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Mdulo: INGLS III

UNIDAD: Tcnicas de lenguaje y desarrollo de vocabulario
APRENDIZAJE ESPERADO NO. 1

Intercambian informacin personal en variados contextos
profesionales y coloquiales con terceros, haciendo uso de
los esquemas gramaticales adecuados y adaptados al
grado de formalidad de la situacin particular en que se
encuentra.
1.1. Saying hello and goodbye

There are different ways to say hello or goodbye, depending on the level of formality. Here you have
some expressions:
FORMAL CONTEXT GREETINGS

Hello - Good morning Good afternoon Good evening (They depend on the time of the day)
FORMAL CONTEXT FAREWELLS

Good bye - It was nice meeting you / to meet you Stay in touch I hope to see you soon
E.g.:
A: Good morning, Mr. Thompson.
B: Good morning, Mrs. Kent. How are you today?
A: Im fine, thank you. What about you?
B: Im very well, thank you.
Dont forget that

In formal situations, we usually use
TITLES to refer to others.
Mr. Adams Mrs. Brown Miss Lopez
A: It was nice meeting you, Mr. Thompson.

B: Likewise, Mrs. Kent. Take care.
TITLES
Miss: Single woman
Mr.: Single or married man
Mrs.: Married woman

Ms.: Single or married
woman
INFORMAL CONTEXT GREETINGS

Hi Hey! Whats up? Hows it going?
INFORMAL CONTEXT FAREWELLS

Bye See you Talk to you later Catch up with you later Nice seeing you Take care
E.g.:
A: Hey, Ben!
B: Hey, Josh!
How are you doing?

In INFORMAL contexts it is not necessary to
use titles
Im doing great! And you?
A: Im great!
B: Im late, so catch up with you later.
A: Alright! Take care, Ben
ACTIVITIES
A. Write F (formal) or I (informal) next to each situation exposed:
1. Students greeting their teacher.
_____
2. A father greeting his son.
_____
3. Two classmates greeting before class.
_____
4. A secretary greeting her boss.
_____
5. You greeting your boy/girlfriend.
_____
6. A man greeting his wife.
_____
HELLO!
Hi
there!
Whats up?
Nice to see you!
B. Use the expressions from the box to create two short conversations, making distinction between a
formal and an informal situation. It is not necessary to use all of them.
HI
GOOD AFTERNOON
GOOD TO SEE YOU
TAKE CARE
IT IS NICE TO MEET YOU
STAY IN TOUCH
Formal Context
Informal Context
Taken from http://www.gauraw.com/5-things-learnt-making

-great-first-impression/
Taken from http://www.viscoimages.com/photo/114002Happy-grandson-hugging-grandma/
Formal context conversation

________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Informal context conversation

________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
1.2. Exchanging personal information

When you are interacting with someone for the first time and you want to know about his/her personal
information, there are several questions that can be of help:
Im sorry, whats your name?
It is Monica Cid.
Whats your last name?
Its Cid.
* What do people call you?
* They / People call me Monnie. (Everybody calls me)
* How do you spell your first name? M O N I C - A

Where are you from?
Im from Boston.
What is Boston like?
Its an old small city, and very cold in winter.
If you take a look at these questions and answers, all of them (except two, with an asterisk *) are
structured with the verb to be. Just as a reminder, the verb to be in the present has three forms,
according to the subject theyre used with.
HE
I
AM
SHE
YOU
IS
IT
WE
ARE
THEY
Structures with to be are very basic:

AFFIRMATIVE
NEGATIVE
INTERROGATIVE
I AM from Australia.
IM NOT Steven.
AM I at the right office?
He IS my best friend.
SheS NOT French.
IS your last name Medina?
They ARE my parents.
WeRE NOT students.
ARE you American?
1.3. Key questions when asking for specific information

WH- questions are the key ones when asking for specific information. These are the most used
ones:
WH- QUESTION
USE AND
EXAMPLES
WHAT?
Things (concrete or abstract)
WHO?
People (plural or singular)
WHERE?
Places
WHEN?
General time
WHY?
Reason
WHY are you so happy?

WHY is he at the office today?
HOW?
Manner
HOW are you?

HOW is she going home this week?
WHAT TIME?
Exact time
WHAT TIME is the meeting?

WHAT TIME are you coming back?
WHAT is your last name?

WHO are those people?
WHOs your English teacher?
WHERE are you from?
WHERE is your sister?
WHEN is your birthday?
WHEN are your parents leaving?
ACTIVITIES
A. Matt is a famous actor and is getting interviewed at The Ellen show. Circle the alternative that
best answers the question.
1. How are you, Matt?

a) I am an actor.
b) Im great, thanks.
c) Its nice to meet you.
Taken from http://mattdamoncolumn.livejournal.com/295403.html
2. What city are you from exactly?

a) Im Cambridge, Massachusetts.
b) Im American.
c) Im from Cambridge, Massachusetts.
3. Where do you like going on vacations?

a) In the winter, to ski.
b) For two months.
Taken from http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Damon
c) I like going to the mountains.
4. So when are you taking your vacations?
5. Who do you travel with?
a) I think in December.
a) Yes, I do.
b) At 10:30.
b) Generally with my wife and

daughters.
c) Im going with my wife.
c) We like going to the beach.
6. Are you currently filming any movies?
7. Why are you not filming now?
a) No, Im not.
a) I am very nice.
b) Yes, it is.
b) Because I want to rest.
c) Yes, were.
c) No, thank you.
8. What do you like to do in your free time?
9. It was very nice to meet you, Matt.
a) I like pizza and pasta.
a) Yeah, right.
b) I like writing and reading scripts.
b) Thanks, nice to meet you too.
c) Usually in the mornings.
c) Good morning, Ellen.
1.4. Exchanging others personal information

You also have to remember that when asking about other peoples information, you need to use
possessive adjectives. For example:
Whats your best friends name?
HIS name is Fernando.
Whats Patricias last name?
HER last name is Morales.
POSSESSIVE ADJECTIVES:
I
YOU
HE
SHE
IT
WE
THEY
MY
YOUR
HIS
HER
ITS
OUR
THEIR
ACTIVITIES
A. Complete these conversations with the corresponding questions, taking a look at the answers
given.
A: Good morning. Im here for the job interview.
B: Good morning. _______________________________________?
A: Im Brian Gonzalez.
B: _______________________________________?
A: G O N Z A L E Z.
B: Okay. _______________________________________?
A: No, Im not. Im from Puerto Varas.
Taken from
http://www.sagechildcare.edu.au/blog/presenting-yourselfat-an-interview-an-invaluable-checklist-for-first-timers-2/
B: Okay, Mr. Gonzalez. The manager will call you in a minute. You can take a seat.
B. Circle the alternative that corresponds to the correct possessive adjective in the conversations.
Taken from http://nicedecors.com/luxury-dog-houses-by-best-frienddesigns/
Taken from http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/moslive/article1304201/James-Caan-I-paid-car-house--wife-thought-I-mad.html
Jenny: Hi Anne! Is that (1) my / her / your dog?
Ben: Wow! What a great car!
Anne: Yes, it is. And that is (2) their / our / its

house.
James: Thanks. I bought it for (3) his / my / its

son.
Jenny: Nice!
Ben: Is it for (4) your / his / her birthday?

James: No, he graduated with honors from
university, so its a gift!
Taken from http://imgarcade.com/1/girl-reading-a-book/
Taken from http://kidsactivitiesblog.com/20266/10-for-20-worth-of-toys
Tanya: What are you reading, Sophie?
Mom: What are you doing, kids?
Sophie: Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling. I love (5)

her / their / your books!
Luke and Tom: We are playing with (8) his /

their / our toy cars mom.
Tanya: Whos (6) its / our / your favorite

character?
Mom: Mmm. Remember to put away (9) my /

its / your toys when you finish playing.
Sophie: Hermione and Ron. (7) Their / his / my

conversations always make me laugh!
Luke and Tom: Yes, mom!
1.5. Greetings around the world

People greet each other in varied ways in different countries and cultures. There are many factors
that influence greetings, like closeness and levels of formality. Some of the most common greetings
around the world are:
A BOW, in countries like China and Sri

Lanka.
Taken from http://www.thewestcoastreader.com/greetings/
A HANDSHAKE, in European and

American countries.
Taken from http://www.englishteacherneyra.com/2013/02/lesson01-greetings-and-farewells.html
A NOD, in countries like Hong Kong and

China.
Taken from http://www.thailandbuddy.com/culture/TheWai-Traditional-Greeting-Of-Thailand.html
A KISS ON THE CHEEK, in countries

like Spain and Chile.
Taken from http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article508016/Why-kiss-better-handshake-want-avoid-cold.html
A HUG, when there is a close relation

between people and they show
affection.
A PAT ON THE BACK, like in Latin

American countries when you want to be
friendly.
Taken from http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/freshblood-and-a-bloody-battle/2005/06/23/1119321853467.html
Taken from http://www.prophetpbuh.com/323402/salat-eid-alfitr-1433-2012-in-hammamet-tunisia
1.6. Limiting information using closed questions

Closed questions are used to limit the answer of the person youre speaking with. In this case, lets
see how they work with the verb TO BE.
ARE you Steven Lock?
Yes, I AM. / No, IM NOT. Im Charles Fowl.
IS Ms. Osorio your English teacher?
Yes, she IS. / No, sheS NOT. My English teacher is Mr. Liu.
Activity
A. Answer these closed questions, adding the correct information when necessary.
1. Is your last name Gutirrez?
___________________________________________.
2. Are you and your family from Via?
___________________________________________.
3. Is La Serena in the first region?
___________________________________________.
4. Are all your friends Chilean?
___________________________________________.
5. Is your English teacher Brazilian?
___________________________________________.
READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITY No. 1
Tips for business travelers
Business travelers heading to other countries should definitely be aware that not everything is the same whether it's the currency, the time zone, or the culture. In this article, we explore some specific tips and
recommendations for avoiding cultural problems while on a business trip or while traveling in other countries.
1. Show respect: The most important of the global etiquette tips is to show respect for what is
important to another person and his or her culture.
2. Strike a balance: Find the comfortable middle ground between your culture and that which
you're visiting or working with.
3. Learn the rules and laws: Don't think that you can simply do things "your way" without any
consideration for important cultural differences.
4. Know your geography: There is nothing more embarrassing than not knowing the exact location
of the country you are visiting or the locality of its neighboring countries.
5. Mind your manners: What is polite in one culture may not be considered so in another, so know
your manners
forand
theadapted
countries
you visit.
Retrieved
from: http://businesstravel.about.com/od/resources/a/Travel-Expert-Interview-Cultural-Gaps-Part2.htm
6. Learn the protocol: Since professional protocol varies from culture to culture, you'll want to
learn the expected protocol for the cultures with whom you work.
7. Know how to address people: The practice of using first names, last names, titles, university
degrees, or religious designations varies from country to country.
8. Learn a few native words and the correct pronunciations: It's always polite to know a few
words in the other cultures language.
9. Clearly enunciate and speak slower: Speak clearly and slightly slowerabout 20 percent
slowerwhen communicating across linguistic borders.
10. Be careful with humor: Every culture appreciates humor and a good joke. However, some
jokes don't translate very well between cultures.
11. Know the appropriate greetings: Greetings are as diverse as the cultures themselves. There
are handshakes, kisses, hugs, and bowsand they come in all shapes and sizes.
And last, but not least, one more piece of advice for business travelers heading off to a new
culture: Enjoy yourself! Do your homework, then relax and connect at the human culture level. If
you enjoy doing business with or visiting other cultures, they are likely to enjoy the same with you.
Retrieved and adapted from: http://businesstravel.about.com/od/resources/a/Travel-Expert-Interview-Cultural-Gaps-Part2.htm
1. Is it good to speak at a normal speed when youre talking to someone from a different culture?
Why?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. Why is it important to look at a map before traveling to another country?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. How would you greet and welcome a Japanese businessman who is visiting your workplace?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. What advice would you give to a Saudi company manager coming for business to Chile?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Intercambian
informacin
relacionada
con
rutinas
profesionales y de tiempo libre con terceros, adaptando el

registro
las
estructuras
lxicas
gramaticales
apropiados a la situacin comunicativa laboral o coloquial

especfica en la que se encuentra
2.1. Jobs
There are an immense number of different and varied jobs and professions.
A. Complete this table with the vocabulary in the box and other terms you have seen in class or that
you can remember from previous English classes:
FLIGHT ATTENDANT - RADIO ANNOUNCER - MASSAGE THERAPIST - TOUR GUIDE
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER - COOK - WAITER - MUSICIAN - VET - ACTOR ACCOUNTANT - GRAPHIC DESIGNER PARAMEDIC SOUS CHEF - HOUSEKEEPER
Office work
Food service
Hospitality
services
Entertainment
Business
Health
2.2. Jobs responsibilities and workplaces.

To describe a jobs responsibilities, we are going to use the Simple Present Tense.
Dont forget that
The Simple Present tense is formed by the Subject + the action or verb + the
complement. If the subject is he / she / it, the verb takes an s at the end.
I work in an office.
Alice works in a studio.
For example:
A nurse takes care of patients in a hospital.
A salesperson sells different products in a store.
ACTIVITIES
A. Look at the people in the pictures and write sentences following the example:
A teacher teaches students in a school.

A professor teaches students in college.
Taken from http://www.bet.com/news/national/2012/04/30/fight-theextinction-of-the-black-male-teacher.html
Hotel receptionist
Journalist
Taken from https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/advice/planning/

jobprofiles/Pages/HotelReceptionist.aspx
Taken from http://nypost.com/2010/04/12/erin-andrews-dancingdrama/
1. ______________________________________
________________________________________
2. _____________________________________
_______________________________________
Architect
Taken from http://sp.depositphotos.com/5305858/stockphoto-architect-with-his-project.html
3. ______________________________________
________________________________________
Nurse
Taken from http://furtheralongtheroad.com/long-take-becomenurse/
Firefighter
Taken from http://opobnews.com/paul-coulson-went-fromseeking-fireman-to-dj-for-skyhigh-radio/
4. ____________________________________
______________________________________
Fashion Designer
Taken from http://www.dreamstime.com/royalty-free-stockphotography-fashion-designer-working-home-image29398117
5. ______________________________________
________________________________________
6. _____________________________________
_______________________________________
Taxi (cab) driver
Flight Attendant
Taken from http://www.friedmanarchives.com/NYC/pages/NY.htm
7. ______________________________________
________________________________________
Taken from http://miragesdreamylife.wordpress.com/2013/11/02aflight-attendant/
8. _____________________________________
_______________________________________
2.3. Asking about jobs.

When we want to know about a persons job, there are some Wh- questions that can be useful:
WHAT do you DO?
Im a receptionist.
WHERE do you WORK?
I work in a hotel.
WHAT do you DO, exactly?
Well, I help guests with their check-in and check-out.
WHAT does Martn DO?
Hes a mechanic.
WHERE does he WORK?
He works in a garage.
HOW does he LIKE his job?
He loves it!
ACTIVITIES
A. Complete these conversations with the correct questions.

1.
A: Hi, Sarah! How are you doing?
B: Hi, Ben! Im great, just a little tired, I just finished work.
A: Really? _________________________________?
B: Im a ballet dancer.
Taken from
http://balletnews.co.uk/introducing-theroyal-ballets-newest-dancer-patricia-zhou/
A: Wow! I didnt know that!! It sounds amazing! And _______________________________?

B: I work at the City Theater, right across this restaurant.
A: And _________________________________? I mean, I know you dance ballet.
B: Yes, I dance ballet for a company. We present our work in different cities, so we travel a lot. We
rehearse our presentations every day, and then we travel through the country.
2.
A: Sorry I couldnt call you earlier, I was helping my brother with some work.
B: Why? _________________________________?
A: Hes a computer programmer, so sometimes I help him with little things.
B: And _________________________________?
A: He works in Cencosud, in the IT Department.
B: It has to be very difficult then. _________________________________?
Taken from
http://www.do2learn.com/JobTIPS/DeterminingInter
ests/JobDescriptions/ComputerProgrammer.html
A: No, he doesnt like it at all. He says he never has time for lunch or to talk to anybody! Hes
actually looking for another job.
2.4. Describing daily routines.
When we describe our or someone elses daily routine, time expressions can help us indicate time,
day, duration or other time periods in which we do different activities.
The most common and used time expressions are:
AT
when we want to specify the TIME at which we do something.

E.g.
I get up AT seven oclock.

Sam has lunch AT two PM every day.
We also use AT when we refer to the night.

I never study AT NIGHT.
ON
when we want to specify the DAY on which we do something.

E.g.
I get up AT seven oclock ON Saturdays.

Evelyn takes yoga lessons ON Tuesdays and Thursdays.
We also use ON when we refer to groups of days, like WEEKENDS or

WEEKDAYS.
My parents and I have lunch together ON weekends, but never ON weekdays.
IN
when we want to specify the MOMENT OF THE DAY in which we do something.

E.g.
I go to school IN the morning.

Beth rides her bike IN the evenings.
AROUND
when we are not sure of the time at which we or other people- do

something.
E.g.
Sebastian takes the bus AROUND five oclock IN the afternoon ON

weekdays. (Maybe he takes it at four forty-five or five twenty sometimes)
EARLY / LATE when we are not specific about the time at which we do something, we just
give general information.
E.g.
I usually go to the gym EARLY ON weekends, AROUND eight oclock.

My friends get up LATE on Saturdays, call them later.
BEFORE / AFTER when we want to refer to events in a sequence with others.

E.g.
I watch the news BEFORE going to bed (First, I watch the news. When I
finish, I go to bed). = sequence!
Tom takes a shower AFTER breakfast. (First, he has breakfast. When he
finishes, he takes a shower.) = sequence!
UNTIL when we want to specify when an activity finishes.

E.g.
I work UNTIL 6:30PM ON weekdays, but ON Saturdays I work UNTIL 5PM.
ACTIVITIES
A. Read Theresas description of her daily routine and complete with the correct TIME
EXPRESSION.
I usually get up ________ 6:30 ________ the morning

________ weekdays. I take a shower, and ________ the
shower I get dressed and prepare my breakfast. Then I feed
my cat, I do the dishes and I get ready to go to work. I take
the subway ________ 7:45AM (it depends on the day!),
and Im on the train ________ 8 oclock. Its not very
comfortable, but Its really fast ________ ________ the
morning! I get to the office ________ 8:15PM. I usually
check my email and solve the most urgent issues ________
10AM. ________ that, I can dedicate time to the most
important things. I have lunch with some friends from
work, _______ 1PM. Its just one hour for lunch!
________ lunch, I work ________ 6:30PM.
Taken from:
http://www.lisaharrispantryblog.com/2014/02/
12/what-kind-of-yoga-is-best-for-you/
Im taking yoga lessons now, they start ________ 7PM.

Theyre very relaxing and perfect ________ a stressful day
at work and _______ a wonderful restful sleep.
B. Now, write about YOUR daily routine. You can include the weekend if you have fixed activities to
do! Use the expressions between parentheses.
1. __________________________________________________________________ (around / on)
2. __________________________________________________________________ (at / before)
3. __________________________________________________________________ (in / after)
4. __________________________________________________________________ (late / until)
5. __________________________________________________________________ (early / on)
Organization for routine haters

A. Before reading, look up some vocabulary. You can use a dictionary, an online dictionary (we
suggest www.wordreference.com) or an electronic translator:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
accomplished
goal
realize
schedule
willpower
though
struggle
carefree
enhance
: __________________________ / adj.
: __________________________ / noun
: __________________________ / verb
: __________________________ / noun
: __________________________ / noun
: __________________________ / conj.
: __________________________ / verb
: __________________________ / adj.
: __________________________ / verb
B. Now, read and answer the questions below.

Start Small
People who hate routines or have a difficult time instituting a routine sometimes try to start a
routine that is rigid. They think that such a routine will help them to get a lot accomplished
during the day. In reality though, these types of routines rarely work. Instead of trying to
change your entire daily routine, start with something small. If you have a difficult time getting
to work on time, simply set your alarm clock 15 minutes earlier. You don't need to get up a 5:00
a.m., just a few minutes earlier. Starting with a small routine will make it easier to stick to it.
Prioritize
If you have trouble setting a routine, maybe you also struggle with your time management.
Those who hate routines usually like to live a carefree lifestyle. However, they often struggle
getting everything done. Prioritize your time by making a list of the things that you need to
accomplish during the day. Number the items on the list by one, two, three and so on. Work on
the first item on the list and then the second. As you work your way down the list, you will
accomplish the most important things without instituting a rigid routine.
Stay True to Yourself
Not every person is able to make and keep a rigid routine. Some individuals work best when
they run on a very strict schedule. Other individuals work better when on a more flexible
schedule. Whatever your work style, it is important to stay true to yourself. Instead of trying to
change your style into something that it is not, find ways to enhance your style.
Routines seem to run the world.

Whether it is catching the subway or making it to work on time, we all have specific routines.
Many people feel that a routine can help them to get more accomplished; ultimately making
them happier. Not all people like routines or are able to work within a strict routine. There
are a few things that help this type of people accomplish their goals.
Rethink the Word "Routine"
Everyone has some type of routine, whether they realize it or not. Most people think of a
routine as a stuffy schedule that requires a lot of willpower to stick to it. However, routines
are a part of daily life. Most people prefer to eat the same thing for breakfast, they brush their
teeth before bed and watch T.V. at the same time during the day. A routine doesn't have to be
difficult to keep; it just has to be something that you do at a specified time each day or week.
Taken from http://alphamom.com/parenting/baby/canyour-babys-bedtime-routine-be-too-rigid/
Retrieved and adapted from: http://www.ehow.com/info_8318430_solutions-people-hate-routines.html
1. How can you do your work punctually using priorities?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. Is routine only related to the activities we do at work?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. Do you struggle with routines? Why?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. What advice would you give to someone whos just starting a new job and has problems sticking to
routines?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Interactan con terceros en
situaciones comunicativas
generadas en el contexto de una transaccin comercial,

haciendo
uso
de
los
componentes
lingsticos
discursivos apropiados.
3.1. Talking about numbers

Numbers are an important component in the commercial area. Whether they refer to the amount of
products you require or to give prices, you need to know them well to avoid confusion or mistakes.
Lets remember numbers in tens, and then what happens from ninety-nine up:
20 twenty
100 one hundred
30 thirty
200 two hundred
40 forty
1.000 one thousand
50 fifty
3.000 three thousand
60 sixty
100.000 one hundred thousand
70 seventy
1.000.000 one million
80 eighty
90 ninety
With larger quantities we follow the same order:
1. 1 50
One thousand one hundred and fifty
Other examples
137 one hundred thirty seven

15.375 fifteen thousand three hundred and seventy five
1.500.000 one million five hundred thousand
ACTIVITIES
A. Write these numbers with words:
a) 3,500
___________________________________________________
b) 18,672
___________________________________________________
c) 230,700
___________________________________________________
d) 911,045
___________________________________________________
e) 1,500,000
___________________________________________________
3.2. Stores and their products

There are a number of different stores we visit every day, to buy the necessary things for our daily
lives. Here you have the most common ones and the products we can buy there:
Supermarket Nowadays, a supermarket has almost anything we may need. The most
important products there are fruit, vegetables and groceries (like milk, bread, rice, cereal,
etc.), but we can also find the most varied products like cleaning and personal hygiene
products, office products, cat and dog food, prepared food to take home and even televisions
and all kinds of media players.
Taken from:
http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2011/se
p/30/peoples-panel-supermarket-wars
Grocery Store We can say that grocery stores are the predecessors of supermarkets. In
grocery stores you can buy fruit, vegetables and groceries.
Taken from:
http://thehotandhealthy.com/2012/03/22/grocerystore-rule-of-thumb/
Department Store
In these stores you can find mainly clothes, perfumes, home
furniture, and electrical appliance. Sometimes they also offer books, CDs and DVDs, and
objects for home decoration. Department stores are usually located in shopping centers and
malls, or downtown where most people can visit them.
Taken from:
http://www.kaedejun.com/2012/05/busanadventures/
Shoe Store
As the word says, in these stores you can buy shoes. Sometimes they also
offer accessories like belts, bags, jewelry and clothing especially socks and scarves.
Taken from:
http://retaildesignblog.net/2012/06/17/shoe-storeseve-milano-shoe-store-by-onekee-s-r-l-rivarolocanavese-italy/
Stationery Store In these stores you can buy anything you need for your office work or for
your home desk. Notebooks, envelops, staplers, push-pins, markers, color pencils, and
more. In Chile, famous stationery stores are Lpiz Lpez and Librera Nacional.
Taken from:
http://gardenroutedirectory.com/garden-routedirectory/george-directory-garden-routedirectory/diskonto/
Hardware Stores In these stores you can find household hardware for home improvement,
like fasteners, hand tools, power tools, keys, locks, hinges, chains, plumbing and electrical
supplies, cleaning products, lawn and garden products, etc. The most famous hardware
store chain in the world is The Home Depot, and in Chile good examples are Easy and
Sodimac.
Taken from:
http://activerain.com/blogsview/3474977/wiltonhardware-store-coming-to-wilton-ct-06897-
Drugstore In these stores you can find mainly medicines, but nowadays you can also buy
miscellaneous items there like candy, cosmetics, cleaning supplies, magazines and
refreshments. In some of them you can also find baby food and all kind of supplies for baby
care, and dietary supplements.
Taken from:
http://www.caraipm.com.au/display.asp?entityid=4420
ACTIVITIES
A. Describe the following stores and explain what you can buy in them
a) A clothing store
: ________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
b) A music store
: ________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
c) A bakery
: ________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
d) A candy shop
: ________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
e) A butchers
: ________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
3.3. Shopping
When we are shopping and we want to know the price of a product, we have to make the difference
between products that are grammatically singular, and those that are grammatically plural.
In the case of singular nouns, we ask for prices as in this
example:
A: Good morning, sir. HOW MUCH IS the magazine?
B: ITS five dollars.
In the case of plural nouns, the question changes to:
Taken from
http://pauleannareid.com/?attachment_id=10015
A: Excuse me, HOW MUCH ARE the jeans over there?

B: THEYRE sixty dollars and twenty-five cents.
3.4. Closeness
When we are shopping and we want to specify a product we are seeing in the shop windows, inside a
cabinet or behind the counter, we can use demonstratives.
If the product is close to you, you can use THIS for singular and THESE for plural. For example:
Laura : I love THIS scarf! What do you think?

Sandra : Its beautiful, and you look great in orange!
Laura is referring to one piece of clothing that is
close to her, shes actually touching it.
Taken from
Ihttp://www.ehow.com/slideshow_12217566_resolv
e-buy-smarter-secrets-spotting-highqualityclothing.html#slide=5
Martha
: How much are THESE dresses?
Salesperson
: Theyre 20 dollars each.
Martha is asking about two pieces of clothing that

are close to her, shes actually holding both dresses.
Taken from:
http://www.ehow.com/slideshow_12217566_resolve
-buy-smarter-secrets-spotting-highqualityclothing.html#slide=1
If the product or article is far from you, you can use THAT for singular and THOSE for plural. For
example:
Brenda
: Look at THAT jacket! Its great!
Samantha
: Yes, it is. How much is it?
Brenda is referring to a jacket that is behind the shop

window, its not close to her as in previous examples.
Taken from http://quizlet.com/9002108/pasatiemposrevised-1-30-flash-cards/
Bianca : Wow! THOSE earrings are amazing!

Sarah : Shall I buy them for you, as a present?
Theyll look pretty on you.
Bianca and Sarah are referring to earrings behind the

shop window, theyre not close to them.
Taken from:
http://www.joyeriasaneloy.com/eventos.html
3.5. Avoiding unnecessary repetition

Sometimes its unnecessary to repeat the subject when you and your interlocutor know what you are
talking about. For example, you can ask about the price of a sweater, but you dont need to repeat
sweater every time you refer to it:
Example of repetition:
A: Good morning, sir. How much is that sweater over there?
B: Which sweater? The red sweater?
A: No, the black sweater.
B: Oh, the black sweater is $28. Do you want to try the black sweater on?
A: Mmm, no, thanks. I think the black sweater is too expensive so Im not taking the
sweater.
To avoid this annoying repetition of the word sweater, we can use PRONOUNS. Sometimes we
can replace sweater by the personal pronoun IT. (Do you want to try IT on? / I think ITs too
expensive, so Im not taking IT).
In other cases, we can replace the word sweater by the pronoun ONE (The red ONE? / No, the
black ONE.) We use ONE because we are talking about a singular noun.
E.g.
A: Id like to see that blue scarf, please.

B: Which ONE (scarf)? The silk ONE (scarf)?
A: Yes, that ONE (scarf). Thanks.
If were talking about a plural noun, instead of ONE we use ONES.

E.g.
A: Excuse me, how much are those sunglasses?

B: Which ONES? The black ONES?
A: No, the brown ONES over there.
ACTIVITIES
A. Rewrite these sentences, using the word ONE or ONES to avoid repetition:
1. I prefer the black jeans, because the blue jeans are too typical. I think Im going to buy the
black jeans. How much are the black jeans?
__________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
2. Which necklace do you think is more beautiful, the gold necklace or the silver necklace? The
gold necklace is way too expensive, but its very elegant. And the silver necklace is cheap,
but I dont like it very much. Should I choose the gold or the silver necklace?
__________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
3. Sue is at the mall, buying a new bag. I hope she buys the big bag we saw yesterday,
because its bigger and more beautiful than the small bag. Besides, the big bag is cheap; the
small bag is far too expensive.
__________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
B. Complete these short conversations with: THIS / THAT / THESE / THOSE and ONE / ONES,
accordingly.
1. Mom: Look at __________ beautiful shoes!
Daughter: Mmm the black __________?
I dont like them, mom.
Mom: No, I meant the red ____________.
Daughter: Im not sureI prefer __________
over there, the brown _____________.
Taken from http://es.shopify.com/blog/12834989-guiainfalible-para-la-creacion-de-vitrinas-que-acaparan-laatencion-y-atraen-clientes#axzz3LYUweTU8
Mom: Theyre nice too. Lets see the price first.
2. Daniela: I dont know what dress to buy! Im

not sure if I like _____________ turquoise dress
or the fuchsia ____________ more.
Salesperson: Difficult decision. What about
another color? We have a blue ______________
and a red _____________, in the same type.
Daniela: I want to see ____________ red
______________ over there.
Taken from http://whattefun.com/page/2/
Salesperson: Alright.
3.6. Describing products

When you want to specify which product or article you are talking about, you can give different
characteristics that can identify it from the rest. Saying which material it is made of can be a good
alternative. Of course, colors and textures are also good features, especially when the options are
varied and numerous.
Materials.
This is a leather belt.
Taken from:
http://www.orionleathercompany.com
/35mm-Tan-Leather-Belt-WithNatural-Edgep/35mmhtanrawedge6042govblk.htm
This is a wool jacket.
Taken from:
http://www.retrotogo.com/2008/12/1930
s-style-gen.html
This is a gold ring.
Taken from:
http://www.image4world.com/vb/showth
read.php?t=1612
These are silver earrings.
Taken from
http://www.quazoo.com/q/Earring
This is a silk scarf.
Taken from
http://crochetascarf.com/purple-longsilk-neck-scarf-womens-neckscarves-my-scarf-shop/
This is a plastic bracelet.
These are rubber boots.
Taken from
https://www.pinterest.com/beadsplastic/
beads-plastic-bracelet/
Taken from http://rubberboots.info/
This is a denim bag.
These are polyester pants.
Taken from
http://www.notlie.com/blue-womendenim-handbags-with-tassel-trims-p861.html
Taken from
http://www.rustyzipper.com/shop.cfm
?viewpartnum=221900
Patterns.
This is a checked skirt.
This is a flowery dress.
Taken from
http://www.polyvore.com/black_red_p
laid_skirt/thing?id=54607102
Taken from http://dont-walk-naked2.blogspot.com/2013/04/floraldress.html
These are patterned leggings.
Taken from
http://stillglamorus.blogspot.com/2012/0
4/how-to-wear-patterned-leggings.html
This is a plain shirt.
This is a spotted sneaker.
Taken from
http://www.gibbsmenswear.co.uk/shir
ts-c18/eterna-redline-contrast-collarplain-shirt-p172
Taken from
http://www.lyst.com/shoes/lanvinbasket-basse-spotted-sneaker-black/
This is a striped sweater.
Taken from http://blog.gifts.com/gifttrends/steal-of-the-day-designerinspired-striped-sweater
3.7. Specifying a products description

When describing an article or product, there is a specific order you have to follow with adjectives.
You dont need to use them all actually its strange to use more than two or three adjectives to
describe something-, but its important to respect the order when specifying information:
Opinion
Size
Shape / Texture
Age
Colour
Nationality
Material
Retrieved and adapted from: http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/en/english-grammar/adjectives/order-adjectives
These are some examples:
I love my round new yellow leather bag!

(3)
(4)
(5)
(7)
Taken from
http://www.sweetcouch.com/womens/15789
How much are those nice small Chinese dolls?

(1)
(2)
(6)
Taken from
http://www.ajpanda.com/Ni-Hao-KaiLan-Super-Emotions-Doll-p/td96059.htm
ACTIVITIES
A. Complete these conversations giving three characteristics for each item. Then, write the prices
with words.
1.
Excuse me, maam. How much is that
__________ ___________ _____________
blouse over there?
Sonia:
Saleslady: A bargain! Its ___________________.
$15
Taken from
http://myfashionfavourites.com/clothing/tops.html
$48,75
2.
Good evening. How much are those

____________ ___________ sneakers over
there?
Benjamin:
Salesman: Theyre _______________________.

Taken from http://hypebeast.com/2009/8/ymc-stripedplimsole-canvas-shoe
3
$23
Taken from
http://www.thisnext.com/browse
/floral/skirts/spring/
$17,25
Hello, what size is that _____________

_______________ skirt? Its very colorful.
Tanya:
Its standard, and its only

______________________. What size do you
need?
Salesman:
MmmI need an L size. What about

this __________________ ________________
________________ one? It looks bigger.
Tanya:
Yes, that is an L size. Its also on sale,

only __________________________.
Salesman:
Taken from http://www.ebay.com/itm/Candy-ColorWomens-Stretch-Waist-Plain-Skater-Flared-PleatedMini-Skirt-New-/221362531996
Tanya: Great. Ill take it.

As you read, underline the words you dont know and then look them up. Then, read the text again
and answer the questions below.
Modern Shopping
Shopping practices have changed a great deal

from the old days of the barter system. In the
past, if people needed an item, they would often
simply exchange something they already had for
the thing they wanted. Nowadays our society has
become very consumer-oriented and the
opportunities for shopping are endless.
Taken from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shopping
Department stores are large stores that carry a very wide range of goods such as clothing,
furniture, household items, cosmetics, toys, etc. These stores usually consist of several floors and
often occupy a large downtown city block or a large amount of space in a suburban shopping mall.
They are often part of a chain of stores that are located throughout the country.
Grocery stores are primarily food stores, but they also carry many non-food items such as
cleaning and bath supplies, paper goods, small kitchen utensils, and small hardware items, etc.
Grocery stores are primarily located in residential areas.
Convenience stores such as 7-Eleven sell common food items, newspapers, magazines, candy,
etc. These kinds of stores are usually open seven days a week and often twenty-four hours a day.
Their prices are usually higher than traditional grocery stores and they have much less variety of
goods, but they are very popular because of their convenient locations and hours of operation.
Drugstores in the U.S. sell many items besides medicine. You will usually find cosmetics, health
and beauty supplies, paper goods, books, magazines, soft drinks and candy.
Big box stores or wholesale clubs are becoming increasingly popular nowadays. These large
discount stores resemble warehouses. They carry a huge amount of merchandise including
groceries, household items, electronic equipment, etc. Most of the food items are sold in large
quantities. You often have to buy a yearly membership to shop in these kinds of stores.
Catalogue shopping, Internet Shopping and shopping channels on television are becoming
very popular nowadays. However, many consumers are still reluctant to purchase goods in this
manner. Some people prefer to buy certain products such as clothing in person so they can try it
on to see that it fits. Other shoppers are afraid to give their credit card numbers over the Internet,
so still prefer to shop in traditional stores. Books, CDs and tickets to concerts or airline tickets are
very popular purchases on the Internet.
Boutiques are small stores that usually specialize in particular goods such as clothing or giftware
and they often carry more unusual and more expensive products.
Boutiques are small stores that usually specialize in particular goods such as clothing or giftware
and they often carry more unusual and more expensive products.
Second-hand stores or consignment stores and garage sales sell used items and are very
popular for those shoppers who are interested in finding good bargains.
Wherever you shop, always be sure to ask about the stores return policy. Most large department
stores allow customers to exchange or return items for a full refund if the product is unsatisfactory
or if you simply change your mind about the purchase, as long as you have not used or worn the
item. Some small stores allow exchanges only, but not refunds. Others may give credit notes for
the returned item. They will give you a piece of paper that will allow you to make another purchase
in their store for the same amount as the returned item. Most small stores do not allow returns or
exchanges on sale items.
Credit cards and easy financing have made it possible for shoppers to buy many items even if
they do not have the money available. Many retailers advertise, Buy now, Pay later or No down
payment and no payments for 12 months. Unfortunately, the ability to get easy financing often
causes people to spend much more than they can really afford. Before you make your next
purchase, think about the following advice: You can always sleep better on an old bed that is paid
for than on a new one that isnt.
Retrieved and adapted from: http://esllibrary.weebly.com//2/1/7/8/2178024/shopping.pdf
1. What are the newest and most popular forms of shopping nowadays?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. Whats the message or advice in the final phrase: You can always sleep better on an old bed that
is paid for than on a new one that isnt?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. Do you ever shop online? Why?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. What do you think about credit cards? Do you think theyre useful?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Argumentan sus opciones y preferencias en
situaciones
situadas
en
acadmicos,
comunicativas
variados
haciendo
orales
contextos
uso
de
escritas
laborales
esquemas
gramaticales y lxicos segn las necesidades

sociolingsticas correspondientes.
4.1. Adjectives to describe articles or products

We already saw adjectives that can help us identify an article or product among others in commercial
contexts. They were related to material, texture and color. However, there are many other adjectives
that can help us describe an object when were shopping:
Stylish / fashionable / trendy very popular right now.

Classic traditional, always stylish.
Cheap that costs little money.
Expensive that costs a lot of money.
Reasonable that is moderate in price
Perfect
Ugly
Casual informal wear.

Formal / Informal
Large / Medium / Small
dull
New / Old
Good
boring
Comfortable / uncomfortable
Practical functional, useful.
Attractive
Light / Heavy
Baggy / tight
Nice
Warm
Taken from http://witnesswell.net/2013/11/27/why-fear-is-thenumber-one-cause-for-rejecting-the-promises-of-god/
4.2 Making comparisons

When you want to compare two different products or articles, you have to use the comparative form
of adjectives. The structure is as follows:
SHORT ADJECTIVES
To compare two elements using a short adjective, you just have to add ER at the end of the word
and separate both elements with THAN.
Tom
Karen
E.g.: Tom is tall and Karen is short.

Tom is taller THAN Karen.
Other examples of short adjectives:
Taken from
http://www.heightceleb.info/2011/06/short-womenmore-successful-with-men.html
Nice
Long
Big
Large
Cheap
Short
New
Old
Special cases are the adjectives good, bad and far, whose comparative forms dont follow this
rule:
GOOD
BETTER
BAD
WORSE
FAR
FARTHER
ADJECTIVES ENDING IN Y
Adjectives that have two syllables ending with y change the y to i and add er.
E.g.: That red dress is pretty

The red dress is prettier THAN the
green one.
Other examples of adjectives ending in y.
Easy
Lovely
Messy
Taken from http://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/archive/fallfashion-tip-green/
Nerdy
Ugly
LONG ADJECTIVES
To compare two elements using a long adjective, you just have to put the word MORE before the
adjective, and separate both elements with THAN.
$47
E.g.: Those high heels are

expensive.
The white high heels are

more expensive THAN the
brown ones.
$135
Taken from
Taken from
http://superwedding.net/wedding-shoes-for-bride- http://rocknrollbride.blogspot.com/2012/03/look288/attachment/294/
at-season-most-expensive-shoes.html
Other examples of long adjectives

Comfortable
Uncomfortable
Beautiful
Useful
Modern
Attractive
Take a look at these conversations:

1. Mei and Paola are in the ladies dress department.
Mei
: How do you think I look in this dress?
Paola : I think it looks great, but you should buy the silver
dress. It makes you look younger.
Mei
: Younger is good. OK! Ill get it.
2. Now theyre looking at jackets.

Mei
Taken from http://financesonline.com/women-billionaires-and8-products-that-made-them-successful/
: What do you think of this jacket?
Paola : Its nice, but I like the gray one. It makes you look more professional.
Mei
: Then, this jacket is perfect for work. Ill buy it!
ACTIVITIES
A. Complete each short conversation with the comparative form of the appropriate adjectives in the
box.
STYLISH SMALL FORMAL LARGE WARM - FRESH
1.
A: Look at this red scarf!
Its so beautiful!
B: Yeah, but think this orange one is _______________.

A: Mmm youre right.
2.
I cant afford the red one.
A: Do you think I should buy these jeans?
They are perfect!
B: I think so, they are definitely _______________ the blue ones, which is great because its
getting very cold these days.

A: Youre right and I love them!
3.
A: Do you like this shirt? Its for my dad.

B: Well, you have to admit that youre dad isnt very thin, so
I would buy a _______________
shirt, maybe an L size?

A: OK, Ill do that.
He can change it anyways.
B. Look at the pictures and make comparisons using the adjectives you consider appropriate.
Cowboy hat
Wool hat
1. ______________________________
________________________________
________________________________
Taken from
http://supahhats.wordpress.com/a
bout-me-2/cowboy-hats/
Taken from
http://linksonjack.com/woolhat/#.VIn6qWZ3vMw
Bathing shorts
Bermuda shorts
Taken from
http://www.wearyourbeer.com/coron
a-extra-racer-navy-swim-shorts-p856.html
Taken from
https://community.bukalapak.com
/s/mgnzv7/tetep_chic_dan_casua
l_dengan_sweatshirt
2. ______________________________
________________________________
________________________________
Denim jacket
Leather jacket
3. ____________________________
______________________________
_______________________________
Taken from
http://www.theoutnet.com/product/R
13/Distressed-denim-jacket/212023
Taken from
http://www.isabellaoliver.com/pregn
ancy-style/?attachment_id=2489
4.3 Making decisions

When you want express your preference for an article or product, you can use comparatives.
For example:
A: Which hat do you prefer, the blue one or the black one?
B: I prefer the black one. It looks warmer.
A: Which coat do you like more, the flowery coat or the denim one?
B: I like the flowery coat more. Its trendier.
A: Which curtains do you like better, the striped black and white ones or the plain red ones?
B: I like the plain red curtains better. Theyre more stylish.
ACTIVITIES
A. Which one(s) do you like better? Write about your preferences according to the pictures with
complete sentences and giving a reason why you prefer it.
Canvas Sneakers
Taken from http://www.fanpop.com/clubs/converseshoes/images/24841912/title/red-converse-all-starsneakers-photo
Basketball Sneakers
Taken from
http://www.eukicks.com/category/basketball/
1. ____________________________________________________________________
Ferrari
Taken from
http://www.motorpasion.com/ferrari/ferrari-laferrarilimitado-a-499-unidades-y-ya-tiene-1-000-pedidos
Bentley
Taken from
http://www.larevueautomobile.com/photos_Bentley_Contine
ntal-Supersports_image
2. __________________________________________________________________________
Silver earrings
Taken from
http://www.professionaljeweller.com/article-8844-shofine-jewellery-to-unveil-gemstone-collections/
Diamond earrings
Taken from
http://www.myjewelrybox.com/?section=item&itemID
=15573
3. ___________________________________________________________________________
B. Read each pair of alternatives and decide which option you like better. Then, write sentences
giving your opinion, using comparatives and the appropriate adjectives.
1. A T-shirt / a shirt
_________________________________________________________
2. A coat / a nylon anorak _______________________________________________________

3. A laptop / a tablet
________________________________________________________
4. Jeans / sports pants _________________________________________________________

As you read, underline the main ideas of each paragraph. Then, think of a sub-title for each of them.
E-shopping or online shopping simply means shopping via the Internet. An example is the
integrated online shopping-cart system that allows the user to order directly over the Web. Then,
there is the online shopping-cart system that allows the user to generate an order form to be sent to
the merchant via fax or snail-nail.
Today, many people are taking advantage of this convenient way of shopping. However, together
with this luxury of convenience, new concerns on information security have emerged, with online
frauds or cyber crimes being one of the biggest threats.
To make e-shopping safer, here are some tips: First, choose e-shopping sites that are well-known
or provide trusted services like Amazon.com as these sites "put their name on the line". When in
doubt, always check out the merchant website. Contact someone there who can verify the
company's privacy policy for you before you make a purchase. Ask if they will send you a
catalogue. If they do not list phone numbers and only have an e-mail address, you have to be
careful.
Before typing in your credit card information, look for the "plural URL." That is, when you go to the
site's checkout page, the "http" in the URL should change to "https." A closed padlock or key should
also appear on the page, letting you know your personal information will be encrypted or scrambled.
if you don't see either of these "locked" icons or a change in the URL, log out and shop elsewhere.
Even if you see a proof of encryption, such as the plural URL, you should not equate that with the
site's trustworthiness. To verify the site's trustworthiness, call the company to ask about its privacy
policy.
You have found a trustworthy site with a secure checkout page. Now you are ready to pay. With
what do you pay? Cheque, money order, debit card or credit card? Experts say credit cards are the
safest method for online purchases as most credit cards have protection on them. Even if someone
rips you off, you can dispute the charge. Secondly, by using a credit card, it is not just your money
on the line but also the creditor's. If you have a problem with your transaction, the credit card
company will help you resolve it. If you are at the checkout page and the site asks for your date of
birth and identity card number, be very careful as people can manipulate this combination to start
applying for new credit cards in your name. If anything seems suspicious, call up the company.
Also, be wary of sending out credit card information via e-mail or instant messaging as neither is
encrypted.
According to the latest survey, books are one of the things bought most online. This is followed by
accessories. Cosmetics and groceries are increasingly being purchased online. Today, most of the
travelers are buying tickets online because it is a quick and easy way to make a purchase.
Is online shopping safer than shopping offline? It is difficult to say. When shopping online, caution is
the word.
Retrieved and adapted from: http://www.englishdaily626.com/comprehension.php?178
1. What are the biggest threats for online shoppers?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. What are some tips for those who shop online?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. Why do you think books are the articles that people buy the most online?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Interactan con otros en contextos comunicativos
centrados en la descripcin de gustos y preferencias
personales en el rea del entretenimiento y tiempo
libre,
aplicando
el
uso
de
las
estructuras
sociolingsticas apropiadas.
5.1. Talking about entertainment

Entertainment is an area about which we all have different opinions
and preferences. When talking about entertainment, we are
referring to the TV programs we watch or not watch-, the music
we listen to or not listen to-, the movies we see or not see-, and
some other elements like actors, musicians, bands, etc.
Taken from
http://www.toshiba.com/us/computers/laptops/satellite/L70
A. Classify the vocabulary in the box into the different categories, according to what you have seen in
class and to your previous knowledge. Then, add more examples.
WESTERN SOAP OPERA CHILLOUT - TALK SHOW - COUNTRY - HORROR - SITCOM DRAMA - NEW AGE - POP - DOCUREALITY - ADVENTURE - COMEDY - CARTOONS - INDIE
- WAR - RAP - GOSPEL
TV Programs
Movies
Music
5.2. Avoiding repetition

Just as we saw in previous exercises, we can avoid the repetition of nouns replacing them by
PRONOUNS. This time, lets see the use of Object Pronouns when we describe our likes and
dislikes:
Do you like rap?
Yes, I like rap a lot.

Yes, I like IT a lot (your interlocutor knows youre talking about rap).
Does Erika like cartoons?
No, she doesnt like cartoons at all.

No, she doesnt like THEM at all. (again, your interlocutor will
understand youre talking about cartoons)
Personal
Object Pronouns
Example
ME
My girlfriend invited ME to Metallicas concert.
YOU
YOU
I saw YOU on TV!
HE
HIM
Rod Steward? No, I dont like HIM very much.
SHE
HER
I always listen to Rihanna, I like HER a lot.
IT
IT
Do you like classical music? I love IT!
WE
US
Fanny is inviting US to the theater, lets go!
THEY
THEM
I love horror films, I see THEM online.
Pronouns
REMEMBER!
Personal pronouns DO actions and
Object pronouns RECEIVE actions
ACTIVITIES
A. Replace names and words with pronouns whenever you can. Follow the example below.
Example:
Cynthia is talking with Kathy while James is
drinking wine.
She is talking with her while he is drinking it
Taken from https://drstaceynaito.wordpress.com/page/25/
Taken from http://www.guildford.gov.uk/playrangers
1. The children are playing with the balloons
Taken from http://bulletin.boroondara.vic.gov.au/futurevisions-at-balwyn-cinema/
Taken from http://www.shutterstock.com/video/clip4999478-stock-footage-guitarist-standing-in-a-water-andplaying-guitarist-time-lapse.html
2. Jude is playing the guitar while Lana sings.
Taken from https://clickwp.com/blog/easy-wordpressportfolios/
3. Gary is watching The Avengers with Dana.
4. Christina is looking at the painting.
______________________________________
______________________________________
B. Answer these questions according to your likes and dislikes and the information you know. Use
OBJECT PRONOUNS when necessary.
E.g. Do you like the news?
No, I dont like them. Theyre too sad and tragic!
1. Do you like sports programs?
_____________________________________________.
2. What does Slash play?
_____________________________________________.
3. Do your friends like rock?
_____________________________________________.
4. Do you dance salsa?
_____________________________________________.
5. What do you think of reality shows? _____________________________________________.
C. Complete this interview with the appropriate questions.

Interviewer: Hi, Carl. Were really happy youre here today. So tell me,
________________________________________?
Carl: Well, my favorite actress is Jennifer Lawrence. Shes awesome and really beautiful!
Interviewer: Yeah, shes very popular today. And _______________________________________?
Carl: I think Leonardo DiCaprio. I like him a lot; his movies are all very good. Its a pity he didnt get
the Oscar this year!
Interviewer: Lets talk about music. _______________________________________?
Carl: No, I dont like pop very much. I prefer rock.
Interviewer: Really? Thats surprising!
Carl: I know. But actually my favorite band is ACDC.
Interviewer: Wow! ACDC is such a classic band!
Taken from
http://www.capital.cl/cultura/2014/07/09/090710-nuevoalbum-de-acdc-podria-titularse-man-down
5.3. Describing likes and dislikes

When we describe our likes and dislikes about anything, not only entertainment- we have to use the
Simple Present Tense. So lets look at some examples:
Likes
Dislikes
I love documentaries.
My dad hates soap operas.
He likes the Beatles.
I dont like amusement parks.
She enjoys musicals.
You cant stand heavy metal.
Youre fond of running.
She detests western movies.
And when we ask questions we need to use the auxiliaries DO and DOES:
Do you like classical music?
Yes, I DO. I like it a lot.
Does Jennifer play the guitar?
No, she DOESNT. But she plays the drums.
Activity
A. Look at the pictures and answer the questions about Lorenas likes and dislikes. Use different
expressions in your answers.
Taken from
http://www.dailybitsofbeauty.com/2010/04/i-heart-letsgo-ride-a-bike.html
Taken from http://www.mastimovie.net/war-2007hindi-dubbed-full-movie-watch-online-free/
Taken from http://www.psych2go.net/playing-videogames-improves-your-focus-and-meditative-abilities/
Taken from
http://www.clipartpanda.com/categories/countrymusic-clipart
1. What kind of movies does Lorena dislike?

__________________________________________________________________________
2. Does Lorena like playing videogames with her boyfriend?

__________________________________________________________________________
3. What outdoor activities does she enjoy?

__________________________________________________________________________
4. Does she like all types of music?

__________________________________________________________________________

As you read, underline the words you dont know and then look them up. Then, read the text again
and answer the questions below.
At the premiere of "Rise of the Planet of the

Apes" last month, a clutch of impassioned
animal activists gathered on Hollywood
Boulevard. But they weren't there to throw
red paint on fur-coat-wearing celebrities.
Instead, one demonstrator dressed in a
full-body monkey suit had arrived with a
sign
Taken from http://onlinemovies.pro/rise-of-the-planet-of-the-apes-2011/
complimenting
the
filmmakers:
"Thanks for not using real apes!"
The creative team behind "Apes" used motion-capture technology to create digitalized primates,
spending tens of millions of dollars on technology that records an actor's performance and later
layers it with computer graphics to create a final image in this case, one of a realistic-looking
ape.
Yet "Apes" is more exception than the rule in fact, Hollywood has been hot on live animals
lately: The nonprofit American Humane Assn., which monitors the treatment of animals in filmed
entertainment, is keeping tabs on more than 2,000 productions this year, 100 more than in 2010.
Already, a number of high-profile 2011 films, including "Water for Elephants," "The Hangover Part
II" and "Zookeeper," have drawn the ire of activists who say the creatures featured in them haven't
been treated properly.
In some cases, it's not so much the treatment of the animals on set that has activists worried; it's
the off-set training and living conditions that are raising concerns. And there are questions about
U.S. films made overseas, which sometimes are not monitored as closely as productions filmed
stateside.
(c) AFP 08/14/2011
1. Did a group of activists complain at the premier of Rise of the Planet of the Apes?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. Are activists against the use of real animals in movies?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. What do you think about the use of animals in movies? Why?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. Is the use of animals positive for the growth and development of humans?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Realizan y responden a invitaciones en variados
contextos comunicativos formales e informales,
orales y escritos, haciendo uso de los esquemas
gramaticales y lingsticos pertinentes a la situacin
particular que enfrentan.
6.1. Ideas for a date

When we want to get to know someone better, we usually invite him / her on a DATE. Dates are a
good opportunity to show this person who you really are, and to get to know someone in a better
way.
Some typical dating activities are:
Taken from
http://www.chacha.com/gallery/4920/is-itokay-to-go-to-movies-alone/46686
Taken from
https://prezi.com/ahetff1o9otk/holidays/
Taken from
http://voyageshone.com/make-daybeach/go-to-the-beach
Going to the movies
Going to the park
Going to the beach
Taken from
http://www.tempusleisure.org.uk/default.as
px?page=23
Taken from
http://www.junkcruises.com/having-dinneron-victory-cruise/
Taken from http://drinkedin.net/blog/35111-reasons-to-go-for-a-drink.html
Going dancing
Having dinner in a restaurant
Going for a drink
What did you do on your first date?

Where did you go?
Whats your favorite place to go on a date?
Whats your ideal date like?
6.2. Invitations
When you want to make or reply to an invitation, you can use the auxiliary verb WOULD. You can
also use Simple Present tense, but WOULD will surely give your interlocutor a more formal and nice
impression of your message.
Formal Invitation
WOULD you like to go to the movies
with me?
WOULD you like to see a play at the
Informal Invitation
Do you WANT TO have a picnic at the
park?
Do you WANT TO go for a drink later?
theatre tomorrow night?
Of course, you can accept an invitation:

Sure! ID love to.
D = WOULD
Yes, ID really like to go with you.

Its a great idea!
Or, you can refuse an invitation. In this case, it is a good idea to present an excuse. Your answer will
sound friendlier and your interlocutor wont feel uncomfortable. Human relations are important!
ID like TO, but I have to work late tomorrow.

ID love TO, but I need to study for my exams this week.
ID like TO, but I want to meet some friends this week.
Taken from http://www.gopixpic.com/500/fear-therealkiller/http:%7C%7Cweknowmemes*com%7Cw
p-content%7Cuploads%7C2013%7C04%7Cfearthe-real-killer*jpg/
6.3. Two verbs together

It is very common that when you make invitations or answer to invitations, two verbs get together in
the structure. If so, you need to separate them with the preposition TO.
Eg.
Would you like TO have dinner with me tomorrow?
Yes, Id love TO (have dinner with you tomorrow). Thanks!

Id like TO (have dinner with you tomorrow), but I need TO work after class.
6.4. Giving excuses
What are the excuses you use more often? Here you have some examples:
I have to study for a test.

I need to go to the doctor.
I want to visit my grandmother.
Taken from http://www.readwave.com/asick-crash-a-tired-pirate_s45424
I want to stay in bed, I feel sick.
But these verbs have some slight differences in meaning:

HAVE denotes obligation.
Sorry, but I HAVE to work.
NEED denotes necessity.

Id love to, but I NEED to study for a test. Its a difficult subject.
WANT denotes a decision you make. It refers to an activity that you do as a choice, even
having more options.
Id like to, but I WANT to watch my favorite soap opera today.
ACTIVITIES
A. Look at Samanthas schedule for this week. Then, complete the conversation between her and
her boyfriend, Pete. When are they going to meet?
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Morning:
- Zumba classes.
Morning:
- FREE!
Morning:
- Zumba classes.
Morning:
- Study with Beth.
Morning:
- Zumba classes.
Afternoon:
- Classes.
Afternoon:
- Classes.
Afternoon:
- Classes.
Afternoon:
- Classes.
Afternoon:
- Classes.
Exam!
Evening:
-Work late.
Evening:
- Family dinner,
moms birthday.
Evening:
-Work late.
Evening:
-Study for the English
exam.
Pete
English
Evening:
- Go to bed early.
Tired after the exam.
: So, Sam Would you like to go to the movies on Wednesday night? I saw a movie poster today, it
looked really fun!

Sam
: Oh, Im sorry, Pete. _________________________________________________________.
Pete
: And what about Friday morning? We could go to the movies on Friday morning, before your English
exam!
Sam
: ___________________________________________________________.
Pete
: Oh, well Thats a pity! Emm And would you like to have dinner with me on Tuesday evening?
Theres a wonderful Japanese restaurant near my apartment.
Sam
: ___________________________________________________________.
Pete
: Wow! Youre very busy this week! Is there another possibility?
Sam
: Oh, sure! How about Tuesday morning?
Pete
: OK. Would you like to go to the park on Tuesday morning?
Sam
: _________________________________________! Thanks!
Taken from
http://www.coldwater.org/CommunityResour
ces/Parks.html

Look at the definition of these words. Are you familiarized with them? If you still do not understand
them very well, use your dictionary.
Mr. Right - (slang) The man who would make the perfect husband.
Consumer group - (noun) Organization that works to protect consumers. To make sure people are
treated fairly by businesses. In Chile, the Servicio Nacional del Consumidor has an equivalent
function.
Revolutionizing - (Verb) Changing something in a short period of time. The noun is 'revolution'.
Britons - (collective noun) People who live in Great Britain.
Component - (noun) A small part of a large thing.
Systematic - (adjective) Using a fixed and organized plan.
Imperative - (adjective) Extremely important.
Courtship - (noun) The time when people have a romantic relationship with the intention of getting
married.
Is Mr. Right on the net?
It is considered a not-very-romantic way of

meeting Mr. Right. But research has showed that
finding love over the internet is a good way of meeting
a marriage partner. It found that one in five of those
who have used dating sites to find their perfect partner
have finally married someone they met over the web.
The study, by consumer group Which?, also
revealed that more than half of the 1,504 people
questioned had been on a date with someone they
met in cyberspace.
Taken from
http://seniorsfindseniors.com/Dating_Advice_for_Seni
ors/Finding_Mr_Right_at_40.html
Sixty-two per cent agreed that it was easier to meet someone on a dating site than in other
ways, such as in a pub or club, or through friends. At the same time, the under-35s were more
likely to know someone who had been on a date or had a long-term relationship with someone
they met through online dating.
Jess Ross, editor of which.co.uk, said: 'Online dating is revolutionizing the way people meet
each other. Switching the computer on could be the first step to success.'
According to industry surveys, more than 22 million people visited dating websites in 2007 and
more than two million Britons are signed up to singles sites.
Of the 147 couples who took part in the study, 61 per cent said their relationships had high
levels of these three components. The researchers also found that men were more likely to find
true love on the internet than women.
Dr. Jeff Gavin, who led the team, said: 'To date, there is no systematic study of love in the
context-of relationships formed via online dating sites. But with the popularity of online dating, it
is imperative we understand the factors that influence satisfaction in relationships formed in this
way.'
Charlotte Harper, of Match.com, said: 'We were thrilled to find so many of our first members
have found love. It supports our belief that the internet does in fact encourage old-fashioned
courtship.
Retrieved and adapted from http://www.ecenglish.com/learnenglish/lessons/reading-comprehension-online-dating
1. How many people in the research think that its easier to find love in a web site than in other
ways, like meeting new people at clubs or pubs?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. What is the meaning of the phrase: Switching the computer on could be the first step to
success?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. Why do you think its easier for men than for women to find love through the Internet?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. Do you think it is a good idea to look for love in a dating site? Have you ever tried to meet people
using the Internet?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Interactan en variadas instancias comunicativas
donde describen y consultan por situaciones que
estn ocurriendo en ese momento y
que son
temporales, utilizando componentes discursivos y

gramaticales contextualizados.
7.1. Family relationships

First lets remember some members of the family
Female
Male
Both
Grandmother
Mother (mom)
Wife
Daughter
Sister
Aunt
Niece
Granddaughter
Grandfather
Father (dad)
Husband
Son
Brother
Uncle
Nephew
Grandson
Grandparents
Parents
Spouses
Children / Kids
Siblings
Aunts and Uncles
Nieces and Nephews
Grandchildren
ACTIVITIES
A. Look at this family tree and complete the sentences with the correct relation.
James
Chris
Trish
Ben
Anne
Tom
Vivian
Sarah
Michael
Bill
1. Anne is Sarahs _____________________________.

2. Trish is Vivian and Toms _____________________________.
3. James is Annes _____________________________.
4. Tom is Bills _____________________________.
5. Ben is Vivian and Michaels _____________________________.
6. Sarah is Trishs _____________________________.
7. Trish, Tom and Vivian are Annes _____________________________.
8. Bill is Sarahs _____________________________.
7.2 Ongoing activities

When we describe activities that are happening in this moment, we use the Present Continuous
Tense.
The period can be very short and momentary
E.g.: Im studying English right now, please call me later.
Im taking a bath, I need to relax.
The period of time can be longer in the present
E.g.: Im studying English at AIEP this semester.
Im taking karate lessons this year.
Dont forget that

The Present Continuous is formed by the Subject + Verb to be + the action or
verb ending in -ing.
Lets remember the structure of Present Continuous in its affirmative, negative and interrogative
forms.
AFFIRMATIVE
NEGATIVE
INTERROGATIVE
Im applying for a job in Iquique.
Im not going to class this month,

Im on vacation.
Am I doing things well?
She is looking for a new job right

now.
Hes not exercising this semester,

hes too busy.
Is your dad staying home today?

Or hes still sick?
My parents are moving to a new

house these days.
Were not taking any lessons right

now, we dont have time.
Are you studying a lot for your

exams?
ACTIVITIES
A. Look at the images and make sentences using the members of the family and Present Continuous
Tense.
Taken from
http://brandiemashphotography.blogspot.com/
1.________________________________
Taken from http://www.latchpatch.net/kids-corner
3. ________________________________
Taken from https://www.jennyhadfield.com/trainingplans/zero-to-running/
2. __________________________________
Taken from http://www.pttfinancial.com/
4. __________________________________
B. Answer these questions about you and your family with complete answers and Present
Continuous structures.
1. Are your siblings taking any lessons this year?
______________________________________________________________.
2. Are you living with your parents?
______________________________________________________________.
3. What is something youre doing this semester?
______________________________________________________________.
4. What are you studying this year?
______________________________________________________________.
C. Write an email to an old friend, describing him what your relatives are doing (or not doing) this
year. Use the Present Continuous tense.
E.g. My mom is working at a hospital, shes a nurse. My sister is taking yoga lessons. My cousins
are now living in Australia. My grandma is a little sick these days; shes going to the doctor and
taking medicines
7.3. Describing different kinds of present situations

There are different kinds of presents, and we have to differentiate which situations correspond to
one of them, and which situations correspond to the other.
Temporary situations
When we describe activities that last a short and specific period of time, we use the Present
Continuous.
The only way in which we can identify and describe these situations is through Time Expressions.
Im working in a restaurant this semester.
(You can understand that its a specific and

short period of time)
Alice is not going to the gym this week.
Everyday situations
When we describe activities that we do every day (like routines and habits), we use the Simple
Present Tense. It is also applicable to facts.
Again, we can identify and describe these situations is through Time Expressions and Adverbs of
Frequency:
I work in a restaurant every summer.
(You can understand that not only this summer, but

every year. Its a routine.)
My parents never go to the movies.
ACTIVITIES
A. Read this text and complete the blanks with the correct form of the verbs in parentheses,
according to the kind of present the writer is referring to.
Hi, Im Malcolm.
Im a Risk Management student but I also __________________ (work) in a bar on weekends as a
bar tender.
I usually __________________ (study) on weekdays, but this month I
__________________ (study) on weekends too because this is a difficult period at the institute. I
always __________________ (go) to the gym and __________________ (go) running to the park,
but I __________________ (not do) any exercises now because theres no time.
My family is very special. My mom __________________ (stay) at home this year, because she
just had a baby and she decided to take care of her, my little baby sister. My little sister
__________________ (learn) how to speak now, shes really cute. I also __________________
(have) an older brother, he __________________ (live) in Miami.
Sometimes he
__________________ (visit) us, but he __________________ (save) money now, he wont travel
to Chile this year.
Hows your family doing? Hugs,
Monica

Read the text carefully and underline the words you dont know. Then, look them up in your
dictionary.
TRADITIONAL VS MODERN FAMILY
Nowadays, the traditional family structure no

longer exists in this modern world. It's not
surprising the modern family structure has
replaced it instead. My family, for example, has
made a great leap from traditional to modern in
which I can feel the existence of freedom.
Taken from http://m.inmagine.com/image-bji02570029-Family-Dressed-inTraditional-Clothing-Celebrating-Chinese-New-Year.html
It seems like a characteristic of traditional

families that men are dominant. When I was born,
my grandfather urged my mother to give me up,
for I was only a girl.
He suggested my mother throw me down to the sea or give me to my aunt and uncle who didn't
have any children. Under the pressure of my grandparents and relatives, my mother finally gave
me to my aunt. But she brought me back a few hours later because of her regret in doing so.
In my childhood, all my family members and relatives lived in a big old building in Hong Kong. They
had the same kind of job--the sculpture of ivory, and they worked together in that big building. In
my family, my grandpa had the power of making all significant decisions, such as stopping my
father, who was an excellent and outstanding student, from going to high school, and forcing him to
work as a skilled worker in ivory sculpture.
There was no exception to my mother. She had to obey absolutely to the men with no argument.
From what my mother said, I don't think she was the daughter-in-law of my grandparents.
Maidservant is the better word to describe my mother in that building. She had to do all the
housework by herself without any help from anyone or machines, and had to take care of the
children and the elder parents in the meantime.
Children also had to obey what the older people said, especially my father, such as going to bed by
nine o'clock exactly, going home right after school, and no walking alone or with other children in
the streets. We, my brother, sisters and I, had to do what my father said with no reasons at all.
The ripple of change began when the old building was broken down. Every individual family moved
to a different place. I think the reason for not living together was my grandpa had died, and another
building was very expensive. My mother began to work outside to support the family (the rent on
the small apartment and other expenses). We had to share the housework when my mother was
out. However, my father was still stubborn and strict to us as long as we lived there.
The change really came when we came to the United States two years ago. My father began to be
concerned about us, and tried to communicate with us. To a large extent, we have the right to
make individual choices and have a certain freedom, like coming home at night which we were
never permitted to do before. Perhaps my parents are getting old or maybe we have grown up.
Undoubtedly, to a large extent, the modern family is better

than the traditional one. At least there is a great
improvement in the relationship between us, where
everybody plays an important role in the family.
Taken from http://traditions.culturalchina.com/en/14Traditions9155.html
Retrieved and adapted from: http://web.njcu.edu/dept/esl/content/traditional_vs_modern.asp
1. What event made the authors family change from a traditional to a modern family?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. What kind of family does the author prefer? Why?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. What was the author grandfathers role and importance in her family?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. What kind of family do you think is better, a traditional or a modern one? Why?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Intercambian
informacin
estadstica
con
terceros
en
situaciones comunicativas de tipo oral y escrita, haciendo uso

de datos numricos como base, y aplicando estructuras
lingsticas adaptadas a las exigencias del contexto.
8.1. Talking about facts

Facts are things that have really occurred or are actually the case. In the case of Chile, for example,
its a fact that it is organized in regions and that they go all along the country, from north to south. Its
also a fact that Chile is in South America.
In this unit we will describe other kinds of facts: facts related to families, marriages, and other aspects
in a community or country.
For example, this is a research done in the U.S. It shows how more and more women have become
the head of families with children under 18 years old. It is a fact that it has grown a lot since the 50s,
and that by the year 2000, almost 25% of families were headed by women.
Retrieved from: http://cafehayek.com/2013/11/inequality-in-two-graphs.html
What facts can you think of, regarding families in Chile? E.g.:
Less people get married every year.
_______________________________________________________.
_______________________________________________________.
_______________________________________________________.
Taken fromhttp://herhealthmatters.org/healthbenefits-ofmagnesium/shutterstock_26744152midlife-couple/
8.2. Talking about quantities

Facts can be a little more specific with the use of quantifiers. These words can replace approximate
percentages.
(Approximate) equivalent number
100%
Quantifier
ALL
Example
All children like candy.
90%
NEARLY ALL
Nearly all teenagers live with their parents.
80%
MOST
Most women in Chile have a job.
70%
MANY
Many men in Chile like soccer.
50%
A LOT OF
A lot of people in Chile go to the beach in summer.
40%
SOME
Some Chilean people travel abroad in summer.
30%
NOT MANY
Not many Chilean people listen to jazz.
10 20%
A FEW / FEW
Few Chilean workers speak English.
0%
NO ONE
No one in Chile votes before being 18.
ACTIVITIES
A. What do you think? Answer these questions according to what you reckon on each case. Use
QUANTIFIERS:
1. How many Chilean women take Zumba lessons?

_________________________________________________________
Taken from
http://driverlayer.com/img/thinking/16
/image
2. How many Chilean children like 31 Minutos?

_________________________________________________________
3. How many Chilean women with children study?
_________________________________________________________
4. How many Chilean couples between 25 and 35 live together without getting married?
_________________________________________________________
B. Emil is giving a report on obesity rates worldwide and he confuses. Correct the information he is
giving with the appropriate QUANTIFIERS.
USA
MEXICO
NEW ZEALAND
34%
29,5%
26,5%
CHILE
AUSTRALIA
UNITED KINGDOM
CANADA
25,5%
25%
24,5%
24%
IRELAND
GREECE
SPAIN
GERMANY
23%
18,5%
17,5%
24,5%
PORTUGAL
ISRAEL
FRANCE
ITALY
JAPAN
15,5%
13,5%
11,5%
10%
3%
Taken from http://www.mslimalicious.com/2011_12_01_archive.html
1. All people in USA are obese ____________________________________________________

2. In Japan no one is obese ______________________________________________________
3. Few people in Mexico are not obese ______________________________________________
4. The majority of people in Chile have obesity ________________________________________
5. Nearly all European countries concentrate obese population ___________________________
C. Look at the graph and write complete sentences about the results shown, using quantifiers. Do
you think in Chile our graph would be like this one or different? Why?
Retrieved from: http://www.prweb.com/releases/restaurant/casualdining/prweb4336094.htm
1. ____________________________________________________________________.
2. ____________________________________________________________________.
3. ____________________________________________________________________.
4. ____________________________________________________________________.

Read the text carefully and underline the words you dont know. Then, look them up in your
dictionary.
Fun facts about Japan

Japan is a country with a fascinating culture and history so I thought I would share some of the
interesting facts Ive learned about it:
Japan has the worlds third largest economy behind the
US and China.
There are 127 million people living in the country.
Zen Buddhism is the most common form of Buddhism in
Japan.
Japans literacy rate is almost 100%.
There is almost no immigration in Japan. The population
is 98% ethnic Japanese.
Sumo is Japans national sport.
Baseball is also hugely popular in Japan due to
the strong American presence after World War II.
Taken from
http://www.onelifesuccess.net/business-andbuddha-4-lessons-you-can-learn-from-zenbuddhism/
Japanese people live an average of 4 years longer than Americans.

Japan still hunts whales under the premise of research though the meat does end up in
supermarkets.
Many Japanese companies have morning exercise sessions for their workers.
A very popular food in Japan is raw horse meat.
Japan has the second-lowest homicide rate in the world. The homicide rate is 50 per
100,000 people.
Animated Japanese films and television shows (i.e. Anime) account for 60% of the worlds
animation.
There are close to 130 voice-acting schools for Anime voices.
23% of the Japanese population is over the age of 65.
Tokyo city has 13 million people in it.
The only foreign language taught and mandated in Japanese schools is English.
Contrary to popular belief, true Kobe beef is only found in Japan due to tight controls
and restrictions.
Japan is nicknamed the Land of the

Rising Sun.
Tokyo is the 2nd most expensive city to
live in the world.
The fortune cookie dates back to Kyoto,
Japan during the 19th century.
There are more than 1,600 temples in

Kyoto.
Taken from http://www.coxandkingsusa.com/product/itinerary/japan:-land-ofthe-rising-sun/tourId/37177/
Retrieved and adapted from: http://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/61-interesting-facts-about-japan/
1. How many people in Japan know can read and write?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. How many people in Japan commit suicide?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. Is Zen Buddhism the only form of Buddhism in Japan?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. Why do you think Japanese people live longer than American people?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Interactan con otros en forma oral y escrita en contextos
comunicativos enfocados en actividades y deportes practicados
en tiempo libre, aplicando distintos esquemas gramaticales y
sociolingsticos contextualizados en la situacin laboral o
coloquial en que se encuentran.
9.1 Talking about sports

Not all sports are expressed in the same way in English. Some of them are described with PLAY,
others with DO and others with GO:
PLAY
This verb refers to sports that are usually played in teams, and that
are practiced with a ball.
DO
These are sports that include a series of exercises that are repeated
over and over again. It is also used with fighting sports.
GO
These sports convey an activity in which people have to move

forward and get to a goal. You can practice these sports alone.
Taken from
http://blogs.koreanclass101.com/blog/2013/02/22/kor
ean-word-of-the-day-swimming-noun/
Taken from http://www.stepbystep.com/how-to-playdoubles-tennis-match-35751/
Taken from
http://www.homorazzi.com/article/hottes
t-male-gymnasts-top-10-londonolympics-shirtless-pics-tommy-ramosepke-zonderland-jake-dalton/
A. Classify these sports according to the corresponding verb. Then, add more examples.
BOWLING - SOCCER YOGA SKIING ZUMBA FITNESS VOLLEYBALL
SKATEBOARDING JOGGING WEIGHT TRAINING TABLE TENNIS
KARATE HOCKEY SURFING GOLF BIKE RIDING - FENCING
PLAY
GO
DO
B. Answer these questions accordingly with complete answers:

1. How many Chilean women go to the gym?
_______________________________________________________________.
2. How many Chilean men play soccer once or twice a week?
_______________________________________________________________.
3. How many Chilean children do archery at school?
_______________________________________________________________.
Taken from
http://www.claytonhotelgalway.ie/gymmembership-in-galway.html
9.2. Describing activities frequency

When we want to describe the frequency with which we do something sports, hobbies, chores, fun
activities-, we can use adverbs or expressions of frequency:
Adverbs of Frequency
They are words that describe frequency in a general way. They are
always placed between the subject and the verb. Sometimes, however, can also go at the
beginning of a sentence.
Retrieved and adapted from: http://www.grammar.cl/Basic/Adverbs_Frequency.htm
E.g.:
I NEVER ride my bike; I think Im going to sell it.
Helen USUALLY goes to the gym in the morning.
SOMETIMES we play table tennis at home.
The question for Adverbs of Frequency is usually DO YOU EVER?

Do you ever do aerobics at the gym?
No, I never do. / Yes, I often do.
Does Phill ever play soccer on Saturday mornings?
No, he hardly ever does. / Yes, he always does.
ACTIVITIES
A. Unscramble the sentences putting the adverb of frequency in the right place.
1. in the yard / play / Jake and Alice / frequently / volleyball /
_______________________________________________________________
2. swimming / Theresa / goes / always /
_______________________________________________________________
3. do / usually / my / in the morning / brothers / karate
_______________________________________________________________
4. Karla / never / jogging / in the morning / goes
_______________________________________________________________
5. very / because / hardly ever / soccer / lazy / hes / Josh / plays
_______________________________________________________________
B. Look at the chart and answer the questions using adverbs of frequency.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
1. Does Charlie ever go running during the week?

___________________________________________________
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
2. Do you ever do yoga?

___________________________________________________
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
3. Do Chris and Tanya ever go to the gym?

___________________________________________________
Expressions of Frequency : They are words that describe frequency in a more specific way.
They are usually placed at the end of the sentence.
EVERY
(day, morning, weekend, class, Saturday, etc.)
ONCE
day
TWICE
THREE, four, seven TIMES
week
month, etc.
I go running THREE TIMES A WEEK.

Alice does gymnastics EVERY DAY.
My parents go fishing TWICE A YEAR.
Taken from
http://www.parents.com/blogs/parentsperspective/2013/11/05/big-kids/why-aregirls-racing-for-cosmetictreatments/attachment/girl-running/
The question for Expressions of Frequency is usually HOW OFTEN DO YOU?

How often do you go swimming?
I go twice a week.
How often does Liam play hockey?
He plays every Monday.
Taken from
http://creativityage.wikispaces.com/How+To+Teach+
Children+to+Play+Hockey
ACTIVITIES
A. Look at the pictures and write sentences indicating HOW OFTEN these people practice every
activity. Write complete sentences.
Month
1. How often does Thomas go dancing?
Taken from http://bell-limo.blogspot.com/2011/06/bestplaces-to-go-dancing-in-reno.html
_____________________________________
Week
2. How often do Jenny and Paul play rugby?

_____________________________________
Taken from http://wtfcsusm.wordpress.com/2011/11/01/doesour-gender-limit-the-things-we-are-able-to-do-part-1/
Mon
Taken from http://aliweightloss.net/exercise-where-do-i-start/
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
3. How often does Trish do exercise?

______________________________________
Year
4. How often do you and all your family go to the

movies together?
_____________________________________
Taken from http://specialedpost.org/2013/01/13/movie-outing-forfamilies-of-kids-with-special-needs/
B. Write about these common activities, indicating the frequency with which YOU practice them.
1. Go shopping:_______________________________________________
2. Eat in restaurants: ___________________________________________
3. Do house chores: ___________________________________________
4. Check your facebook status: __________________________________
5. Play sports: ________________________________________________
9.3. Asking and answering about sports and other activities

When we talk about sports, frequency is not the only information we can require or give. There are
other aspects that we can mention, like the time we spend doing it or how well we are at it.
Dora: HOW OFTEN do you play tennis, Ben?
Ben: About three times a week.
Dora: Wow! Thats a lot! And HOW LONG do you spend playing?
Ben: About two hours.
Dora: Really? HOW WELL do you play?
Ben: Pretty well, I practice a lot you know.
Dora: And HOW GOOD do your friends play?
Ben: Not as good as me, but they can manage.
Taken from
http://media.muskuli.com/category/trenirovki %B0%D1%80%D0%B4%D0%B8%D0%BE.html#.
VI4AQGZ3vMw
HOW LONG? refers to the period of time you spend doing an activity.
How long do you ride your bike on weekends?
For about an hour.
HOW OFTEN? refers to the frequency with which you do an activity.
How often does Lorena do Pilates?
Twice or three times a week, I cant remember.
HOW WELL? refers to the accuracy with which you do an activity. It has to do with your
ability.
How well do you dance salsa?
Pretty well, I guess. I can dance different styles.
About average.
Not very well, thats why I want to take lessons this winter.
HOW GOOD? refers to you as the doer of an activity. Are you good or bad at it?
How good are you at chess?
Pretty good, I always win when I play with my dad.
OK. I mean, sometimes I win, but sometimes I lose.
Not so good. I cant get it yet!
ACTIVITIES
A. Complete this conversation with the correct HOW question.
Theresa: Hey, Mark! How is it going!
Are you going to the gym?

Mark: Hi, Theresa! Yeah, Im going to the gym.
Taken from http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-highTheresa: _________________________________?
blood-pressure/ss/slideshow-lowering-bp-tips
Mark: Well, now that Im in class I go just three or four times a week.
Theresa: And _________________________________?
Mark: I work out for about two hours. Sometimes longer, it depends on what I have to do later.
Theresa: Wow! _________________________________? Some friends need more players for their
team, maybe youd like to participate!
Mark: Soccer? Terrible! Im really bad at soccer, thats why I prefer the gym!
B. Answer the questions using your own information.

1. How well do you speak English?
_______________________________________________________
2. How long do you usually study for tests?
_______________________________________________________
3. How good are you at drawing comics?
_______________________________________________________
4. How often do you go to parties?
_______________________________________________________
9.4. How close are you to sports?

When we talk about sports and people, we can identify three different ways in which people can feel
about sports:
A couch potato.
This is a word to describe someone who is sedentary
and spends most of his/her time watching television, sitting,
reading, playing video games, and using his/her computer for
much of the day with little of no vigorous physical exercise.
Taken from http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/technologyscience/couch-potato-brits-are-eating-their-way152327
A fitness freak.
This is someone who is so interested in keeping fit, that sometimes
takes it over the top by over exercising and eating healthy. When this
happens, people usually consider that they are crazy about fitness or that
their obsession is not normal.
Taken from http://anthonybevilacqua.org/you-areclassified-as-a-bodybuilder-too/
A sports fan
A sports fan is an enthusiast for a particular athlete, team,
sport or all of organized sports as a whole. He/she usually
attends sporting events or watches them on television, and
follows news through newspapers and Internet websites.
Taken from
http://allaboutthestatus.com/profiles/blogs/12-reasonswhy-sports-fanatics-are
With which of these do you see yourself? Why?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Look at these words and look them up in a dictionary. Then, read the text below.
flabby
lung
joint
stiff
injured
disease
to prevent (verb)
to crave (verb)
to delay (verb)
stamina
to limber (verb)
to bend (verb)
twist
mood
to disrupt (verb)
deleterious
strain
lean tissue
pleateau
reap
Why is Exercise Important?
Have you ever heard the

expression "use it or lose it"? It's
true! If you don't use your body,
you will surely lose it. Your
muscles will become flabby and
weak. Your heart and lungs won't
function efficiently. And your joints
will be stiff and easily injured.
Inactivity is as much of a health
risk as smoking!
Taken from http://fitnessingym.blogspot.com/2013_07_01_archive.html
Helps Prevent Diseases

Our bodies are supposed to move -they actually crave exercise. Regular exercise is necessary for
physical fitness and good health. It reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer, high blood pressure,
diabetes and other diseases. It can improve your appearance and delay the aging process.
Improves Stamina
When you exercise, your body uses energy to keep going. Aerobic exercise involves continuous
and rhythmic physical motion, such as walking and bicycling. It improves your stamina by training
your body to become more efficient and use less energy for the same amount of work. As your
conditioning level improves, your heart rate and breathing rate return to resting levels much sooner
from strenuous activity.
Strengthens and Tones
Exercising with weights and other forms of resistance training develops your muscles, bones and
ligaments for increased strength and endurance. Your posture can be improved, and your muscles
become more firm and toned. You not only feel better, but you look better, too!
Enhances Flexibility
Stretching exercises are also important for good posture. They keep your body limber so that you
can bend, reach and twist. Improving your flexibility through exercise reduces the chance of injury
and improves balance and coordination. If you have stiff, tense areas, such as the upper back or
neck, performing specific stretches can help "loosen" those muscles, helping you feel more
relaxed.
Controls Weight
Exercise is also a key to weight control because it burns calories. If you burn off more calories than
you take in, you lose weight. It's as simple as that.
Improves Quality of Life

Once you begin to exercise regularly, you will discover many more reasons why exercise is so
important to improving the quality of your life. Exercise reduces stress, lifts moods, and helps you
sleep better. It can keep you looking and feeling younger throughout your entire life.
How Often Should I Exercise?
The benefits of any exercise program will diminish if it's disrupted too frequently. A "stop-start"
routine is not only ineffective, but can cause injuries. Being consistent with exercise, therefore, is
probably the most important factor in achieving desired results.
People often assume that more is better. Wrong! Doing too much too soon or performing intense
exercises on a daily basis will have deleterious effects, such as muscle/tendon strains, loss of lean
tissue, and fitness-level plateaus.
Cardio
If you are a beginner, start off slower than you think you should. Three days per week is realistic,
safe and effective. If you are experienced, do cardiovascular (aerobic) exercises such as walking,
jogging and bicycling for no more than 200 minutes per week with no more than 60 minutes per
session.
Lifting Weights
Weight training should be done no more than
three times a week targeting the same muscle
groups. Exercise the same muscle groups on
non-consecutive days because muscles need
adequate time to recover and cannot be
effectively trained if they are tired or sore.
Taken from http://www.mipielsana.com/trucos-para-potenciar-almaximo-tus-ejercicios-de-cardio/
Stretching
Many people forget to stretch or make the excuse that they don't have the time. Flexibility is
important, so make the time! Stretching can be done every day, but stick to a minimum of three
times per week in order to reap the benefits. When the body is warmed up, such as after a workout
session, perform five to 10 stretches that target the major muscle groups. Hold each stretch for 1030 seconds.
Retrieved and adapted from: http://www.healthdiscovery.net/articles/exercise_importa.htm
1. What happens when you dont exercise?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. According to the text, what is a synonym for stamina?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. What can we infer a stop-start routine is like?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. According to the text, why is it so difficult to lose weight?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Participan de interacciones de tipo oral y escrito donde se
describen situaciones ocurridas en el pasado, haciendo uso de
las
estructuras
gramaticales
lxicas
apropiadas
contextualizadas en diversas situaciones formales e informales.
10.1 Leisure-time activities

What do you usually do in your free time? Write an A if you ALWAYS practice the activity; an S if you
SOMETIMES practice it, and an N if you NEVER practice it:
Upload pictures on Facebook
_____
Go shopping
_____
Watch series on TV
_____
Hang out with friends
_____
Play a sport
_____
Chat with friends
_____
Check your email
_____
Play video games
_____
Go to the movies
_____
Surf the internet
_____
10.2 Talking about past events

Did you do any of the previous activities last weekend? Lets remember how to structure the
description of past events:
AFFIRMATIVE
NEGATIVE
INTERROGATIVE
I played tennis last Friday evening.
I didnt go to work this morning, I

feel really sick.
Did I call you for your birthday last

year? I cant remember!
She cooked pasta for us.
He didnt exercise last week, hes

been too busy.
Did your dad visit you last

weekend?
My parents watched TV all

weekend!
We didnt see any movies this

week.
Did you study for the exam?
E.g.:
A: Did you go shopping last weekend, Emily?
B: No, I didnt.
I stayed home because I needed to study.
A: Did your boyfriend give you any birthday present?

B: Yes, he did. And he took me to a nice Thai restaurant.
Taken from
http://www.igre123.com/forum/tema/topmodel-by-mis.lopillo/63300/4
10.3 Classifying verbs

When describing past events in English, we have to make the difference between regular and
irregular verbs. They follow the same rules in affirmative, negative and interrogative sentences, but
they change differently from present to past form.
Regular verbs are called regular because they dont change much from the present to the past
form. When we change a regular verb into its past form, we just add ED at the end of the word.
I moved to my new apartment last month.
(move moved)
Silvia worked all weekend.
(work worked)
My parents invited me to dinner last night.
(invite invited)
Careful! With most verbs, you just add ed. However, there are some rules we need to be careful
with when changing some verbs:
Verb ending in...
How to make the simple past
Examples
Add -D
live
lived
date
dated
Consonant +y
Change y to i, then add -ED
One vowel + one consonant

(but NOT w or y)
Double the consonant, then add -ED
anything else including w
Add -ED
try
tried
cry
cried
stop
commit
stopped
committed
boil
boiled
fill
filled
hand
handed
show
showed
Retrieved and adapted from: http://web2.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc/studyzone/330/grammar/pasted.htm
Irregular verbs are called irregular because they change considerably from the present to the
past form.
I went to the beach last Saturday.
(go went)
We saw a nice play last night.
(see saw)
You took the subway yesterday morning, not the bus.
(take took)
ACTIVITIES
A. Answer these questions using the pictures, giving the correct information when necessary.
Terry
Taken from
http://everydaylife.globalpost.com/discip
line-child-not-homework-7877.html
Sophie and Danny
Taken from
http://www.dublinpeople.com/article.ph
p?id=2614
Mike
Taken from
http://www.eteknix.com/people-whowatch-too-much-tv-are-twice-as-likely-todie-early/
Darrin
Taken from http://lists10.com/10reasons-fishing-fun/
Christina
Taken from
http://www.greenlifestylemag.com.au/
features/2186/print-books-vs-e-books
Alina and Vania
Taken from
http://joediamondevents.com/shop/kar
aoke/
1. Did Terry play soccer yesterday afternoon? ___________________________________________

2. Did Mike watch TV last weekend? ___________________________________________________
3. Did Christina read a book last Sunday? _______________________________________________
4. Did Sophie and Danny go to work last Saturday? _______________________________________
5. Did Darrin go swimming two days ago? _______________________________________________
6. Did Alina and Vania sing karaoke at the party? _________________________________________
10.4 Asking for information about past events

We can ask for specific information about past events, using the WH- questions we have seen in
previous lessons. The structure is the same as interrogative sentences:
Dont forget that
What time DID you GET UP yesterday?

I GOT UP at noon.
In Simple Past questions, we use the auxiliary

DID and the verb remains in its present form.
Did you GO shopping?
Where DID Sean GO last summer vacation?

He WENT to the mountains.
When did Jeff CALL you?
ACTIVITIES
A. Circle the alternative that best answers the question.
1. Who did Stella go to the beach with?
2. When did you take your last exams?
a.) She goes with her friends
a.) I took them last Thursday
b.) She went last weekend
b.) I take them at 10:30 in the morning
c.) She went with her family
c.) I took them at the institute
3. Why did George stay home all weekend?
4. Where did Eric and Mary travel last month?
a.) Because he felt sick
a.) They travel to San Pedro de Atacama
b.) Because he has a fever
b.) They stay in a hotel
c.) Because he is tired
c.) They travelled to Arica
5. How long did Tanya take to arrive home?
6. What did they do last weekend?
a.) It took her 20 minutes
a.) They go dancing to the disco
b.) It takes her 30 minutes
b.) We read a book
c.) It is half an hour
c.) Nothing, they went to bed early
B. Complete these conversations with the correct questions.

1. Margaret: Hey, Sue! Whats up?
Sue: Hey! Im fine, and you?
Margaret: Great! So, _______________________________________?
Sue: Last weekend?
Well, I went shopping on Saturday and I studied for the test on Sunday.
_______________________________________?
Margaret: No, I didnt study at all!
I didnt have time, because some friends from Crdova visited us
and I had to spend a lot of time with them.

2. Briana: _________________________________________?
Theo: I went to the beach last summer.
Briana: _________________________________________?
Theo: In February.
I worked in January.
Briana: And _______________________________________?
Theo: With my family. And you? _______________________________?
Briana: NoI just stayed home
Taken from
http://www.resortcollection.com/blog/2013/05/resort
-collection-travel-surpasses-1-million-in-travelbooked/group-travel-at-the-beach/
10.5 Using the appropriate words

In English, there are certain words that just go with others. You can use other similar verbs and
English speakers will probably understand you, but it will sound very odd to them.
A. Complete these verbs with words that usually go with them. Then, write a sentence indicating
when was the last time you did three of these activities:
E.g.: GO shopping
DO
________________
________________
________________
GO
________________
________________
________________
HAVE
________________
________________
________________
TAKE
________________
________________
________________
MAKE
________________
________________
________________
I went shopping for my birthday, last Friday

1. ________________________________________________________________.
2. ________________________________________________________________.
3. ________________________________________________________________.
10.6 A different verb: TO BE

The verb TO BE is an irregular verb; that means that it changes in its past form. There are two forms
of TO BE in the past, and we use one or the other depending on the subject of our sentence:
WAS
I
he
she
it
WERE
you
we
they
AFFIRMATIVE
NEGATIVE
INTERROGATIVE
I was at the mall yesterday.
I wasnt very happy with the news.
Was I your teacher last year?
He was a very good student at

school.
Elisa wasnt my classmate.
Was your girlfriend your friend in

high school?
My friends were very lazy last

semester.
We werent in the same English

class.
Were you on vacation when I

visited you?
Carla, were you a good student in high school?
No, I wasnt. Actually, I was very lazy.

Where was Monica yesterday at 2pm? She didnt answer the phone!
Im not sure. I think she was at the supermarket.
ACTIVITIES
A. Read Melissas family story and fill in the gaps with the correct form of the verb Be in the past.
My family and I ____________ all born in Korea we
___________ born in the U.S. I __________ born in
the city of Inchon, and my brother __________ born
there, too. My parents __________ born in Inchon.
They ___________born in the capital, Seoul.
When my parents got married they ___________ very
young. My grandmother __________ terribly sad when
we moved to America. My grandfather ____________ a
little angry.
Taken from http://www.cindyclarissa.com/?tag=koreanfamily-portrait
When we arrived here our house ___________very nice but I ___________ happy anyway.

Look up the words you dont know in a dictionary. Then, read the text carefully and answer the
questions below.
Reclaiming that free time
There was a time, not too long ago, when

my day was packed from morning to night,
when I had meetings and long to-do lists
and worked long hours and the rest of my
time was filled up with social engagements
and meetings for civic responsibilities. I
had little time for my family, which ate me up, and little time to do the things Ive always wanted to
do.
Taken from http://www.f4feeds.co.in/6-best-ways-to-utilize-your-free-time/
Ive always wanted to write, but never had the time. Ive always wanted to exercise, but was too
busy. I always wanted to travel, but who can get away? Ive always wanted to spend time with my
kids, but work comes first, right?
Wrong. I finally got smart and decided that my life is my own, to do with as I wished, and so I took
a time out to decide what I really wanted my life to be like. Then I designed my life, and made a
series of decisions and steps to get my life to what I wanted it to be.
Today, I wake early and exercise or spend some quiet time reading and writing. Ive written a novel
and a non-fiction book. I write this blog. I run and have finally run a marathon (two actually) and
completed a triathlon. I spend afternoons and evenings and all weekends with my kids and wife.
My life is what Ive always wanted it to be, because I designed it to be that way and worked to
make that design come true.
It can be that way for you, to the extent that youre willing to make changes. Even if you just want
to free up a little time for a hobby or for doing something relaxing, you can do that.
15 Ways to Find More Free Time
Not all of these will be applicable to your life choose the ones you can apply and give them a try:
1. Take a time out. Freeing up your time starts with taking a step back to take a good look at your
life. With this block of time, take a look at your life with some perspective. Is it what youve always
wanted? How would you get to where youve always wanted to be? What do you enjoy doing, but
dont have enough time to do?
2.
Find your essentials. What is it that you love to do? Make a short list of 4-5 things. These
are the things you want to make room for.

3.
Find your time-wasters. What do you spend a lot of your time on that isnt on your essential
list? Take a close look at these things and really think about whether theyre necessary, or if there
are ways to reduce, minimize or eliminate these things.
4.
Schedule the time. Its crucial that you take a blank weekly schedule (you can just write it out
on a piece of paper, or use your calendar) and assign blocks for the things you love the stuff on
your essentials list. If you want to exercise, for example, when will you do it? Put the blocks of time
on your schedule, and make these blocks the most important appointments of your week.
Schedule the rest of your life around these blocks.
5.
Consolidate. There are many things you do, scattered throughout your day or your week, that
you might be able to consolidate in order to save time. A good example is errands instead of
running one or two a day, do them all in one day to save time and gas.
6.
Learn to say no. If you say yes to every request, you will never have any free time. Get
super protective about your time, and say no to everything but the essential requests.
7.
Keep your list to 3. When you make out your daily to-do list, just list the three Most Important
Tasks you want to accomplish today. By keeping your task list small, but populated only by
important tasks, you ensure that you are getting the important stuff done but not overloading
yourself.
8.
Do your Biggest Rock first. Of the three Most Important Tasks you choose for the day, pick
the biggest one, or the one youre dreading most, and do that first. Otherwise youll put that off as
much as possible and fill your day with less important things
9.
Delegate. If you have subordinates or coworkers who can do a task or project, try to delegate
it. Dont feel like you need to do everything yourself.

10. Cut out distractions. What is there around your workspace that distracts you from the task at
hand? See if you can eliminate as many of these as possible the more you can focus, the more
effective youll be and the less time youll waste. That equals time saved for the good stuff.
11. Disconnect. The biggest of distractions, for most people, is the Internet. My most productive
times are when Im disconnected from the grid. Now, Im not saying you need to be disconnected
all the time, but if you really want to be able to effectively complete tasks, disconnect your Internet
so you can really focus.
12. Make use of your mornings. I find that mornings are the absolute best times to schedule the
things I really want to do. I run, read and write in the mornings three of the four things on my
Essentials List (spending time with family is the other thing on the list). Mornings are great because
your day hasnt been filled with a bunch of unscheduled, demanding, last-minute tasks that will
push back those Essentials
13. The Golden Right-after-work Time. Other than mornings, I find the time just after work to be
an incredible time for doing Essential things. Exercise, for example, is great in the 6-oclock hour,
as is spending time with family, or doing anything else relaxing.
14. Your evenings. The time before you go to bed is also golden, as it exists every single day,
and its usually completely yours to schedule. What do you want to do with this time? Read? Spend
time with your kids? Work on a hobby youre passionate about? Take advantage of this time.
15. Lunch breaks. If the three golden times mentioned above dont work for you, lunch breaks
are another good opportunity to schedule things. Some people like to exercise, or to take quiet
times, during their lunch breaks. Others use this time to work on an important personal goal or
project.
Retrieved and adapted from: http://zenhabits.net/reclaim-your-time-20-great-ways-to-find-more-free-time/
1. According to the author, what are the essentials?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. What is the biggest distraction for most people? Is it the same for you?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. Why does the author prefer to do things in the morning?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. What do you think are your time-wasters?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
Solicitan y entregan descripciones de distintos vecindarios

y ciudades en contextos de interaccin escritos y orales,
utilizando elementos gramaticales y discursivos adaptados
a cada situacin particular.
11.1 Places in a neighborhood

What are the places you usually visit in your neighborhood? Check them:
___ A bank
___ A mall
___ A supermarket
___ A shoe store
___ A barber shop
___ A parking lot
___ A laundromat
___ A gas station
___ A stationary store
___ A library
___ A grocery store
___ A bookstore
11.2 Describing neighborhoods

When we describe our neighborhood in terms of what we can find there and what we cant, we can
use there is and there are, depending on the noun we are referring to singular or plural.
THERE IS is used with singular nouns:
E.g.:
There is a Lego store in my neighborhood
And when we want to ask questions
Is there a hair salon in your neighborhood?

Yes,
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http://campingtipsandtricksforbeginners.com/campingequipment-dorman/images-how-to-store-camping-gear/
there
is
one
next
to
the
supermarket.
No, there isnt. But there is one near
the office, so I go there.
THERE ARE is used with plural nouns:
There are two fast food restaurants near my

house
And when we want to ask questions
Are there any restaurants close to your
workplace?
Taken from
http://www.nytimes.com/2005/07/11/business/11yum.html?_r=0
Yes, there are three across from the

office.
No, there arent. But there are some
near the bus station.
11.3 Specifying locations
To describe your neighborhood better, it is a good idea to use Prepositions of Place. They will
specify where places are so that people can picture the map more easily.
Lets remember the most common prepositions of place:
The supermarket is ON Portugal Street.
Its NEXT TO the drugstore.
The supermarket is CLOSE TO / NEAR my apartment, so I can walk there.
My favorite restaurant is ACROSS FROM my office, so I just cross the street.
I love that clothing store at the mall, the one right IN FRONT OF Zara, remember?
The parking lot is right IN BACK OF / BEHIND the bank.
The bank is BETWEEN the gym and the bakery.
My house is ON THE CORNER OF Shelter Street and Winter Avenue.
ACTIVITIES
A. Look at the map and complete the conversation:
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Mr. Fox: Excuse me, sir. I think Im a little lost Is there a museum in this neighborhood? Where?
Karen: ______________________________________________________________________.
Mr. Fox: Oh, thanks a lot! And cafes? Are there any cafes around?
Karen: ______________________________________________________________________.
Mr. Fox: Cool! And how about cinemas? Are there any near here?
Karen: ______________________________________________________________________.
Mr. Fox: And is there a swimming pool? Id love to go swimming!
Karen: ______________________________________________________________________.
Mr. Fox: Oh thats okay. I guess I can make it downtown for that.
B. Think of your neighborhood and answer these questions, specifying locations when necessary.
1. Is there a drugstore near your house?
______________________________________________________________________.
2. Are there any hotels in your neighborhood?
______________________________________________________________________.
3. Are there any gas stations?
______________________________________________________________________.
4. Is there a mall near your house?
______________________________________________________________________.
11.5 Talking about quantities

As we did in previous lessons, we will use quantifiers to specify quantities. In this case, how many
restaurants or bookstores there are in our neighborhoods. Or how much noise there is around the
institute.
Lets see how to specify quantities according to the type of noun we are referring to:
Count nouns
Count nouns are those which we can count. We can count houses, apartment buildings, restaurants,
cafes, etc. When we ask or answer about them, we use PLURAL structures:
Are there many drugstores near your house?
Yes, there are A LOT.
Yes, there are A FEW.
No, there arent MANY.
No, there arent ANY.
No, there are NONE.
How many restaurants are there?
There are four.
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Noncount nouns
On the other hand, noncount nouns are those which we cannot count. We cant count crime,
pollution, noise, or parking. Therefore, when we ask or answer about these aspects, we use
SINGULAR structures:
Is there much noise around this AIEP building?
Yes, there is A LOT.
Yes, there are A LITTLE.
No, there isnt MUCH.
No, there isnt ANY.
No, there is NONE.
How much noise is there?
There is a lot.
Taken from
http://necesitodetodos.org/2014/06/contaminacion-auditivaprovoca-danos-graves/
ACTIVITIES
A. Answer these questions about AIEPs neighborhood:
1. Is there much pollution in this neighborhood?
______________________________________________________________________.
2. Are there many restaurants around?
______________________________________________________________________.
3. How much parking is there?
______________________________________________________________________.
4. How many ATMs are there around?
______________________________________________________________________.
5. Is there much public transportation near the building?
______________________________________________________________________.
B. How is your ideal neighborhood? Describe it using quantifiers and prepositions of place.
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

Look up the words you dont know in a dictionary. Then, read the text carefully and answer the
questions below.
How to find an ideal neighborhood

If you're in the market for a home, what constitutes an "ideal" neighborhood? For some - especially
younger homebuyers who are single - the ideal neighborhood is one in an urban setting close to
restaurants, entertainment and work. Cities may have more crime, but they also may have other
qualities that you consider attractive, such as
convenience and cultural activities. Buyers with
children may be looking for suburban locations,
where good schools, reasonable prices, parks
and porches are more attractive. The suburbs
may have lower crime statistics, but may be
farther from work. Yet others believe the ideal
neighborhood is a rural backdrop with the
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peace and serenity of the outdoors.
Whatever your preference, everybody has their own opinion on what makes an ideal
neighborhood. Finding a perfect neighborhood revolves around lifestyle issues - namely intangible
qualities like safety, comfort, convenience, and other amenities. Regardless of what constitutes
your ideal neighborhood, choosing the perfect neighborhood is one of the most difficult parts of
deciding where to live. Many real estate agents urge buyers to choose a neighborhood before they
choose a house. Homebuyers should decide a specific neighborhood they want to live in before
they purchase a home.
Here are a few tips to find the ideal neighborhood:
TIP 1:
Start your ideal neighborhood search by scouring web pages that can give you neighborhood
information and statistics.
TIP 2:
Contact a local real estate agent and request neighborhood information. Ask the agent: What is the
median sales price? How long do homes stay on the market?
TIP 3:
Contact the homeowner's association and request information.
TIP 4:
Talk with homeowners in the neighborhood you're looking at. Ask the homeowners about the
schools, the neighborhood, crime, traffic, noise and other issues.
TIP 5:
Visit the neighborhood at different times of the day. On the weekdays, visit the neighborhood in the
morning and the evening. Is there traffic noise? Is the neighborhood mostly families with children or
retirees?
After you have collected the neighborhood information, review all the material. Finding the ideal
neighborhood takes time and commitment. Homebuyers want to thoroughly check out a
neighborhood before spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on a home. So before you write
an offer on any property, do a little homework so you can find that perfect neighborhood.
Once you've prioritized all your neighborhood amenities and features, you'll find it's much easier to
focus your home search. Remember, the neighborhood is usually as important to the value of a
home as what's under its roof.
Retrieved and adapted from: http://www.realtytrac.com/Neighborhood/find-the-ideal-neighborhood.html
1. Whats the ideal neighborhood for young adults?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
2. Why is it important to take a look at the neighborhood before choosing a new house or apartment?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
3. What kind of neighborhood would be ideal for elderly people?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4. Why do you think its a good idea to visit the neighborhood at different times of the day?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
Answer keys
Page 5, Exercise A
1. F
4. F
2. I
5. I
3. I
6. I
Hospitality Services: Flight attendant Tour guide

Housekeeper
Entertainment business: Radio announcer Musician
Actor
Health: Massage therapist Vet - Paramedic
Page 6, Exercise B
Answers may vary (ask your teacher to check your
answers)
Page 8, Exercise A
1.) B
6.) A
2.) C
7.) B
3.) C
8.) B
4.) A
9.) B
5.) B
Page 10, Exercise A
Whats your name?
How do you spell your name?
Are you from? (Any city that is not Puerto Varas)
Page 11, Exercise B

1.) your
2.) its
3.) my
4.) his
5.) her
6.) your
7.) their
8.) our
9.) your
Page 13, Exercise A

answers)
Page 15, Reading Comprehension Activity N 1

answers)
Page 17, Exercise A

Office work: Accountant HR manager Graphic
designer
Food service: Cook Waiter Sous chef
Page 18, Exercise A

Answers may vary, but here there are some
suggestions:
1. A hotel receptionist answers the phone and helps
passengers
2. A journalist interviews people and gives the news
3. An architect designs buildings
4. A firefighter extinguishes fire and saves people from
danger
5. A nurse takes care of patients
6. A fashion designer creates and design beautiful
clothes
7. A taxi driver drives a taxi in the city
8. A flight attendant assists passengers on a plane
Page 20, Exercise A

1. What do you do?
Where do you work?
What do you do, exactly?
2. What does he do?
Where does he work?
How does he like it?
Page 23, Exercise A

1.) at
2.) in
3.) on
4.) after
5.) at
6.) at / around
7.) early
8.) in
9.) around / after
10.) at / around
11.) after
12.) at / around / after
13.) after
14.) until
15.) at
16.) after
17.) before
Page 23, Exercise B

answers)

answers)
Page 29, Exercise A
a.) 3,500 three thousand five hundred
b.) 18,672 eighteen thousand six hundred and seventy
two
c.) 230,700 two hundred thirty thousand and seven
hundred
d.) 911,045 nine hundred eleven thousand and forty
five
e.) 1,500,000 one million five hundred thousand
Page 32, Exercise A
Answers may vary, but here you have some
suggestions:
1) Its a place where you can buy clothes of different
kind.
2) Its a place where you can buy CDs and DVDs.
Sometimes they also offer books and magazines.
3) In a bakery you can find bread and other baked
products like cakes, muffins, and biscuits.
4) Its a place where you can buy candy of any kind,
chocolate and other sweet food like jam.
5) In a butchers, you can buy fresh meat like beef and
chicken
Page 36, Exercise A

1.) I prefer the black jeans, because the blue ones are
too typical. I think Im going to buy the black ones. How
much are the black ones?
2.) Which necklace do you think is more beautiful, the
gold one or the silver one? The gold one is way too
expensive, but its very elegant. And the silver one is
cheap, but I dont like it very much. Should I choose
the gold or the silver one?
3.) Sue is at the mall, buying a new bag. I hope she
buys the big one we saw yesterday, because its bigger
and more beautiful than the small one. Besides, the big
one is cheap; the small one is far too expensive.
Page 36, Exercise B

1. those / ones / ones / those / ones
2. this / one / one / one / that / one
Page 40, Activity A

1. small, checked, red and blue / fifteen (dollars)
2. striped black / forty eight (dollars) and seventy
five(cents)
3. black flowery / twenty three (dollars)
Beautiful plain blue / seventeen (dollars) and twenty
five (cents)

answers)
Page 47, Exercise A

1. cheaper
2. warmer than
3. larger
Page 48, Exercise B

suggestions:
1. The cowboy hat is more stylish than the wool one,
but the wool one is warmer.
2. The bathing shorts are cheaper than the Bermuda
ones, but the Bermuda ones are more formal.
3. The denim jacket is more comfortable than the
leather one, but the leather one is more beautiful.
Page 49, Exercise A

suggestions:
1. I like the canvas sneakers more. Theyre more
modern.
2. I prefer the Bentley car. Its more elegant.
3. I like the diamond earrings better. Theyre nicer.
Page 50, Exercise B

answers)
Page 51 Reading Comprehension Activity N 4

answers)
Page 54, Exercise A

TV Programs: soap opera talk show sitcom
docureality cartoons
Movies: western horror drama adventure
comedy war
Music: chillout country new age pop indie rap
gospel
Page 56, Exercise A

1. They are playing with them
2. She is playing the guitar while she sings
3. He is watching it with her
4. She is looking at it
Page 57, Exercise B

answers)
Page 57, Exercise C

1. Whos your favorite actress?
2. Whos your favorite actor?
3. Do you like pop music?
Page 58, Exercise A

suggestions:
1. She hates movie wars
2. Yes, she likes it very much.
3. She enjoys riding her bicycle.
4. No, she doesnt. She detests country music.

answers)
Page 66, Exercise A

suggestions:
1. I have to work late
2. Im sorry, but I want to go to zumba classes
3. Gee, Id like to, but its my moms birthday. Well
have a family dinner.
4. Its a great idea! Id love to!

answers)
Page 70, Exercise A

1. grandmother
2. sister
3. husband
4. uncle
5. nephew
6. niece
7. Children / kids
8. Brother
Page 72, Exercise A

suggestions:
1. My grandparents are taking dance lessons on
weekends
2. My mom is running every day
3. My little sister is playing with her toys now
4. My son is doing his homework this weekend
Page 73, Exercise B

answers)
Page 73, Exercise C

answers)
Page 75, Exercise A

1.) work
2.) study
3.) am studying
4.) go
5.) go
6.) am not doing
7.) is staying
8.) is learning
9.) have
10.) lives
11.) visits
12.) is saving

answers)
Page 80, Exercise A

answers)
Page 81, Exercise B

suggestions:
1.) Some people in USA are obese.
2.) In Japan few people are obese.
3.) Many people in Mexico are not obese.
4.) Not many people in Chile have obesity.
5.) A few European countries concentrate obese
population.
Page 82, Exercise C

answers)

answers)
Page 87, Exercise A

PLAY: soccer volleyball table tennis hockey golf
GO: bowling skiing skateboarding jogging
surfing bike riding
DO: yoga zumba fitness weight training karate
fencing
Page 87, Exercise B

answers)
Page 89, Exercise A

1. Jake and Alice frequently play volleyball in the yard
2. Theresa always goes swimming
3. My brothers usually do karate in the morning
4. Karla never goes jogging in the morning
5. Josh hardly ever plays soccer because hes very lazy
Page 89, Exercise B

suggestions:
1. Yes, he frequently does.
2. No, I never do.
3. Yes, they occasionally do.
Page 91, Exercise A

1. He goes dancing four times a month
2. They play rugby twice a week
3. She does exercise every day
4. They go to the movies together once a year
Page 92, Exercise B

answers)
Page 93, Exercise A

1. How often do you go to the gym?
2. How long do you work out?
3. How good are you at playing soccer?
Page 94, Exercise B
answers)

answers)
Page 102, Exercise A

suggestions:
1. No, he didnt. He did his homework
2. Yes, he did.
3. Yes, she did.
4. No, they didnt. They rode their bicycles at the park.
5. No, he didnt. He went fishing.
6. Yes, they did.

1.) C
4.) C
2.) A
5.) A
3.) A
6.) C
Page 104, Exercise B

1. What did you do last weekend?
Did you study for the test?
2. Where did you go last summer?
When did you go?
Who did you go with?

Did you do anything special?

answers)

were / werent / was / was / werent / were
were / was / was / wasnt / was

answers)

suggestions:
1. Yes, there is right across from the train station
2. Yes, there is a caf in front of the school

3. Yes, the cinema is next to the library.
4. No, there isnt any swimming pool around.

answers)

answers)

answers)

answers)
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2014
from:
46. Wool jacket (Web photo) Retrieved December 9th 2014 from http://www.retrotogo.com/2008/12/1930sstyle-gen.html
47.
Gold
ring
(Web
photo)
Retrieved
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December
9th
2014
from
48. Silver earrings (Web photo) Retrieved December 9th 2014 from http://www.quazoo.com/q/Earring
49. Plastic bracelet (Web photo) Retrieved December 9th from https://www.pinterest.com/beadsplastic/beadsplastic-bracelet/
50. Rubber boots (Web photo) Retrieved December 9th 2014 from http://rubberboots.info/
51. How to wear a scarf properly (Web photo) Retrieved December 9th
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53.
Polyester
pants
(Web
photo)
Retrieved
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54. Black and red plaid skirt (Web photo) Retrieved

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(Web
photo)
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December
63. Striped canvas sneakers (Web photo) Retrieved

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December
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77.
Bermuda
shorts
(Web
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Canvas
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Basketball
sneakers
(Web
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12th
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from
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Vicerrectora Acadmica

Cuaderno de Apuntes 2015

Direccin de Desarrollo Curricular y Evaluacin

Mdulo: INGLS III

APRENDIZAJE ESPERADO NO. 1

1.1. Saying hello and goodbye

FORMAL CONTEXT GREETINGS

FORMAL CONTEXT FAREWELLS

Dont forget that

A: It was nice meeting you, Mr. Thompson.

Miss: Single woman

Mr.: Single or married man

Mrs.: Married woman

INFORMAL CONTEXT GREETINGS

INFORMAL CONTEXT FAREWELLS

How are you doing?

Im doing great! And you?

2. A father greeting his son.

3. Two classmates greeting before class.

4. A secretary greeting her boss.

5. You greeting your boy/girlfriend.

6. A man greeting his wife.

Nice to see you!

GOOD TO SEE YOU

IT IS NICE TO MEET YOU

Taken from http://www.gauraw.com/5-things-learnt-making

Taken from http://www.viscoimages.com/photo/114002Happy-grandson-hugging-grandma/

Formal context conversation

Informal context conversation

1.2. Exchanging personal information

Im sorry, whats your name?

Whats your last name?

* What do people call you?

* They / People call me Monnie. (Everybody calls me)

* How do you spell your first name? M O N I C - A

What is Boston like?

Its an old small city, and very cold in winter.

Structures with to be are very basic:

AM I at the right office?

SheS NOT French.

IS your last name Medina?

They ARE my parents.

WeRE NOT students.

ARE you American?

1.3. Key questions when asking for specific information

Things (concrete or abstract)

People (plural or singular)

WHY are you so happy?

HOW are you?

WHAT TIME is the meeting?

WHAT is your last name?

1. How are you, Matt?

Taken from http://mattdamoncolumn.livejournal.com/295403.html

2. What city are you from exactly?

3. Where do you like going on vacations?

Taken from http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Damon

c) I like going to the mountains.

4. So when are you taking your vacations?

5. Who do you travel with?

b) Generally with my wife and

c) Im going with my wife.

c) We like going to the beach.

6. Are you currently filming any movies?

7. Why are you not filming now?