Writing a letter to a friend Period One

One or two of our classmates has been abroad in this summer. Now you have a chance to interview him/her. Write down his/her answers. One or two of our classmates has been abroad in this summer. Now you have a chance to interview him/her. Write down his/her answers.

Watch a video, and try to write down the answers.

 Think about what questions to ask and write them down in advance.  Write brief notes only, not whole sentences.  Make meaningful notes.  Use contractions and abbreviations whenever possible. Skills building1: writing down the answers

If you don’t hear or understand an answer, ask the other person to repeat it. You can use expressions such as:  Could you say that again?  Could you repeat that, please?  Did you say… or…?

Moving to a new town or area can be a trying time. You might worry about how you will find your way around, how you will meet people and how you will make new friends. These things can make you feel anxious. Today, social expert Zhang Ying is here to tell you to relax because there are many ways to meet people and make new friends.  What will you do when you meet a new friend for the first time?  What will you do when you meet new neighbors?

2. visit their homes with a small gift; join a local club or activity group 3. be open and honest about yourself; ask him/her questions about himself/herself; actively listen to his/her words 4. join a local club or activity group 5. always be there for them; listen to what they have to say; be honest about yourself and your feelings

Step1 calling Teen Talk for advice personal problems

Read the leaflet about Teen Talk. Then complete the notes. 1. phone 2. True 3. False 4. teenager’s problems 5. advice

Listen to the tape and finish part B 1. have a problem and don’t know who to talk to, hope Teen Talk can help 2. have two very different friends; they don’t like each other 3. feel trapped and divided between the two, which to be friends

4. write a letter to each friend and explain how you are feeling; let them know you want the three of you to meet outside of school 5. write a letter, ask friends to meet at their favourite café on Saturday; talk and get to know each other better

Step2 discussing friendship with others Step2 discussing friendship with others Interview your classmates and complete the chart.

1. Friendship is an important part of my life. 2. A good friend must be honest, kind and have a sense of humor. 3. One or two good friends are better than 100 acquaintances. Discuss the following statements on friendship and decide whether you agree or disagree.

Agreeing  I agree with you…  I’m of the same opinion (as)…  That’s a good point.  That’s how I feel…  That’s right.  You’ve got a point.  Yes. And another reason is that… Disagreeing  I’m not sure that’s true.  I see things slightly differently.  I take your point, but…  That’s true, but…  I don’t agree. What about…  Perhaps you are mistaken.

1. Friendship is an important part of my life. 2. A good friend must be honest, kind and have a sense of humor. 3. One or two good friends are better than 100 acquaintances. Discuss the following statements on friendship and decide whether you agree or disagree.

Write a letter to your friend about what his/her friendship means to you.  Keep the ideas on Page 17 in mind when you write.  your feelings about friendship  your feelings about best friends  the quantities of a good friend  what makes a good friendship last