THAT'S MY GOAL

 This topic helps students express their goals, dreams, and ambitions. They will learn how to talk about what they want to achieve, use future tense structures to describe plans, and discuss personal or professional aspirations. The lesson includes vocabulary related to goals, examples of future-focused sentences, and practical conversations about setting and achieving objectives.

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GRAMMAR

1. Future with “will”

Used to express immediate decisions or promises about the future.

• Structure:
  • Subject + will + base verb
• Examples:
  • I will work hard to achieve my goal.
  • She will become a doctor someday.

2. Future with “going to”

Used to talk about plans or intentions.

• Structure:
  • Subject + am/is/are + going to + base verb
• Examples:
  • I am going to study more to pass the test.
  • They are going to start a new project next month.

3. Present Simple for Fixed Goals

Used to describe goals that are part of regular plans or routines.

• Examples:
  • My goal is to learn English fluently.
  • Her dream is to travel the world.

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VOCABULARY

1. Goal: Something you want to achieve.
   Example: My goal is to become a teacher.

2. Dream: A strong desire for something.
   Example: His dream is to play football professionally.

3. Motivation: The reason for doing something.
   Example: She has strong motivation to succeed.

4. Effort: Hard work or energy used to achieve something.
   Example: He puts a lot of effort into his studies.

5. Plan: A detailed idea of how to do something.
   Example: We have a plan to save money.

6. Ambition: A strong desire to do or achieve something.
   Example: Her ambition is to start her own company.

7. Success: Achieving your goal.
   Example: Success comes with hard work.

8. Focus: Concentration on a particular goal.
   Example: Stay focused to reach your goal.

9. Challenge: Something difficult but achievable.
   Example: Learning English is a challenge for him.

10. Achieve: To successfully complete a goal.
    Example: She worked hard and achieved her dream.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• My goal is to...
• I want to achieve...
• I’m working hard to...
• My dream is to...
• It’s not easy, but I will try.
• I’m going to focus on...
• Success requires effort and determination.
• I’m motivated to reach my goal.
• Never give up on your dreams.
• Challenges help us grow.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. That’s my goal, and I will achieve it.
2. She is going to work hard to reach her dream.
3. They have a clear plan for success.

Negative Sentences

1. That’s not my goal, but it’s interesting.
2. He doesn’t want to give up on his ambition.
3. We are not going to stop until we succeed.

Questions and Answers

1. Q: What’s your goal?
   A: My goal is to learn English fluently.

2. Q: Are you working hard to achieve it?
   A: Yes, I’m putting in a lot of effort.

3. Q: Is it difficult to stay motivated?
   A: Sometimes, but I try to focus on my dream.

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CONVERSATION

Situation: Sarah and John are talking about their goals.

Sarah: Hey, John! What’s your goal for this year?
John: My goal is to improve my photography skills.
Sarah: That’s great! How are you planning to do it?
John: I’m going to take an online course and practice every weekend. What about you?
Sarah: I want to learn French. It’s my dream to visit Paris someday.
John: That’s an amazing goal! You should start with some beginner lessons.
Sarah: I will! Thanks for the advice.

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READING

The Story of Clara’s Goal

Clara is a hardworking student with a big dream. Her goal is to become a doctor. She knows it won’t be easy, but she is ready to work hard. Every day, she studies for long hours and stays focused on her plan. Clara’s friends often tell her to relax, but she says, “That’s my goal, and I will achieve it.”

She is motivated by her family. They always support her and believe in her. Clara also enjoys helping others. She says, “Helping people is my passion, and being a doctor is the best way to do that.”

Sometimes, she faces challenges, like difficult exams or feeling tired. However, Clara never gives up. She believes that effort and determination will lead her to success.

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Questions

1. What is Clara’s goal?
   Answer: Clara’s goal is to become a doctor.

2. Why does Clara want to be a doctor?
   Answer: Because she enjoys helping people.

3. What motivates Clara to work hard?
   Answer: Her family supports her, and she wants to help others.

4. What challenges does Clara face?
   Answer: She faces difficult exams and sometimes feels tired.

5. How does Clara stay motivated?
   Answer: She focuses on her goal and believes in effort and determination.