Freshmen English - SoongSil UniversityMidterm English Speaking Project: Role Play Conversation

March 2013

Teacher: John Kermaschuk efl_teacher2002@yahoo.caProject Dates: April 22th – April 26th

Description:In this project, you will work with another student to show me that you can use the language we have studied together this semester.

Instructions: Get together with one another class member Sign up for a time slot before midterm week Choose ONE of the ‘Conversation Situations’ below There will be some time to prepare in class before the midterm week Prepare a role play conversation with your partner lasting 3-5 minutes DO NOT COPY ANOTHER GROUP’S DIALOGUE! You only have to come to class for your scheduled time that week Remember: Speaking naturally is better than memorizing!!! (no scripts allowed)

Conversation Situations: (If you decide to change a situation, check with me beforehand)

A. You are having a first meeting with another young person at: a) a Party b) a Coffee Shop c) a Concert d) a Sports Event or e) a Restaurant [Choose only one place]. Use a good ‘Conversation Starter’ to begin your conversation and then take turns introducing yourselves. Ask and answer questions using appropriate topics and proper question forms.

B. You will ask each other and share information about where you live, your hometown, and how large your family is. Then each of you will take turns describing the people in the picture. You should also talk about their appearance, their jobs, where they are from and then tell an interesting story about a favorite family member (ex. Who you are ‘close with’ and why).

NOTE: Each person must bring a family picture for this choice. C. You are waiting in the airport. Choose a role. Example: a) musician b) flight attendant c) CEO, etc.

Start a conversation and ask each other about your jobs and your opinions about your jobs. Tell them the reasons why you think so. Continue the conversation and ask each other about what you like to do for fun (free time activities / hobbies).

D. You are walking down the street. Suddenly you see your middle-school friend. You have not seen then them for many years. Have a conversation about what you are doing now. Talk about each other’s: hometown, where they are living now, your jobs / majors, free time activities / hobbies. Make a date for a future meeting.

Remember: Show interest and to start and end your conversation appropriately S-O-F-T-E-N

Be creative! Use a variety of language Have fun and enjoy yourself! ☺