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Grade 4 Conversation Questions Guide

This document contains questions for a student to practice speaking in English about various topics such as holidays, shopping, school, hobbies, food, and weekends. The questions probe for details about the student's past and upcoming activities, preferences, and experiences in order to have a conversation in English about their life, routines, and opinions. Examples include questions about where the student is going on their next holiday, what they like to do on weekends, their favorite foods, hobbies and sports activities, and comparisons between places like their hometown and other cities.

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Grade 4 Conversation Questions Guide

This document contains questions for a student to practice speaking in English about various topics such as holidays, shopping, school, hobbies, food, and weekends. The questions probe for details about the student's past and upcoming activities, preferences, and experiences in order to have a conversation in English about their life, routines, and opinions. Examples include questions about where the student is going on their next holiday, what they like to do on weekends, their favorite foods, hobbies and sports activities, and comparisons between places like their hometown and other cities.

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TRINITY: GRADE 4

Can I have your Topic form, please? What are you going to talk to me about? ( I’m going to talk about......).

Where are you going for your next holidays? How long are you going to stay there? (I’m going to stay there for 3 weeks..... )
What are you going to do this weekend / tonight? Are you going to watch a film on TV tonight?
Do you know what sort of job you’re going to do yet?
What subjects are you going to have at school tomorrow?

Can you tell me about your last holiday?: what kind of things did you do? Did you make any new friends, did you meet any
interesting people? How long did you stay there?
Where did you go for your holidays /on holiday last year? Did you stay in a hotel or in a camping site? How long did you stay for?
Who did you go with? Did you enjoy it? Did you buy any souvenirs / anything special? How much money did you spend? Did you
eat any nice food on your holiday?
Tell me what you did last Saturday /last weekend. What did you do yesterday?
What did you have for lunch? After lunch what did you do?
What time did you go to.....
What film did you see? Why did you like it? What’s the best film you’ve ever seen?
How old were you when you started to play......? When did you start studying English?
When did you buy your......? ( I bought it six month ago).
When did you come to this school?

What do you usually do at the weekend? (usually, often, sometimes, never.....)

What do you like doing on the beach? (I like lying in the sun and I like swimming, but my parents don’t like swimming very
much............).

How often do you go to the cinema / play tennis / go on holiday ....? About once, twice, three times......a week /month /year.......
How often do you practise playing the guitar /piano...?
How often do you go out with your friends for a pizza? How often do you go to eat in a restaurant?

Let’s talk about food: what is your favourite kind of food? What’s your favourite meal? What do you usually have for breakfast /
lunch /dinner? How often do you have pasta for lunch / pizza for dinner….? Do you have snacks during the day? What do you like to
have? Do you ever drink fizzy drinks (like Coca Cola, Sprite.....) with your meal? Can you describe typical food of your country /a
typical dish? Can you make it? What do you think of British food? Could you compare Italian food and British food? In my opinion,
Italian food is healthier.....than…. What do you eat on special occasions? What is your mum going to cook for Christmas? Do you
like sweets or cakes? Do you like cooking? Do you sometimes go to the restaurant? How often do you eat fast food? Do you ever
order/ have takeaways? What’s your favourite takeaway? Do you have any questions for me?

Shopping: do you enjoy shopping? Do you go window shopping? Tell me about when you go shopping; where do you go shopping?
What kind of shops are there where you live? What’s your favourite type of shop? What do you usually buy when you go shopping?
Are the shops expensive / cheap? Are shops in Lodi cheaper / more expensive than shops in Milan? Do you like looking for
bargains? Do you like going to markets /to hypermarkets?
Did you go shopping last weekend? What did you buy? Are you going to go shopping this weekend? I sometimes buy things on line,
on the Internet: do your parents shop on line? Are you going to shop on line in the future?

Let’s talk about school: do you enjoy school? Tell me about the most interesting things you do at school. Are you member of any
clubs at school? Do you play any sports at school? Which subjects did you study yesterday? Which subjects are you going to study
next year? + vedi domande grade 3

Tell me about your interest and hobbies.


Do you play any sports? What sports do you do? I practise several sports. How many hours do you spend practising? (I practise for
an hour every day; I train for 2 hours twice a week...) How often do you play it? ( Once, twice….a week). What equipment do you
need?( I need...). Do you play in a team?
What are your hobbies?( I love painting in my free time...) .Why do you like your hobby? When do you do it? Do you do it alone or
with friends?
What kind of films do you like?
Can you tell me about the instrument you play?

Can you tell me some differences between Lodi and Milan?


What are some of the differences between London and........(compar. e superlat.)
Who is the tallest person in your family? Are you older or younger than your brother / sister?

Would you like to ask me a question?

SUBJECT AREAS: Holidays; Shopping; School and work; Hobbies and sports; Food; Weekend and seasonal activities.

Prof. Mario Marchese Scuola Secondaria di primo grado “Ada Negri” Lodi

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Challenges in planning language lessons based on personal experiences include varying student backgrounds, which may lead to disparate levels of engagement and difficulty in universal relevance. Students might have different holiday experiences, making it hard to find common ground. These challenges can be addressed by structuring lessons to allow for flexibility in expressions and using guided questions that can apply to a range of experiences. Teachers can foster inclusive discussions that appreciate diverse experiences .

One might consider Italian food to be healthier than British food due to differences in ingredients and cooking methods. Italian cuisine often emphasizes fresh ingredients like vegetables, olive oil, and lean proteins, which are associated with health benefits. In contrast, British food may include heavier, more processed dishes. This perception of healthiness is also linked to cultural preferences and dietary habits .

The discussion of holidays can reflect cultural values and societal priorities by showcasing what a society cherishes—be it family time, relaxation, exploration, or cultural heritage. For instance, describing holiday activities could reveal a culture's emphasis on family gatherings, outdoor adventures, or culinary experiences. These narratives highlight what is valued in leisure time and how societies prioritize different aspects of life during holidays, such as rest, exploration, or cultural immersion .

Shopping habits differ between larger cities like Milan and smaller places like Lodi due to variations in economic conditions, availability of shopping facilities, and consumer preferences. In larger cities, people might have access to a broader range of stores, more frequent sales, and higher prices, which can lead to more diverse shopping habits. Conversely, smaller towns might offer fewer choices but closer community interactions. Factors such as living standards, tourism, cultural influences, and transportation accessibility contribute significantly to these differences .

It is important for language learners to talk about their future aspirations during lessons because it encourages the use of future tense constructions and conditional language, enhancing grammatical understanding. Discussing aspirations can motivate learners by connecting language use to personal goals, making the learning process more relevant and engaging. This practice also encourages students to think critically about their future and use the language to articulate plans and hopes .

Discussing personal hobbies and interests in a classroom setting can enhance social development by improving communication skills and bonding among peers with similar interests. Cognitively, it encourages critical thinking, self-expression, and the ability to articulate thoughts coherently. This practice also aids in building a student's confidence and fosters an open-minded environment for sharing diverse perspectives, facilitating peer learning .

Regular practice is crucial for mastering a sport as it builds muscle memory, increases physical fitness, and improves technique through repeated performance. As evidenced in the document, activities like playing sports regularly, whether daily or weekly, help individuals develop their skills over time. This consistency leads to gradual improvement and eventually expertise, supported by the routine practice hours mentioned .

Comparing different cities like Lodi and Milan enhances students' understanding of geographical and cultural diversity by exposing them to varied socio-economic contexts, architectural styles, and cultural practices. This comparison helps students appreciate regional differences, fostering a deeper understanding of how geographical locations influence lifestyles and opportunities. By analyzing these distinctions, students learn to critically evaluate and respect diversity while gaining insight into multiple ways of living and organizing communities .

Culinary preferences during special occasions can shape social interactions by influencing the way people gather and bond over shared meals. The foods chosen for special events often carry cultural and personal significance, enhancing the sense of community and tradition. These shared culinary experiences facilitate dialogue, strengthen family ties, and maintain cultural heritage through the practice of traditional cooking methods and recipes. Special occasion meals act as focal points for creating memorable social experiences .

Discussing past holidays can enhance language skills in students by encouraging them to use descriptive language and past tense verb forms to narrate personal experiences. This activity requires them to recall and structure events sequentially, improving narrative skills and vocabulary. By making connections with personal experiences, students are more engaged and motivated, leading to better retention and understanding of the language learned .

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