IS THIS JOB HARD OR EASY?

 This topic introduces students to asking and describing the difficulty level of jobs using adjectives like "hard" and "easy." It focuses on forming questions, providing opinions, and learning how to use comparative language to express thoughts about jobs.

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

1. Ask about the difficulty of a job.
2. Use descriptive adjectives to give opinions about work.
3. Form and answer questions with Is this... and Why is it...?

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GRAMMAR

1. Forming Questions with "Is This..."

• Structure: Is this + noun/adjective + complement?
  • Example: Is this job hard?
  • Example: Is this work easy for you?

2. Using Adjectives to Describe Jobs

Adjectives describe qualities or characteristics.

• Positive Adjectives: easy, interesting, fun, enjoyable, exciting

• Negative Adjectives: hard, boring, tiring, stressful, repetitive

• Examples:

  • This job is easy but repetitive.
  • That job is very hard.

3. Expressing Opinions with "Because"

• Structure: Subject + verb + because + reason
  • Example: This job is hard because it requires long hours.
  • Example: It’s easy because I enjoy it.

Examples:

1. Affirmative:
   • This job is easy.
   • The job is hard for beginners.
2. Negative:
   • This job isn’t easy for everyone.
   • It’s not hard if you practice.
3. Questions:
   • Is this job hard?
   • Why is it easy for you?

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VOCABULARY

1. Hard: Difficult to do or understand.
   Example: The job is hard because it requires focus.

2. Easy: Not difficult; simple.
   Example: Teaching children is easy for her.

3. Stressful: Causing stress or worry.
   Example: Working in a hospital can be stressful.

4. Tiring: Making you feel very tired.
   Example: Long shifts are very tiring.

5. Repetitive: Doing the same thing again and again.
   Example: Some factory jobs are repetitive.

6. Enjoyable: Fun or pleasant.
   Example: Cooking is an enjoyable job for many.

7. Demanding: Requiring a lot of effort or skill.
   Example: Being a doctor is a demanding job.

8. Rewarding: Giving satisfaction or benefits.
   Example: Teaching is a rewarding career.

9. Skilled: Having the ability to do something well.
   Example: A skilled worker can fix complicated machines.

10. Flexible: Allowing changes or adjustments.
    Example: A flexible job has adjustable hours.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Is this job hard or easy?
• This job is too hard for me.
• It’s easy if you know what to do.
• I think the job is challenging but fun.
• Why do you think it’s hard?
• This is the easiest job I’ve ever had.
• I find it hard to focus for long hours.
• The job is easy but a little boring.
• Hard jobs often teach valuable lessons.
• Everyone has a different opinion about what’s hard or easy.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. This job is hard but rewarding.
2. It’s easy to learn if you have good training.
3. The tasks are easy for experienced workers.

Negative Sentences

1. This job isn’t as hard as I thought.
2. It’s not easy to do without help.
3. The work isn’t hard, but it is repetitive.

Questions and Answers

1. Q: Is this job hard?
   A: Yes, it’s hard because it requires a lot of concentration.
2. Q: Why is the job easy?
   A: It’s easy because I’ve done it for years.
3. Q: Do you think this work is enjoyable?
   A: Yes, even though it’s hard, it’s very rewarding.

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CONVERSATION

Situation: Two coworkers are discussing their tasks.

Lisa: Hi, John. How’s your new job?
John: Hi, Lisa. It’s okay, but it’s hard sometimes.
Lisa: Really? Why is it hard?
John: The tasks are repetitive, and we work long hours.
Lisa: That sounds tiring. Do you like it, though?
John: Yes, I enjoy the challenge, and it’s rewarding to see the results. What about you? Is your job easy?
Lisa: It’s easy for me because I’ve been doing it for years.

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READING

"Is Being a Teacher Hard or Easy?"

Many people think teaching is an easy job, but it’s not. Teachers spend hours preparing lessons, grading papers, and helping students. For new teachers, the job can be very stressful and tiring.

However, experienced teachers find the work easier because they know how to manage their time and classes. They also find the job rewarding because they help students learn and grow.

Whether teaching is hard or easy depends on the person. For some, it’s enjoyable and flexible. For others, it’s demanding and challenging.

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Questions

1. What do teachers do?
   Answer: Teachers prepare lessons, grade papers, and help students.

2. Why is teaching stressful for new teachers?
   Answer: It’s stressful because they need to learn time management and class control.

3. Why do experienced teachers find the job easier?
   Answer: They know how to manage their time and classes.

4. Is teaching a rewarding job? Why?
   Answer: Yes, because teachers help students learn and grow.

5. Does everyone find teaching easy?
   Answer: No, it depends on the person.