1. Task Writing a letter for advice

2. As a teenager, what kind of trouble do you often have? Skill building 1: asking for and giving advice troubles

3. Some subjects are so difficult. There is too much homework. I will be punished if I refuse to finish my homewrok independently. Watching TV and playing computer games are not allowed. Curled( 卷 ) or dyed （染） hair cannot be tolerated.

4. My out-of-class reading book has been taken away by Miss Song. Mobile phone cannot see the sunlight. I have just a little time to sleep. I get weight this month.

5. If there is a person called “ 十万个怎么办 ” ， how can you turn to him for help? When asking for advice: State your problem clearly Ask for help directly and clearly Modal verbs are often used (can/should/have to/must/had better… )

6. Can/could you give me some advice? What can/should I do? How can I/should I...? Should I...?

7. Trouble: I often feel tired and fall sleep in class. What should /can I do?

8. You should: Go to bed early. Take exercise. Be in good mood.

9. I can’t understand what the teachers say in many classes.

10. You should: 1.Think and ask questions 2.Listen carefully During the class Before class 1.Preview 2.Find questions After class 1.Do exercises 2.Review

11. When giving advice: Ask questions to make sure you fully( 完全 )understand the problems. Show your sympathy( 同情 ) to the people asking advice. Use modal verbs such as should or must, phrases such as make sure, or imperatives( 祈使句 ):

12. 2.Give advice:  You should/must talk to Miss Song about it.  You should make sure to study hard.  Take exercise at your spare time. 1.Show sympathy: I'm sorry to hear that. I hate it when that happens! I know just what you mean!

13. Translation: 1. A: 我应该怎么办？ B: 你应该努力学习。 2.A: 我该怎么让他们理解我？ B: 你应该和父母交流。 3. 你应该锻炼身体。 4.A: 我应该告诉他事实吗？ B: 你必须告诉他事实。 5. 别吃垃圾食品。 1.A:What should I do? B:You should study hard. 2.A:How can I make them understand me? B:You should communicate with your parents. 3.You should take exercise. 4.A:Should I tell them the truth? B:Yes, you must tell him. 5.Don't eat junk food!

14. Listen to five people asking for advice and complete the sentences. Answers: 1. ________________ 2. ________________ 3. ________________ 4. ________________ 5. ________________ footballlonely scienceactress refuses listensshouts examworried

15. Step 1: Listening to a radio programme Answers: 1. _________ 2. _________ 3. _________ 4. _________ Jane William RichardChristina A. Listen to a radio show and write the names of the callers.

16. B. Complete the notes. Answers: 1. __________________ 2. __________________ 3. __________________ 4. __________________ join honestthought feel sports shouting at

17. Page 33 Listening Host: Welcome to Talk Time. This is George. Tell me your name and problem. Caller 1: My name is Christina and I’m calling about my mum. She often sighs and sometimes even cries, and then says we don’t spend enough time together. I love her, but I have things I want to do in

18. my life. How can I still have fun and let my mum know I love her? Host: Invite your mum to join you doing the things you like. That way you can have fun and see your mum at the same time! Good luck, Christina! Hello, next caller, how can I help you? Caller 2: Hi, my name is Richard. My mum bought me some new clothes, but I don’t like what

19. she got me. Should I tell her? Host: Richard, you should be honest, but let her know you are happy that she thought of you. I’m sure she won’t mind if you change them for something different. Good luck. Who is my next caller? Caller 3: Hello, Talk time? This is Jane. I called last week about my grandma. Host: Yes, Jane, you wanted to tell her

20. that you want to live with your other grandparents, right? Caller 3: Yes, I took your advice and told her how I feel. You were right. She understood! Thanks so much. Host: Glad to help! We’ve got time for one more call. Caller 4: My father always shouts angrily at me. He says, ‘William, turn off that TV and go outside! But I don’t want to go outside! How

21. can I make him stop shouting? Host: Well, you shouldn’t spend so much time watching TV. It isn’t good for your eyes. Join a sports team. You will feel better and your father will stop shouting at you. Thanks for calling in! Listen to Talk Time again next week at this time.