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Phrasal verbs about learning a language

  •  English    12     Public
    Students will have a conversation using phrasal verbs about learning a language
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  • Have you ever needed to brush up on a language before traveling to a new country? How did you do it?
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  • What strategies do you use to catch up if you miss a language class or fall behind on your studies?
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  • Do you find that certain language rules need to be drummed into you repeatedly before you remember them? Can you give an example?
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  • What do you do to avoid falling behind in your language studies, especially when you’re busy with other responsibilities?
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  • How do you find out the meanings of new words or phrases in a language you’re learning? Do you use a dictionary, ask a teacher, or use another method?
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  • Have you ever traveled to a country where you only knew a few phrases of the local language? How did you get by?
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  • When you encounter an unfamiliar word while reading in a new language, do you immediately look it up or try to understand it from context first?
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  • Have you ever mixed up words or phrases in a new language in a funny or embarrassing way? What happened?
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  • What are some effective ways you’ve found to pick up new vocabulary or grammar rules in a language you’re learning?
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  • Do you think reading out loud helps with language learning? Why or why not? Can you share an experience?
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  • Are you confident enough to speak up in a new language during a class or conversation, even if you might make mistakes? Why or why not?
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  • How important is it for you to write down new words and phrases when learning a language? Do you have a special notebook or method for this?
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