Pace Work 9-D Form (19.01.2021) - Are you a saver or a spender?

 

Tuesday, the 19^th of January

Lesson 1

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Тема: Pace Work 9-D

Время: 19 янв. 2021 08:45 AM Хельсинки

 

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Lesson 2

1. Complete the sentences with the correct prepositions.

a) We’re spending a lot more ……. food than we used to.

b) We can always borrow some money ……. the bank.

c) Don't waste your money ……. such purchases.

d) Banks are willing to lend large amounts of money ……. people starting up businesses.

e) I’m going to invest my savings ……. this project.

f) How can I cut down ……. clothing costs?

 

2. Where does your money normally go? Discuss which of these things you spend the most money on.

• ordering takeout

• paying utility bills

• going out with friends

• grocery shopping

• transportation

• clothes

• holidays

• renting a room or a flat

 

3. Match words and phrases in bold to the correct meanings below.

1) I feel that I sometimes overspend on

a. coffee.

b. eating out.

c. entertainment.

2) When I do the shopping,

a. I have a list of items I need.

b. I remember what I should buy.

c. I think while I’m in the shop what I want to buy.

3) When I buy online,

a. I spend time looking for the best deals.

b. I only buy in the one shop I know and trust.

c. I buy many more items than I want.

4) To keep myself on budget,

a. I write down all of my purchases.

b. I cut down on some expenses at the end of the month.

c. I use cash instead of a credit card.

5) You want to save some money. You know that you waste too much money on gas driving to work. The most cost-effective means of transport would be a bike. What do you do?

a. I bike to work.

b. I save on other things because I love driving.

c. I find a colleague to drive with and share gas costs.

6) You are going to buy some groceries, but enter a clothes shop and see an amazing pair of jeans for $100. What do you do?

a. I buy them on impulse.

b. I have so many pairs of jeans, so I don’t buy them.

c. I take a photo and wait until the sale season.

7) You want to go to your friend’s house by Uber. If you take Uber now, you’ll be charged more, but if you wait some time the price might be lower. What do you do?

a. I go now because I don’t want to wait.

b. I wait a couple of minutes to spend less money.

c. I decide to use public transport and arrive a bit later.

8) What trade-off would you accept if you wanted to save money for holidays?

a. Not ordering takeout for one year

b. Cycling instead of driving to work for half a year

c. Partying at home instead of going out for a half a year

MEANINGS:

• it means that something is good value for the amount of money paid

• a compromise

• to ask an amount of money for something

• an individual thing

• to spend more money than you should or more than you wanted to

• because you suddenly want to, although you haven't planned to

• to spend only as much money as you have

• a good, or lower than usual, price

• a cost

Lesson 3

4. Look at four words below. How can you save some money in these areas?

- shopping

- home

- transportation

- entertainment

 

5. Watch an interactive video and answer the questions that will appear on the screen.

 

6. Fill in the gaps with words from the box and discuss the sentences.

discounts	cost-effective	budget
impulse	cut	expenses

 

• Buying things on …………… is something spenders often do.

• It’s important to save money on everyday …………… .

• Look for ways to save on the things that are less important to you, to keep yourself on …………… .

• When you go shopping always look for …………… but don’t buy things which are not on your shopping list.

• The best way to save money is to write down how you spend your money in a month and …………… down on some big expenses.

• Public transport is not really a …………… method of transport if you have a family.

Pace Work 9-D Form (18.01.2021) - Distance dining

 

Monday, the 18^th of January

Lesson 1

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Lesson 2

Date: 18.01.2021

Theme: Distance dining.

1. Warm up

1. Lots of public places are closed at the moment, due to Covid-19 and the need for social distancing. In your country, which of these places are open now? Do people have to follow any rules when they use these spaces?

• schools and universities

• parks

• shops

• restaurants and bars

2. Which of these places have you missed/did you miss the most? Why?

2. Watch for main idea

Read the questions about greenhouse dining, then watch a video to find the answers.

1. Where is this happening?

2. How many people can use each greenhouse?

3. How do waiters serve the food safely?

4. Who can eat in the greenhouses now? Why?

5. What suggestion does one customer have?

6. When might restaurants in this place open again?

3. Watch for detail/vocabulary

Read the sentences from the report and remember/predict the missing words. The words you write will have the same or similar meaning as the words in brackets. The first letters of the missing words have been given. Watch the report again to check.

It’s super c__________1(comfortable, warm and pleasant).

(The restaurant) ... recently c______ u______ w______ 2 (suggested) an idea on how to offer c__________ 3(fashionable and attractive) outdoor dining in the age of social distancing: small glass c__________ 4(small houses) built for two or three people.

Waiters wear gloves and transparent face shields and use a long board to serve dishes to ensure m__________ 5(as little as possible) physical contact with customers.

The concept is currently being t __________6(tested) only for family and friends of staff.

While the booths certainly look g __________7(exciting and attractive), there may be a d __________8 (negative aspect).

Just sitting in a c__________9(closed space for keeping animals in) of glass in that sense, it will become very hot.

Lesson 3

4. Watch and explain

Around the world, restaurants have come up with other solutions to the problem of social distancing.

Use these videos to find out what two restaurants are doing to serve food safely.

Pupils, I will show you two videos. Watch and compare.

5. Discuss

Answer these questions:

1. What are the advantages and downsides of each way of serving food from the two videos in the last exercise?

2. Of the restaurants in the three videos you have seen today, where would you feel most confident to eat safely? Why?

3. What other ways can you think of for restaurants to provide food safely for their customers?

 

6. Writing/speaking: problems and solutions

Use what you have discussed in this lesson to plan and write a problem/solution essay or presentation in response to this question:

Nowadays, many restaurants around the world must find new ways of serving their customers due to the Covid 19 pandemic. Describe the problems they face and present and evaluate some possible solutions.

evaluate = explore the advantages and disadvantages of a solution and say how successful it is in solving the problem

You could use this paragraph plan to organise your writing:

1. Introduction: briefly explain the situation and the problem

2. Present and evaluate one solution

3. Present and evaluate a second solution

4. Present and evaluate a third solution

5. Conclusion: select the best option from the solutions you presented

Pace Work 9-D Form (15.01.2021) - Food and drink

 

Friday, the 15^th of January

Lesson 1

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Lesson 2

Date: 15.01.2021

Theme: Food and drink.

1. Fruits and vegetables

In pairs, how many of the fruit and vegetables below can you name?

Can you think of any more fruits and vegetables?

Which of the fruits and vegetables are often eaten in your country? Which are rarely eaten?

2. Meat, fish and seafood

Meat can have the same name as the animal it comes from, e.g. ‘chicken’, ‘turkey’, ‘duck’ and ‘lamb’.

However, the names are often different. Match each meat on the left with the animal it comes from:

Meat                                                        Animal

1. pork                                                     a. a calf (= a young cow)

2. beef                                                     b. a cow

3. veal                                                     c. a pig

4. poultry                                                d. birds, e.g. chickens

 

What other types of meat do people eat? What types are considered strange/unusual in your country?

How many types of fish and seafood can you name? Which are often eaten in your country?

 

3. Herbs and spices

Study the list of herbs and spices below. Translate any words you don’t know. Which are used in your country’s national cuisine? Which others have you tried?

-         Basil

-         Paprika

-         Coriander

-         Parsley

-         Curry

-         Pepper

-         Mint

-         Rosemary

-         Oregano

-         Turmeric

 

 

4. Drink

Match the following drinks with the containers they are usually drunk from. How many other ‘drinking containers’ can you name?

1. vodka                                         a. a cup

2. beer                                            b. a glass

3. wine                                           c. a mug

4. tea                                              d. a pint glass

5. coffee                                         e. a shot glass

6. mineral water                             f. a wine glass

Lesson 3

5. UK/US English

Match the following British English food terms to their equivalent US terms:

British English                              American English

1. aubergine                                    a. cookies

2. courgette                                     b. eggplant

3. chips                                            c. fries

4. prawns                                         d. potato chips

5. crisps                                           e. shrimp

6. biscuits                                        f. zucchini

 

6. Odd one out

In each line, cross out one word which does not belong to the rest of the list. Say what the other items have in common.

Example: 1. cherry, raspberry, celery, strawberry (they are all fruit)

1. cherry, raspberry, celery, strawberry

2. octopus, veal, duck, turkey

3. oregano, parsley, peas, rosemary

4. melon, mussels, pineapple, orange

5. cod, salmon, trout, beef

6. lettuce, crab, lobster, oyster

7. prawns, veal, cheese, mineral water

8. chicken, turkey, duck, pork

9. eggplant, potato chips, cookies, prawns

 

7. Talking point

Discuss any of the following questions:

1. Do you believe "we are what we eat"?

2. Which food and drink from the lesson do you regularly eat/drink? What food/drink do you avoid? Why?

 

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Pace Work 9-D Form (14.01.2021) - Cabin fever

 Thursday, the 14th of January

Lesson 1

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Lesson 2

Date: 14.01.2021

Theme: Cabin fever.

1. Warm up

Look at the pictures and answer the questions.

1. These pictures all show situations where people might suffer from "cabin fever." What do you think this means?

2. How is this topic relevant at the moment?

3. What problems might people have in these conditions?

4. What advice would help people in this situation to stay positive?

 

2. Read for main idea

Read the article about avoiding problems caused by self-isolation during the coronavirus, written by a psychologist. First, read the article quickly to see how it is organized. Then match the headings

(A-F) below with parts 1-5. One heading is extra.

a. Avoid disagreements

b. A healthy body

c. Keep active

d. Learn something new

e. Plan your day

f. Social contact

 

Coronavirus self-isolation: psychologist explains how to avoid cabin fever

Many people are self-isolating (staying at home) these days to avoid the coronavirus. For some people, self-isolation seems like a dream come true. For others, being cut off from the outside world, alone or with only a few close family members, is a nightmare. When people are stuck indoors for long periods of time, they can report getting "cabin fever".

Observations of people living in small spaces, such as space missions or polar research stations, show that some people find self-isolating more difficult than others. However, there are some simple things you can do to help you adapt.

1_______________

Research suggests that when people lack social connections, they suffer more from physical health problems. For example, older adults who can’t leave their homes are more likely to have heart disease. And studies show that polar research crews have weaker immune systems (the systems in your body that stop you from getting sick). The period of self-isolation needed for coronavirus should not result in any major changes in how your immune system works. But, it may be a good idea to try to improve your immunity. Getting enough vitamins can help. Psychologists also believe that listening to music or watching a movie can also boost your immune system.

2_______________

For some people, self-isolation leads to mental health problems. Isolation on polar research stations has been linked to psychological problems. One polar study found that over 60% of people felt depressed or anxious and nearly 50% had problems with memory, sleeping and concentrating. Hopefully, coronavirus self-isolation won’t have such a serious effect on our mental health. But some people may have difficulties with sleep (insomnia), feelings of sadness, or motivation. To avoid these problems, it is important to structure your day. Having a schedule for mealtimes and bedtime can help you to stay on track. Planning activities and setting goals can also help keep you motivated and stop you from feeling depressed.

3_______________

Isolated people may feel depressed because they have lost the support of friends and families to help them deal with this difficult situation. Without social support, people may also choose more negative strategies, like drinking more alcohol. During self-isolation you should stay in contact with your social network. It’s easy to phone a friend for a chat, send someone an email or join in with a discussion via social media. Social activities are better for your mental health than a glass of wine.

4_______________

Some people will be self-isolating with a small group of family or friends. This may limit loneliness but increases the possibility for arguments. Even people we love can get on our nerves when we’re stuck inside with them for a long time. One Russian scientist who spent 211 days in space reported that around 30% of his time was spent dealing with crew conflicts. Group tensions have also been seen in polar research stations. One way to reduce conflict is to have some time away from each other. If you feel a conflict is developing, sit in separate rooms and let everyone calm down. Normally after 15 minutes, the reason for the argument does not seem as important.

5_______________

Research looking at reducing conflict during space missions suggests that exercise can help. Twenty minutes of exercise a day can help lift your mood and reduce tension by changing your brain chemistry. So it may be time to download a new exercise app or find an online exercise class to join. Finally, it is important to remember that if you feel self-isolation is having a very negative impact on your mental health, you should seek professional advice.

Adapted from TheConversation.com, By Sarita

Robinson, University of Central Lancashire

 

3. Vocabulary

Find these words in bold in the text and match them with the meanings, using the context to help.

Introduction and Part 1

1. stuck                a. important, serious or big

2. adapt                b. make positive changes to get used to a new situation

3. major               c. make something stronger or improve the performance of something

4. immunity         d. protection against a particular disease

5. boost                e. unable to move from one place or position

 

Parts 2-5

1. mental health       a. arguments or differences of opinion between people that result in anger or violence

2. anxious                b. feelings of anger between people that may have continued for some time

3. strategies             c. feeling worried

4. conflicts                d. plans to do something successfully

5. tensions                 e. the condition of your mind, showing whether you are happy, able to work and have relationships

Lesson 3

4. Language in context

Read the sentences from the article and use this context to explain what the phrases in bold mean.

1. For others, being cut off from the outside world, alone or with only a few close family members, is a nightmare.

2. Having a schedule for mealtimes and bedtime can help you to stay on track.

3. Isolated people feel depressed because they may have lost the support of friends and families to help them deal with this difficult situation.

4. Even people we love can get on our nerves when we’re stuck inside with them for a long time.

5. Twenty minutes of exercise a day can help lift your mood and reduce tension by changing your brain chemistry.

5. Read for detail

Match the problems and their solutions, according to the information in the article. The problems can have more than one solution.

Problems of isolation:

1. a weak immune system

2. mental health problems

3. losing social support

4. conflicts with family/flatmates

Solutions:

a. contact professionals if things are very bad

b. drink less wine or beer

c. eat healthy food

d. find a place where you can be alone for a few minutes

e. have regular times for eating and sleeping

f. listen to music

g. plan things to achieve

h. use technology to help you exercise

i. use your phone to stay in touch with people

j. watch films

6. Make a plan

Make some notes about your own habits and strategies for dealing with self-isolation. Then explain your ideas to a classmate or your teacher, using a range of phrases from the Language to Help box and vocabulary and phrases from the lesson. Use the example as a model.

Language to Help:

• I should/ought to + verb

• I must/have to/need to + verb

• I’m going to + verb

• I’m already + -ing verb

• I can’t + verb, because ...

Example: I should go to bed at 10:30 but I don’t, because I usually watch Youtube videos until midnight! I’m going to turn off my phone at 10:00 tonight and read a book for half an hour. Then I can stay on track with my study during the day.