Hi. In the classroom today you will learn a little about abortion.
An abortion is the termination of a pregnancy by the removal or
expulsion of an embryo or fetus from the uterus.
An abortion can occur spontaneously due to
complications during pregnancy or can be induced.
Abortion as a term
most commonly refers to the induced abortion of a human pregnancy,
while spontaneous abortions are usually termed miscarriages.
Abortion has a long history and has been induced by various methods.
The
legality, prevalence, and cultural views on abortion vary
substantially around the world.
In many parts of the world there is
a divisive public debate over the ethical and legal aspects of
abortion between the pro-life and pro-choice movements.
Do
you think abortion should be legal?
Until next time.
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The following classroom lessons are great for students
who want additional conversation, listening, and reading
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listening practice, video speaking practice, video
pronunciation practice, a new
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Conversation Lesson
46 - May I Borrow That?
(Beginner -
Conversation, Listening, Reading)
In this lesson Anna finds out it's Marsha's birthday.
She wants to give her a present. But she does not have
much money. What will she do?
Lesson Video
Watch the video and then do the activities on this page.
Video Script
Anna: Have a nice day at work Marsha!
Marsha: You too, Anna. Oh, wait. Do you have pen and paper I can borrow?
Anna: Of course.
Marsha: We are meeting at this restaurant tonight.
Anna: What is happening tonight?
Marsha: Today is my birthday. We are celebrating at 7pm tonight. Did you forget?
Anna: Sorry, Marsha! I gotta go! See you later!
Marsha: Don't forget! Tonight … 7pm!
Anna: I forgot Marsha’s birthday! And I don’t get my paycheck until next week. I
know. I'll make her a gift. I’ll just have to borrow a couple of things.
Anna: Amelia, may I borrow your stapler?
Amelia: Sure. I can lend you my stapler, Anna. But please return it. It’s my
favorite stapler.
Anna: You can trust me. I understand. One time, I loaned my stapler to the wrong
person.
Anna: Thanks, Amelia.
Amelia: Don’t mention it. Bye, stapler!
Anna: Jonathan! Can I borrow your scissors?
Jonathan: Oh! Hi, Anna! What’re you doing?
Anna: Can I borrow your scissors? Sorry to bother you.
Jonathan: Yes, I can lend them to you, but you must return them. These scissors
-- they are the sharpest scissors in the office. Watch.
Anna: Wow, those are sharp. I will be very careful.
Jonathan: Okay.
Anna: And I’ll bring them back tomorrow.
Jonathan: Good.
Anna: Thank you.
Jonathan: You're welcome.
Anna: Happy Birthday, Marsha! (gives Marsha a gift)
Marsha: Thanks, Anna! I love birthday gifts! Anna, it is … interesting. What is
it?
Anna: Well, I know you love hats. And you need office supplies. So, this is your
own office supply hat!
Marsha: Wow! That is a lot of office supplies!
Anna: Many people loaned or shared their supplies with me. Some people really
love their office supplies. It has paper, pens, tape, erasers, rubber bands,
binder clips, paper clips, and a light!
Marsha: What is the balloon for?
Anna: The balloon will help your friends find you. Let’s try it! You get a seat
in the restaurant - I will find you!
Anna: Sometimes all the money in the world can’t buy the perfect gift. Until
next time!
Listening
Now practice listening to only the audio portion of the conversation.
Speaking
In this video, learn how to say the new words. Then learn how to talk about
borrowing or lending.
Pronunciation
Use this video to practice the pronunciation of words that end with an "r" sound
in American English.
New Words
borrow -
v. to take and use (something that belongs to
someone else) for a period of time before returning it
bring back -
phrasal verb. to return with (something or
someone)
celebrate -
v. to do something special or enjoyable for
an important event, occasion or holiday
gift -
n. something that is given to another person
lend -
v. to give (something) to (someone) to be used
for a period of time and then returned
loan -
v. to give (something) to (someone) for a period
of time
mention -
v. to talk or write about something or someone
in a brief way
don't mention it - used to
answer someone who has just thanked you for something
paycheck -
n. the money that you regularly earn
sharp -
adj. having a thin edge that is able to cut
things
supplies -
n. [plural] : things (such as food,
equipment, fuel, and so on) that are needed for a
particular purpose
Activity
In this lesson, Anna makes a gift for her friend Marsha.
Did you ever make a gift for a friend or a family
member? What was it? How did you make it? Write about it
in the Facebook Comments section below. Then practice
talking about borrowing and lending office supplies.
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speaking practice, video pronunciation practice, a new
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