Unit 4 What would you do?
Part 1: Teaching design (第一部分：教學設計)
Structures: Second conditional, Should for advice
Target language:
What would you do if you won a million dollars?
I’d give it to medical research.
I can’t sleep the night before an exam. What should I do?
If I were you, I’d take a long walk before going to bed.
Vocabulary: million, charity, pimple, confident, shirt, tie, medical research
Learning strategies: Matching, Listening for key words
SECTION A
Goals
●To learn to use Second conditional and Should for advice
●To listen and talk about imagined life
Procedures
Warming up by learning about Second conditional and Should for advice
The second conditional (also called conditional type 2) is a structure used for talking about unreal situations in the present or in the future. This page will explain how the second conditional is formed, and when to use it.
The structure of a second conditional sentence
Like a first conditional, a second conditional sentence consists of two clauses, an "if" clause and a main clause:
if clause main clause
If I had a million dollars, I would buy a big house.
If the "if" clause comes first, a comma is usually used. If the "if" clause comes second, there is no need for a comma:
main clause if clause
I would buy a big house if I had a million dollars.
We use different verb forms in each part of a second conditional:
if clause if + subject + simple past verb*
main clause subject + would + verb
1a Talking about imaginary situations
What would you do if you had a lot of money?
If I had a lot of money, I would give it to charity.
If I had a lot of money, I would buy snacks.
If I had a lot of money, I would give it to Hope Project.
If I had a lot of money, I would buy books for the poor.
1b Listening and numbering
Now you are going to listen and number the pictures 1 to 3 in the order you hear them.
Tapescript
Girl1: Hey, did you see this newspaper article? An old man had a million dollars. And he gave it to charity.
Boy1: Wow, what a nice man!
Girl1: What would you do if you had a million dollars?
Boy1: If I had a million dollars, I’d give the money to the zoo. I want to help the pandas.
Girl1: That’s a gook idea! I know what I’d do. I’d buy a big house for my family.
Girl2: Really? I’d put the money in the bank. Then I’d just watch it grow!
Boy2: Hmmmm… I think I’d give the money to medical research. I’d want to help other people.
Now listen again and write down the sentences with Second conditional and Should for advice
1c Doing pairwork
Let’s pretend that we are the people in the picture on page 26. Talk with your partner about what you would do if you had a million dollars.
Look. This old man had a million dollars, and he gave it to charity.
Wow! What would you do if you won a million dollars?
I’d give it to medical research.
I’d take a chance to achieve my dream of flying to the moon.
If I won a million dollars, I’d stop working and become a professional runner.
I’d go to an old people’s home to help them.
I’d volunteer at the hospital twice every week.
2a Listening and circling
Listen to the tape and circle the reasons in the box on page 27 why Larry is nervous.
Tapescript
Girl1: Where are you going, Larry?
Boy1: To Tom’s party.
Girl1: Lucky you! I’d love to go to that party!
Boy1: Yeah, well, I’m a little nervous. I don’t know what to wear.
Girl1: If I were you, I’d wear a shirt and tie.
Boy1: And I don’t have a present. What if everyone brings a present?
Girl1: If I were you, I’d take a small present-a pen or
something. Keep it in your pocket and if everyone has a present,
you can give him yours. If not, you can keep it.
Boy1: OK. But what if I don’t know anyone?
Girl1: If you don’t know anyone, you can talk to Tom. He’ll introduce you to people.
Boy1: I guess I can do that.
Girl1: Look! You’re sure to have fun. But if you’re still nervous, you can leave.
Now listen again and write down all the expressions onto your phrase book.
go to that party, a little nervous, wear a shirt and tie, have a present, bring a present, take a small present, keep…in your pocket, know anyone, talk to…, introduce… to …, have fun
2b Listening and checking
Listen to the tape again and check on page 27 the four things Larry’s sister says to him.
2c Doing pairwork
Xu Linfeng, you are Larry. Men Yating, you are Larry’s sister. Xu is going to talk about his worries and Men is going to give him advice.
X: I don’t know what to wear. M: If I were you, I’d wear a shirt and tie.
X: I don’t have a present. What if everyone else brings a present? M: If I were you, I’d take a small present-a pen or something.
X: What if I don’t know anyone? M: If you don’t know anyone, you can talk to Tom. He’ll introduce you to people.
… …
3a Reading and matching
Go to page 28. Read the problems in the boxes and match them with the correct advice.
And now write down all the expressions into your phrase book.
be really shy, enjoy parties, get nervous before big parties, get pimples, look terrible, the night before…, take a big exam, do well, help with…, eat lots of fruits, drink lots of water, take a long walk, go to bed, look friendly, feel shy
3b Thinking and role playing
Next you are going to think of different advice for the problems in activity 3a. Role play conversations with your partner.
A: I am really shy. I don’t enjoy parties. B: If I were you, I’d go and shout in the street. I’d set up parties and invite all my classmates to come and sing and dance.
A: I get nervous before big parties and I get pimples. B: Pimples look good to me. They are not terrible at all. If I were you, the night before the big exam I’d lie in bed counting the cows, the sheep, the cattle and the horses. Then I’d have a nice sleep. If you count as many cows as possible you’d do well in the exam.
A: I can’t lose my weight. B: If I were you, I’d eat lots of fruits, drink lots of water and take a long walk before going to bed every evening.
4. Doing group work
You are put into pairs and find out each other’s problems at school and at home. Then give each other advice.
I really want to go to the mall with my parents, but I don’t have the time. Finish your homework at school and stop going to Sunday classes. You’ll find time that way.
I failed the driver’s exam and cannot get my driver’s license. Go practicing driving more often and go over the textbook three more times. You won’t fail next time.
My father does not want me to get my ears pierced. If I were you, I’d go to my mother for support. Or you can ask your mother to have her ears pierced first.
I have to go to school on foot. I want to take the bus. Going to school on foot is good for your health. Go on going to school, to any places nearby on foot. It save money, too.
I like to choose my own clothes, but my mother doesn’t allow me to do that. Wear your school uniforms while you are still a student. Wait till you are a big man and you’d have the right to choose your own clothes.
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Closing down by taking a test on Second conditional
Match up the parts of the sentence
1. If I lost my job,
a) we'd both benefit.
b) I'd have a lot of problems getting another one.
c) you'd be more aware of what people really felt.
d) we wouldn't be so behind technologically.
2. If I were in your position,
a) I'd resign rather than wait to be sacked.
b) I'd have a lot of problems getting another one.
c) you'd be more aware of what people really felt.
d) we wouldn't be so behind technologically.
3. If I spoke Japanese as well as you do,
a) I'd resign rather than wait to be sacked.
b) I'd try to find a job with one of the Japanese banks.
c) we'd both benefit.
d) we wouldn't be so behind technologically.
4. If we spent more on Research and Development,
a) I'd resign rather than wait to be sacked.
b) I'd have a lot of problems getting another one.
c) I'd try to find a job with one of the Japanese banks.
d) we wouldn't be so behind technologically.
5. If you spoke less and listened more,
a) I'd resign rather than wait to be sacked.
b) I'd have a lot of problems getting another one.
c) I'd try to find a job with one of the Japanese banks.
d) you'd be more aware of what people really felt.
6. If you spent more time on your own problems and a bit less on mine,
a) I'd resign rather than wait to be sacked.
b) I'd have a lot of problems getting another one.
c) we'd both benefit.
d) I'd try to find a job with one of the Japanese banks.
7. If we controlled our expenses a bit better,
a) I'd resign rather than wait to be sacked.
b) I'd have a lot of problems getting another one.
c) we'd save a lot of money.
d) I'd try to find a job with one of the Japanese banks.
8. If you invested some time into learning how the Internet works,
a) you'd find that it could really help you in your job.
b) I'd have a lot of problems getting another one.
c) we wouldn't be so behind technologically.
d) I'd try to find a job with one of the Japanese banks.
9. If we opened an office in Tokyo,
a) we wouldn't be so behind technologically.
b) you'd be more aware of what people really felt.
c) I'd be interested in working there.
d) we'd both benefit.
10. If you didn't take the job,
a) you'd regret it later.
b) you'd be more aware of what people really felt.
c) we wouldn't be so behind technologically.
d) I'd try to find a job with one of the Japanese banks.
SECTION B
Goals
●To find out about people’s personalities
●To learn to communicate by Second conditional and Should for advice
Procedures
Warming up by learning about personality
What is personality? What is your personality?
In psychology, personality describes the character of emotion, thought, and behavior patterns unique to a person. There are several theoretical perspectives on personality in psychology, which involve different ideas about the relationship between personality and other psychological constructs, as well as different theories about the way personality develops.
1a Describing and filling
Turn to page 29 and fill in the blanks with words given.
1b Which words in activity 1a describe you? Tell your partner.
What are you like? I think I am creative and outgoing.
Words used to describe people
Adventurous, superstitious, dependant (on), unfriendly, aggressive, active, old-fashioned, anxious, adaptable, decent, moral, annoyed, irritated, arrogant, very irritating, enlightened, well-informed, upset, excited, open, open-minded, sincere, honest, crazy, flipped-out, well-balanced, stable, shy, timid, talented, gifted, excited, enthusiastic, crazy, mad, persevering, persistent; dogged, helpful, well-known/famous, crazy, loopy, mad, zany, popular, modest, humble, self-effacing, demented, crazy, possessive, spellbinding, fascinating, silly, ignorant, stupid, spiteful, evil, angry, mean, spiteful, well-behaved, good, chaotic, disorganized, charming, cool, thankful, grateful, dumb, self-centred, ambitious, honest, jealous, selfish, simple, plain, simply, arrogant, smug, vain, unique, matchless, lonely, lonesome, vain, very mean, detestable, disgusting, elegant, classy, touchy, sensitive (to), sensitive, feeling, energetic; assertive, committed, dedicated, narrow-minded, successful
serious, first-class, fair, fantastic, fascinating, lazy, cowardly, fainthearted, refined, unchanging, solid, fit, feeling good, hard-working, industrious, progress-minded, cheeky, kind, friendly, happy, cheerful, merry, thoughtful, considerate, hospitable, generous, educated, cultured; well informed, patient, dangerous, full-of-feeling, sentimental, brilliant, stingy, cheap, tight, rude, low, ignorant, pleasant, brilliant, genius, just; fair; impartial, valued, dear, appreciated, clever, skillful, skillful, clever (at), closed, reserved, talkative, chatty, talkative, sociable, healthy, conscientious, greedy, reliable, trustworthy, pathetic (towards); unconcerned (about), indifferent (to), happy, lucky, rude, generous, well-dressed, good-humoured, well informed (on), good-natured, stubborn, hard-headed, stubborn, domestic, home-loving, cheerful, bright, clear-headed, uninhibited, unworried, wonderful, magnificent, heartless, helpful, cooperative, helpful, deceitful, tricky, naughty, proud, snobby, stuck-up, polite, hungry, realistic
2a Listening and checking
Cella is asking Bill questions from a personality survey. Check the questions Cella asks.
Tapescript
Girl1: I just did a personality survey in Teen Time magazine. It tells you how confident you are.
Boy1: Oh? How did you do, Celia?
Girl1: I don’t know yet. But it’s a really interesting test. You should try it, Bill.
Boy1: OK.
Girl1: How about question 1? What would you do if the teacher asked you to give a speech in front of the whole school?
Boy1: I’d say I had a cold and couldn’t speak. I would be afraid to make a speech in front of the whole school.
Girl1: How about this movie question? What would you do if someone asked you to be in a movie?
Boy1: Oh, I’d say no. I’d be too nervous. What’s the next question?
Girl1: Let’s see…
2b Listening and circling
You shall listen again to the recording and circle Bill’s responses. Copy the phrases from the listening script.
do a personality survey, in Teen Time magazine, a really interesting test, give a speech, in front of the whole school, have a cold, be afraid to make a speech, in front of the whole school, in a movie
2c Doing pairwork
In pairs ask and answer the questions in the personality survey on page 29.
3a Reading and filling
Look at the survey in 2a and read the personality survey result below on page 30. Fill in the balnks with a, b or c.
3b Looking and writing
Next you are to write your own personality survey based on the that in 2a.
4 Doing groupwork
Ask students in your group the questions from your survey. Discuss the results.
Closing down by taking a personality survey
Read each statement carefully, and choose one answer from “Strongly Agree”, “Agree”, “Disagree”, “ Strongly Disagree” as a description of you.
Questions Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree
Waste my time?
Often feel blue?
Seldom feel blue?
Have little to say?
Do not like art?
Believe in the importance of art?
Dislike myself?
Have a good word for everyone?
Feel comfortable with myself?
Feel comfortable around people?
Am not interested in abstract ideas?
Have a sharp tongue?
Are always prepared?
Keep in the background?
Pay attention to details?
Rarely get irritated?
Respect others?
Make friends easily?
Have a vivid imagination?
Find it difficult to get down to work?
Am not easily bothered by things?
Know how to captivate people?
Avoid philosophical discussions?
Accept people as they are?
Get chores done right away?
skilled in handling social situations?
Cut others to pieces?
Carry out my plans?
Am very pleased with myself?
Would describe my experiences as somewhat dull?
Do not enjoy going to art museums?
Suspect hidden motives in others?
Do just enough work to get by?
often down in the dumps?
Tend to vote for liberal political candidates?
Tend to vote for conservative political candidates?
Make people feel at ease?
Make plans and stick to them?
Have frequent mood swings?
Don't like to draw attention to myself?
Carry the conversation to a higher level?
Get back at others?
Don't see things through?
Panic easily?
Don't talk a lot?
Enjoy hearing new ideas?
Insult people?
Shirk my duties.
Believe that others have good intentions?
SELF CHECK
1.Filling the blanks
On page 31 is a box with sentences in black. Read them and fill in the blanks with a correct word given. Make changes to the form if necessary.
2.Reading an e-mail
Read the e-mail from Fran and copy all the expressions.
Subject: Can you help? From: Fran
Dear Knowledgeable,
My best friend, Mei, has a problem. There is a really important English speech contest for our whole city next month. Our classmates want her to represent the class in the school contest. Everyone is sure she will win. It’s probably true. Mei is very clever, and can speak English really well. In fact, she always comes top in the school exams. The problem is that she’s very shy. She doesn’t want to let her friends down, but she’s terrified of speaking in front of other people. She’s my friend, so she can tell me that she’s shy. But she can’t tell everyone that. I don’t think they would believe her. I can’t think of any good advice to give her, but you always come up with good solutions to people’s problems. What do you think I should tell Mei? What do you think I should tell the rest of the students? Fran
Just for fun
To end this period let’s do something fun-to find the animals.
Reading: What would you do if …?
Before you read, go to page 148 to learn the words for this reading passage first.
While you read, put the sentences into thought groups and underline all the useful phrases to be copied later after class.
Martin Robinson is a famous doctor/ who has a lot of experience/ dealing with teenagers. His new book/ What Would You Do/ If…? came out/ last month. It gives advice/ on what to do/ in lots of different situations. Here are two pages/ from the book.
ACCIDENTS
Question 1: What would you do/ if you cut yourself/ by accident?
Doctor: You should cover the cut/ with a clean cloth /and press it/ hard. If it’s a deep cut, you should see a doctor.
Question 2: If my grandmother fell downstairs, and wasn’t moving, I’d hurry/ to call the hospital/ first. Is that/ correct?
Doctor: Yes, speed is very important. Get the medical help/ first, then make her comfortable/ and stay/ with her.
Question 3: What would you do/ if you burned yourself/ by accident?
Doctor: Well, first find out/ how bad/ it is. Then/ put the burned area/ under cold running water.
Question 4: What would you do/ if you injured your knee /while running?
Doctor: If I felt some pain, I’d stop exercising. And/ if it hurt/ for more than a few days, I’d see a doctor.
PROBLEMS
Problem 1: A friend offers you cigarettes/ at a party.
Advice: Of course/ you should refuse！If I were you, I’d also talk to your friend/ about the dangers of smoking.
Problem 2: Children often think/ medicine is candy/ and eat it.
Advice: You must always hide medicine/ from children, and/ you should tell children/ to ask their parents/ before they eat “candy”/ they find.
Problem 3: An “internet friend” has asked/ if you could meet.
Advice: You should tell your parents/ about it, agree to meet/ in a public place, and you shouldn’t go alone.
Problem 4: You get pimples/ when you are nervous.
Advice: You should drink lots of water/ and ask your doctor for advice.
Part 2: Teaching Resources (第二部分：教學資源)
A Personality survey
In School
1. I like teachers who set routines and have organized ways of conducting classes.
2. I like classes to be "hands on," I like to play games, compete, and solve problems.
3. I like my teachers, especially those who are friendly.
4. I learn best by working by myself.
5. I prefer teachers who stay on one topic at a time.
6. I like classes that have contests, changes of pace, and variety.
7. My favorite subjects are about people, such as language, drama, and literature.
8. I am easily bored if the subject holds no interest to me.
9. I like subjects that are useful and traditional, such as history and government.
10. My favorite subjects are music, art, and crafts.
11. I am social and work best in a group setting.
12. Sometimes, it is hard for me to decide what's important, because so many things are interesting to me.
With Friends
13. I prefer friends who are careful with their money and who make plans ahead of time.
14. Planning ahead bores me because I never know what I want to do until the moment arrives.
15. I am sensitive to rejection and need to know that a person cares about me.
16. I may seem distant and without emotions.
17. I like my friends to be loyal, dependable, and on time.
18. I like to excite my friends with new and different things.
19. I appreciate real, human feedback and like to receive notes and gifts.
20. I am uneasy about showing my emotions.
With Family
21. I like stability and security and enjoy traditions and celebrations.
22. I need a lot of space and freedom.
23. I like to be happy and loving.
24. I am probably seen as a loner because I like a lot of private time to think.
25. I like to spend holidays with family members and plan on such gatherings for months and months.
26. It is hard for me to follow rules and I feel we all should just enjoy one another.
27. I am very sensitive to rejection from my family and to family conflicts.
28. Sometimes, I find activities boring and have difficulty following family rules that don't make sense to me.