HIS JOB IS VERY HARD

 This topic focuses on describing jobs that are challenging or difficult. It helps learners talk about the nature of work, the challenges people face in their professions, and how to express opinions about job difficulty. Students will practice adjectives to describe jobs, present simple tense, and learn vocabulary to explain why a job might be hard.

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GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple Tense

The present simple tense is used to talk about routines, facts, and general truths.

• Structure:

  • Subject + verb (base form for I/you/we/they) / verb+s (for he/she/it)

• Examples:

  • His job is very hard.
  • She works long hours every day.
  • They face many challenges at work.

2. Adjectives to Describe Jobs

Adjectives help describe the nature of a job.

• Examples:
  • Hard: His job is hard.
  • Demanding: Her job is very demanding.
  • Stressful: It’s a stressful job.

3. Negative Form

• Subject + do/does not + verb (base form)
  • His job is not easy.
  • She does not enjoy working late.

4. Questions

• Do/Does + subject + verb (base form)?
  • Does he like his hard job?
  • Do you think her job is hard?

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VOCABULARY

1. Hard: Difficult or challenging.
   Example: His job is very hard.

2. Demanding: Requiring a lot of effort or skill.
   Example: A doctor’s job is very demanding.

3. Stressful: Causing stress or worry.
   Example: Being a pilot can be stressful.

4. Rewarding: Giving satisfaction or benefits.
   Example: Teaching is hard but rewarding.

5. Long hours: Working for a long time in one day.
   Example: Nurses often work long hours.

6. Physical: Involving a lot of body activity.
   Example: Construction work is very physical.

7. Mental: Involving a lot of thinking or concentration.
   Example: A lawyer’s job is mentally exhausting.

8. Challenging: Difficult but interesting.
   Example: Designing a building is challenging.

9. Risky: Involving danger or uncertainty.
   Example: Firefighting is a risky job.

10. Exhausting: Making someone very tired.
    Example: Running a marathon is exhausting.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• His job is very hard.
• It’s not an easy job at all.
• He works long hours every day.
• Her job is both challenging and rewarding.
• It’s a stressful but important role.
• I think he needs a break from work.
• Do you think his job is hard?
• Her work requires a lot of effort.
• It’s a physically demanding job.
• He faces many challenges at work.

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SENTENCES

Positive

1. His job is very hard, but he loves it.
2. She works long hours in a stressful environment.
3. Their jobs are physically demanding.

Negative

1. His job is not easy, but he enjoys it.
2. She does not find her job rewarding anymore.
3. They do not like working under pressure.

Questions and Answers

1. Q: Is his job very hard?
   A: Yes, it is, but he manages well.
2. Q: Does she enjoy her demanding job?
   A: Yes, she finds it rewarding.
3. Q: Do they think the job is stressful?
   A: No, they are used to it.

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CONVERSATION

Situation: Two colleagues talking about their friend’s job.

Anna: Hi, Mark. Have you talked to John lately?
Mark: Yes, I spoke to him yesterday. He says his job is very hard.
Anna: Oh no, what makes it so hard?
Mark: He works long hours, and the tasks are very stressful.
Anna: That sounds tough. Does he like it?
Mark: Not really, but he says it’s a good learning experience.
Anna: I hope he gets a chance to take a break soon.
Mark: Me too. He deserves it.

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READING

A Tough Job

Jack is a firefighter. His job is very hard but also rewarding. Every day, Jack faces dangerous situations to help people. He works long hours, often in hot and smoky environments. Sometimes, he has to climb tall buildings or rescue people from fires.

The job is both physically and mentally challenging. Jack has to stay strong and think quickly during emergencies. Although his job is stressful, he feels proud of the work he does. “Helping people makes it all worth it,” says Jack.

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Questions

1. What is Jack’s job?
   Answer: He is a firefighter.

2. Why is Jack’s job hard?
   Answer: Because he works in dangerous and stressful situations.

3. What challenges does Jack face?
   Answer: Long hours, hot environments, and dangerous rescues.

4. Why does Jack feel proud?
   Answer: Because he helps people.

5. Is Jack’s job rewarding?
   Answer: Yes, it is.