Everyday English (Elementary)

Topic: On the Calendar

Lesson Notes December 12, 2023 (Elementary)

• We can use either “see” or “watch” with little difference in meaning

• I went and watched a guitar club’s lesson.

• I went and saw a guitar club’s lesson.

• The organizer of the club is very busy. (NOT the boss)

• Chef Ogura knows a lot about wine. (NOT Ogura chef)

• The course had several wines and liquors, but just a (little / small) amount.

• What was your favourite course? (NOT did you find your favourite …)

• The seats were full. (= The restaurant was full)

• I should book a medical check soon. (= It would be a good idea to book a medical check)

• How often do you undergo endoscopy?

• Were you knocked out for the endoscopy?

• I was given a (mild / strong) sedative.

Vocabulary

• Club; (synonyms) group, organization, circle

• Organizer; (noun) a person who arranges an event or activity, especially for clubs

• Undergo; (verb) experience (something, typically something unpleasant)

• Next year, I need to undergo an eye operation.

• He underwent an procedure for a tooth problem.

• Callus; (noun) hardened skin

• Knock out; (informal) to be under the effects of anaesthesia

• Sedative; (noun) a drug taken for its calming or sleep-inducing effect

• I am afraid of flying, so I usually take a mild sedative before take off to help me relax.

On the Calendar

Section 3

• Arrangements involve other people or take place at a fixed time.

• Plans / intentions are just for yourself, without a fixed time

• Yes / No questions; we use a rising intonation

• Question-word questions; we use a falling intonation

Homework; Section 3 - practice the intonation for Yes / No questions and Question-word questions