0% found this document useful (0 votes)
17 views25 pages

4 Classes

The document outlines a B2 level English class focused on discussing career aspirations, job interviews, and travel experiences. It includes vocabulary, expressions, and exercises designed to enhance students' speaking and writing skills related to their future goals and past experiences. The class structure consists of vocabulary introduction, fill-in-the-blanks, sentence scrambling, matching exercises, and conversation questions.

Uploaded by

rclanguagespix
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
0% found this document useful (0 votes)
17 views25 pages

4 Classes

The document outlines a B2 level English class focused on discussing career aspirations, job interviews, and travel experiences. It includes vocabulary, expressions, and exercises designed to enhance students' speaking and writing skills related to their future goals and past experiences. The class structure consists of vocabulary introduction, fill-in-the-blanks, sentence scrambling, matching exercises, and conversation questions.

Uploaded by

rclanguagespix
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 25

v

English Class 1: Expectations for Life, Future Career, Dreams, and Goals
(Level B2)

Duration: 1 hour

1. Introduction to Vocabulary: Career and Personal Goals (10 min)

Let's begin by learning some essential vocabulary related to career, dreams, and
goals that will help you discuss your future aspirations and plans.

 Ambition: A strong desire to achieve something, usually requiring


determination and hard work.
 Goal: An aim or target that you work towards achieving.
 Dream job: The ideal or most desired career or occupation.
 Success: The accomplishment of an aim or purpose.
 Achievement: A thing done successfully, typically by effort, skill, or
courage.
 Vision: A clear idea of what you want to achieve in the future.
 Motivation: The reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a
particular way.
 Career path: The route or progression of one's career from entry-level to
more senior positions.
 Work-life balance: The concept of balancing career demands with
personal and family life.
 Networking: The act of interacting with others to exchange information
and develop professional contacts.
v

2. Business Expressions and Useful Phrases (10 min)

These expressions and phrases will help you speak confidently about your future
career, dreams, and goals during interviews or in conversations:

 “What are your career aspirations?”: A question that asks about your
long-term professional goals.
 “I aim to be…”: A way to state your goal for the future.
 “In five years, I see myself…”: A typical question about where you see
yourself in the near future.
 “I want to make a difference by…”: A phrase to express the impact you
wish to have through your work.
 “My dream job is…”: A way to talk about your ideal profession.
 “I’ve set a goal to…”: A phrase used when you are talking about a
specific target you want to achieve.
 “I am passionate about…”: Used to express enthusiasm about a career or
area of interest.
 “I would love to develop my skills in…”: A way to express your desire
to improve in a particular area.
 “My long-term vision is to…”: A way to state your ultimate professional
goal.
 “I want to find a career that…”: Used when describing the type of job
or career you are looking for.

3. Fill in the Blanks (10 min)

Fill in the blanks with the correct vocabulary from the list below.
v

Vocabulary List: ambition, goal, career path, motivation, success, dream job,
achievement, vision, networking, work-life balance.

1. My ultimate _______________ is to become a CEO of a large technology


company.
2. I need to work on improving my skills to reach my _______________ in
this industry.
3. I believe that the key to _______________ is setting clear, achievable
goals.
4. Building relationships and _______________ can help you advance in
your career.
5. My _______________ is to travel the world and work in international
business.
6. I want a job that offers a healthy _______________ so I can spend time
with my family.
7. One of my biggest _______________ was completing a major project
under tight deadlines.
8. I’m constantly looking for ways to stay motivated in order to reach my
_______________.
9. The _______________ I have for my future involves moving into a
leadership role.
10. _______________ is a key factor in personal growth and getting ahead in
your career.

4. Scramble the Sentences (10 min)

Rearrange the words to form meaningful sentences.

1. dream / job / is / my / teacher / become / to / a


v

2. goal / my / is / to / successful / become / an / entrepreneur


o

3. set / to / I / a / career / path / want / clear


o

4. work / balance / want / I / life / good / have / a


o

5. achieve / I / my / to / motivated / am / goals / by / desire


o

6. vision / long-term / my / future / in / I / see / myself / as / a / leader


o

7. job / dream / a / want / I / that / challenges / offers


o

8. develop / in / I / would / love / to / my / skills / marketing


o

9. difference / to / I / want / a / make / the / world/ in


o

10. to / career / I / this / years / in / working / for / five / I / see / myself


v

5. Match the Columns (10 min)

Match each phrase in Column A with its correct response in Column B.

Column A Column B

1. I want to be a successful A. leader in my field.

2. My dream job is B. to inspire and lead others.

C. in a position that allows me to learn and


3. I hope to develop my skills
grow.

4. My long-term goal is to D. in digital marketing.

5. I aim to be an expert in E. a career that challenges me.

6. I plan to find F. management and leadership.

7. I’m passionate about G. working with a team of motivated people.

8. My career vision is to H. is to become a CEO of a global company.

9. I want to make a difference


I. is to help people succeed in their careers.
by

10. I would love to work in a


J. that contributes to sustainable growth.
job
v

6. Conversation Questions: Discussing Future Career, Dreams, and Goals (10


min)

Use the following questions to have a conversation about your future goals and
dreams. Focus on expressing your opinions and explaining your aspirations in
detail.

1. What is your dream job, and why do you want to pursue it?
2. How do you plan to achieve your career goals?
3. Where do you see yourself in five years?
4. What is the most important quality for success in your future career?
5. How do you stay motivated when working towards your goals?
6. What is one thing you need to improve to reach your career objectives?
7. What kind of work environment do you want to work in?
8. How do you balance your career ambitions with your personal life?
9. What are some obstacles you might face in achieving your dreams?
10. Who inspires you to reach your goals, and why?
11. What are your long-term goals, and how do they align with your personal
values?
12. Do you think your career goals will change over time? Why or why not?
13. How do you plan to develop your skills and experience for future roles?
14. Have you set any short-term goals? If so, what are they?
15. What advice would you give someone starting their career journey?
16. What motivates you to keep pushing towards your goals?
17. What impact do you want to have on the world through your career?
18. How do you feel about taking risks in your career to achieve your goals?
19. Do you think it's important to have a clear career vision? Why?
20. How do you plan to make your dream job a reality?
v

English Class 2: Preparing for a Job Interview in a Restaurant (Level B2)

Duration: 1 hour

1. Introduction to Business Vocabulary (10 min)

We’ll begin by introducing some important business vocabulary that’s relevant to


a job interview in the restaurant industry. Please go through the following list and
make sure you understand the terms.

 Application: The process of applying for a job.


 Interview: A formal meeting where a potential employer asks questions to
assess a candidate's qualifications.
 Resume/CV (Curriculum Vitae): A document that outlines your work
experience, education, and skills.
 References: People who can provide a recommendation about your
character or work experience.
 Cover letter: A letter accompanying your CV or resume explaining why
you're applying for the job.
 Hiring Manager: The person responsible for hiring new employees.
 Skills: Abilities or expertise required to do a job.
 Availability: The times you're able to work.
 Work Ethic: A set of values based on hard work and diligence.
 Teamwork: The ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others.

2. Business Expressions Related to Job Interviews (10 min)

Below are common expressions used in job interviews, especially in the


restaurant industry. Make sure to pay attention to their meanings:
v

 “Tell me about yourself.”: A common opening question, where you


introduce your qualifications and experience.
 “Why do you want to work here?”: This question evaluates your
motivation and interest in the restaurant.
 “What are your strengths and weaknesses?”: Used to assess your self-
awareness and suitability for the job.
 “What experience do you have in customer service?”: A question
related to your skills in handling customers.
 “How do you handle stressful situations?”: Important to assess your
ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
 “Can you work in a team?”: This evaluates your collaboration skills,
especially important in the restaurant industry.
 “Why did you leave your previous job?”: Employers often ask this to
understand why you are changing positions.
 “What is your availability?”: Employers want to know when you can
start and how flexible your schedule is.
 “Are you familiar with food safety regulations?”: In restaurants,
understanding safety is crucial.
 “How would you deal with an unhappy customer?”: Assessing
problem-solving skills in customer service.

3. Fill in the Blanks Exercise (10 min)

Fill in the blanks with the correct vocabulary words from the list below.

Vocabulary List: application, interview, references, resume, cover letter, hiring


manager, skills, availability, work ethic, teamwork.
v

1. Before the _______________, make sure you’ve prepared your resume


and cover letter.
2. In the _______________, you will be asked questions about your previous
experience and skills.
3. It's important to have _______________ who can speak positively about
your work performance.
4. The _______________ will review all applications and decide which
candidates to invite for interviews.
5. A good _______________ is essential to success in the restaurant
industry.
6. When applying for a job, you should submit a _______________ to
provide your background.
7. The restaurant is looking for someone with good communication
_______________.
8. Please state your _______________ and the hours you are available to
work.
9. Having a strong _______________ helps you handle long hours and
demanding customers.
10. _______________ is essential when working with a team in a busy
restaurant environment.

4. Scramble the Sentences (10 min)

Below are sentences related to the interview process, but the words are
scrambled. Rearrange the words to form meaningful sentences.

1. teamwork / essential / in / working / a / restaurant / is


o
v

2. have / references / do / previous / to / jobs / you


o

3. interview / prepare / for / it's / important / the / before


o

4. with / should / experience / customer / you / service


o

5. availability / your / confirm / to / it's / you / interview / during / the


o

6. about / discuss / strengths / weaknesses / and / your / the / you / in /


should / interview
o

7. leave / explain / you / reason / to / job / why / your / previous


o

8. food / safety / aware / regulations / you / of / be / should


o

9. handle / stressful / situations / how / do / you


o

10. team / are / good / a / you / working / with


v

5. Matching Exercise (10 min)

Match the business term with its definition.

A. Interview
B. Hiring Manager
C. Teamwork
D. Resume
E. References
F. Application
G. Availability
H. Cover Letter
I. Skills
J. Work Ethic

1. A formal meeting to assess a candidate's suitability for a job.


2. A document summarizing work history and qualifications.
3. A letter sent with a resume explaining your interest in the job.
4. The ability to collaborate effectively with others in a work setting.
5. The availability of a person to work specific hours or shifts.
6. A set of abilities or knowledge required for a job.
7. A process where you submit your credentials for consideration for a job.
8. A document that lists people who can recommend you for the job.
9. A person responsible for the hiring process.
10. A person's attitude towards their work, including commitment and
reliability.
v

6. Conversation Questions (10 min)

Use the following conversation questions to practice your speaking skills. Focus
on talking about your past job experiences.

1. What was your previous job, and how did you get started in that position?
2. How long did you work at your last job?
3. What was your main responsibility at your previous job?
4. Can you describe a typical day at your last job?
5. What did you enjoy the most about your previous job?
6. What challenges did you face in your previous job, and how did you
overcome them?
7. What skills did you develop in your last job that are relevant to this
position?
8. How did you handle stressful situations at your last job?
9. Did you work in a team or independently in your previous job?
10. What was the company culture like at your previous job?
11. How did you manage your time and tasks at your last job?
12. Were you ever promoted or given more responsibility in your previous
job?
13. What did you learn from working with customers in your last job?
14. Why did you leave your last job?
15. How did you handle disagreements or conflicts with colleagues or
customers?
16. What kind of training did you receive in your previous position?
17. How did you keep yourself motivated during difficult tasks at your last
job?
18. What would you do differently if you had the chance to go back to your
previous job?
v

19. How do you feel your previous job prepared you for this position?
20. What advice would you give someone starting in your previous role?

English Class 3: Trips I Have Taken and Trips I Would Like to Take (Level
B2)

Duration: 1 hour

1. Introduction to Vocabulary: Travel (10 min)

Let's start by reviewing some useful vocabulary related to travel. This will help
you describe past trips as well as future travel plans.

 Adventure: An exciting or unusual experience, often involving risks.


 Sightseeing: The activity of visiting places of interest in a particular
location.
 Itinerary: A planned route or journey.
 Destination: The place to which someone or something is going or being
sent.
 Landmarks: Notable or important places that are easy to recognize.
 Backpacking: Traveling with only a backpack, often for long distances
and in a budget-friendly way.
 Tourist trap: A place or activity that attracts many tourists but is often
overpriced or of low quality.
 Cultural exchange: Interactions between people from different cultures,
often through travel or study.
 Jet lag: The fatigue and disorientation caused by traveling across multiple
time zones.
v

 Exploration: The action of traveling through an area in order to learn


more about it.

2. Travel Expressions and Useful Phrases (10 min)

Here are some expressions to help you talk about trips you’ve taken or would like
to take.

 “I’ve always wanted to visit…”: Used when talking about a dream


destination.
 “I’ve been to…”: To talk about a place you’ve already visited.
 “One of the most memorable trips I’ve taken was…”: Used to talk
about a significant or special trip.
 “I’d love to explore…”: Used to express interest in discovering a new
place.
 “I traveled to… last year”: Used to talk about a past trip.
 “The trip I’m most excited about is…”: Used to express excitement
about a future trip.
 “I’ve never been to…”: Used to say you haven’t visited a certain place
yet.
 “I would love to go on an adventure in…”: A phrase to express interest
in an adventurous trip.
 “I went sightseeing in…”: To describe the activity of visiting tourist
attractions.
 “I hope to travel to…”: To express a future travel plan or desire.
v

3. Fill in the Blanks (10 min)

Fill in the blanks with the correct vocabulary from the list below.

Vocabulary List: adventure, sightseeing, destination, itinerary, landmarks,


backpacking, tourist trap, jet lag, cultural exchange, exploration.

1. Last summer, I went to Paris and spent the day __________ around the
city, visiting famous places like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre.
2. My dream __________ is to visit Japan and experience the culture and
food.
3. The trip was amazing, but the __________ made it hard for me to adjust
to the new time zone.
4. I have a list of places I want to visit, and my next __________ is South
America.
5. I enjoy __________ because it allows me to explore new places in a fun
and active way.
6. The __________ was so crowded that it felt like I was only there to buy
overpriced souvenirs.
7. My friend and I planned a __________ through Europe last year, and it
was unforgettable.
8. One of the highlights of my last trip was the __________ in Rome, like
the Colosseum and the Pantheon.
9. We planned the entire __________ before the trip so we could make the
most of our time.
10. Through traveling, I’ve had many opportunities for __________,
especially when meeting people from different countries.
v

4. Scramble the Sentences (10 min)

Rearrange the words to form meaningful sentences.

1. always / I / visit / wanted / to / Japan / have


o

2. in / sightseeing / Paris / went / I / last / year / to


o

3. landmarks / I / saw / during / trip / the / my


o

4. jet / had / because / I / long / trip / a / lag


o

5. would / I / to / love / travel / backpacking / Europe / around


o

6. I / to / hope / next / trip / go / Thailand / on


o

7. the / exchange / my / the / cultural / with / was / unforgettable


o

8. tourist / never / I / trap / a / been / to / a / visited


o

9. place / the / was / beautiful / destination / the


v

10. exploration / do / I / the / would / like / of / world

5. Match the Columns (10 min)

Match each phrase in Column A with its correct response in Column B.

Column A Column B

1. I’ve always wanted to visit… A. the Great Wall of China.

2. One of my favorite trips was when I


B. the cultural diversity of the country.
went to

C. backpacking through the mountains of


3. I would love to explore…
Peru.

4. I went sightseeing in… D. a relaxing beach resort.

5. I’ve never been to… E. a bustling city like New York.

6. The destination of my next trip is… F. the pyramids of Egypt.

7. I hope to travel to… G. Iceland, to see the Northern Lights.

8. The trip I’m most excited about H. Bali for some beautiful scenery and
is… adventure.

I. Japan, to experience the cherry


9. I went on an adventure in…
blossoms.
v

Column A Column B

10. I hope to have a cultural exchange J. South America to explore the Amazon
in… rainforest.

6. Conversation Questions: Discussing Past and Future Trips (10 min)

Use the following questions to talk about trips you’ve taken and trips you would
like to take. Try to elaborate on your answers and explain the reasons behind
your choices.

1. What is the most memorable trip you've ever taken, and why?
2. Have you ever had a bad experience during a trip? What happened?
3. If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
4. What types of activities do you enjoy the most when traveling?
5. Do you prefer traveling to big cities or more rural destinations? Why?
6. Have you ever traveled alone? Would you like to in the future?
7. What’s the first place on your travel bucket list?
8. Are there any trips you would never want to take? Why?
9. What do you think is the best way to travel: by plane, train, or car? Why?
10. What’s one thing you always do when preparing for a trip?
11. Do you enjoy meeting new people when you travel? Why or why not?
12. What are some cultural aspects you hope to experience during your
travels?
13. Would you prefer to visit historical sites or natural landmarks? Why?
14. What’s the longest trip you’ve ever taken? Where did you go?
15. Do you like to plan your trips in advance, or do you prefer spontaneous
travel?
16. If you could go on a road trip anywhere in the world, where would it be?
v

17. How important is it to you to experience local food and cuisine when
traveling?
18. Would you like to travel more for work or leisure? Why?
19. What destination would you recommend to someone visiting your country,
and why?
20. What’s the next trip you would like to take, and what activities would you
do there?

English Class 4: Childhood, Friends, School Days, and Memories (Level B2)

Duration: 1 hour

1. Introduction to Vocabulary: Childhood and School (10 min)

Let's begin by reviewing some key vocabulary related to childhood, friends, and
school days.

 Playground: An outdoor area where children can play, usually with


equipment like swings and slides.
 Best friend: A person you are closest to and share most of your thoughts
and experiences with.
 Bullying: Repeated aggressive behavior intended to hurt or intimidate
someone.
 Classmate: A student in the same class as you.
 Teacher’s pet: A student who is favored by the teacher.
 Schoolyard: The outdoor area of the school where children play during
breaks.
 Recess: A short break during school hours for playing or resting.
 Homework: Tasks assigned by teachers to be completed outside of class.
v

 Field trip: A visit to a place outside of school for educational purposes.


 Childhood memory: A specific event or moment that you remember from
when you were a child.

2. Useful Expressions and Phrases (10 min)

Here are some expressions and phrases you can use when talking about
childhood, school experiences, and memories:

 “When I was a child, I used to…”: Talking about things you did in your
childhood.
 “My best friend from school was…”: Introducing someone you were
close to in school.
 “I have a lot of good/bad memories from school…”: Describing your
experiences from school days.
 “I remember when…”: To recall a specific event from the past.
 “School was a lot of fun because…”: Talking about the positive aspects
of your school experience.
 “The worst memory I have from school is…”: Sharing a negative or
challenging experience.
 “We used to play…”: Talking about games or activities you enjoyed with
friends.
 “I often got into trouble for…”: Mentioning something mischievous you
did as a child.
 “I was really close to my classmates…”: Discussing the relationships
you had with peers.
 “I hated school when…”: Describing a time when school wasn’t
enjoyable.
v

3. Fill in the Blanks (10 min)

Complete the sentences with the correct vocabulary from the list below.

Vocabulary List: playground, bullying, recess, homework, field trip, best friend,
classmate, schoolyard, teacher’s pet, childhood memory.

1. My __________ was a wonderful place where we played soccer and tag


during breaks.
2. One of my happiest __________ is when my friends and I built a
treehouse in the park.
3. I remember that I hated doing __________ because I would always have
so much to do.
4. I used to have a __________ who would always bring me snacks during
lunch.
5. We went on a __________ to the zoo when we were studying animals in
school.
6. I had a __________ who always got the best grades and would sit at the
front of the class.
7. The __________ was where we played games like basketball during
breaks.
8. __________ was a big problem in my school when I was younger, and I
never liked seeing it happen.
9. During __________, we would all play outside and talk about our favorite
things.
10. I was very close to my __________ and we would share everything, from
secrets to schoolwork.
v

4. Scramble the Sentences (10 min)

Rearrange the words to form correct sentences.

1. when / I / remember / was / younger / I / really / liked / school


o

2. used / my / I / go / to / recess / playground / the


o

3. best / we / childhood / spent / together / memory / much / time


o

4. always / I / homework / hated / did / because / it / took / too / long


o

5. school / my / friends / in / I / was / close / with


o

6. used / I / games / play / the / playground / on / with / my / best / friends


o

7. the / hated / I / teacher’s / pet / was / classmate / in / always


o

8. school / my / went / I / to / bullying / there / was / a / no


o

9. often / in / trouble / I / got / because / talked / I / too / much


v

10. we / went / to / field / trip / the / zoo / on / a / the

5. Match the Columns (10 min)

Match the phrases in Column A with their corresponding responses in Column


B.

Column A Column B

A. my classmates and I would play soccer


1. When I was in school, I used to…
every break.

2. My best childhood memory is when


B. used to have a lot of fun in school.
I…

C. trouble with my homework, especially


3. I remember that I had a lot of…
math.

4. The worst part of school was… D. went on a trip to the museum.

5. I had a really close friend in school


E. bullying, especially in middle school.
named…

F. because we spent so much time


6. We played a lot of games in the…
together.

G. the teacher’s pet, and I always helped


7. I used to hate doing…
the teacher.
v

Column A Column B

8. I was often in trouble because I… H. schoolyard, especially during recess.

9. My childhood was filled with… I. always talked during class.

10. I think I would have enjoyed J. the time I spent with my family on
school more if… trips.

6. Conversation Questions: Talking About Childhood and School (10 min)

Use the following questions to practice discussing your childhood, friends,


school days, and memories. Try to elaborate and share personal experiences.

1. What was your favorite subject in school, and why did you like it?
2. Do you have any memorable experiences from your childhood that you
still think about today?
3. What games did you like to play with your friends when you were
younger?
4. How would you describe your best friend from childhood?
5. Did you ever have a bad experience with bullying in school? How did you
handle it?
6. Were you the type of student who liked to do homework, or did you
struggle with it?
7. What’s the funniest memory you have from your school days?
8. Did you enjoy your school field trips? What was the best one you went
on?
9. How was your relationship with your teachers when you were a student?
10. What was your schoolyard like when you were a child?
11. What did you dream of becoming when you were younger, and has that
changed now?
v

12. Did you get along with all your classmates, or were there people you
didn’t like?
13. What’s one thing you wish you could have done differently during your
school years?
14. How did you spend your weekends as a child?
15. Were there any teachers that influenced you a lot during your school
years?
16. Do you still keep in touch with any of your childhood friends? How do
you keep the friendship alive?
17. Do you think your childhood shaped the person you are today? In what
way?
18. How do you feel about the idea of going back to school now?
19. What’s one thing you remember hating about school?
20. How has the way you look at school changed since you were a child?

You might also like