?
Yes, I will be able to speak English fluently.
Will she be able to type 100 w.p.m. when she finishes her secretary course?
No, she wont / Yes, she will.
w.p.m.: Words per minute
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CLASS 14
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about quantities. Using how much/how many.
Much and Many
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Give your students the corresponding handout and then direct them to review the sentences as they
listen again.
Explain that the task is to notice key information about quantities.
Instructions: Listen to the tape and fill in the missing words.

Script
Samantha:
Grandpa:
Samantha:
Grandpa:
Samantha:
Grandpa:
Samantha:
Grandpa:
Samantha:
Grandpa:
Samantha:
Grandpa:
Samantha:
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Hi, Grandpa. Is there anything I can do to help you prepare for your anniversary
party?
I guess were ready. Theres food on the table. And therere some drinks in the
fridge.
But...Grandpa! There is no food on the table! And, there are not any drinks here!
Strange.... Is there any other place I put it by mistake?
Hmm. Lets see. Oh. look! You have it all in the guest room! Why is it here?
Is there any time to change it?
Yes, Grandpa. There are a few minutes before the visitors arrive.
What?! Are there people in the house already?! How many visitors are there now?
There arent any at the house, yet, Grandpa. How much champagne did you
drink?
Im drinking a little champagne. Are there any hors doeuvres? Is there any fruit?
Yes, Grandpa. There is some fruit. And, there are some nuts here also.
Thank you, Samantha. There are not many granddaughters as patient as you.
And, there is no person in this world with the patience of my grandmother.
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CLASS 15
OBJECTIVE
Talking about locations

Future
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary places in town

CLASS PRESENTATION
In front of, behind, under, between, among, next to,beside, on the right side, on the left side, inside,
outside, at the bottom of, at the top of, in the middle of, above, below, over, under, across from.
Where is the house?
The house is next to the parking lot
Is the car outside?
No, the car is inside the garage
Where are his shoes?
They are under the bed
Is the telephone on the table?
Yes, it is on the table, in front of the lamp
Where is Carol sitting?
She is sitting between her cousins
*
Please refer to Supplementary Material from the Laboratory.
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CLASS 16
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about quantities.

nouns.
Using countable and uncountable
Countable and Uncountabe nouns

Expressions of quantity
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Give your students the corresponding handout and direct their attention to the containers.
Play the tape again, and ask students to complete the shopping list by putting items with their
containers.
Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the information provided.
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Script
Husband:
Wife:
Husband:
Wife:
Honey, where are the car keys?

They are here on the table, sweetheart. Where are you going?
I am going to the supermarket.
Oh, good. Can you bring a can of coffee? Were expecting visitors.
Husband:
Wife:
Husband:
Wife:
Husband:
Wife:
Husband:
Wife:
Husband:
Wife:
Husband:
Of course. Do we need sugar also?

Yes, dear. Please bring home a pound of sugar. Oh, and some tea.
Okay, I will bring home a package of tea. How about milk?
Youre right. We need a carton of milk, too.
All right. See you soon.
Darling...one more thing. A box of chocolate?
Hmm. But you are on a diet, honey! Dont you prefer a bottle of fruit juice?
You are very romantic, my dear. But I prefer a bag of candy!
Very well. By the way, say thank you to the bread when I come back home.
What?! Why?
Because at first I was going to the supermarket only for a loaf of bread!
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CLASS 17
OBJECTIVE
Asking for and giving directions
Simple Present
Phrasal verbs
Prepositional phrases
CLASS PRESENTATION
By using visual aid (i.e.: a map), elicit the following vocabulary and expressions:
turn right / left, go straight ahead, walk along, until/till, as far as, around, pass, cross, get in, get out of, get
on, get off, near, far, next to, in front of, across from
Victor : Where is The Regal Pacific Hotel?

Sylvia : It is near the Apumanque Shopping Center, opposite the BCI Bank.
Victor : How can I get to the hotel from Tronwell?
Sylvia : Once you leave Tronwell, turn right on Apoquindo Avenue, go straight ahead until
Rosario St. The hotel is on your left.
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CLASS 18
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Expressing choices using WOULD.
Grammar Content (s)
Conditional Would / Wouldnt
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary.
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have them listen again, and find each instance where a person expresses a choice with WOULD.
students follow the written script.
Script:
Travel agent:
Marvin:
Travel agent:
Marvin:
Travel agent:
Marvin:
Travel agent:
Marvin:
Travel agent:
Marvin:
Travel agent:
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Supertours. How can I help you?

I would like to go to a nice place where I can relax and take it easy. Im a student, so Im
on a limited budget.
I see. What about the Caribbean? We have some wonderful destinations now in the low
season.
Really? Is it cheaper than normal now?
Thats right! For instance, we are promoting Cuba and Jamaica at very convenient prices.
Great! Tell me about Cuba. I would really like to practice my Spanish, you know! And
Jamaica! I love Bob Marley!
Cuba is cheaper than Jamaica. The weather and the beaches are as good as the Jamaican
ones.
What about the food and the people?
The food is spicier in Cuba and the drinks are definitely better there. As for the people,
Cubans are as friendly as Jamaicans. Cuban music is faster though. You will enjoy it. I
have the feeling that you would like Cuba better. It would be more interesting for you.
And more fun I hope! Itll be Cuba, then. Thank you, miss.
Excellent. Lets arrange your ticket.
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CLASS 19
OBJECTIVE
Talking about dates

Asking and telling about important holidays
Present tenses
WILL and GOING TO
Prepositions IN, ON, AT
Lexical Content (s)
Months of the year

Days of the week
Seasons of the year
Ordinal numbers
CLASS PRESENTATION*
Prepositions:
IN used with months, years, seasons and parts of the day, e.g.: in March
ON used with days, dates, holidays, e.g.: on Tuesday, on Dec. 31st
AT used with time and some parts of the day, e.g.: at 2 pm, at night
Adverbs:
Expressions:
Today, tomorrow, yesterday, etc.

The day before yesterday, next month, a leap year, etc.
What day is today?

What day is tomorrow?
What day was yesterday?
Whats todays date?
When is Christmas?
Which day does Christmas fall this year?
When do we celebrate Labor Day?
What do Chileans do on September 18th?
Today is Monday
Tomorrow is Tuesday
Yesterday was Sunday
Today is July 17th, 2003.
Christmas is on December 25th.
It falls on Thursday this year.
We celebrate Labor day on May 1st.
Chileans celebrate their Independence
Day on September 18th. They dance cueca.
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CLASS 20
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Asking and saying what people wear on different occasions.
Grammar Content (s)
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary. Vocabulary related to clothes, accesories,

Verb to wear
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have them listen to the tape again and ask them to answer the questions about what they listened
to.
Instructions:
Listen and answer the questions orally.
Script
Woman speaking:
Hello. My name is Marsha. Im a Marketing Manager at an important department store in
town. I have many responsibilities and meetings with important customers every day of the
week. That is why I have to look very professional at all times. I like to wear elegant but
comfortable clothes when Im working. I wear formal clothes such as skirt suits, blouses,
pants and jackets at the office. I normally wear high heeled shoes but sometimes I wear flat
shoes because Im very tall. Ah, and I love gold and silver jewelry. On Fridays and some
days of the week I have other activities after work. I meet my friends and my boyfriend and
I prefer to wear clothes that I buy in exclusive shops because Im tired of the department
store fashions. On weekends I wear casual clothes in bright colors such as tops, sweaters,
pants, jogging suits, comfortable shoes and sneakers because I love to relax in my apartment.
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CLASS 21
OBJECTIVE
Talking about abilities in present, past and future
To be + able to
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to actions and abilities.
CLASS PRESENTATION
TO BE (present) + ABLE TO + VERB
Job interview:
Alex
Betty
Alex
Betty
Alex
Betty
: So, Miss Stevens tell me, What are you able to do?
: I am able to type letters very fast.
: Are you able to type 40 words per minute?
: Yes, I am able to type them.
: Great! Are you able to speak German?
: No, unfortunately, I am not able to speak German
TO BE (past) + ABLE TO + VERB

Joe
Zack
: You are an excellent pianist. Were you able to play the piano as a child?
: No, I wasnt. I was only able to play the piano at 17 after I finished my studies at the
conservatory.
WILL + BE + ABLE TO + VERB

Vivian : When will you be able to speak English?
Mary : I will be able to speak fluent English after I finish my course
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CLASS 22
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about possibilities in the future. Saying what you will /

wont be able to do.
Will be able to. Affirmative, Negative and Interrogative
Listening activity:
1.
Give your students the corresponding handout and direct their attention to the containers.
Play the tape again, and ask students to complete the shopping list by putting items with their
containers.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Instructions: Listen to the dialogs and say if the statements below are true or false.
Script:
1. Albert:
Tanya:
Albert:
2.
Barry:
Marilyn:
Barry:
3.
Sheila:
Hank:
Sheila:
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Will you be able to meet me at 7 tonight, Tanya?

Sorry, Albert, Im babysitting until 9, so I wont be able to meet you at 7.
But, Albert, lets see a movie tonight at 9.
Im free after 6 tonight, Tanya. So I will be able to see a movie
tonight at 9.
Marilyn, will you be able to take the kids to school at 8 in the
morning?
Oh! Barry I sleep until 8 oclock, so I will not be able to take them.
By the way, Barry. Will you be able to take the dog to the vet at 10
am today?
Well, I arrive home from work at 8, but I sleep from 9 to 5. So I wont be able to take
the dog to the vet.
Can you attend the symphony at 8, Hank? I have a free ticket.
Lets see. I have a class today only until 4, so I will be able to attend
the symphony.
Hey, Sheila, are you shopping with us this afternoon at 5? You love to shop!
Yes, but I help the children with their homework at that time. So, I will not be able
to shop with you.
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CLASS 23
OBJECTIVE
Talking about real and unreal situations.

Saying what you will do if... and what you would
do if ...
If ... Will
If ... Would
CLASS PRESENTATION
First Conditional
It is used to express a possible condition and its probable result in

the future.
If ... (simple present) ..., Will
If you study hard, you will pass the test.
If you dont study, you wont pass the test
What will you do if you dont pass the test?
Second Conditional
It is used to express something that is unreal or the condition is less

possible to happen.
If ... (simple past) .... , would ....
If I had more time, I would spend it with my children.
If I had more time, I wouldnt visit my in- laws.
What would you do if you had more time?
*Note that all the personal pronouns
(I, you, he, she, it, we, you, they) are followed by were
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CLASS 24
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about holidays, festivities and important dates.
Grammar Content (s)
Prepositions of time
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary. Vocabulary related to celebrations, traditions,

festivities, etc
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have the students listen to the tape once WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
As they listen again, have them answer the questions.
Script:
Hi, Andrea. This is Edward. I guess youre not at home, so I hope you receive this message. I want to invite
you to my house for a traditional Thanksgiving celebration. I know you dont celebrate it here in Chile, but I
really want you to have this typical American experience. Its not on a specific date each year. It is always in
November, because thats when the first celebration happened with the Pilgrims and the Native Americans
in the year 1621. In Chile, November is in the spring, but in my country it is in the fall, which is harvest time.
It falls on the fourth Thursday of the month, so this year it will be on the 27th. I am leaving this message on
Monday at 7 PM, so I hope you dont have other plans. I have a big turkey ready to cook, and I will prepare
my special pumpkin pie. The only thing we cant do in the American style is watch football games on TV or
go to a parade. If you want to bring some Chilean wine, Im sure it wont hurt the celebration. Call me back
and let me know if you can come!
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CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE
Saying how often you did some activities in the past
Simple Past Tense

Questions with HOW OFTEN
Frequency adverbs
Frequency expressions
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adverbs of Frequency: always, generally, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, hardly ever, never.
Adverbs of frequency always go before the main verb, but after the verb to be.
How often did you have soup in summer?
I hardly ever had soup in summer.
How often were you in bed before 9 p.m. during the week?
I was never in bed before 9 p.m.
Did you generally arrive on time for school?
I always arrived on time.
Expressions of Frequency: once, twice, three times a week, every two days, every other day, once in a
while, from time to time, every now and then, etc.
Expressions of Frequency normally go at the end of sentence.
How often did you visit your grandparents as a child?
I visited my grandparents once a week.
How often did you play with your friends as a child?
I played with my friends every day.
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CLASS 2
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Comparing what you did.
Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

Simple past tense
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have students listen to the dialog WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
Have them listen to the dialog again and mark the statements True or False.
Instructions:
Listen and mark the statements True or False.
Script:
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Colin:
Hi, mate! Whats a Yank like you doing in an English pub?
Bill:
Whats up, buddy? Im just here to try the famous English beer.
Colin:
Oh! English beer is stronger than American beer.
Bill:
Yeah! There are many differences between England and the United States.
Colin:
I agree. For example, England is older than the United States.
Bill:
True!, but the United States is bigger and more populated.
Colin:
Thats right. We are a smaller country. Our government is more traditional

and our people are the most eccentric in the world.
Bill:
Yeah, but our movies are the most popular.
Colin:
I know, the States is an amazing country!
Bill:
Sure, and England too. Lets have another beer!
Waitress:
Last orders please! (Bell clings) Last orders at the bar.
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CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE
Talking about actions you have done lately.

Saying what you havent done yet.
Grammar Content (s)
Present Perfect Tense.

Adverbs : ever, never, just, already, yet, lately, recently, today, in the
last few days / weeks / months.
CLASS PRESENTATION
1.
past
Present Perfect can describe an action that began in the past and continues up to the present
(now). .
Persons life
a: Have you ever traveled abroad ?
b: Yes, I have. I have been to many countries.
a: Really ? Have you visited India ?
b: No, I havent. I have never been there.
recently
a: What have you done today?
b: I have typed the documents and I have just
finished the reports
a: Have you arranged the meeting yet?
b: Yes, I have already done it. But I havent organized
the room yet.
Present Perfect
now
When presenting the use of Present Perfect you must include an appropiate time marker e.g.:
recently, lately, so far, today, in the last few days.
2.
Present Perfect can also be used to describe an action that happened at an unspecified time :
Compare: e.g. I have seen The Matrix ( Present Perfect ) / I saw the Matrix yesterday.( Simple
Past ).
3.
Present Perfect can also be used when an action in the past has a result now.
e.g.: He told me his name but Ive forgotten it. ( I cant remember it now. )
He has lost his key. ( = He lost it and he still doesnt have it.)
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PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO TEACH ALL THE USES . THIS WILL DEPEND
ON THE LEVEL OF STUDENTS
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LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about the things people have experienced and have been
undergoing.
Grammar Content (s)
Present Perfect Tense (aff., neg. and int.)

Present Perfect Continuous Tense (aff., neg.,P and int.)
Verbs in Participle
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary, yet, just, already
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have the students listen to the dialog WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
Have the students mark the statements as True or False as they listen again.
Instructions:
Script:
Doctor:
Mother:
Doctor:
Mother:
Doctor:
Mother:
Doctor:
Mother:
Doctor:
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How much orange juice has he been drinking since Monday ?

He has not drunk any orange juice yet.
Doctor, how much juice do I need to give him?
I suggest you give him a glass in the morning.
And how many bananas does he need to eat daily?
Your baby needs to eat one banana a day.
Has he eaten other types of fruit?
No, he hasnt.
Well, I recommend that you include other fruits in his diet. First, give
him one spoonful of mashed fruit, then two spoonfuls the following
day and continue increasing the amount.
Doctor, when will he start eating vegetables?
Not yet. Lets talk about that on your next appointment.
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CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE
Asking your classmates what they did

Saying what you did
Simple Past Tense in affirmative, negative and interrogative forms

Regular and irregular verbs in the past tense
Lexical Content (s)
Expressions of time
CLASS PRESENTATION
Matt
Ricky
Matt
Ricky
Matt
Ricky
Matt
Ricky
Matt
Ricky
Matt
Ricky
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Hi Ricky. When did you return from your vacations?

I arrived in Santiago last night.
Where did you go?
I went to San Pedro de Atacama.
How long did you stay there?
I stayed there for two weeks?
Did you visit the Valley of the moon?
Yes, I did.
Did you go to Iquique?
No, I didnt. I didnt have time.
And tell me Rick, who looked after your dog here in Santiago while you were away?
Johnny looked after it.
work
land
want
love
Regular Verbs
worked (t)
landed (id)
wanted (id)
loved (d)
go
drive
take
buy
Irregular Verbs
-
went
drove
took
bought
Expressions of time: last night, yesterday, two months ago, the day before yesterday, etc.
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CLASS 6
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about the frequency of actions in peoples lives.
Adverbs of frequency
Simple present tense
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Before playing the tape, list on the board any new vocabulary the students will need to
understand (suggested words are underlined in the script below; provide more if necessary).
Have students listen to the dialog WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
Have them listen to the dialog again and mark the statements True or False.
Script:
Hello! Thank you for listening to my message on the Lonely Hearts Phone Contact. My
name is Kevin. Im a computer technician. I am going to tell you about the things I usually
do. I live alone in a small apartment downtown. I always get up at 7 oclock on weekdays
but I never do it so early on the weekend. To tell you the truth, I always do it quite late.
He, he. When Im working, I frequently take my lunch break at 1:00 PM. I sometimes
have lunch with my co-workers or a couple of friends that work nearby. I often leave my
job at 6:00 PM and as I live alone, I always have to do some shopping or sometimes the
cleaning or the cooking at home, even though I try to avoid it because Im not very good
at doing the chores. He, he. On Tuesdays and Fridays, I usually go to the gym after
work and if Im not tired I sometimes meet my friends to go to the pub or the movies. I
rarely go out of town on the weekend but when I am on vacation I always travel abroad
with my pals. Leave a message if you want to speak personally. Ill be waiting.
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CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE
Asking and saying what you were doing

Saying what you did in the past
Simple Past Tense

Past Continuous Tense
Regular and irregular verbs
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to past events
CLASS PRESENTATION
SIMPLE PAST : An action that began and ended at a particular time in the past.
Hector
Patty
Hector
Patty
Hector
Patty
Hector
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Patty, what did you do last weekend?

I went to the disco with my boyfriend. What about you?
I had a party at home.
Did you have a good time?
Yes, I did.
Did Susan go to the party?
No, she didnt. She was sick.
PAST CONTINUOUS : An action in progress at a very specific time in the past.

Allan
Bill
Allan
: Bill what were you doing yesterday at 11:30?

: I was watching the football match at my friends house, why?
: Because I called you and you were not at home.
WHEN (an action in progress which is interrupted)

Sean was taking a shower WHEN the telephone rang.
WHILE (two actions in progression happenning at the same time)
Mary was cooking dinner WHILE her husband was watching TV.
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CLASS 8
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Saying what you did in the past
Simple Past Tense

Auxiiary Did
Regular and Irregular Verbs
Verb to be in the past
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
As they listen again, have the students mark the photographs 1 through 6 as they identify the
person speaking.
Script:
1.
My name is Anita Wilkins. When I was little I always had a real interest in people and social issues.
In the sixties, I was involved in politics and the students union at the university. I am living an
interesting life. I help many people as a lawyer and a manager of my own business.
2.
Im Sheila Mackenzie. I married my husband Robert in the Fifties. It was love at first sight. We met
through common friends who thought we would make a good couple. He looked at me and invited
me to dance. I wish you could all have a romance like ours.
3.
My name is Tom LeBlanc and Im a pediatrician. As a child I became interested in medicine. I

dissected frogs and I did things that most kids found quite disgusting. At Med school I decided to
do my specialization as a pediatrician. Now I think it was an excellent choice.
4.
Im Peter Craddock. Im a businessman. I started my company 15 years ago. The beginning was
difficult. I worked, ate and slept in my office. Now my business is profitable and successful, but Ill
never forget those early days.
5.
My name is Maria Gironi. I began my plant and flower business after I became a widow 10 years
ago. I began with only one assistant and now I employ 30 people, including gardeners, deliverers
and office staff. I was very depressed when my husband died, but this work gave me a fresh start
in life.
6.
Im Gwen Rodriguez. I am a scientist and a researcher. My mother is American and my father is

Puerto Rican. When I was 22, I got a scholarship and I began my studies. At the same time, I worked
with other scientists, prepared papers and taught Immunology. I got married five years ago and have
2 children.
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CLASS 9
OBJECTIVE
Referring to what you have been doing.

Describing activities you have been doing.
Grammar Content (s)
Present Perfect ContinuousTense.

Connectors FOR and SINCE.
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary learned in the Lab. and conversation classes.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Present Perfect Continuous is used to talk about actions which started in the past and continues into
the present.
Frank : Hi Katy, Where have you been hiding lately?
I havent seen you for a long time.
Katy : I have been working a lot lately.
Frank : Why is that?
Katy : Because I want to buy a car.
Frank : Thats great! How long have you been saving money?
Katy : Well, Ive been saving for around a year now.
Frank : When will you start looking for a car?
Katy : Actually, I have been looking for a car for the past 2 days, but I havent found
anything I like yet.
Frank : I hope you find something that you like soon.
FOR is used to express a period of time.
How long have you been waiting for the bus?
I have been waiting for twenty minutes.
SINCE is used to refer to the specific moment an action began
Has John been studying?
Yes, He has been studying since 9 am.
Have you been working all day?
No, I havent . I have been working since 11 oclock this morning.
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CLASS 10
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about what you do every day and what you did in the past.
Grammar Content (s)
Simple present and Simple past tense

Advebs of frequency, frequency expressions and the position of these
in a sententence.
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary, always, generally, sometimes, never, etc

How often
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have the students listen to the description WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
Have them listen to the tape again. Then ask the students to mark the statements True or False.
Instructions:
Script:
Hello there! My name is Belinda. This is my first time using a Video Dating Service. Let
me tell you about myself, and I hope we are compatible. Im never really alone, because
I talk to my 17 cats all the time. I rescued one from the street just last week. I feed them
every day. At first I bought their food from the pet store, but now I just check the neighbors
trash cans. I am very thrifty. I dont eat breakfast, because I wake up late and run to
work. I got a really good job last month at the Ali Baba Coffee Shop, and now I work six
days a week. Before this job, I didnt work for 2 years. I meet a lot of different men, but
I didnt like my last date. I told him that he needed to treat me like an intelligent girl. I
always say what I think. I hear compliments about my outgoing personality constantly,
and I receive the most tips of all the girls. The attention I receive from my customers is
very nice, but I want to meet Mr. Right. I spend every night at home painting my toenails
while Im waiting for him to appear. Could it be you, baby?
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CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE
Talking about what you hated, liked, needed or wanted

Talking about how you felt
Simple Past Tense
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to likes, dislikes, needs, etc
CLASS PRESENTATION 1
Liked, loved, hated, disliked (= didnt like).
Verb + Noun
Did you like apples as a child?
Did your sister like cats as a child?
What kind of food did you like as a child?
Yes, I did. I liked apples.

No, she didnt . She loved dogs.
I liked homemade food.
Verb + Action
Did you like dancing disco music as a teenager?
Did you like to dance tango as a teenager?
What did he like to do at school?
Yes, I did. I loved dancing disco.

No. I didnt.
He liked to play sports at school.
CLASS PRESENTATION 2
Adjectives related to feelings: happy, sad, tired, upset, bored, excited, etc.
Feel + adjective. e.g.:
A:
B:
A:
B:
How did you feel on your first date?

I felt excited and nervous.
Did you feel upset when you failed the exam?

No, I didnt. I felt disappointed.
Why did you feel disappointed?
Because I studied a lot.
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CLASS 12
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about how you felt.
Grammar Content (s)
Simple past (regular and irregular verbs)

Auxiliary Did
Past tense of To be
Feelings (adjectives)
Lexical Content (s)
worried, interested, scared, etc.
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Play the tape again, and ask students to mark the statements True of False.
Instructions:
Listen and mark the statements True of False.
Script:
Hi. Im Bill. Last summer I was determined to do something about my weight. I looked
really fat. Most of my clothes looked as if they were two sizes smaller, and I was really
lacking energy every time I had to run or go upstairs. On top of that, I was feeling very
insecure and lonely because I wasnt having any luck with the girls at the beach. I started
to feel worried about myself when a friend advised me to enroll in a gym. When I arrived
there, I saw people showing off their perfect bodies. I felt quite envious and nervous at
the beginning, but I started to work out hard every single day. Together with this, I
followed a strict diet and I quit my smoking and drinking habits. A few months later, I
could see the benefits of my new lifestyle. I lost weight, made lots of new friends, and
most important, met my lovely new girlfriend. How can I not be happy about the results
of my efforts?
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CLASS 13
OBJECTIVE
Talking about actions you have done, using indefinite pronouns
Grammar Content (s)
Simple Present Perfect.

Simple present.
Indefinite Pronouns
CLASS PRESENTATION
Indefinite pronouns are used to talk about unspecified people, things or places.
Indefinite pronouns take the third person singular form.
Eg:
Everybody likes to eat icecream in summer.

Somebody is looking for you.
Beginning
(100 %)
(0 %)
Daughter
Mother
Daughter
Mother
Daughter
Every
Some ( + )
Any ( -, ? )
No
Ending
body / one = people
thing = object
where = place
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:
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Did anybody call me while I was out?

Yes, somebody called you, but I cant remember his name.
Did he leave a message?
He said something about picking you up at 6 p.m., apparently he is taking you
somewhere special tonight.
: Yeah, we are going to Carols party. Everybody will be there.
NOTE : You can use any of the tenses studied up to this level.
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CLASS 14
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about abilities in the present and in the past.
Grammar Content (s)
Can/ Could/(To be able to)
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
As you play the tape again, have the students underline each instance of the use of abilities in the
past or present.
Instructions:
Listen and underline the sentences that express abilities in the past or present tenses.
Script:
Child:
Mother:
Child:
Mother:
Child:
Mother:
Child:
Mother:
Child:
Mother:
Child:
Mother:
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Mummy, Mummy, where are you going?

Im going to the supermarket, my little prince.
Can I drive you in the car, Mummy?
Of course you cannot drive the car, darling. You are only five years
old!
Could you drive when you were a little girl, Mummy? Why can you
drive the car now?
When I was five years old, I couldnt drive. I can drive now because I
have learned how to.
Okay, Mummy. You can drive to the supermarket. But, is there
anything that you cant do now that you could do when you were a girl?
Yes, my son. I could play all afternoon. I could eat peanut butter and
pickle sandwiches. I could hide under my bed, and I could imagine
being a princess.
What things can you do now that you couldnt do when you were little,
Mummy? Could
you cook when you were my age?
When I was your age, honey, there were many things that I couldnt do.
I couldnt cook, I couldnt read, I couldnt play the piano. But now I
can cook, I love to read, and I can play the piano. And, when you are
an adult, you can do many things, just like me.
All right, Mummy. Can I have babies, too, when Im a grown up?
Well, only women can have babies. But, when you are a father, you can
explain to your children all of these things. For now, you can be my little
boy, and we can go shopping together.
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CLASS 15
OBJECTIVE
Narrating stories using present, past and future.
Simple Past Tense

Future Tense
CLASS PRESENTATION
Simple Present:
Simple Past:
Future Tense:
Describes everyday activities.

Describes an action that began and ended at a particular time in the past.
Describes an action that will take place in the future.
* Please note that suitable time markers are recommended for this class.
Lucy is a 27 year old executive who studied at Cambridge University. She got a diploma in business with
excellent grades. At present, Lucy is in charge of one of the branches of The New England Bank in
Bristol. She usually attends meetings with new clients, writes weekly reports, and supervises her clients
accounts. Because of her excellent job, last week she received an incentive bonus from the company
together with a package tour to the Caribbean. Lucy will go with her boyfriend Tom on this trip. They will
travel to Jamaica next month. They will stay at the Sunset Bay Resort for 3 days and 2 nights.
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CLASS 16
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Comparing and contrasting people, places and things.
Grammar Content (s)
Long and short adjectives
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
As they listen to the tape again, have students draw the three characters described in the blank
area provided.
Instructions:
Listen and draw the three characters.
Script:
Among my friends, Peter is the tallest. On the other hand, Eric is shorter than Bob. Eric
is thinner than Peter and Bob, who is the heaviest. Erics hair is longer than Peters, but
Bobs is the longest. According to most girls, Peter is the best looking and the most
elegant, but Bob knows that even though he isnt handsome, he is the one with the
biggest smile because he is always in a good mood.
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CLASS 17
OBJECTIVE
Comparing people, places and things

Describing the best people, places and things

Simple Past Tense
Comparative and Superlative forms of adjectives
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adjectives with 1 or 2 syllables:

Adjective
cold
Comparative
colder than
Superlative
the coldest
Eg: April is colder than March, but August is the coldest month of the year.
Adjectives with 2 or more syllables:

Adjective
expensive
Comparative
more expensive than
Superlative
the most expensive
Eg: A dictionary is more expensive than a magazine, but an encyclopaedia is the most expensive
book.
Using as ......... as
Adjectives
sweet
as sweet as
Melons are as sweet as watermelons.
English is not as difficult as Chinese
interesting as interesting as
Reading a book is as interesting as seeing a movie.
Riding a horse is not as dangerous as riding a bull
Exceptions to the rule:

Adjective
good
bad
little
far
many/much
Comparative
better than
worse than
less than
farther than
more than
Superlative
the best
the worst
the least
the farthest
the most
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CLASS 18
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about what you were doing/what you did in the past.
Grammar Content (s)
Simple past (regular and irregular verbs)

Auxiliary Did
Past tense of To be + ing
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
As they listen to the tape again, ask them to match the corresponding person and action with a line.
Check the students answers.
Instructions:
Listen and match the corresponding person and action with a line.
Script:
My friends say to me, Timmy, your family is very boring. For instance, yesterday, when
I arrived home from school they were doing their daily routines. My sister Ann was talking
on the phone with a friend and my brother Ben was listening to music in his bedroom.
Cookie, our German Shepherd, was sleeping on a couch. My mother was parking her
car in the garage and my father was cooking lunch for us in the kitchen. I started to think
about what my friends said to me. When I was resting in my room, I realized what my
friends meant. If boring meant normal, I just wanted to belong to this very boring family.
Theyre great!!
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CLASS 19
OBJECTIVE
Naming and describing food.

Ordering and offering food and drinks.
Grammar Content (s)
All tenses learned up to Beta 8.

WILL / GOING TO.
Conditional WOULD.
Lexical Content (s)
Vocabulary related to food and drinks.
CLASS PRESENTATION
At the Restaurant
Menu
Aperitifs
Starters
Main Course
Side dish
Desserts
Beverages
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:
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:
pisco sour, tequila Margarita.

chicken soup, tomato salad, caesar salad, shrimp cocktail.
beef (rare, medium rare, well done), chicken (grilled), fish (fried), shellfish, pastas.
rice, french fries, mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, salad.
chocolate cake, icecream, apple pie, cheese cake.
soft drinks, beer, wine, mineral water
Waiter
Customer
Waiter
Customer
Waiter
Customer
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Good evening, sir. What would you like to eat?

I would like to start with a Caesar salad.
A fine choice. And what would you like for your main course?
I would like to have the grilled chicken and mashed potatoes..
Will you have anything to drink? Our selection of wines is excellent.
Yes, I will. A bottle of white wine sounds wonderful.
At a Fast Food Restaurant

Menu
Tuna Sandwich, BLT (Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato) Sandwich, Cheeseburger.
Donuts, Muffins, Bagels, Pastries.
Sodas, Fruit Juice, Milk Shakes, Coffee, Tea.
French Fries, Onion Rings, Chicken Wings.
Shop Assistant
Customer
Shop Assistant
Customer
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:
:
:
May I help you?

Yes, Id like to have the BLT please.
Anything else to go with that?
Yes, Ill have a can of Coke.
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CLASS 20
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about unreal situations
Grammar Content (s)
If + past tense, would

If I/she/he/it were.....
Verbs in the past
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have them listen again, and look at the pictures and circle what Jessica would do.
Instructions:
Listen and circle what Jessica would do.
Script:
Liz:
Jessica:
Liz:
Jessica:
Liz:
Jessica:
Liz:
Jessica:
Liz:
Jessica:
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Hi, Jessica. Whats new?

Well, I am thinking about what I would do if I won the lottery.
If I were you, I would invest the money and stop working.
I wouldnt do that. I would travel around the world, buy lots of
new clothes, buy a house and of course a new car.
I dont think you would be able to do all that!
Yeah, I guess you are right. If I had to choose, I would travel
around the world and buy lots of new clothes.
Jessica, did you buy your lottery ticket?
No, but Ill buy it tomorrow.
Well, good luck, Jessica.
Thanks.
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CLASS 21
OBJECTIVE
Describing actions you couldnt do in the past.

Saying what you are able to do now.
Grammar Content (s)
CAN in affirmative, negative and interrogative forms.

COULD in affirmative, negative and interrogative forms.
BE ABLE TO in affirmative, negative and interrogative forms.
Reflexive Pronouns.
CLASS PRESENTATION
EXPRESSING ABILITIES:
To express an ability in the present you can use:
I can drive a car. OR I am able to drive a car
To express an ability in the past you can use:
He could run very fast as a child. OR He was able to run very fast as a child.
To express an ability in the future you can use:
I will be able to type 100 w.p.m. once I finish my typing lessons.
REFLEXIVE PRONOUNS:
Reflexive use
: You look at yourself in the mirror every morning.
Meaning alone or without help
: Soledad has been living by herself for the last two years.
I can change a tyre by myself.
Emphatic
: The Pope himself gave my baby his blessing.
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CLASS 22
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Asking and saying if you have ever done something unusual.
Grammar Content (s)
Have you ever ....? Yes I have / No Ive never done it

Present perfect tense
Participle been
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
As they listen again, have the students fill in the missing information from the dialog printed in the
workbook.
Instructions:
Listen and fill in the blanks.
Script:
Sally:
Peter:
Sally:
Peter:
Sally:
Peter:
Sally:
Peter:
Sally:
Peter:
Sally:
Peter:
Sally:
Peter:
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Have you ever been to the Caribbean, Peter?

Yes, I have. Ive been to Saint Thomas. Thats the Caribbean. Isnt it?
Yes, it is. Ive been there. I had a really good time!
Have you ever been to Puerto Rico?
No, I havent. But I would love to...As a matter of fact, Ill go there next
summer.
Wow! Id love to go there...and dance salsa on a tropical beach...
But Peter... youve never danced salsa!
Youre right, but I could try...Ive never met anyone who could teach me!
Youve never been to a salsa club, Peter! Have you?
No, I havent. Ive always been afraid to go...Im tone deaf...Ive got two left
feet.
Cmon, Peter...you have to give it a try sometime. Have you ever been to
the salsa place called Chicos on Main Street?
No, I havent. Why are you asking?
We could go there and practice!
Sure. Why not?
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CLASS 23
OBJECTIVE
Talking about life experiences.

Saying what you have done and what you did.
Grammar Content (s)
Present Perfect Tense

Simple past
CLASS PRESENTATION
Present perfect
Simple past
Douglas
Luis
Douglas
Luis
Douglas
Luis
An action that happened at an unspecified time.

An action that began and ended at a particular time in the past.
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:
:
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:
Have you ever sung in public?

Yes, I have, but only once.
When did you sing?
I sang last year at a friends party.
Why havent you sung again?
Becase I have never felt more embarrased in my life.
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CLASS 24
LISTENING CLASS
OBJECTIVE
Talking about quantities in the past.
Grammar Content (s)
Countable and Uncountable words
Lexical Content (s)
Script vocabulary, a little, a bit, plenty of, etc
Listening:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
As they listen again, have them circle the quantity they hear for each of the 6 items listed.
Instructions:
Listen and circle the quantity you hear for each of the 6 items listed.
Script:
I felt a little worried when my neighbors invited me to come over for a party at their place.
Im a bit shy and so I imagined all kinds of things about people being extremely unfriendly
with me. What can I say! Im so insecure! Anyway, everything turned out to be quite
different. There were many people and they were very nice to me. The food was
excellent and plenty of, same as the beer, even though I dont like it very much. I noticed
that there was very little wine and very many different kinds of soft drinks which are bad
for my stomach. The DJ played lots of really good music and everybody danced all night
long. Now, I cant wait for a new invitation from my neighbors!
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Talking about belongings
Talking about healthy habits
Talking about health, illness and cures
Talking about sports and lifestyles
Describing an eco-friendly community
Solving everyday problems
Describing people and things
Preparing a rsum and talking about jobs
Asking for clarification and further information
Making telephone calls
Talking about everyday life situations using Phrasal Verbs
Talking about traveling abroad
Planning for visitors from abroad
Expressing different meanings with the verb get
Providing further information about people, places and things
Talking about what will happen under certain conditions
Expressing future plans
Talking about abilities and possibilities Requesting permission
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Talking about unreal situations
Making requests and asking for favors
Expressing obligation and prohibition
Asking and describing past experiences
Stating alternatives using either/neither
Talking about world history
Expressing similarities and differences using either / neither
Talking about parts of the house
Narrating crime stories
Talking about cooking and eating out
Requesting and providing information about the mass media
Talking about famous people
Talking about organizing an event
Using relative clauses
Talking about likes and Dislikes, describing events and giving
suggestions
Asking for and giving directions
Talking about things you have been doing lately
Talking about life experiences
Talking about things you have/havent done
Requesting information about people and places
Giving commands and expressing requests
Describing situations
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Talking about childhood memories

Talking about people, things and places
Talking about past habits
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Expressing wishes and desires
Talking about house and housing
Comparing situations
Describing how something works
Describing objects and clothes Talking about shape, colour, size,
weight and material
Expressing ideas using it
Talking about types of jobs and places of work
Comparing different epochs
Asking for and giving advice
Doing things by ourselves
Expressing your opinion and clarifying ideas
Talking about expressions using get
Making predictions
Expressing regrets regarding people, places and situations
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a course of action using the third conditional
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Reporting daily life situations

Reporting world events from present and past
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Suggesting a course of action in the past
Talking about basic banking
Requesting information
Talking about job interviews
Providing personal information through your rsum
Giving info. and advice about traveling using passive voice
Using colloquial expressions and slang
Requesting and giving info. about inventions and technology
Providing information about cultures and languages
Asking for and giving info. About appearance and trends
Talking about feelings
Talking about shopping and prices
Talking about ambitions and goals
Describing weather conditions
Talking about tourism
Emergency health situations
Having others do something for you
Making, changing and canceling reservations
Talking about countries around the world
Talking about past events
Talking about traditions and lifestyles
Talking about interesting people from the past
Praising and complementing people
Talking about world development
Communicating through writing
Adding, contrasting info. and making conclusions
Complaining about goods and services
Describing your house. Naming rooms
Using indefinite pronouns
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE :
Talking about peoples daily actions.
Contents:

Present Continuous.
Questions with WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, WHO, WHICH, HOW OFTEN, etc.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Present Continuous : It is used to describe actions or events that are happening at or around the time
of speaking.
At the Supermarket
Alex
Rod
Alex
Rod
:
:
:
:
Hey, whats up man! What are you doing here at the supermarket?
Im buying snacks for tonights party.
You are buying a lot of things. Are you paying with a credit card?
No. I am not paying with my credit card. I am paying cash.
Simple Present: It is used to describe habits or things that happen regularly.

On the street
Carol
Linda
Carol
Linda
:
:
:
:
Hey, Linda where are you going?

Im going to the gym!
Do you go to the gym everyday?
No, I do not. I only go twice a week.
*Both tenses can be combined as follows:

In the car
Peter : Why dont you answer your cell phone?
Robert : Because I dont talk on the phone while Im driving.
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 2
OBJECTIVE :
Describing ways of performing an action.
Contents:
Adverbs of place, manner and time.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adverbs of manner: They express HOW something happens or is done. Ex.: angrily, slowly. Most
of the time they are placed at the end of a sentence.
Exceptions: There are some irregular adverbs which do not finish in -ly :
Adjective
good
bad
fast
hard
high
Adverb
well
bad*
fast
hard*
high*
Adjective
late
long
low
near
straight
Adverb
late*
long
low
near*
straight
*Note: These adverbs can also be found as : badly, hardly, highly, nearly, lately. However, they can have
different meanings.
Ex. Our children study very hard at school during the year.
Adverbs of place: They express WHERE something happens. Ex.: upstairs, here, there, in Tokyo,
etc. Most of the time they are placed at the end of a sentence.
Adverbs of time: They express WHEN something happens. Ex.: in the morning, today, tomorrow.
They can go at the beginning of the sentence, before the verb or at the end of a sentence.
Manner
How?
hard
Place
Where?
at school
Time
When?
during the year
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE:
Describing people, places and things
Contents:
Questions:
What do/does...look like?
What is/are...like?
Adjectives
CLASS PRESENTATION
What do/does...look like? (for physical features)
What is/are...like? (for psychological features)
Pat
Jean
Pat
Jean
:
:
:
:
What does your sister look like, Jean?

Well, she is short and a little overweight. She has short, wavy hair and black eyes.
Oh! And, what is she like, then?
My sister is an easy-going, open-minded woman. She is friendly and reliable.
Mark
Officer
Mark
Ofiicer
Mark
:
:
:
:
:
Excuse me, officer. Could you tell me where the Iglesia de San Francisco is?
It is on Alameda Avenue, across from San Antonio St.
All right! and...what does it look like?
It is the red, colonial building. You cant miss it!
Thank you, officer.
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 4
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing frequency of actions.
Contents:

Adverbs of frequency.
Expressions of Frequency
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adverbs of frequency: They express HOW OFTEN something happens or is done. Ex.: always,
usually, generally, often, sometimes, seldom, rarely, almost never, never.
They are placed:
- Before the main verb.
- After the verb to be.
- Between an auxiliary verb and the main verb.
Ex: He always arrives late.

Ex: He is always late.
Ex: He has always arrived late.
Expressions of Frequency : once, twice, three times a week, every two days, every other day, once
in a while, from time to time, etc.
Expressions of Frequency normally go at the end of a sentence.
Paul
Sandy
Paul
Sandy
Paul
Sandy
:
:
:
:
:
:
Hey Sandy, where are you going in such a hurry?

Im going to the disco for my salsa lessons.
Oh! Really? And... how often do you take your lessons?
Twice a week.
And... do you usually go alone?
Well, I generally go with Rosalyn but I cant wait for her any longer.
She is always late. Bye!
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE:
Comparing people, places and things.
Contents:
Comparatives and superlatives.

As...as/ not as...as
Irregular comparison (little / less / least)
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adjectives of 1 or 2 syllables:
Adjective
cold
Ex:
Superlative
the coldest
April is colder than March, but August is the coldest month of the year.
Adjectives of 2 or more syllables:

Adjective
expensive
Ex:
Comparative
colder than
Comparative
more expensive than
Superlative
the most expensive
A dictionary is more expensive than a magazine, but an encyclopedia is the most

expensive of the three.
Adjectives
sweet
as sweet as
Ex:Melons are as sweet as watermelons.
interesting
as interesting as
Ex: Reading a book is as interesting as seeing a movie.

Adjective
good
bad
little
far
Comparative
better than
worse than
less than
farther than
Superlative
the best
the worst
the least
the farthest
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 6
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing quantities.
Contents:

Present Continuous
Countable / Uncountable nouns
There is / There are
Quantities, measures and containers
Vocabulary related to the topic
CLASS PRESENTATION
Anne : Im going to the supermarket. Do you need anything, Bob?
Bob
: Yes, please. Could you bring me some cans of beer and half a kilo of cheese?
Anne : Sure!
Bob
: Is there any roast beef left in the fridge?
Anne : Well, there is just a little left.
Bob
: So, some roast beef would be nice! Oh, add a jar of pickles and a big bag of potato chips,
please.
Anne : Are you having a party tonight?
Bob
: No, Im not. Its just Alex who is coming over to watch the football match.
Anne : Oh! I see.
uncountable nouns
much ( -, ? )
a little
countable nouns
enough
a lot of
some ( + )
any ( -, ? )
many
a few
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about belongings.
Contents:

Verb to be.
Questions with WHOSE.
Possessive Adjectives.
Genitive Case.
Possessive pronouns.
Belong to + Object pronouns
CLASS PRESENTATION
Possessive Adjectives:
my, your, his, her, its, our, your, their.
Possessive Pronouns:
mine, yours, his, hers, its, ours, yours, theirs.
Genitive case:
Please note that according to Grammar, an apostrophe s (s) is added to names ending in s
for the genitive case. However, in everyday language the s is generally omitted. e.g. Charless
house / Charles house. Consequently, both structures are considered correct.
Belong to + Object pronouns: It belongs to me, you, him, her, it, us, them.
Alex : So, Anna, which one is your suitcase?

Anna : The red one. That one is mine!
Alex : I thought it was the pink one with the big orange flower!
Anna : No, that is Sibylas. That lovely suitcase belongs to her.
Alex : And, whose bag is the blue one?
Anna : That one is Andys bag.
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 8
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about healthy habits.
Contents:

Adverbs of Frequency
CLASS PRESENTATION
At the Doctors
Victor
Doctor
Victor
Doctor
:
:
:
:
Victor
Doctor
Victor
Doctor
Victor
Doctor
Victor
Doctor
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Good morning, doctor.

Good morning, Victor. How are you?
Mmm, not that bad. But... Im having problems with my back.
All right. Let me ask you a few questions.
How much water do you drink daily?
Pure water? Just a little. I drink a lot of beer and sodas, though.
Aha! Do you eat any fresh fruit and vegetables?
Just some. I prefer eating meat and French Fries.
Do you smoke?
Yes! I smoke a lot, I must confess.
And... How often do you exercise?
I exercise my finger every day with the remote control unit.
Well Victor, you will have to change your habits; you need to lose weight,
eat more nutritious fiber foods, quit smoking and exercise more.
Suggested tips:
Reduce fat intake.

Eat more nutritious fiber foods.
Drink plenty of water.
Exercise sensibly.
Cut down on refined sugar.
Limit salt.
Quit smoking, give up caffeine and other drugs, and reduce alcohol.
Maintain optimum weight.
Manage stress.
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 9
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about health, illnesses and cures.
Contents:

Vocabulary and expressions related to the topic
CLASS PRESENTATION
Paul
Bob
Paul
: Hello Bob! Whats the matter with you? You look very pale.
: I have a headache and I feel awful.
: Oh! Im sorry to hear that. Why dont you take an aspirin?
Whats the matter?

I have a/an headache, earache, toothache, stomachache, backache, sore throat,
(a) fever/ (a) temperature, cold, cough, virus, infection, rash, insect bite, sunburn,
stiff neck, runny nose, etc.
I feel... sick, ill, awful, faint, dizzy, nauseous, bloated.
Why dont you ... lie down, take an aspirin / a painkiller / cough syrup / antacid tablets, etc.?
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 10
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about sports and lifestyles
Contents:

CLASS PRESENTATION
Some common ball games: soccer, volleyball, beach volley, basketball, tennis, squash, golf, hockey,
rugby, table tennis, baseball, football (Am), etc.
Other sports and games: Track and field, swimming, boxing, skiing, surfing, windsurfing, bowling,
horse back riding, archery, fishing, ice skating, rollerskating
Playing areas:
Court= tennis, volleyball, basketball, squash, badminton
Field= football (Am), rugby, hockey, cricket
Course= golf
Track= athletics, motor racing
Pool=swimming
Ring=boxing
Slopes= skiing
Alley=bowling
Rink= skating, rollerskating
Equipment: racket, ball, golf clubs, helmet, whistle, net, hockey stick, paddle, baseball bat, bow, arrow,
target, etc.
Useful verbs: (with a ball) Throw, head, pass, hit, catch, kick, etc.
Win lose, break / hold the record, beat, defeat, score a point / goal, end in a tie.
Extreme sports:
Air= paragliding, hang gliding, bungee jumping, sky diving (with a skate), parachuting.
Earth= rock climbing, rollerskating, skateboarding, snowboarding, mountain biking, motocross
Water= canoing, kayaking, rafting, windsurfing, surfing, cave diving
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE:
Describing an eco-friendly community.
Contents:

There is / There are
Quantities
CLASS PRESENTATION
Carol
Linda
Carol
Linda
:
:
:
:
Carol :
Linda :
Carol :
Linda :
Carol :
Linda :
Carol :
Linda :
Terminology:
So Linda, how do you like this eco-friendly town you are living in?
Oh! Its absolutely gorgeous! Everything is built in harmony with the environment.
Is it some kind of hippie community?
Not at all! Urbanists and architects have used non-toxic, recycled and recyclable
materials to build the houses. The idea is to save on energy, water and raw materials.
All houses are within easy walking distance of each other with carefully placed trees to
cool them in summer and shelter them from winter winds.
It sounds like pedestrian paradise!
Yeah! Its a whole new lifestyle less dependant on cars. There are bike lanes and
greenways all through the town and you can easily reach the downtown area on foot or
bike.
And... what about community services?
Well, there are farmers markets, which offer fresh organic produce and all kinds of
shops like bakeries with fresh bread every day.
Are there any buses?
Yes, there is a fleet of electric buses, which help reduce local air pollutants,
preserving farmland and the wildlife habitat.
It seems really interesting!
Absolutely! Architects and city planners are beginning to shape these visions of
sustainability, and, perhaps more importantly, beginning to change the rules of urban
design.
environmentally friendly; eco-friendly; energy efficiency, clean power; non-toxic materials,
sustainable construction materials, recycling system; habitat restoration, farmland,
wildlife, landscape; cityscape, civic community and services; brownfields (abandoned
industrial sites), eco-industrial parks, pollution, air/water pollutant; waste disposal,
dumps.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 12
OBJECTIVE:
Solving everyday problems
Contents:

CLASS PRESENTATION
Things that go wrong in houses:
Lights go out. Blackout
Bathroom flooded
The door handle comes off
Batteries run out
Washing machine, refrigerator, blender, etc. brake down
Pipe leaking
Door key breaks
Heating / air conditioning stop working
Things that go wrong at work:
Computer breaks down
The printer runs out of ink
Spilling coffee on documents or keyboard
Air conditioning out of order
Lock oneself out of the office
Arrive late, miss the bus
Photocopying machine broken
Useful verbs: break, drop, spill, ruin, burn, run out of, miss, forget, lose, etc.
Examples:
A: Im afraid I left the money at home. Can I pay with credit card?
B: No problem, madam
A: Oh, no! I also forgot my wallet!
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A:
B:
A:
B:
Its pretty hot in here!

I know. The air conditioning is not working.
And, how are we going to work! This is unbearable!
Dont worry. I already called the company. They are coming. Use this fan meanwhile.
A:
B:
A:
B:
A:
There is something wrong with your TV.

What is it?
I dont know. I turned it on and nothing happens.
Did you plug it in?
Oops! Sorry...
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 13
OBJECTIVE:
Describing people and things.
Content:
Adjectives
Vocabulary related to the function.
In addition to the many adjectives that we already know, we can build an enormous quantity of new
adjectives from most nouns and verbs. This class will deal mainly with adjectives used for physical
and psychological descriptions.
1.
Most nouns can be used in combination with an adjective plus the ending -(e)d
to form a new adjective:
Adjective
brown
sweet
long
old
2.
Noun
eye
manner
neck
fashion
-(e)d
d
ed
ed
ed
= new adjective
brown-eyed
sweet-mannered
long-necked
old-fashioned
Example
Jeff prefers brown-eyed girls.
A sweet-mannered little girl.
A very long-necked giraffe.
Hes really old-fashioned.
Most verbs can be used in combination with an adjective plus the ending -ing to
form a new adjective:
Adjective
hard
slow
quick
good
verb
work
move
think
look
-ing
ing
ing
ing
ing
= new adjective
hard-working
slow-moving
quick-thinking
good-looking
Example
A hard-working professional.
A slow-moving insect.
What a quick-thinking student!
A good-looking actor.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 14
OBJECTIVE:
Preparing a rsum and talking about jobs.
Content:
Promote a discussion among sts. about the importance of rsums. Guide the discussion mentioning the points below:
to summarize education and work experience.
to attract attention as a strong candidate for a job.

Regarding the latter, introduce the concept of dynamic words (see back of writing class 1 handout 1) and have sts. provide
examples in relation to their fields of work.
Rsum Form
Full Name
Home Address
City, Province or State, Country
(area code) telephone-number
E-mail@address
(bold
(bold print)
print)
OBJECTIVE:
To....
EDUCATION:
Complete Name of Institution, Title Earned, Month, Year.
(more recent)
(less recent)
Complete Name of Institution, Program or Studies, Years.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Year - Present
Job Title, Company Name, City, Province or State, Country.

Description.
Year - Year

Description.
Year - Year
(most recent)
(less recent)
(least recent)

Description.
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
Hobby, Sport, Pastimes.
REFERENCES:
Available upon request.
Remember: The purpose of your rsum is to convince the prospective employer to interview you. For this reason, it is
important to:
make it easy for the employer to note your name and know how to contact you.
list your work experience in reverse chronological order (most recent first).
accentuate the positive in all of the experiences you have noted.
adapt the rsum to the job for which you are applying.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 15
OBJECTIVE:
Asking for clarification and further information.
Content:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Flight attendant
Traveler
Flight attendant
Traveler
Flight attendant
Traveler
Flight attendant
Traveler
Flight attendant
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Excuse me, please fasten your seat belt!

Im sorry. I didnt hear you. What did you say?
I asked you to fasten your seatbelt.
Oh, okay.
Please put your seat in an upright position.
What does upright mean?
It means vertical. Please, put your backpack in the overhead compartment!
I beg your pardon?
Could you please put your backpack in the compartment, above your head.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 16
OBJECTIVE:
Making telephone calls.
Contents:
Vocabulary and expressions related to the function.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Making reservations
Jenny
Customer
Jenny
Customer
Jenny
Customer
Taking a message
Jorge
Secretary
Jorge
Secretary
Jorge
:
:
:
:
:
:
Tron Airlines. Jenny speaking. How may I help you?

Yes. Id like to know whether you have flights from L.A. to Boston.
Yes, we do.
Id like to reserve two seats on your earliest flight on June 23rd.
Hold on a moment please while I check to see what is available.
Thank you.
: Hello. May I please speak to Mr. Redford?

: Im afraid he isnt here right now. Can I take a message?
: Yes, please. This is Jorge from the repair shop. Im calling to tell him
that his car will be ready at six this afternoon.
: Okay. Ill give him your message.
: Thanks.
Leaving a message on an answering machine

Alexs answering machine
: Hello. This is Alex. Im not home right now. At the sound of the
tone, please leave your name and message, and Ill call you
back. (BEEP)
Erica
: Hello, Alex. This is Erica. Im calling to ask if youd be
interested in going to the art museum with me tomorrow. Give
me a call when you can. Ill be home this afternoon after four.
Bye.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 17
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about everyday life situations using phrasal verbs.
Contents:
Phrasal verbs.
CLASS PRESENTATION
A phrasal verb is the combination of a VERB + PREPOSITION
(The meaning of a phrasal verb must be different to that of the verb alone).
Phrasal verbs
To put up with
To put off
To drop by
To come across
To cheer up
To turn out
To ask out
To break up
To make up
To figure out
To pass out
To show up
To get along with
To look forward to
To find out
Meaning
To tolerate
To postpone
To visit informally
To meet by chance/to find by chance
To make somebody feel happier/better
To result
To ask someone to go on a date
To end a relationship
To invent something
To find the answer by reasoning
To lose consciousness, to faint
To appear or come
To have a friendly relationship with somebody
To long for something
To discover information
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 18
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about traveling abroad.
Content:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Verbs
Terminology
Expressions
: travel, fly, plan, arrive, book, reserve, pack, unpack, exchange, etc.
: flights, ticket, luggage, Duty Free Shops, Passenger Lounge, souvenir, etc.
: non-stop flight, one way ticket, round trip ticket, wake up call, check in, check out, etc.
World Tours
The Travel Agency for dynamic travelers
At World Tours we:
- have hundreds of travel brochures.
- have a selection of package vacations.
- can get you lower airfares
- can arrange flexible schedules.
- can arrange guided tours of any country in the world.
- can help with an extended stay, if you wish.
Travel agent
Traveler
Travel agent
Traveler
Travel agent
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: So, where would you like to go?

: Ive studied some travel brochures carefully. Id like to plan an extended stay
in France, say, two months.
: That sounds exciting. Lets see what we can do.
: I love to travel, but I cant stand package vacations. I like to choose my own
hotels and restaurants, but, of course, Im looking for a bargain.
: Well, we can get you the lowest airfares to France.
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 19
OBJECTIVE:
Planning for visitors from abroad.
Content:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Verbs
Expressions
: arrange, organize, meet, book, hire, pick up, etc.

: flight departure/arrivals, duty free, go through customs, taxes, etc.
The boss
: Sandra, have you already made all the necessary arrangements for Mr.Turners
stay in Chile?
: Yes, everything is ready.
: What time is his flight due to arrive?
: It is scheduled for arrival on Wednesday at 8:00 pm.
: Who is going to meet him at the airport?
: Roger, the Public Relations manager, will pick him up and take him to the
hotel.
: Did you make sure that the room booked is big and comfortable enough for
him?
: Yes. I also organized for a fruit platter to be sent to his room.
: That was an excellent idea. By the way, did you notify him about tomorrows
meeting?
: Yes, I did, and I hired a car to take him to the convention venue, and also to
drive him around the city as he wants to go sightseeing.
: Thank you very much, Sandra.
Sandra
The boss
Sandra
The boss
Sandra
The boss
Sandra
The boss
Sandra
The boss
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 20
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing different meanings with the verbget.
Content:
Verb to get
CLASS PRESENTATION
Different meanings of ther verb get
Receive
Obtain
Buy
Become
Arrive
Bring
Understand
Catch a disease
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
I usually get e-mails from my cousin in Spain.

Billy got a discount at the department store.
Where did you get your stereo system?
Take a sweater! Its getting cold.
He never gets home late.
Could you get me a drink, please.
I dont get what the teacher is saying.
Im not feeling well, I think I got the flu.
The past participle of the verb GET can also be used together with the verb HAVE to mean HAVE.
e.g.:
I have an electric guitar
He has a terrible headache
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I have got an electric guitar.

He has got a terrible headache.
Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 21
OBJECTIVE:
Providing further information about people, places and things.
Contents:
Relative Pronouns
CLASS PRESENTATION
WHO refers to people
This is the man. He asked to see you.

This is the man who asked to see you.
WHICH refers to things
Take the book. It is on the table.

Take the book which is on the table.
WHERE refers to places
This is the city. I was born there.

This is the city where I was born.
THAT refers to people or things
These are the letters. They came from the bank.

These are the letters that came from the bank.
WHOSE refers to belongings
Bills wife is older than him. Her name is Sue.

Bills wife, whose name is Sue, is older than him.
WHEN refers to certain period
I have some days off in January.

I will go to the south of Chile
In January, when I have some days off, I will go to the
south
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 22
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about what will happen under certain conditions.
Contents:
If, simple present, present / future.
CLASS PRESENTATION
1st Conditional
It is used to express a possible condition and its probable result in the future.
a)
(Telephone Conversation)
Simon : Hey John, where are you?
David : Im still at home.
Simon : Well, if you dont hurry, you will miss the beginning of the film.
b) If you stay longer, you wont be able to take the 6:30 train.
NOTE: 0 conditional is taught in lab sessions. Mention the use of it but do not focus your
class on this topic.
0 Conditional
a) Its used to introduce a conditional statement in which you mention a possible situation
If+ subject + verb in present), subject verb in present/ modal can).
If the roof is leaking, it needs a reparation.
If you get here early, you can wait for me in my office
b) Its also use to give instructions or commands
If + subject + verb in present, imperative verb + complement
If you are tired, get a good rest.
If you want to cook this in the microwave oven, preheat it for 5 minutes first.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 23
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing Future Plans.
Contents:
Will and Going to.

Will Be + V...ing.
To Be + V...ing. + Time Phrase.
Expressions of Time.
CLASS PRESENTATION
WILL
Sue
Peter
Sue
= Actions decided at the moment of speaking.

: Hi, Peter. How is your brother?
: He is in hospital.
: Really? I will go to see him this afternoon.
GOING TO = Actions previously planned.

Jenny : What are you going to wear for the party on Saturday?
Kerri : Im going to wear my red dress.
TO BE + V + ING + TIME PHRASE = Personal arrangements.
Katty : When are you leaving on vacation?
Paola : I am traveling to the USA tomorrow morning.
WILL BE + V+ ING = Action in progress in the future.
Sole : Do you want to have a coffee at tomorrow at 6?
Franci : Im sorry, but at that time,I will be taking the children to their swimming lesson.
EXPRESSIONS OF TIME:
I will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
They are going to bring the drinks later on.
She is working late tomorrow.
We will be traveling to England next year.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA LOWER MODULE
CLASS 24
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about abilities and possibilities.

Requesting permission.
Contents:
Modal verbs.
CLASS PRESENTATION
ABILITIES
Present
Past
Can : I can swim very well now.

Cant : I cant drive a truck.
Could
Couldnt
: I could climb trees when I was a child.

: I couldnt speak English last year.
POSSIBILITIES
Can
: We can meet tomorrow

This cant be right.
Could : I could see you in the morning.
Last night we couldnt go out because of the rain.
May : We may need you this afternoon.
It may rain tonight.
PERMISSION
Can : Can I smoke? (informal)
May : May I open the window, please? (formal)
Could : Could a borrow your pen, please? (formal)
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Gamma Course
CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE:
Contents:
Simple past tense + / - / ?

Regular / Irregular verbs
Expressions of Time
CLASS PRESENTATION
The Simple Past tense is used to talk about events that have been completed.
Chuck
Barry
Chuck
Barry
Chuck
Barry
Chuck
Barry
Chuck
Barry
Chuck
Barry
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Hi, Barry! What did you do on your vacation?

I went to Jamaica .
Did you go to a resort or did you rent an apartment?
We rented an apartment near the beach.
What do you mean we? Did you go with someone?
Yes, I did.
Well, who did you go with?
I went with Laura, my new girlfriend.
You have a girlfriend! When did you meet her?
I met her at a party I went to three months ago.
Wow, Barry! You didnt waste any time!
What are you talking about? She invited me to go.
Regular Verbs:
Irregular Verbs:
Rent
Invite
Love
Work
Go Meet -
Rented (id)
Invited
Loved (d)
Worked (t)
Went
Met
Expressions of Time: Last week, yesterday, three years ago, the day before yesterday, etc.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 2
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing advice and moral obligation.
Contents:
Should, ought to, had better, be supposed to.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Should
Used to give advice to someone.
Ex:
Your cough sounds awful! It isnt getting any better. You should see a doctor.
Ought to
Used to advise people (including ourselves) to do things; to tell people that they have a moral obligation,
or to ask about our moral obligation or duty.
Ex:
I really ought to phone my mother; its been so long since I have seen her.
Had better
Used to give advice, or to tell people what to do.
Ex:
Its really late and youre not ready! Youd better finish now. Hurry up!
To be + supposed to
Used to ask or tell people something regarding their tasks they have to do.
Ex:
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Who is supposed to bring the drinks for next weeks party?
Gamma Course
CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about unreal situations.
Contents:
If + past + would / could
CLASS PRESENTATION
Whenever a hypothetical situation needs to be expressed, a conditional sentence can be used.
Ex:
If I won the lottery, I would* travel around the world
Although the main clause (If I won the lottery) is in the past tense in this structure, the conditional
sentence is used to refer to the present or to the future.
* Would can be substituted with might, or could.
Rob
: Did you hear what they said on TV? The lottery jackpot is up to $1.000.000.000!
What would you do if you won that much money?
Nick
: If I won the lottery, I would invest half of the money.
Rob
: You could also buy a beautiful house.
Nick
: Actually, I could buy several beautiful houses.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 4
OBJECTIVE:
Making requests and asking for favors.
Contents:
Modal verbs: can, could, would

Expressions related to the function.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Can
Used for informal requests.
Ex:
Honey, Im tired. Can you put the children to bed? Yes, all right.
Can you open the door for me? My hands are full.
Can you heat up the food a little longer? The meat is still frozen.
Could
Used for formal requests.
Ex:
Excuse me, maam. I seem to be lost. Could you tell me where the Aji Seco restaurant is?
Of course. Just keep walking straight...
Could you lend me a pencil for a moment?
Could you please tell me where the restroom is?
Would
Used for formal requests.
Ex:
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Would you be so kind as to open the door for me, please? Absolutely. There you go.
Would you please make a copy of this report?
Gamma Course
CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing obligation and prohibition.
Contents:
Must, Have to.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Must
Must is normally used to give or ask for orders - the obligation comes from the person who is speaking
or listening.
Ex:
You cannot make a U turn on this avenue. You must obey the traffic sign, sir.
We want to throw a surprise party for George, but you mustnt tell him about it.
Have To
Have to is normally used to talk about an obligation that comes from an outside source - perhaps because
of a law, or a rule, or an agreement, or because some other person has given orders.
Ex:
I cant go the pool party. I have to help my Dad paint the house.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 6
OBJECTIVE:
Asking about and describing past experiences.
Contents:
Simple Past Tense

CLASS PRESENTATION
The Simple Past is used to talk about events that have been completed.
Ex: Juan cleaned the house by himself yesterday.
The Past Continuous is used to stress that an activity was in progress during a period of time.
Ex: What were you doing between 10:00 and 11:00 p.m. yesterday?
In some cases, we can use the Simple Past and Past Continuous in one sentence. When is used to
connect Past Continuous and Simple Past phrases when one action interrupts the other action.
We can also connect two phrases in the Past Continuous tense that are occurring at the same time by
using while.
Wil
Alexia
Wil
Alexia
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Hi, Alex. How are you?

I am angry at you, Wil. I called you yesterday, but you didnt answer the phone.
Im sorry about that, Alexia. I was walking the dog when you called.
What a coincidence. I was buying dog food while you were walking the dog. Thats
why I called. I didnt know which brand to get.
Gamma Course
CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE:
Stating alternatives using either / neither.
Contents:
Both, Either, Neither
CLASS PRESENTATION
Both ...and
This structure is used to emphasize that what you say is applied to two things or people.
Ex.
By that time both Kenny and Julie were living in Africa.
Both my mother and my father belong to the same club.
They feel both exhausted and disappointed.
Either...or
Either...or is used to talk about a choice between two possibilities.
Ex: You can have either tea or coffee.
I dont speak either French or German.
You can either come with me now or walk home.
Either you leave this house or Ill call the police.
This structure is used to join two negative ideas (it is the opposite of both...and).
Ex: Neither James nor Virginia was at home.
I neither smoke nor drink.
The film was neither well made nor well acted
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Gamma Course
CLASS 8
OBJECTIVE: Talking about world history.
Contents:
Simple Past Tense

CLASS PRESENTATION
Juan
Diego
Juan
Diego
Juan
Diego
Juan
Diego
Juan
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Hi, Diego. How are your studies going?

Not as well as Id like. I have a history test, but Im not ready. Can you help me study?
Sure, Diego. Let me see...When did Columbus discover America?
Cristopher Columbus discovered America in 1492.
Who invented the telephone?
A man named Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone.
Excellent, Diego. For an eight-year-old boy, I think you know a lot!
Do you think Im ready for my test, Juan?
I think you are, boy. Good luck.
Suggested Verbs and Expressions: discover, invent, struggle, fight, defeat, establish, timeline,
period, movement, historian, chronological order, etc.
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CLASS 9
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing similarities and differences using either / neither
Contents:
So, neither, either.
CLASS PRESENTATION
So:
Used to agree with an affirmative statement. When using so, the auxiliary verb must be the
same one used in the original statement.
SO + AUXILIARY VERB + SUBJECT
Ex:
I am a really big soccer fan. Oh really? So am I!
Neither:
Used to reinforce or agree with a negative statement. It goes at the beginning of the sentence.
NEITHER + AUXILIARY VERB + SUBJECT
Ex:
I have never traveled to the south of Chile. Neither have I.
Either:
Used also to reinforce a negative statement. However, unlike neither, either is placed at the
end of the sentence.
SUBJECT + AUXILIARY VERB + EITHER
Ex:
You know, I have never learned how to ride a bicycle. I havent either.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 10
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about parts of the house
Contents:
Parts of the house:
living room, dining room, kitchen, bedrrom, spare/guest room,

family room, home office/ study, playroom, garage.
Living room: armchair, sofa, love seat, lamp, coffee table, hi fi, drapes, etc.
Kitchen: stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, cupboards, sink, etc.
Useful verbs:
remodel, refurbish, renovate, add, etc.
Dialog:
Pam: Have you lived in this apartment all your life, Kevin?
Kevin: Almost. My parents lived in a house when I was born but we moved to this apartment
when I was 8.
Pam: Very unusual. Parents always prefer houses to raise their children because of the
space. Was your house spacious,Kevin?
Kevin: Yes, very spacious. It was an old house with a 5 bedrooms, a big attick and a basement.
It also had a big garden and a backyard with trees and flowers.
Pam: Hmm! It sounds like a beautiful house. Why did you move? Was it to expensive to
maintain? You parents could not afford it?
Kevin: Nothing like that. The house was hunted. We always heard weird noises in the kitchen
and in the dining room at night. We also heard steps and chain noises going up and
down the stairs.
Pam: Kidding! You must have been terrified.
Kevin: Indeed! Especially when we foud out that a someone had died there...
Pam: Ghosts! Oh, my....
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Gamma Course
CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE:
Narrating crime stories.
Contents:
Past tenses.
CLASS PRESENTATION
John
Butch
John
Butch
John
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Butch
John
Butch
John
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Did you read the newspaper this morning?

No, I didnt. What happened?
An armed man entered a bank and held it up!
Really?! What happened after that?
Well, right when he was pointing his gun at the cashier, one of the guards punched him
and took his gun away.
Did the police arrive?
Yes, the police arrived at the crime scene 15 minutes later.
Did anyone get hurt?
Fortunately, no one got hurt.
Suggested Vocabulary: rob, steal, break into, murder, convict, hold up, evidence, alibi, felon, crime
scene, crime, offense, illegal, criminal, offender, gang, organized crime.
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CLASS 12
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about cooking and eating out
Contents:
Ways of cooking food: boil, fry, grill, roast, bake, raw

Describing food: Tasty, bland, sweet, salty, hot / spicy, fresh, tender tough,fattening,
fat lean.
Types of restaurant: fast food, bakery, Deli, Irish pubs, pizza, seafood, Chinese, japanese,
Thai, Mexican, Italian, Peruvian, etc.
Dialog
Joan: Tomorrow night my husband is throwing a dinner party for eight, and Im stuck. I dont
know what to serve!
Cindy: Oh! Thats easy. Why dont you make beef stroganoff? Its always a big success.
Joan : How do you prepare it? It sounds pretty complicated.
Cindy: Well, first you have to buy meat without any fat. Then, you cut it into small pieces. When
finished, chop some onions and slice the mushrooms.
Joan : Dont go so fast! Im writing it down!
Cindy: Take the chopped onions and saut them in some oil. Then, add the meat and spices.
When the meat is brown, add the sliced mushrooms and let them simmer. After half an
hour, add the cream and turn off the heat.
Joan : All right! What do you serve it with?
Cindy: The easiest, noodles. Do you know how to cook them?
Joan: yes, I do. Thanks a lot.
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CLASS 13
OBJECTIVE:
Requesting and providing information about

mass media.
Contents:
Vocabulary and expressions related to the function
CLASS PRESENTATION
1.
Verbs:
watch, advertise, shoot, see, look up, express, report, broadcast, read,
listen to, comment, inform, show, record, communicate, transmit,
interview.
2.
Terminology:
advertising, news, weatherman, anchorperson, picture, cartoons, quiz

show, commercials, report, communication, reporter, channel, series,
chat shows, set, film/movie, shoot, headline, soap opera, host, cable,
T.V., journalism, talkshow, live, to be continued, prime time, rating,
reality.
Jason
Ricky
Jason
Ricky
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Ricky, do you know whats on TV tonight?

Yes. They are showing a Madonna concert on channel 13
Is it live or recorded?
It was recorded at Madison Square Garden last month and it was shown live on that same
day.
Jason : What time is it on?
Ricky : It is on at 10:00 pm.
Jason : Oh! I usually watch the news at that time, but tonight I think Ill make an exception.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 14
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about famous people.
Contents:
Simple past
Present perfect
Indirect questions
CLASS PRESENTATION
Present perfect
Simple past
: An action that happened at an unspecified time in the past.

: An action that began and ended at a particular time in the past.
STAR PROFILE Andr Agassi was born in Las Vegas and he has always lived there. However, he has been around
the world many times. And he has made more than $20 million as a tennis professional. He has won
the Wimbledon, French, U.S. and Australian Opens. Andr was born in 1970, became a professional
in 1986, made his first million dollars in 1990, and won his first Grand Slam title in Wimbledon in 1992.
Indirect Questions
Do you know if he has ever been number one?
Can you remember what year he was born?
Did you know how much money he has made?
Could you tell me what Grand Slam title he won in 1992?
Id like to know if he has ever gotten married
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Gamma Course
CLASS 15
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about organizing an event
Content:
Vocabulary related to the function
CLASS PRESENTATION
Verbs
Vocabulary
: rent a venue, make the invitations, advertise, hire a band, decorate, book a
service, answer enquiries.
: special lighting effects, guests, D.J., live music, loudspeakers, B.Y.O. (bring
your own), catering service, deposit, stage.
Albert : Hello, Music and More. May I help you?

Susan : Yes, please.Im planning a party, and I would like to know how much live music costs.
Albert : That would depend on which kind of music you are after. For example, a guitarist costs
$170 for the night, a mariachi band will cost you $ 320 an hour, and a rock band $400.
Susan : What about a D.J.?
Albert : We have an excellent D.J. who charges $300 a night.
Susan : Can you tell me if you need a deposit to book your services?
Albert : Yes, you need to leave a 10% deposit.
Susan : Well, I havent called anywhere else yet. So Ill get back to you during the afternoon.
Albert : Not a problem, but remember to book 24 hours in advance.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 16
Linguistic function:
Using relative clauses.
Grammar focus:
Relative clauses
CLASS PRESENTATION
Relative clauses give us more information about someone or something referred to in a main clause.
They normally follow the noun phrase they refer to, and are introduced by the pronouns: when,
where, [in/on] which, who, whom, whose
Examples:
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The car which I would like to have is far beyond my budget. (Thing)
The candidate who performs the best will get the job. (Person as subject : who is the
subject of the relative clause)
Maureen, whom I invited for dinner, refused to go out with me. (Person as object: whom is
the object of the relative clause)
1962 is the year when Chile hosted the World Soccer Championship. (Time)
The store where I worked last year went out of business after I left. (Place)
The bus on which I traveled to Punta del Este was unusually comfortable. (Place)
The man whose handgun was found near the crime scene was arrested yesterday.
(Possession)
Write the following on the board:

The woman couldnt board the plane
...who appeared to be intoxicated...
Ask your students to identify the main part of the sentence. We will refer to it as MAIN CLAUSE.
The rest of the sentence complements the main clause with further information about the subject. We will
refer to it as RELATIVE CLAUSE.
The following presentation appears in the RELATIVE CLAUSES wallchart. Encourage your students to
follow along as you go through it, or better yet, ask one (or more) student(s) to read it out.
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CLASS 17
Linguistic function:
Talking about likes and dislikes, describing events and giving

suggestions.
Grammar focus:
Different uses of ...ing
There are many uses of ...ing which are quite complicated. This class will concentrate on the following
common problems:
-when to use to-infinitive or -ing after a verb
-ing following the preposition by
-ing following verbs of liking and thinking
Note: The activities of this class do not need a sequential order. You may choose any of them as the first one.
The following presentation appears in Wallchart #1 (It has been cut here for space reasons only). This will
save you time and the need to write it on the board. Encourage your students to follow along as you go through
it, or better yet, ask your students to read it out loud.
Presentation 1: to-infinitive or -ing? (WALLCHART #1 part 1)
When used in two-verb combinations, certain verbs are followed by a to-infinitive and other verbs
are followed by -ing. There are no particular rules for this, so it is necessary to become familiar with
them if we intend to use them correctly.
Examples:
to-infinitive
She hoped to get married soon.

They managed to sell the car quickly.
The manager offered to raise all salaries by 2%.
-ing
Frank detests cleaning the house.

The boys admitted breaking the window.
The suspect denied stealing the painting.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 18
OBJECTIVE:
Asking for and giving directions.
Contents:
Simple Present.
Phrasal verbs.
Prepositional phrases.
CLASS PRESENTATION
By using a visual aid (ie: a map), elicit the following vocabulary and expressions:
turn right / left, go straight ahead, walk along, until/till, as far as,around, pass, cross, get in, get
out of, get on, get off, near, far, next to, in front of, across from.
Victor
Sylvia
Victor
Sylvia
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Where is The Regal Pacific Hotel?

It is near The Apumanque Shopping Center, opposite the BCI Bank.
How can I get to the Hotel from Tronwell?
Once you leave Tronwell, turn right on Apoquindo Avenue, go straight ahead as far as
Manquehue St. The Hotel is on your left.
Gamma Course
CLASS 19
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about things you have been doing lately.
Contents:
Present Perfect Continuous Tense.

Connectors FOR and SINCE.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Present Perfect Continuous is used to talk about actions which started in
the past and continue into the present.
Frank :
Katy
Frank
Katy
Frank
Katy
Frank
Katy
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Frank :
Hi Katy, where have you been hiding lately?

I havent seen you for a long time.
I have been working a lot lately.
Why is that?
Because I want to buy a car.
Thats great! How long have you been saving money?
Well, Ive been saving for almost a year now.
When will you start looking for a car?
Actually, I have been looking for a car for the past 2 days, but I
havent found anything I like yet.
I hope you find something that you like soon.
FOR is used to express a period of time.

How long have you been waiting for the bus?
I have been waiting for twenty minutes.
SINCE is used to refer to the specific moment an action began
Has John been studying?
Yes, he has been studying since 9 a.m.
Have you been working all day?
No, I havent. I have been working since 11 oclock this morning.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 20
OBJECTIVE :
Talking about life experiences.
Contents:

Simple Past.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Present perfect
Simple past
Douglas
Luis
Douglas
Luis
Douglas
Luis
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: An action that happened at an unspecified time.

: An action that began and ended at a particular time in the past.
Have you ever sung in public?

Yes, I have, but only once.
Where did you sing?
I sang at a friends wedding party.
Why havent you sung again?
Because I have never felt more embarrassed in my life.
Gamma Course
CLASS 21
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about things you have/havent done.
Contents :

Adverbs : ever, never, just, already, yet, lately, recently, today, in the last few
days / weeks / months.
CLASS PRESENTATION
1.
past
Present Perfect can describe an action that began in the past and continues up to the present
(now).
Persons life
a : Have you ever traveled abroad ?
b : Yes, I have. I have been to many countries.
a : Really ? Have you visited India ?
b : No, I havent. I have never been there.
recently
a : What have you done today?
b : I have typed these documents and I have just
finished the reports
a : Have you arranged the meeting yet?
b : Yes, I have. But I havent organized the room yet.
Present Perfect
now
When presenting the use of Present Perfect you must include an appropiate time marker.
e.g.: recently, lately, so far, today, in the last few days.
2.
Present Perfect can also be used to describe an action that happened at an unspecified time :
Compare: e.g. I have seen The Matrix four times ( Present Perfect ) / I saw The Matrix
yesterday.(Simple Past ).
3.
Present Perfect can also be used when an action in the past has a result now.
e.g.: He told me his name but Ive forgotten it. ( I cant remember it now. )
He has lost his key. ( = He lost it and he still doesnt have it.)
(*) PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO TEACH ALL THE USES . THIS WILL DEPEND
ON THE LEVEL OF YOUR STUDENTS
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Gamma Course
CLASS 22
OBJECTIVE:
Requesting information about people and places.
Contents:
Indirect Questions.
CLASS PRESENTATION
DIRECT QUESTIONS
INDIRECT QUESTIONS
(It can be expressed as a statement or question)
Where is the bank?

What do you do?
When will they come?
How did you get there?
What have you bought?
Can you tell me where the bank is?

I want to know what you do.
Do you know when they will come?
Id like to know how you got there.
Tell me what you have bought.
Does he play the guitar?

Will he like the present?
Can she speak English?
Could you tell me if he plays the guitar?

I wonder if he will like the present.
I need to know if she can speak English.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 23
OBJECTIVE:
Giving commands and expressing requests.
Content:
Imperative mood.
CLASS PRESENTATION
We use the imperative form to :
Give orders
Mother
Daughter
Mother
Give directions
Tourist
Policeman
Tourist
: Tidy up the room!

: Wait a second. Im on the phone.
: Hang up the phone right now!
: Excuse me, can you tell me where the nearest ATM is?
: Sure! Walk straight ahead, turn right on the corner. It is the second door on your
right.
: Thank you.
Give instructions
Alice
: Leyla, do you know how this pay phone works?
Leyla
: Of course. Insert the money in the coin slot, wait for the tone and dial the number.
Alice
: Ive got it, thanks.
Give advice
Daughter
Mother
Daughter
: I have a terrible headache. What can I do?

: Take a couple of aspirins and go to bed.
: Good idea. Ill do that.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 24
OBJECTIVE:
Describing situations
Contents:
Verb + ing
and verb + to + verb in infinitive
CLASS PRESENTATION
*
Verbs with or without preposition:

Love
Prefer
Like
Hate
+ to + Verb (infinitive)
+ Verb (ing)
Verb with preposition TO :

Want
Need
Have
+ to + Verb (infinitive)
+ Verb (ing)
eg: They enjoyed dancing together.
Preposition with Verb (ing) :

After
Before
Besides
By
On
With
Dora
Geena
Dora
Geena
Dora
Geena
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eg: She needs to study.
Verb without preposition :

Enjoy
Dislike
eg: I love to eat chocolate.

eg: I hate drinking diet sodas.
+ Verb (ing)
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:
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:
:
eg: Wash your hands before eating!
Does Henry like working on weekends?

No, he hates working on Sundays but he has to. He wants to buy a new car.
He doesnt need to have a new car. His old one seems to run quite well.
You know him. He enjoys spending money that he doesnt have.
Do you know if he is selling his old car before getting the new one?
I think so. Are you interested?
Gamma Course
CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about childhood memories.
Contents:
Simple Past Tense

Past Continuous
Past of to be
Used to
CLASS PRESENTATION
Used to expresses past habits and long-lasting situations which are now finished
or different.
Ex: We used to go to the beach every summer.
Used to can also describe past tenses.
Ex: I used to own a house. (I owned a house once, but not anymore)
I used to have a toy train (I owned a toy train once)
*Note these forms of used to:
I didnt use to like raw fish, but now I do.
Did you use to ride your bike every day?
At the Cinema
Anne
Paul
Anne
Paul
Anne
: So Paul, how did you like the movie?

: I really loved it! It reminded me of my childhood.
: Me, too! Whats your favorite childhood memory, Paul?
: Umm, let me see. Well, I remember...my best friend and I built
a treehouse in the backyard. We used to play in it all summer.
It was really fun! What about you?
: My favorite game was hide and seek. I used to have a great time
playing with my friends and cousins at my grandmas house.
Verbs : play marbles, hide and seek, hop scotch, stick ball ; fly a kite, jump
rope, etc.
Nouns : playground, merry-go-round, slide, swings, seesaw, sandbox, toys, etc.
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CLASS 2
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about people, things and places.
Content:
Indefinite Pronouns
CLASS PRESENTATION
Indefinite pronouns are used to talk about unspecified people, things or places.
Indefinite pronouns take the third person singular form.
Eg:
Everybody likes to eat ice cream in summer.

Somebody is looking for you.
Beginning
Ending
(100 %) Every
Some ( + )
Any
( -, ? )
(0 %)
No
body / one = people

thing = object
where = place
Daughter
Mother
Daughter
Mother
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:
:
:
Did anybody call me while I was out?

Yes, somebody called you, but I cant remember his name.
Did he leave a message?
He said something about picking you up at 6 p.m., apparently he is taking you
somewhere special tonight.
Daughter : Yeah, we are going to Carols party. Everybody will be there.
NOTE : You can use any of the tenses studied up to this level.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about past habits.
Contents:
Used to
Simple Past Tense
CLASS PRESENTATION
Used to expresses past habits and long-lasting situations which are now finished or different.
Ex: I used to get up at six, but now I get up at eight.
Used to can also describe past tenses.
Ex: I used to own a house. (I owned a house once)
*Note these forms of used to:
I didnt use to drink beer.
Did you use to swim every day?
Used to... is only past. For present habits use Simple Present. See the contrast:
I used to smoke like a chimney.(past)
My sister smokes occasionally.(present)
Karla
Ivan
Karla
Ivan
Karla
Ivan
Karla
Ivan
Karla
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:
:
:
Hey Ivan, how are you doing?

Great!
You seem very enthusiastic! Whats up?
I made an important decision. Im changing my lifestyle!
How is that?
I quit smoking and I enrolled in a gym.
Wow! Thats a big change!
Yeah! I had to. I used to smoke twenty cigarettes a day. Im feeling quite better now.
Good for you!
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CLASS 4
OBJECTIVE:
Asking about preferences.
Contents:
Adjectives ending in -ed / -ing
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adjectives finishing in -ed describe how somebody feels (about something).
Adjectives finishing in -ing describe how something or somebody is.
Compare:
My job is... boring.
interesting.
tiring.
satisfying.
depressing.
Im bored with my job.

Im really interested in my job.
Im always tired when I get home after work.
Im satisfied with my job.
My job makes me feel depressed.
Verbs
: like, dislike, prefer, would rather, love, enjoy, fancy, mind.
Expressions: cant stand, cant bear, be fond of sth/sb, be crazy about sth, be keen on sth.
Carol
Linda
Carol
Linda
Carol
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:
:
:
:
:
Do you like cooking, Linda?

Well, Im not really interested in cooking. Going shopping is more appealing to me.
By the way, what are you going to do next weekend?
Lets go rafting, thats exciting!
Mmm, Id rather go for a massage. That would help me feel relaxed!
Gamma Course
CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about sports and leisure-time activities.
Content:
-ing Forms
CLASS PRESENTATION
Gerund : words like smoking, walking are verbs. But we can also use them as adjectives or nouns.
Compare:
Youre smoking too much nowadays. (part of a verb)
There was a smoking cigarette butt in the ashtray. (adjective)
Smoking is bad for you. (noun: subject of sentence)
After verb : After some verbs we can use an -ing form, but not an infinitive.
Ex: I enjoy traveling.
Some common verbs which are followed by an -ing form are:
avoid
excuse
go
miss
suggest
consider
feel like
(cant) help
practise
understand
delay
dislike
finish
forgive
imagine
keep
put off
risk
spend time / money
enjoy
give up
mind
(cant ) stand
After prepositions : After prepositions we use -ing forms, not infinitives.

Ex: He is fond of exercising.
Ben
Allan
Ben
Allan
Ben
:
:
:
:
:
Are you enjoying the party, Allan?

Well, not really. To tell you the truth, Id rather be reading at home.
Do you like reading?
Oh, yes. I enjoy reading very much. In fact, reading is my favorite way to relax!
Mine, too. Im really fond of reading detective stories.
Verbs
: like, love, enjoy, mind, hate.
Expressions : cant stand, be fond of sth/sb, be crazy about sth, be into sth, feel like, be keen on
sth.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 6
OBJECTIVE:
Confirming information using question tags.
Content:
Question tags
CLASS PRESENTATION
Question tags are short structures added to a statement to change it into a question.
They are used when we think the person we are talking to will agree with us.
a)
Positive statement, negative tag.

Negative statement, positive tag.
He is here, isnt he?

He isnt here, is he?
b)
The auxiliaries/modals are repeated.
You will come, wont you?

She has left, hasnt she?
c)
Other verbs use do or did
He came yesterday, didnt he?

You dont speak French, do you?
d)
I am has the tag arent I.
I am late for the meeting, arent I?

(Im not late, am I?)
e)
After Lets, we use shall we.
Lets go for a walk, shall we?
f)
After imperative we usually use will
Open the door, will you?
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Gamma Course
CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE:
Getting or having something done.
Content:
Causative use of have and get
CLASS PRESENTATION
The Causative use of have and get is used to say that we arranged for somebody else to do
something for us. This implies control over the outcome.
Ex: Susan cut her hair. (she did it herself)
Susan had / got her hair cut. ( she arranged for somebody else to do it)
The Causative use of have and get can also be used to express that something happened to
somebody or their belongings. It implies no control over the outcome.
Ex: Jim had / got his nose broken in a street fight.
subject + have + object + verb (past participle)

get
Past
Present
Future
: We had/got our house re-decorated.

: They never have/get their car fixed.
: When will you have/get the windows cleaned?
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Gamma Course
CLASS 8
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing wishes and desires.
Contents:
Expect, hope, want, wish, would love to.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Expect
Expecting is like thinking: it is not an emotion. If I expect something, I have good reason to think
that it will happen.
Ex: We expect to leave this country in three years.
Hope
Hoping is more emotional. If I hope for something, I want it to happen, but I am not sure that
it will happen, and I can do nothing about it.
Ex:
I hope she writes to me soon.

I hope it doesnt rain tomorrow.
I hope we dont have a war.
Want
Wanting is emotional, like hoping. But if I want something to happen, I may be able to do
something about it.
Ex: What do you want to do when you leave school?
Wish
Wishing is wanting something that is impossible, or that doesnt seem probable; being sorry
that things are not different.
Ex: I wish I could fly
I wish I had more money
I wish I were taller.
Paul : Can Jonathan dance salsa?
Kevin : No, he cant...but he wishes he could.
If he could dance salsa, he would go dancing every night.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 9
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about house and housing.
Content:
CLASS PRESENTATION
What type of house do you live in?

detached house, semi-detached house, terraced house (Br.) / row house (Am.),town house
farm house, mobile home /trailer, cabin, nursing home, shelter, houseboat.
What type of apartment do you live in?

apartment (Am.) / flat (Br.), dormitory / dorm (Am.) / hall of residence / hall (Br.),
studio apartment (Am.) / bedsit or studio flat (Br.), condominium (condo), loft.
What sort of area is it in?

(housing) estate, (housing) project, neighborhood, part of town, suburb, rural.
How big is it?

one-bedroomed, two-bedroomed; poky, spacious ;
three-storey (Br.) / three-story (Am.)
At the real estate office
Agent
:
Mr. Jones :
Agent
:
Mr. Jones :
Agent
:
Mr. Jones :
Agent
:
Good morning Mr. Jones, how can I help you?

Id like to rent a house with a view over the mountains.
Yes, sir. I have a lovely house in La Reina.
What kind of house is it?
It is a two-story detached house in a condo.
Mmm, it sounds good! How many rooms does it have?
It is a three-bedroomed house with a big kitchen, a living room, and a dining room.
The condo also has a swimming pool and a gym.
Mr. Jones : Are utilities very expensive?
Agent
: Not really, if you consider all the comfort you will get.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 10
OBJECTIVE:
Comparing situations.
Contents:
Adjectives, Comparatives and Superlatives

-ing Forms ( noun, adjective )
CLASS PRESENTATION
Gerund
: smoking, walking are verbs. But we can also use them as

adjectives or nouns. Compare:
Youre smoking too much these days. (part of a verb)
There was a smoking cigarette butt in the ashtray. (adjective)
Smoking is bad for you. (noun: subject of the sentence)
Comparatives and Superlatives

* Note : Please refer to G01 C04.
Ben
Paul
Ben
: Do you like to watch TV, Paul?

: Yes, I enjoy watching TV very much. Watching TV is my favorite way to relax.
: Really! I like reading better than watching TV. Actually, reading is what I like the best.
Sarah : What is the most exciting thing you have ever done in your life, Diana?
Diana : Parachuting! That was an absolutely thrilling experience!
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Gamma Course
CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE:
Describing how something works.
Contents:
CLASS PRESENTATION
How does it work?

turn on/off, cover, fold/unfold, plug in/unplug, insert, put, press, slide,
open, switch on/off, move, input, etc.
What is it used for?

It is used for + v (ing)
It is used to + v (infinitive)
What do I have to do?

First, second, after that, then, finally, etc.
Rob
Steve
Rob
Steve
Rob
:
:
:
:
:
Steve
Rob
Steve
Rob
Steve
:
:
:
:
:
Hi, welcome to Radio City. May I help you?

Yes, Id like to a buy a portable CD player. Is there something you can recommend?
Personally, I think that the Runman is the best. I can show you how it works.
Yes, please. How do I turn it on?
First, you have to insert a CD in the player. After that, close the lid.
Then, turn on the CD player by pressing the blue button on the right.
Great! And what do I do if I want to listen to the previous song on the CD?
Thats easy. Press the arrow buttons on the front of the player.
Does the CD player use batteries, or do I have to plug it in?
The great thing about this one is that you can use it both ways.
Fantastic! Ill take it.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 12
OBJECTIVE:
Describing objects and clothes.

Talking about shape, color, size, weight and material
Content:
Vocabulary and expressions related to the topic.
CLASS PRESENTATION
How
How
How
How
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big is it?
long is it?
wide is it?
heavy is it?
What
What
What
What
is
is
is
is
the
the
the
the
size? / What size is it?

length of?
width of?
weight ?
What is it made of?
It is made of plastic, metal, wood, leather,etc.
What shape is it?
It is round/ It is a round object. It is square, rectangular,

oval, cylindrical.
What fabric is is made of?
cotton, leather, mesh, silk, wool, polyester, suede,

cashmere, fur, nylon, linen, etc.
What pattern does it have?
argyle, checkered, flowered, striped, herring bone,

plaid, paisley, polka dotted, zig zag, plain, etc.
What size is it?
petite, small, medium, large, extra large, XXL
Jen
: I have already made your present.
Tim
Jen
Tim
Jen
Tim
Jen
Tim
Jen
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Tim
Jen
Tim
Jen
Tim
Jen
:
:
:
:
:
:
You made it! What is it?

Im not telling you.
Let me guess. What color is it?
Um....its green and blue.
So what shape is it?
Rectangular, I suppose.
And...how big is it?
Oh, about 30 centimeters wide and
2 meters long.
Really? How heavy is it?
I have no idea. Less than a kilo, I guess
Right. What is it made of?
Wool.
Oh! I know Its a...
See you next week, Tim. Bye!
Tom :
Mark:
Tom :
Mark:
Is this coat yours, Mark?

No, it isnt.
Whats yours like?
Mines a long, black, leather
coat with a belt.
Gamma Course
CLASS 13
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing ideas using it.
Contents:
It as subject and predicate
CLASS PRESENTATION
Uses of It :
To refer to an object, animal, or another thing that has already been mentioned.
Ex: I wont use my car today. It broke down.
For
-
When the subject of a sentence is an infinitive or a clause, this does not usually come at the
beginning. We prefer to start the sentence with the preparatory subject it.
where there is no obvious subject:

: What time is it?
It is 10:30.
: What day is it?
It is March 16th.
: How far is it from here to your house?
It is five blocks away.
: Is it cold outside?
Yes, it is cold and it is raining.
It + be +
adjective
It
It
is
is
hard
expensive
It + be +
adjective
It
It
-
expressions
Time
Day
Distance
Weather
infinitive
to live
to buy
is
surprising
wasnt clear
on my salary.
a new car.
clause
how many unhappy people there are.
what she meant.
Another pattern using a verb other than be.

It + verb
It
amazed
annoyed
bothered
surprised
helped
(object) +
clause
me
how big my nephews have gotten.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 14
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about types of jobs and places of work.
Content:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Types of jobs:
a part-time job
a permanent job
a job-share
a full-time job
a temporary job
seasonal work
Verbs : work, employ, earn, train, hire, fire, replace, promote, substitute, dismiss, delegate,
supervise.
Nouns : job, employee, employment, employer, boss, promotion, application, interview,
qualifications, supervisor, resum/C.V., fringe benefits, overtime, references,
advertisement (ad).
Secretary: Good morning, ABC Ltd. Can I help you?
Applicant : Good morning, Im calling about the ad on Sundays paper regarding the receptionist
position.
Secretary: Come in with your resum for an interview with the Human Resources Manager
tomorrow at 03:00 pm.
Applicant : Will it be necessary to bring some personal references with me?
Secretary: Yes, please.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 15
OBJECTIVE :
Comparing different epochs.
Contents:

Simple Past Tense.
Comparative and Superlative forms of adjectives.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adjectives of 1 or 2 syllables:
Adjective
long
Comparative
longer than
Superlative
the longest
Eg: Old movies were longer than new movies. One of the longest old movies is
Gone with the wind
Adjectives of 2 or more syllables:

Adjective
creative
Comparative
more creative than
Superlative
the most creative
Eg: New movies are more creative than old movies. The matrix has the most creative visual
effects.
Adjectives
interesting: as interesting as
old movies are as interesting as new ones

Adjective
good
bad
little
far
Comparative
better than
worse than
less than
farther than
Superlative
the best
the worst
the least
the farthest
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Gamma Course
CLASS 16
OBJECTIVE:
Asking for and giving advice.
Contents:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Asking
What do you think I should do?
What would you do If you were me?
What should I do?
What can I do?
What shall I do?
Britney
Maggie
Britney
Maggie
Britney
Maggie
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Advising
I advise you to .........
If I were you, Id ..........
You should .........
Youd better .........
You ought to ........
: Ive just dented my fathers car.

What do you think I should do?
: Youd better apologise and offer to pay for the damage.
: But, I havent got any money. What can I do to get some?
: You could get a job as a babysitter.
: Thats a good idea, but it will take too long to save the money.
Whay would you do if you were me?
: If I were you I would try to sell some of my jewelry really fast.
Gamma Course
CLASS 17
OBJECTIVE:
Doing things by ourselves
Content:
Reflexive Pronouns.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Reflexive pronouns:
Reflexive use
: You look at yourself in the mirror every morning.
Meaning alone or
without help
: Soledad has been living by herself for the last two years.
I can change a tire by myself.
Emphatic
: The Pope himself gave my baby his blessing.
Examples with verbs usually used with reflexive pronouns:

It isnt her fault, she really shouldnt blame herself.
Sometimes I cant say exactly what I mean. I wish I could express myself better.
Can I take another cookie? Of course. Help yourself!
If people work too hard, they can make themselves ill.
Note: Do not use reflexive pronouns after concentrate, feel, relax, meet and shave.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 18
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing your opinion and clarifying ideas.
Contents:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Expressing ideas
Let me put it this way.
Let me put it another way.
What Im really saying is.....
What I mean is......
Boss
Employee
Boss
Employee
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:
:
:
:
Clarifying meaning
Im afraid Im not following you.
Im not really quite sure what you are getting at.
What do you mean by that?
What does that mean?
Next years budget does not include funds for your position.
Im afraid Im not following you.
Let me put it this way: We are going to have to let you go.
Oh, now I understand.
Gamma Course
CLASS 19
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about expressions using get
Content:
Uses of get
CLASS PRESENTATION
Expressions
get
get
get
get
get
drunk
paid
divorced
along
used to
get
get
get
get
get
together
hurt
hold of
acquainted
on sbs nerves
get
get
get
get
get
rid of
married
into trouble
to know
ones own way
Barry : How are you getting along with your new girlfriend?
Mike : Pretty well, but her parents get on my nerves. So, how are things with you, Barry?
Barry : Excellent. I just got paid for my last painting and Ive been thinking of getting away for
a while before I begin the new exhibition.
Mike : How about getting together when you get back?
Barry : Yes, we must invite Gloria, since she just got divorced and she needs some company.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 20
OBJECTIVE:
Making predictions.
Contents:
Will and Going to

To Be + V..ing. + Time Phrase
Future Perfect
Expressions of Time
CLASS PRESENTATION
WILL = Actions decided at the moment of speaking.

Sue
: Hi Peter. How is your brother?
Peter : He is still in hospital.
Sue
: Really? I will go to see him this afternoon
GOING TO = Actions previously planned.
Jenny : What are you going to wear for the party on Saturday?
Kerri : Im going to wear my red dress.
TO BE + V..ING + TIME PHRASE = Personal arrangements.
Katty : When are you leaving on vacation?
Paola : I am traveling to the US tomorrow morning.
FUTURE PERFECT= An action that will be completed before a particular time in the future.
Colin : Where is Jane now?
Sally : She is traveling around Europe.
Colin : What countries is she going to visit?
Sally : By the end of the trip she will have visited at least ten countries.
TIME EXPRESSIONS:
I will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
They are going to bring the drinks later on.
She is working late tomorrow.
We will be traveling to England next year.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 21
OBJECTIVE:
Expressing regrets regarding people, places and situations.
Content:
Third conditional
CLASS PRESENTATION
1. Third conditional: It expresses unreal or hypothetical situations about the past.
If... + Past Perfect.... + would + Present Perfect
(had + past participle)
(have + Past participle)
Ex.
If I had made a greater effort, I would have graduated with honors.
If she hadnt met him, her life would have remained the same.
If the city had been nicer, we would have taken a lot more pictures.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 22
OBJECTIVE:
Speculating about future situations.
Content:
May +
Might
have to
+
be able to
verb
infinitive
CLASS PRESENTATION
1. We use MAY or MIGHT to express possibility.
Ex.
It may be true
It might be true (perhaps it is true)
2. We use MAY or MIGHT to talk about possible actions in the future.
Ex.
Take your raincoat with you when you leave. It might rain. (perhaps it will rain)
3. MAY / MIGHT HAVE TO : It expresses speculation about possible procedures or actions in the
future.
Ex:
You may have to call me so that I remember. (more possible)

She might have to repeat the test tomorrow (less possible)
We might have to put off the meeting if they dont show up
4. MAY/ MIGHT BE ABLE TO: It expresses speculation about possible actions in the future.
Ex:
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Tom may be able to speak well if he practices more! (more possible)

You might be able to go after finishing your homework(less possible)
I may be able to buy a car after getting this promotion.
Gamma Course
CLASS 23
OBJECTIVE:
Suggesting a course of action using the third conditional.
Content:
3rd Conditional.
CLASS PRESENTATION
3rd Conditional = Unreal Past : It expresses imaginary situations about the Past.
We would have gone out. (Certainty)
If the weather hadnt been so bad
We could have gone out. (Possibility)

(=we would have been able to go out)
we might have gone out. (Possibility)
(=perhaps we would have gone out)
Daniel
Lucy
Daniel
Lucy
Daniel
:
:
:
:
:
Hi Lucy, long time no see. What are you up to?

I am currently studying Public Relations at the University.
Thats excellent!
Not really. I wanted to study Psychology, but I didnt do very well in the PSU exam.
If you had studied harder, you could have done better in the PSU exam, and if you had
gotten a higher score you would have had the chance to study what you wanted.
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Gamma Course
CLASS 24
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about events using phrasal verbs
Contents:
Phrasal Verbs.
CLASS PRESENTATION
get on / off
get in / out
put on
take off
turn on / off
turn up / down
look for
look after
look out
throw away
pick up
hang up
put on
put out
get up
wake up
get up
clean up
check in / out
hold on
slow down
give up
go on
break down
try on
keep on
hurry up
I need someone to look after my baby while I try on this dress.

She usually wakes up early, but she doesnt get up straight away.
He took off his jacket, before getting into the car.
(A phrasal verb is made up of a VERB + A PREPOSITION and its meaning is different from that of the
verb alone).
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 1
OBJECTIVE:
Reporting daily life situations.
Contents:
Reported Speech: statements and questions

Tense Change
CLASS PRESENTATION
Reported speech permits us to use the speakers words or thoughts and make them part of our own
speech.
Tense change: When reporting, there must be a modification in the verb tense between what was
originally said and what is being reported. Change is shown below:
Original question: I like pickle sandwiches.
Reported speech: She said (that) she liked pickle sandwiches.
PRESENT ------ PAST
Original question: Will you marry me?

Reported speech: He asked her if she would marry him.
WILL ------ WOULD
Original question: Tanie went to Fantasilandia yesterday.

Reported speech: He told us (that) Tania had gone to Fantasilandia. PAST ------ PAST PERFECT
Dialog:
Jimmy
: Today was a hard day at school, dad. My teacher asked me if I had brought my
homework to class.
Mr. Johnson : What did you tell her?
Jimmy
: I told her that I had not done it.
Mr. Johnson : When are you going to learn your lesson, Jimmy?
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 2
OBJECTIVE:
Reporting world events from the present and the past.
Contents:
Reported speech (statements and questions)

Say, tell and ask
CLASS PRESENTATION
Reported speech permits us to use a speakers words or thoughts and make them part of our speech.
Say: refers to any kind of speech. It is usually used without a personal object.
Ex.
I saw the accident on the news yesterday.

He said he had seen the accident on the news.
Ex:
I want to travel to the Philippines.

Randy said he wanted to travel to the Philippines.
Tell: generally means instruct or inform. A personal object is necessary after tell.
Ex:
Nobody was injured in the accident.

A friend told me that nobody had been injured in the accident.
Ex:
The Philippines have about 1,200 islands. (original statement)

The travel agent told me that the Philippines had about 1,200 islands.
Ask: is used to report questions.

Ex:
Nobody was injured in the accident.

A friend told me that nobody had been injured in the accident.
Ex:
Which bank was robbed?

She asked me which bank had been robbed?
Robert: Did you see the news last night?

James: Yes the anchorwoman said the lost mountain climbers had been found.
Robert: Really? Where were they found?
James: They said they had walked down a wrong path and had stopped near a stream and they were
found there.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 3
OBJECTIVE:
Telling stories and legends.
Contents:
Use of connectors
Expressions related to the topic
CLASS PRESENTATION
Connectors:
1.
And: used to link ideas which are similar. Often words under and are:
too
in addition (to)
moreover
as well (as)
whats more
both ___ and ___
either
besides
not only ___ but also...
also
furthermore
Ex: The wolf blew down both the straw and the wooden house.
2.
But: opposition of two ideas. Words under but are:

though
although
however
even though
nevertheless
in spite of
even so
despite
whereas
while
on the other hand
Ex: The eldest brother finished his meal; however, the youngest did not.
3.
So: used to express a result. Words under so are:

therefore
as a result (of)
as
in consequence (of)
since
consequently
Ex: It was too hot inside so I opened the window.

4.
Or: used to express alternatives. Words under or are:

either ___ or ___
neither ___ nor ___
Ex: You can either improve your work performance or you can leave; its your choice.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 4
OBJECTIVE:
Suggesting a course of action in the past.
Contents:
Modal verbs in the past
CLASS PRESENTATION
Present Perfect
Subject + Modal Verb + Have + Past Participle ...

1.
Could:
You
could
have
called
once you arrived.
2.
May:
He
may
have
wanted
to go alone.
3.
Might:
She
might
have
gone
to the supermarket.
4.
Must:
You
must
have
been
the first to know.
5.
Would:
would
have
liked
to go to Spain.
6.
Should:
You
should
have
told
me before.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 5
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about basic banking.
Contents:
Modal verbs
Procedure words
Vocabulary related to the class
CLASS PRESENTATION
Applying for a loan:
Miss Davis
Mr. Smith
Miss Davis
Mr. Smith
Miss Davis
:
:
:
:
:
Hello, may I help you?

Yes, please. I would like to apply for a car loan.
I see. May I ask whether you have an account with us?
Yes. I have both a savings account and a checking account.
Very good. First, you have to fill out a loan application form. We will contact
you in two more days, after we have checked your financial records.
Suggested Vocabulary : account, deposit, savings, loan, withdrawal, overdraft, check, interest,
balance, rate, deposit slip, pay slip / check, savings / checking account, bounced check, credit card,
interest rate, check book, vault, safe box, ATM, teller.
Verbs: ask for a loan, approve / turn down a loan, cash a check, withdraw money, endorse / write a check,
open / close an account, application form, fill in / out a form, transfer / wire money.
Expressions for Procedure: first, second, third, then, next, after that, finally.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 6
OBJECTIVE:
Requesting information.
Contents:
Direct and indirect questions.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Direct questions begin either with an auxiliary verb or with a wh- word.
Ex: Where is the cake that I left in the fridge last night? I was saving it for today!
Is it cold outside? Maybe I should put on a sweater.
Indirect questions can be expressed either as a statement, or as a question, depending on the phrase
used to introduce the question. The main verb goes after the subject of the question.
Ex: Can you tell me where 5th Avenue is? Im really lost.
I would like to know if she is married. Im thinking about asking her out.
Direct Question
Indirect Question
When will our grandparents arrive?

Are you free for dinner tomorrow?
Did you enjoy the movie?
Will you be at the party?
Do you know when our grandparents will arrive?

Im wondering if youre free for dinner tomorrow.
Id like to know if you enjoyed the movie.
Tell me if you will be at the party.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 7
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about job interviews.
Contents:
Vocabulary related to the class

Connectors
CLASS PRESENTATION
Mrs. Davis
Steven
Mrs. Davis
Steven
Mrs. Davis
Steven
: Good morning, Steven. Have a seat.

: Thank you for seeing me on such short notice, Mrs. Davis.
: Id like to begin by asking you a few questions regarding your work experience. How long
have you been practicing law?
: I have been practicing law for five years now. I began at a small law firm in Via.
However, since I wanted to have experience in bigger firms, I decided to move to
Santiago.
: Do you have any references from your previous employer?
: Yes, I do. I have references from all of my previous employers, as well as a letter of
recommendation from one of them.
Vocabulary related to the topic: curriculum vitae, employee, employer, job application / interview,
letter of recommendation, reference(s), rsum, short notice, telephone interview.
1.
2.
3.
4.
And:
too
as well (as)
either
also
in addition (to)
whats more
besides
furthermore
moreover
both ___ and ___
not only ___ but also...
But:
though
however
nevertheless
even so
although
even though
in spite of
despite
whereas
while
on the other hand
So:
therefore
in consequence (of)
consequently
Or: used to express alternatives. Words under or are:

either ___ or ___
neither ___ nor ___
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 8
OBJECTIVE:
Providing personal information through your rsum / curriculum vitae.
Contents:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Resume / C.V. Format
1.
Heading:
Full name (in bold print)
Home Address
City, Province or State, Country
(Area code) Telephone number
E-mail@address
2.
Objective:
Ex: To obtain a teaching position in your institute
3.
Education (from most to least recent):

Complete name of institution, Title Earned, Month, Year.
Complete name of institution, Program of studies, Years.
4.
Professional Experience (from most to least recent):

Year, Present job title, Company name, City, Province or State, Country
Description
5.
Other Activities:
Hobbies
Sports
Interests
6.
References:
Available upon request
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 09
OBJECTIVE:
Giving information and advice about traveling using modal verbs and passive
voice.
Contents:
Passive voice
Modal verbs: can, could, may, might, ought to, should, will, would.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Giving information and advice when traveling:
Souvenirs can be bought at the gift shop.
All your valuables should be kept in the safe.
The city tour might be changed depending on the weather conditions.
Lunch will be served at 1:00 p.m.
Room service must be requested over the phone.
Accomodation may be included in the package.
A deposit would be requested when booking rental cars.
Flights ought to be confirmed 24 hous in advance.
Shuttle service could be provided for small groups.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 10
OBJECTIVE: Using colloquial expressions and slang
Content:
Expressions related to the topic.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Idioms are usually informal and they can be either humorous or ironic.
1.
Colloquial Expressions
Animals
Food and Fruit
to chicken out
to go bananas
to hold your horses
to be nuts
to be fishy to spill the beans
to be free as a bird to be as cool as a cucumber
to be stubborn as a mule a piece of cake
Part of the body Colors
to be a pain in the neck
to see red
to have guts
to feel blue
to make up ones mind
to be green with envy
from the bottom of ones heart
out of the blue
to pull ones leg
white lies
2.
Sayings
Actions speak louder than words
Better late than never
Like father like son
To kill two birds with one stone
There are plenty of fish in the sea
3.
Slang
bucks
wheels
dude
a grand
bonehead
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 11
OBJECTIVE: Requesting and giving information about inventions and technology.
Contents:
Passive voice
to be, past participle
CLASS PRESENTATION
Passive voice is used when the action is more important than who or what made or performed that
action, or when we dont know who did the action. If we want to show who or what does the action, we
use by.
TENSE
Present
Past
Future
Conditional
Present Perfect
Past Perfect
TO BE
is/are
was/were
will be
would be
have/has been
had been
VERB (past participle)

done
told
gone
taken
brought
said
The first gasoline-powered vehicle was built in 1885. During the last century, cars were made
increasingly more comfortable, fast and reliable. Most of them also became much less expensive, so
more and more people could afford one, new or second hand. Today, more new cars are sold in
California annually than in most countries.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 12
OBJECTIVE: Providing information about cultures and languages.
Contents:
Passive voice, idioms, British v/s American English
CLASS PRESENTATION
There are significant differences concerning grammar, spelling, pronunciation and especially vocabulary
between British and American English.
BRITISH
AMERICAN
Idiomatic expressions
In the street
At weekends
Write to someone
Talk to someone
On the street
On weekends
Write someone / to someone
talk with / to someone
Vocabulary
Lorry
chips
biscuit
tap
rubbish
flat
truck
French fires
cookies
faucet
garbage
apartment
Spelling
travelling
cheque
colour
initialise
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traveling
check
color
initialize
Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 13
OBJECTIVE: Asking for and giving information about appearance and trends.
Contents:
Vocabulary and expressions related to the function.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Expressions
In fashion / out of fashion
You look great in black
It suits you
That jacket looks nice on you
It fits / It doesnt fit
Put on / try on /
Take off
Alison
Wendy
Alison
Wendy
Alison
Wendy
Alison
Wendy
Terminology
Tailor made
Prt--porter
trendy
fashionable
stylish
loose / tight
light / warm clothes
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
What are you going to wear for the wedding?

I dont know yet, Im thinking of wearing my long black dress.
Thats a great idea. You look great in black.
What about you? Why dont you wear your red velvet dress?
No, I think that color doesnt really suit me, besides it makes me look fat.
Well, I could lend you my electric blue dress.
Thanks a lot, but it would not fit me, Im too fat.
Why dont you come shopping with me so I can get something really stylish and
fashionable for the wedding?
: That is an excellent idea!
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 14
OBJECTIVE: Talking about feelings.
Content:
Adjectives
CLASS PRESENTATION
Adjectives
Cheerful
Confident
Empty
Excited
Enthusiastic
Happy
Insecure
Jealous
Moody
Proud
Sad
Sincere
Uncomfortable
Karen
Henry
Karen
Henry
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:
:
:
:
Nouns
Cheerfulness
Confidence
Emptiness
Excitement
Enthusiasm
Happiness
Insecurity
Jealousy
Mood
Pride
Sadness
Sincerity
Discomfort
Im so happy! Christmas is just around the corner.

Even though there is happiness everywhere, I cant help feeling sad.
Why is that? Arent you excited about all the presents you will get?
Yeah, that is the problem, people are so enthusiastic about getting presents that they
forget about the real meaning of Christmas.
Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 15
OBJECTIVE: Talking about shopping and prices.
Contents:
Expressions and vocabulary related to the topic.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Stores
: department store, supermarket, hardware store, florists, news agency (newsstand),

chemists (pharmacy/drugstore), greengrocers, bakers , boutique, butchers.
Expressions
: at retail price, at a wholesale price, 50% discount, on sale, at normal price, a good
deal, a bargain, half price.
Receipt
Refund
Exchange
Credit note
Guarantee
:
:
:
:
:
a piece of paper that says that you bought something in a store.

money that you get back after you return goods to a store.
goods in return for goods that you bought in a store.
a piece of paper that says that you can spend money in that store.
a piece of paper promising you money, a replacement or repair if something goes wrong
with what you have bought.
Credit Card : a piece of plastic that you can use instead of money to pay.
Check
: a piece of paper that says that you will pay with money in your bank.(Br. Cheque)
Installments : parts of a payment spread over a period of time.(Br. instalment)
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 16
OBJECTIVE: Talking about ambitions and goals
Contents:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Expressing wishes using the verb hope
I hope Ill get a promotion
I hope I get a promotion
I hope to get a promotion
WISH
*
We can use Wish + Verb (infinitive) = want
I wish to see the manager, please.
*
Wish + Verb (past) = to express regrets in the present.

I wish I were better looking.
I wish I spoke French.
Wish + Present Perfect Tense = to talk about the past.

I wish I had gone to college.
Wish + ....would/could = to talk about the future.

I wish something interesting would happen.
I wish I could have my own house.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 17
OBJECTIVE: Describing weather conditions.
Contents:
CLASS PRESENTATION
By using visual aids, elicit the following vocabulary and expressions:
Whats the weather like in ...? / Whats the temperature in...?
rain, rainy; snow, snowy; wind,windy; sun, sunny; cloud, cloudy; storm, stormy.
Hot, warm, cool, cold, freezing cold. Humid - dry.
The high, the low; above zero degree, below zero degree.
Summer, autumn, winter, spring.
Gaby
Sole
Gaby
Sole
Gaby
Sole
:
:
:
:
:
:
Whats the weather like in La Serena today ?

It is sunny and warm.
Whats the temperature?
It is around 25 degrees Celsius.
Do I need to take warm clothes for the weekend?
Yeah! You know that it is usually cloudy and cool in the morning in La Serena.
Expressions:
Its pouring
Its raining cats and dogs.
Its sizzling / boiling hot.
Its freezing cold.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 18
OBJECTIVE: Talking about tourism.
Contents:
Passive voice using it.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Sentences with it + Passive Voice are used in those cases where we report something but avoid
mentioning the person who spoke.
It is said that you had a face lift done while you were on vacation in the U.S.
Verbs such as : think, consider, know, believe, understand, find, claim, etc.
have two possible passive forms.
1. It is believed that Paris is the most romantic city in the world.
2. Paris is believed to be the most romantic city in the world.
Travel Agent
Customer
Travel Agent
Customer
Travel Agent
Customer
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:
:
:
:
:
Where would you like to go?

I was thinking of going somewhere around South America.
How about Brazil? It is known to be a very exciting place.
I dont know. It has been said that it is not a safe country.
Many things have been reported about it, but it has been found that not all of them
are true.
: OK then, Ill take your word for it.
Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 19
OBJECTIVE:
Emergency health situations.
Contents:
Modal verb
Vocabulary and expressions related to topic.
CLASS PRESENTATION
CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, chest compressions
Ex. When a person is not breathing and has no pulse, you must begin CPR.
Fracture/broken bone: simple / closed fracture, compound / open fracture, make a splint, sling, cast
Ex. Before moving a person who has broken an extremity you should make a splint.
Burns: first degree burn: red, hot, very painful, no blisters
second degree burn: red, painful, blistered
third degree burn:
deep burns (can be white or black), painless.
For small burns, towels soaked in cool water should be applied immediately. Neither ointments nor
greases should be applied to large burns.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 20
OBJECTIVE:
Having others do something for you
Contents:
Causative use of HAVE and GET
CLASS PRESENTATION
We use have something done to say that we arranged for someone else to do something for us.
Have
+ object + past participle
Jill had the roof repaired yesterday.

Where did you have your hair cut?
Your hair looks nice. Have you had it cut?
Julia has just had central heating installed in her house.
We are having the house painted at the moment.
How often do you have your car serviced?
I thing you should have that coat cleaned soon.
I dont like having my blood tested.
We can also say get something done (mainly in informal spoken English)
When are you going to get the roof repaired?
I think you should get your hair dyed.
Sometimes, we use have something done to say that something happens to somebody or their
belongings.
Daniel had his nose broken in a fight.
Have you ever had your car stolen.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 21
OBJECTIVE: Making, changing and canceling reservations.
Grammar Content (s): Expressions and vocabulary related to the topic.
CLASS PRESENTATION
Making Reservations
Id like to make a reservation.....
Would it be possible to reserve....?
Would I be able to book .....?
Canceling Reservations
I would like to cancel .....
Would it be possible to cancel ...?
Could I cancel ....?
Changing Reservations
I have reservations for ..., but I need to change it for ....
I would like to change my reservations, if you dont mind.
Customer
: Good evening. Is that The Beach Hotel?

I have a reservation for a room for Friday night, but Im afraid I must cancel it.
Receptionist : I see. Im sorry, but I must ask you to pay a 20% cancellation charge.
Customer
: Yes, of course. How much is it?
Receptionist : $10 (dollars).
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 22
OBJECTIVE: Talking about countries around the world.
Content:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Common questions asked by tourists:
VISAS
Is a visa required to visit ...?
What do I need to obtain a visa for ...?
Where is the visa issued?
When will the visa expire?
LANGUAGE
What language do people in ... speak?
Is there a second or third language spoken in ...?
What is the official language in ...?
DRIVING
Do vehicles drive on the right or the left side in ...?
Is it an obligation to wear a seatbelt in ...?
How can I get my International Drivers License?
GEOGRAPHY
What is the capital of ...?
Which is the most populated city in ...?
What is the population of ...?
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 23
OBJECTIVE:
Contents:
Simple Past Tense

Past Perfect
Past Perfect Progressive
CLASS PRESENTATION
The Past Perfect tense is used to describe an action that took place in the past before another past
action occurred. This tense lets us know which of these two past actions happened first.
Ex:
The meeting had already started when the boss arrived.
We have two events: the meeting that probably started at 3:00, and the boss that arrived at 3:10. The
earliest event takes the past perfect form.
* Already, yet, ever, and never are often used with the past perfect to emphasize the event which
occurred first.
Ex: I saw the Color Purple last night. I had never seen it before. Jen had already seen it.
The Past Perfect Progressive or continuous describes longer actions or situations which continued
up to the moment we refer to, or very shortly before it. The progressive emphasizes the process, not the
final result.
Ex:
We had been driving for a couple of hours when the car broke down.
* The Past Perfect and the Past Perfect progressive are usually used with by + ( a certain time ).
Ex:
By the time I got home, he had been sleeping for an hour already.
By 1998 , my baby had already been born.
Karen
George
: Did you get to the concert on time?

: No, I didnt. By the time I got to the concert, it had already begun.
Cindy
Paul
: I heard that Sally had to cancel her trip to Canada last week. Is it true?
: Yes, it is... And its really a shame. She had been planning it for a long time.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 24
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about old traditions and lifestyle.
Contents:
Simple Past Tense

Used to
Would
CLASS PRESENTATION
Used to expresses past habits and long-lasting situations which are now finished
or different.
Ex: I used to get up at six, but now I get up at eight
Would is used to describe a persons typical activities in the past. It can only be
used to describe repeated actions, and is mainly used in personal reminiscences.
Ex: Every evening was the same. Jack would turn on the radio, light his pipe and
fall asleep.
At the Attic
Andy
: Hey Grandpa, look what I found!
Grand-dad
: Oh! Thats my fathers old gramophone. Every evening, he would

sit by the fireplace, light his pipe and listen to his favorite music.
Andy
: Is that his portrait?
Grand-dad
: Yes! Thats him.
Andy
: He is wearing very elegant clothes...and a bow tie!
Grand-dad
: Well, people used to wear their best clothes for dinner.

Ah! The good old times...!
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 25
OBJECTIVE :
Talking about interesting people of the past.
Contents:
Simple Past Tense

Past of to be
CLASS PRESENTATION
Verbs : discover, explore, invent, fight, lead, compose, paint, write, etc.
Nouns : historical figures, inventors, artists, celebrities, inventions, discoveries, battles, art works:
paintings, songs, books, poetry, Antiquity, etc.; time periods: Middle Ages, Renaissance,
Modern Age, Contemporary History, etc.
Andy
Pat
Andy
Pat
Andy
Pat
: What are you doing, Pat?

: Im watching a program about Leonardo Da Vinci.
This man was simply brilliant! Did you know that he invented the submarine and the
parachute?
: Really? I thought that he had only painted The Mona Lisa.
: Cmon! He was not only a painter but a sculptor, mathematician, anatomist, astronomer,
engineer and architect as well.
: Thats amazing!
: Yeah! He was one of the most extraordinary men of his century.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 26
OBJECTIVE:
Praising and complimenting people.
Contents:
CLASS PRESENTATION
Praising
Youre very good at .... arent you.
You ...very well, dont you.
Im very impressed with your ...
You are a great (arent you).
Complimenting
You look great.
I like your new......
What a lovely ....it really suits you.
Thats a pretty .... you are wearing.
You are very good at sewing.

Oh, I wouldnt say that.
You look nice. I like your new hairstyle.

Thank you so much.
Im very impressed with your cooking.

Really? Its kind of you to say so.
Thats a pretty ring you are wearing.

Thanks, Im glad you like it.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 27
OBJECTIVE:
Talking about world development.
Contents:
Future Continuous.
Future Perfect.
Vocabulary related.
CLASS PRESENTATION
1. Future Perfect: An action that will be completed before a particular time in the future.
WILL
Perfect tense
(have + verb past participle)
Ex: By the year 2025, scientist will have dicovered the cure for AIDS.
2. Future Continuous: An action that will be happening at a particular period in the future.
WiLL + BE + Verb (-ing)
Ex: By the second half of the next century, cars will be using water instead of gasoline.
3. Vocabulary:
Verbs: develop, discover, invent, create, make, operate, bring, go, etc.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 28
OBJECTIVE:
Communicating through writing.
Contents:
Vocabulary and expressions related to the function
CLASS PRESENTATION
General format for a letter:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Heading
: Date, city, name, etc.
Beginning
: Dear Sir / Madam, Mr., Miss, Mrs., Ms., To whom it may concern
Reference
: With reference to your previous letter, Regarding your phone call...
Reasons
: I am writing to find out more about..., This is to confirm...
Closing remarks
: Thank you for your assistance, Feel free to call
Reference to future contact : I look forward to seeing you next week...
Ending
: Yours truly; Best regards; Sincerely yours...
Parts of a memorandum:
To
From
Date
Subject
Body
:
:
:
:
:
First and last name (or group name)

First and last name, and initials
Month, day, year
Topic of the memo
Discussion of the subject
Parts of an Electronic mail

E-mail
To
Subject
Message
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:
:
:
:
First and last name of sender

First and last name of receiver
Topic of e-mail
Discussion of the subject
Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 29
OBJECTIVE:
Adding, contrasting information and making conclusions.
Contents:
Use of connectors
CLASS PRESENTATION
1. And group: The following
- too
- as well (as)
- also
connectors are used to give additional information.

- In addition (to)
- furthermore
- moreover, etc.
Ex. In addition to making breakfast, I need you to wash the dishes.
2. But group: The following

- though
- although
- however
connectors are used to express contrast.

- nevertheless
- even though
- in spite of, etc.
Ex. Although you didnt do very well in the interview, we think you have a lot of potential.
3. So group: The following connectors are used to express result or conclusion.

- as a result - therefore
- thus
- consequently, etc.
Ex. Fortunately, profits were very high this period. Therefore, salaries will be raised.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 30
OBJECTIVE:
Complaining about goods and services.
Contents:
Reported speech
CLASS PRESENTATION
Reported speech is used to take someone elses words or thoughts and incorporate them into our own
speech.
Tell means to inform or to order. After tell, a personal object is necessary.
Ex: The saleswoman told me that I could ask for a refund if I wasnt satisified with the merchandise.
Say is normally used without a personal object.
Ex: The waiter said that he would bring the soup immediately, but he hasnt brought it yet.
Vocabulary: complaint, customer, client, full refund
Expressions: to file a complaint, to take it up with someone, to return a product, to get a refund.
Jane
John
Jane
John
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: Hi, honey! How was your business trip?

: It was terrible. First of all, the airline told me that I could travel in business class, but I had
to fly coach instead. So I filed a formal complaint.
: Thats too bad. What else happened?
: Well, my boss said that we should go to a restaurant after our meetings, so we did.
The only problem is that I had to pay for everyone. And we said that each person would pay
for their own meal!
Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 31
OBJECTIVE:
Describing your house. Naming rooms of the house.
Contents:

Adjectives
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
need to understand (suggested words are underlined in the script below; provide
more if necessary).
Play the tape again, and ask them to fill in the chart to list the items offered with
each type of home.
Instructions: Listen and fill in the blanks.

Script
Come home to the new community of The Pines, where we offer the tranquility of the
country, only minutes from downtown. There are single-family homes and apartments
for every size family. We offer 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms, all with 2 full bathrooms, including
the master bath. The large 3 and 4 bedroom models include a guest bathroom, or
powder room, located near the living and entertaining area, and they also have an
attached garage. The smaller homes have a carport. All models have a fully-equipped
kitchen and laundry room. All homes also have a large backyard.
If you prefer apartment living, The Pines offers studio, one-bedroom and 2-bedroom
apartments, with one full bath and a fully-equipped kitchen.
Come to the Pines today to discover what good living can be, at reasonable prices.
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Gamma Course
GAMMA UPPER MODULE
CLASS 32
OBJECTIVE:
Using indefinite pronouns.
Contents:
Indefinite pronouns
Listening activity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Have the students listen to the dialogs WITHOUT the students referring to the printed script.
Give your students the corresponding handout and read the questions.
Have the students answer the questions about the 3 dialogs as they listen again.
Instructions: Listen to the dialogs and answer the questions.

Script 1
Girl:
Boys:
Girl:
Boy:
Girl:
Does anybody have a bottle opener?

Yes!
Is anybody going to help me open this bottle? Nobody will help me? Hey
you, can you help me?
Yes, of course!
Finally there is someone courteous enough to give me a hand.
Script 2
Doctor:
Patient:
Doctor:
Patient:
Doctor:
Patient:
Doctor:
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Was there anything that caused you to lose your memory?

Well doctor, if I could remember there wouldnt be anything
wrong with me.
Mmm... maybe you hit your head against something.
But theres nothing dangerous where I live... I think.
Im afraid that theres nothing I can do for you Mr...
Leblanc. Hey Ive just remembered something! Im a doctor.
I was treating a patient who had a memory problem when suddenly I
forgot everything. Doctor?
Who? Who are you? Everything seems very strange to me.

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PROHIBIDA SU REPRODUCCION TOTAL O PARCIAL TRONWELL S.A. 2006.

Greeting people formally and informally.

Grammatical Content (s)

Verb to be in affirmative, negative and interrogative form.

Lexical Content (s)

Vocabulary related to personal information.

Hello, my name is........

What is your name?

Asking for and giving personal information:

Where are you from?

PROHIBIDA SU REPRODUCCION TOTAL O PARCIAL TRONWELL S.A . 2005.

Spelling, saying letters and counting numbers.

Grammatical Content (s)

Lexical Content (s)

Saying the alphabet, counting numbers

Listen, and complete the missing information.

Dear Mr. Stewart,

PROHIBIDA SU REPRODUCCION TOTAL O PARCIAL TRONWELL S.A . 2005.

Counting and using numbers in English

Grammatical Content (s)

Verb To Be in affirmative, negative and interrogative form

Lexical Content (s)

Colors, numbers from 0 to 100.

Numbers from 0 to 100.

Identifying and using colors:

The sweater is blue/ It is blue.

What color are the chairs?

The chairs are brown/ They are brown.

Is the apple red?

Yes, it is. / No, it isnt. It is green.

Are the pencils black?

Yes,they are. / No, they arent. They are red.

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Greeting, introducing and giving personal information.

Grammatical Content (s)

Lexical Content (s)

Vocabulary related to personal information

How are you? My name is Brenda Montani and Im Canadian. Im 28 years

Good afternoon. Im James Gallager. Im English and Im 55 years old. Im

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Saying what people are / are not doing

Grammatical Content (s)

Present Continuous tense in affirmative, negative and interrogative

Lexical Content (s)

Actions in the city

Present Continuous: it describes an action that is happening now.

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Asking and giving personal information

Grammar Content (s):

WHAT + Personal Pronouns

Lexical Content (s) :

Vocabulary related to the topic.

His first name is Johnny

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Asking people to spell words

Lexical Content (s)

* How do you spell your name / last name, please?

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Grammar Content (s):

Teachers Book Tronsmall NICO's

Teachers Book Tronsmall NICO's