1. What is the “Guess the Famous Person” quiz show?
2. Who is it for?
3. Do you like stories about famous people? Why / why not?
4. Do you want to try this challenge? Why / why not?
Host: Hello everyone! Welcome to our “Guess the famous person” game. I am your host Adam. And today we have three players ready for the game. Let’s meet them. Hi, Mark, Patricia and Lilly. Great to have you all here. Here’s how the game works. I give you facts about a famous person and you need to guess who it is. Let’s start with our first famous hero. Fact number one. This person was an important American leader.
Mark: Is it Abraham Lincoln?
Host: good guess, but not quite. Let’s move on to fact number two. This person was the author of the American Constitution. Abraham Lincoln wasn’t there.
Lilly: George Washington!
Host: That’s correct, Lilly! It’s George Washington, the first President of the United States. Well done! Now let’s move on to our next famous person. Are you all ready? Here are the facts. Fact number one. This person was a famous astronaut and he is famous for his travel to the Moon.
Mark: It’s John Young!
Host: Not quite. Was he on the Moon?
Mark: No, he wasn’t.
Host: Let’s move on to fact number two. This astronaut was part of the famous Apollo 13 mission.
Patricia: Oh, I know this one. It’s Jack Swigert.
Host: That’s correct Patricia. It’s Jack Swigert. His famous phrase was “Huston, we have a problem”. Well done! And our final famous person for today. Fact number one. This musician was the lead singer of a famous rock band and the story of his life is in the film “Bohemian rhapsody”.
Mark: Freddie Mercury!
Host: Correct, Mark! It’s Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the rock band “Queen”. That’s the end of our game. Thank you, Mark, Patricia and Lilly for playing “Guess the Famous Person” with us today. Have a wonderful day, everyone!
Put the summary in the correct order
True or false?
Match the words with their definitions
Complete the sentences with the correct words
Choose the correct alternative
Fill in the gaps
Guess a famous person!
1. I was a famous actor. My first name was Johnny, and my last name starts with “D.” I was in the film “Pirates of the Caribbean”. I have a great style and play in a music band. Who was I?
2. I was a famous musician. My first name is Wolfgang, and my last name begins with “M.” I have beautiful symphonies and I was a very clever child. Who was I?
3. I was a painter with a special style. My first name is Vincent, and my last name begins with “G.” My paintings are Starry Night and many others. Who was I?
4. I was a musician famous for my guitar skills and my hit song “Purple Haze.” My first name is Jimi, and my last name starts with “H.” I am a hero in the world of rock music. Who was I?
5. I was a musician famous for my voice and hit songs like “Fly Me to the Moon.” My first name is Frank, and my last name starts with “S.” I was an American singer. Who was I?
When was the last time you …. ?
Listen to the recording. Complete the time phrases with the words from the list.
Talking about time
Read Abigail’s post and answer the questions below
Travel to Another Country: A year ago, I traveled to another country with my family. We visited France, and it was really great! We stayed at a lovely hotel near the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The weather was beautiful, and we often stopped our walk to enjoy the city. We booked a table at a cozy French restaurant, tried tasty food, and even chatted with some friendly locals. I can’t wait to travel to another country again soon!
Start a New Hobby: Three months ago, I decided to start a new hobby – dancing. I joined a dance class in my city. At first, I was nervous and needed help from my coach, but I quickly learned the basic steps. I danced and enjoyed it a lot at the last party. It’s a great way to stay active and have fun with friends.
Watch a Comedy: Last weekend, I was at the cinema with my friends. We watched a comedy movie. That was fun! We laughed so much that I even cried in the cinema. It was a great way to relax and forget about our daily routines. After the movie, we walked to a restaurant and enjoyed a wonderful dinner together. P.S. Also, we cycled around the park after dinner. Cool!
Read Abigail’s post again and complete the rules with the verbs
Complete the sentences with the correct past forms of the verbs from the list
Choose the correct alternative
Complete the sentences with the correct verb form. then make these sentences true for you.
Make short answers to the questions. Then, answer these questions about yourself
1. Did you stay at a hotel last Wednesday? (+)
2. Did your friend start a new hobby last month? (-)
3. Did you and your family paint all the walls in your apartment a week ago? (-)
4. Did your colleagues watch a comedy yesterday? (+)
5. Did your cousin play football when he was a child? (-)
6. Did your friends need help in 2020? (+)
Choose the correct options
Love Story
Hey everyone!
Today’s the day to share the love story of our family.
Back then, I didn’t know that this man with a warm smile was my future husband.
I decided to make a change in my life. I left my job and I came to Barcelona on June 15th, 2019.
I bought a 10-day tour. There was one guide – Mark, a friendly Italian man with a nice smile. He was interesting and funny! I always asked him more questions, and he happily answered.
One day, I wanted to take a picture with him, and here it is, our very first selfie!
Later, in Vienna, I got a message from him where I found out that he couldn’t stop thinking about me and asked for the photo we took together. I felt the same. We started chatting every day, and we even visited each other in different countries, getting to know each other better.
Finally, I went to Barcelona to meet his family. It was an incredible journey, and I’m excited to see where life takes us next.
Finish the sentences
1. Lilly tells about her …
2. She shows the first selfie with …
3. Lilly went to Barcelona because …
4. Mark was a …
5. In Vienna Lilly …
6. Next time Lilly went to Barcelona to …
My last day at Eco Company
Hey there, everyone!
Look at this pic I took on my last day at the big eco-company where I worked as an intern. They’re all about saving our planet!
You know, I always wanted to work for a company that helps our environment.
My time there wasn’t easy. I took work home, slept for 3-4 hours max, and I absolutely didn’t have time to rest. I just gave away all of my energy. But I really enjoyed it!
Unfortunately, on my last day, September 3rd, 2020 I found out I didn’t get the job, but I’m not giving up! I’m looking for another chance because working for a company that saves our planet is my big dream.
Keep chasing your dreams, like me!
Answer the questions
1. What is special about the company where Jonny was?
2. Why did Jonny want to work for a company like this?
3. Was the internship easy or difficult? Why?
4. What happened on Jonny’s last day?
5. How does Jonny feel about that situation?
Friends forever
Hey guys! It finally happened!
You know that I live in the UK but all of my friends moved to different countries all around Europe and it’s sad. We don’t meet for the holidays, but we often have Zoom calls. We remember everybody’s birthdays and send presents all the time!
So, as you can see we finally met! We all had an idea of getting together but we couldn’t. We had different plans, tasks, and work to do! We got tired of this adult life and we just did it! We got away to Madrid!
We spent a wonderful week there. This is the only selfie we have from it. I will remember this trip for the rest of my life! We had our meals, went to museums, and traveled by car away from Madrid; we just had our best time.
I miss them so much and hope we can have another trip together very soon!
Use the words from the list to fill in the blanks
Past Simple Irregular Verbs
Choose the correct Past Simple forms
Beach Day
Put the words in the gaps into the correct forms of Past Simple
Build the sentences in the Past Simple using the prompts
1. (+) Her husband / get a parcel / yesterday.
2. (-) They / can / answer / his questions.
3. (-) I / go / outside / last weekend.
4. (+) You / find / a nice cafe / last week.
5. (?) He / give / money / you?
6. (?) Why / you / feel / sad / yesterday?
7. (+) I / bring / a lot of food / to the hospital.
8. (?) When / you / can / arrive?
9. (-) She / take / a power bank / on a trip.
10. (+) We / come / home / late / yesterday.
Truth or Lies?
Read the rules and play the game
1. Think of 4 events that happened in your life.
2. Share these 4 events and their dates with each other. Make some of them lies.
3. Guess if your partner’s events are true or false.
Example:
Student: My first event is that I went to Disneyland on July 5, 2019.
Teacher: Hmm, I think that’s true.
Student: Nope, it’s a lie. I was at home!
Share your most recent selfie and talk about:
- where you were when you took the photo
- when it happened
- who you were with
- what you did
- why you took this photo
Change sentences from present to past as in the example
Example: My husband and I go shopping at the weekend. (last weekend) → My husband and I went shopping last weekend.
1. She buys fresh food every day. (yesterday) →
2. The cat sleeps on the sofa. (last evening) →
3. Does she visit her grandmother? (last weekend) →
4. She doesn’t send a text message. (last month) →
5. She takes a photo of the sunset. (yesterday evening) →
6. Do you sleep well? (last night) →
7. Her parents don’t live in Canada. (in 1995) →
8. They bring their laptops. (to the meeting last week) →
9. He doesn’t eat meat. (last night) →
10. Does she feel well? (3 days ago) →
What happened?
John: Hey, do you want to hear an interesting story about the day I went to play sports?
Michael: Sure, I’d love to hear it. What happened?
John: A really funny thing!
Michael: Where did it happen?
John: It happened at the city park. I went there to play some soccer.
Michael: Who was with you?
John: Just Sarah and Mike. We took a ball and some snacks and went to the field.
Michael: What did you do next?
John: First, we played soccer. Mike gave me a great pass and I scored a goal!
Michael: Wow! How did you feel about it?
John: I felt amazing! But then something funny happened. A dog came running into the field and took our ball!
Michael: No way!
John: Yeah! Sarah was quick and got the ball back from the dog.
Michael: That’s interesting. What happened next?
1. What happened to John at the city park?
2. Who was John with?
3. How did he feel?
4. How does Michael react to John’s words?
5. What questions does he ask?
6. What do you think happened next?
Choose the correct question to the answer given.
Read the next part of the dialogue and choose the best headings. Then answer the questions below.
1. What happened to John and his friends next?
2. What did he and his friends find?
3. Who was the man who came?
4. Was the situation surprising for friends?
5. How does Michael react at the end of the story?
Quick responses and reactions
Think of your story and tell me what happened. Use these phrases:
Follow-up questions:
- What happened?
- Why was that?
- How did you feel about it?
- Can you tell me more?
- What did you do next?
- Who was with you?
- Where did it happen?
Quick responses:
- I see.
- Did you?
- No way!
- That’s interesting.
- That’s cool!
- Wow!
- That’s a shame.
I LOVE books!
Complete the book description with the words from the list.
Answer the questions about the books
Read the comments. Which book is good for each person? – A Song of Ice and Fire? Eat, Pray, Love? or Gone Girl? Why
Sarah: I love the books that have so many secrets. I finished the book “The Girl on the Train” yesterday evening. I couldn’t stop reading it. It’s like a quiz. That’s really cool!
David: Fantasy books are my favorite! Did you read the “The Hobbit”? They took me to worlds with great powers. I lived every word in a book!
Emily: Romantic stories are the best. I enjoy reading about love and happy endings. It makes my heart feel warm and happy.
Practice your vocabulary and grammar. Choose the correct alternative.
Complete the questions below with the past forms of the verbs BE or DO. Then answer the questions.
Choose the correct alternative
Complete the facts with the correct past form of the verbs from the list. Then, answer the questions below.
1. Which of the writers would you like to meet in real life?
2. What do you want to talk about with them? Why?
3. Whose stories are the most interesting? Why?
Tell us about your favorite book. Cover the questions below
1. What is the title of the book?
2. What are the characters of the story?
3. Where did this story happen?
4. When did it happen?
5. What happened to them?
6. How did you feel after reading it?
Choose the correct word to complete the story
Make a story with the phrases below:
- Two people
- A big city
- Sunny winter morning
- Phones don’t work
- Don’t know where to go
- Friendly locals
- Take a train
- Visit new places