Conversation - Adjectives

 extreme adjectives

Speaking practice with extreme adjectives

What’s the difference?

 

1. Excited / exciting

2. Playful / joyful

3. Huge / large

4. Surprising / astonishing

5. Terrified / terrifying

6. Clean / tidy

7. Clean / spotless

8. Hideous / ugly

9 .Dangerous / harmful

10. Fun / funny

 

 

What’s the difference?

 

1. Excited / exciting

2. Playful / joyful

3. Huge / large

4. Surprising / astonishing

5. Terrified / terrifying

6. Clean / tidy

7. Clean / spotless

8. Hideous / ugly

9 .Dangerous / harmful

10. Fun / funny

A

1. When was the last time you were terrified?

2. What is the most thrilling thing you have ever done?

3. What school subjects are interesting?   

4. What is one of the most exciting jobs you can think of? How about one of the most boring jobs?

5. What is something relaxing you do when you are stressed?

6. Who is the most inspiring person alive today?

7. What makes you excited?

8. What sounds make you annoyed?

9. When was the last time you were really surprised?

10. What food do you think is really disgusting?

 

 

B


1. What's the strongest drink you've ever tried?
2. Who in this class is wearing the most eye-catching colours? 
3. What's the most delicious smell in the world?
4. Talk about an unforgettable concert you went to.
5. Do you like boiling hot drinks? 
6. Do you like boiling hot baths or showers?
7. Have you ever swum in freezing cold water?
8. Are winters mild in your country?
9. Would you describe yourself as a romantic?
10. Do you know anyone with a stunning singing voice?

What adjective did I google?

Adjectives: ‘-ed’ and ‘-ing’

When was the last time you were terrified?

What is the most thrilling thing you have ever done?

What school subject is interesting?   

What is one of the most exciting jobs you can think of? How about one of the most boring jobs?

What is something relaxing you do when you are stressed?

Who is the most inspiring person alive today?

What makes you excited?

What makes you really bored?

When was the last time you were really surprised?

What food do you think is really disgusting?

What movie really captivated you?









Regular and extreme adjectives quiz










Review

Regular Adjective	Extreme Adjective
angry	_______s
bad	awful, t______e, horrible
big	huge, _________c, giant
clean	______less
cold	______ing
crowded	p_____
dirty	_____y
funny	______s
good	wonderful, f________c, excellent
hot	____ling
hungry	____ing
interesting	_______ing
old	______t
pretty	________s
scary	________ing
small	___y
surprising	as_____ing
tired	_______ed
ugly	h______s

Speaking - 10 questions












Think of something huge

















Think of something hideous















Thinking of something filthy













Think of something ancient












Think of something extremely cute














Think of something freezing















Think of something tiny















Think of something unhealthy















Think of something sweet













Think of something elegant














Think of something useless














Think of something terrifying















Think of something mysterious









Look at the chart below






Questions for conversation - Groups of 3













What's the strongest drink you've ever tried?

















Who in this class is wearing the most eye-catching colours? 



















What's the most delicious smell in the world?




















Talk about an unforgettable concert you went to.


















Do you like boiling hot drinks? 













Do you like boiling hot baths or showers?















Have you ever swum in freezing cold water?












Are winters mild in your country?















Would you describe yourself as a romantic?














Do you know anyone with a stunning singing voice?

Meeting for the first time

 

Who are these people?

Why are they meeting?

What will they say?

How will they speak?

 

Fill the gaps in

LG: hi ______ to meet you

Q: it’s nice to meet you t____.

LG: And ____ are you?

Q: I’m very well thanks, a____ you?

LG I’m not too b____, thank you. Nice weather today, i_____ it?

Q: Yes it ___

LG: Now, how's e_________g with your family?

Q: Everything is good, ____ guess

LG: That’s good to h_____. 

Q: Anyway, my dear, I suppose we ought to go in and h______ a cup of tea.

LG: that  s_____ds like a wonderful i_____.

 

 

A cup of tea

A First Cup of Tea

Setting: A quiet drawing room in Buckingham Palace. A silver teapot rests on a lace-covered table. Sunlight filters through the tall windows as Queen Elizabeth II welcomes Lady Gaga for afternoon tea.

Queen Elizabeth II: Welcome. It's a pleasure to finally meet you.

Lady Gaga: Your Majesty, the pleasure is all mine. Thank you for inviting me. This room is beautiful.

Queen Elizabeth II: Thank you. I find it rather peaceful. Now, shall we have some tea?

Lady Gaga: I'd love that. Tea always makes me feel at home, no matter where I am.

Queen Elizabeth II: A sensible opinion. Do you have a favorite?

Lady Gaga: I do. I enjoy Earl Grey, especially with a little honey. The bergamot has such a comforting aroma. What about you?

Queen Elizabeth II: I have always appreciated a well-made cup of English Breakfast tea. Strong enough to stand on its own, but never overpowering.

Lady Gaga: I like that description! Tea has personality, doesn't it? Every blend feels like meeting someone new.

Queen Elizabeth II: Quite so. Some are lively, others are gentle. One must give each its proper time to steep.

Lady Gaga: That's a beautiful way to think about people, too.

Queen Elizabeth II: You know, tea has an extraordinary ability to slow the pace of the day. One may have the busiest schedule imaginable, yet a cup of tea invites conversation.

Lady Gaga: I couldn't agree more. I've had some of my best songwriting ideas while holding a warm mug. Sometimes it's not even about drinking it—it's about taking that moment to think.

Queen Elizabeth II: It has been said that many difficult discussions become easier over tea.

Lady Gaga: And happy conversations become even happier.

Queen Elizabeth II: Indeed. Tell me, do you ever collect teacups?

Lady Gaga: Oh, yes! I love unique designs. Some are elegant, some are wonderfully eccentric. They remind me that art can exist in everyday things.

Queen Elizabeth II: An interesting perspective. I have always believed that a fine teacup should feel comfortable in the hand as well as pleasing to the eye.

Lady Gaga: Function and beauty together. That's actually a great philosophy for fashion, too.

Queen Elizabeth II: Quite.

(They both smile as they sip their tea.)

Lady Gaga: You know, I think tea is one of the few things that everyone can enjoy in their own way. Some people add milk, some add lemon, some add nothing at all.

Queen Elizabeth II: And yet everyone believes their own method is the correct one.

Lady Gaga: laughs That's definitely true.

Queen Elizabeth II: I have learned that it is best not to argue over such matters. Good company is far more important than perfect tea.

Lady Gaga: I love that. Although... this tea is pretty close to perfect.

Queen Elizabeth II: I shall pass your compliments to the kitchen.

Lady Gaga: Please do. This might be the most elegant cup of tea I've ever had.

Queen Elizabeth II: Then I hope it shall not be the last.

Lady Gaga: I'd be honored to come back. Next time, I'll bring you a few of my favorite tea blends from my travels.

Queen Elizabeth II: A delightful idea. It seems tea, like music, has a remarkable way of bringing people together.

Lady Gaga: Cheers to that.

Queen Elizabeth II: Quite. Now then... would you care for another cup?

Lady Gaga: Absolutely. I never say no to another cup of tea.

The two continue chatting, the conversation drifting from teas around the world to favorite biscuits, laughter filling the room as the afternoon passes comfortably over a second pot of tea.

Eva: Hi.

Noelia: Hi, Eva.

Eva: ____ are you?

Noelia: I'm very _____. I love your hair. It's fabulous!

Eva: Thanks, Noelia!

 

Vanya: Are you Noelia?

Noelia: V_______?

Vanya: Yes!

Noelia: Hello! It's so good to f________ meet you in p________!

Vanya: You ____! It's great to p____ a face to a name. I th_______ you were in Spain this week?

Noelia: I ____, but I came back early. So, h_____ are you f_______ it here?

Vanya: _____! Really good! All the team have been so w__________.

Noelia: ______! We have a lovely team here. Now, has Emir h___ you s_____ u_____ an email address?

Vanya: He ____. I'm all ready to g_____!

Noelia: ______! Is there anything e_____ you need?

Vanya: ____ right now, thanks.

Noelia: Well, ____ me know if I can help at _____.

Vanya: I ____, thank you.

Noelia: A________, I've got an idea. What are you doing later?

Vanya: I haven't got any plans.

Noelia: _____. Meet me here at six. Don't be late!

 

 

Meeting for the first time (B1 Speaking)

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