1. Introduction to TV Shows
Sitcoms, relationships, plot, and more

2. Compare and Contrast Compare Contrast same both similar just like
similarly
in common
in the same way
as well
the same as
also
differ
although
different
even though
difference
on the other hand
however
but

3. Movie and TV Show Brainstorming comparison
There are many different ways that TV Shows and Movies are different.
Consider the words that we reviewed.
In groups, brainstorm all of the different ways that they are different or similar
Think about what we have talked about in class

4. What is your favorite genre?
Genres of TV shows
Sitcom – “situation comedy,” informal comedy
Documentary – educational, about something informational
Soap Opera – lots of drama and relationships, not always funny
Cartoon – animated TV show
Travel or Holiday – reality show about traveling, also about eating
Kids/Children’s – shows made for kids’ education
Drama – can have a lot of drama or action or romance
Reality – about the “real” lives of people in various situations
Talk Show – a host talks to guests for entertainment
What is your favorite genre?

5. Useful Vocabulary: sense of humor (noun): can be good or bad
humorous (adjective)
amusing (adjective)
dark humor: a funny way to look at something serious or sad
dry humor: something funny or clever that is not loud or obvious
gag (noun): a joke or funny story
sarcasm: saying the opposite of what you mean, usually to be funny or confrontational
wit (noun): the ability to notice and express uniquely funny things
Useful Vocabulary:

6. Sitcom “Situation Comedy”
Situation: Very smart, socially awkward guys (“nerds”) hanging out with normal, very attractive girls
Comedy: Funny experiences they have together

7. Describe your family to your partner
Immediate Family:
Mother, Father,
Siblings (brothers and sisters)
Anyone you have lived with.
Extended Family:
Grandparents,
Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews
Anyone you have never lived with.

8. Talking about your family
Don’t say
Instead say
“My family has father, mother, sister and me.”
“There are 4 people in my family: My father, my mother, my sister, and me.”

9. Questions about your family
Do you get along with all of your family members?
Are you pressured by your family to act in a certain way?
How far back do you know your family tree?
Do you prefer spending time with your family or friends?
Are there any strange people in your family?
How important is having a family in your future?

10. Mr. and Mrs. Kim Janet and Jung Kimchee Shannon owners of a store
in Toronto, Canada
Janet and
Jung
sister and
brother
Kimchee
Shannon
Jung’s
best friend
Jung’s boss

11. While watching

12. Compare and Contrast Review
same
both
similar
just like
similarly
in common
in the same way
as well
the same as
also
differ
although
different
even though
difference
on the other hand
however
but

13. Plot out a sitcom
In groups of 4, choose a sitcom genre and create a plot line for an episode.
***Consider the setting (time and place) and characters

14. TV Show Comparison Lesson
In groups, you will teach the class about the similarities and differences between Korean TV shows and the TV shows from another country. You need to teach the class for 3-5 minutes. Consider everything that we have talked about in class (genre, plot, characters) as well as anything else you can think about. Each person in your group should do something. Your presentation should have:
Use good grammar (simple present and simple past are great ways to do that!)
Video Clips (not too long, but fun clips)
3 Quiz questions for the class
Make it interesting! Interesting presentations get better grades!
***Please do not read from a script! Reading will result in a low grade!***
***This assignment is not supposed to be big or hard. Don’t stress  ***