Digipen English 1 Class 21

Conversation Stems (con’d) This activity is with 1 partner Goal: Use your stem cards as much as possible...naturally. How: Have a conversation / debate about certain topics. By “playing” a card, AND using the phrase in the correct manner If successful...your team receives a point. Topics of Conversation: A wide variety Here is an example: (I need a helper)

Should cell phones be banned in schools? Cell phones should be banned from school Cell phones shouldn’t be banned from school

What is the best pizza topping?

Do celebrities make bad role models?

Is it better to be honest and poor or dishonest and rich?

Is it better to date someone attractive and popular or intelligent and smart?

Should homework be banned?

Which is better to have as a pet: a dog or a cat?

Which is better to have as a pet: a dog or a cat?

Volunteers Need two teams to show a great example of a conversation / debate

Which is the best? Bottled water or normal “tap” water?

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Reading: With a Partner...

G J A H D I E F B C

Discuss the Questions with a Partner How do you keep track of your finances? Have you ever been reluctant to try something new? Explain. What kinds of things do you have a tendency to put off doing? In what situations do you consult a dictionary? A grammar book? What is something that you keep confidential?

Homework & General NOTE Quizlet (finish 100% before May 16th 10pm) Big Data TEST / MATCH / LEARN Print (bring next class session) “Kemmy Presentation Highlights” Note for next class: English Presentation Contest Shattuck Room 132 @ 3pm