Unit 5: Recreation
Communication – Tronc Commun Technologies
Introduction
Develop communication skills for recreational activities including sports, hobbies, and entertainment events.
Key Skills
• Discussing hobbies
• Planning activities
• Event participation
Language Focus
• Activity vocabulary
• Invitations
• Preferences
Contexts
• Sports events
• Cultural activities
• Outdoor recreation
1. Discussing Hobbies & Interests
Expressing Preferences
Likes:
• “I really enjoy…”
• “I’m passionate about…”
• “My favorite activity is…”
Dislikes:
• “I’m not very into…”
• “I prefer…over…”
• “I find…rather boring”
Asking About Interests
General:
• “What do you do for fun?”
• “Have you tried…?”
• “How did you get into…?”
Specific:
• “What position do you play?”
• “What equipment do you need?”
• “Where do you usually practice?”
Hobby Match Game
2. Planning Recreational Activities
Making Suggestions
Casual:
• “How about…?”
• “We could try…”
• “What do you think of…?”
Formal:
• “I propose that we…”
• “Would you be interested in…?”
• “May I suggest…?”
Responding to Invitations
Accepting:
• “That sounds great!”
• “I’d love to!”
• “Count me in!”
Declining:
• “I’m afraid I can’t…”
• “Maybe another time”
• “I have other plans”
Activity Planner Simulator
3. Event Participation
Event Communication:
Registering
• “How do I sign up?”
• “What’s the fee?”
• “Are there requirements?”
During Event
• “Where’s the…?”
• “When does…start?”
• “How does this work?”
Socializing
• “What team are you on?”
• “Have you been to…before?”
• “What did you think of…?”
Event Role Play
Scenario 1: Sports Tournament
Situation: Registering for a school basketball competition
Scenario 2: Cultural Festival
Situation: Asking about activities at a school festival
