Conversation
You remembered many English words this morning.
Yes, it comes from Chinglish but it is used commonly in the United States.
Every class has this on the blackboard.
I can hear you, I just can't see you.
That usually means that we have a bad connection.
yes, every weekend I am learning English and algorithms for work.
I prefer to stay home and do BBQ.
I think a normal weekend is too short for a trip too because Singapore is a small country. I can' t leave this country for another country for a trip.
Last weekend, I was learning English and watching some TV shows, a Japanese movie and learning algorithms for my interview.
I like Japanese animation.
Cartoon
Next Wednesday is Singapore's public holiday. It is May 1 which is May Day.
If you get a long weekend like three or four days. What would you like to do?
I want to learn English because I want to leave this country. I must struggle to learn English.
This is my before my 35 year old life. I have a five year plan.
Lesson 5: Planning for the Weekend
DIALOGUE
Kevin and Dorothy are talking about weekend plans.
Kevin: What are you up to this weekend? Dorothy: I‘m thinking about having a picnic with some friends. Kevin: That sounds like fun. Dorothy: What plans do you have? Kevin: Oh, nothing special. Dorothy: You‘re welcome to join us if you are free. We’re meeting up at Dolores Park Saturday afternoon. Kevin: Sure, let me just check with Gina. She mentioned something about a music festival. Dorothy: Feel free to invite her and other friends if you want. Kevin: Do you need me to bring anything? Dorothy: Some drinks and snacks would be nice and don’t forget your sunscreen!
VOCABULARY
| Expression | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|
| up to | have plans to do… | I wonder what Mark is up to. |
| thinking about + (~ing) | plan to do… | My friends are thinking about going to a movie. |
| picnic | a trip or party that includes a meal eaten outdoors | This weekend I have a family picnic. |
| be welcome to… | – | Your friends are welcome to come over as well. |
| meet up at … | to come together | The boys met up at the school. |
| check with someone | ask someone if it’s okay to do… | I need to check with my boss if I can take a day off. |
| mention | to talk about, write about, or refer to (something or someone) especially in a brief way | She’s never mentioned anything to me about her husband. |
| festival | a special time or event when people gather to celebrate something | Each year, a festival was held to celebrate the harvest. |
| feel free to… | -don’t be afraid to | Please feel free to ask any questions you have. |
| sunscreen | a lotion that you put on your skin to prevent sunburn by blocking out some of the sun’s rays | This sunscreen has 100 SPF. |
EXERCISE
1. What are you up to this weekend?
I am thinking about going for a short trip.
I have a family reunion.
Your answer:_______________________________
2. Do you normally have plans for the weekends?
Yes, I like to plan activities for my weekends.
No, I usually don’t have any plans.
Your answer:_______________________________
3. Who are you meeting up with this weekend?
I am having dinner with my sister.
I don’t have any plans yet.
Your answer:_______________________________
4. Do you like to spend your weekend with friends?
Yes, and weekends are the only time I can meet up with my friends.
I prefer to stay at home and read.
Your answer:_______________________________
5. Have you ever planned any weekend trips?
I used to go camping just outside the city.
I think a normal weekend is too short for a trip.
Your answer:_______________________________
CONVERSATION
- What did you do last weekend?
- Are you happy with a two-day weekend or should it be three days?
- What do you want to do for the next long weekend?
- What would life be like without weekends?
- Do you know what ‘Monday blues’ means?