This topic introduces students to the concept of discussing future goals, aspirations, and ambitions. It focuses on how to ask and answer questions about someone's plans or dreams. Students will practice using the simple present and "wants to" to describe desires, and the simple future with "will" and "going to" to discuss future plans.
By the end of this lesson, students will:
- Be able to ask and answer questions about goals and ambitions.
- Use vocabulary related to goals and professions.
- Form sentences about desires and future intentions.
GRAMMAR
1. "Wants to" for Desires
The structure "wants to" is used to talk about something a person desires or intends to do.
Affirmative:
Subject + wants to + base verb- Example: He wants to be a doctor.
- Example: She wants to learn French.
Negative:
Subject + doesn’t want to + base verb- Example: He doesn’t want to work in an office.
- Example: She doesn’t want to move abroad.
Questions:
What does + subject + want to + base verb?- Example: What does he want to do in the future?
- Example: Does she want to travel?
2. The Simple Future for Plans
Use "will" and "going to" to talk about future intentions or plans.
Will:
- Example: He will study engineering next year.
- Example: She will work in a hospital.
Going to:
- Example: He is going to start a new project.
- Example: She is going to travel next summer.
VOCABULARY
Goal: Something you aim to achieve.
Example: Her goal is to become a teacher.Ambition: A strong desire to succeed or achieve something.
Example: His ambition is to start his own company.Future: The time after the present.
Example: What do you plan to do in the future?Plan: A decision about what to do.
Example: He has a plan to open a bakery.Dream: A strong wish for something to happen.
Example: Her dream is to be a singer.Aspiration: A hope or ambition of achieving something.
Example: He has aspirations to work in politics.Motivation: The reason to do something.
Example: She has a lot of motivation to succeed.Career: A job or profession over a long time.
Example: He wants a career in law.Achievement: Something done successfully.
Example: Winning the award was his greatest achievement.Desire: A strong feeling of wanting something.
Example: His desire is to help people in need.
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
- What are his goals?
- He wants to be a/an [profession].
- His dream is to [achieve something].
- In the future, he plans to [action].
- Does he want to [action]?
- She doesn’t know what she wants yet.
- He is working hard to achieve his goals.
- His ambition is to succeed in [field].
- What does he want to do with his life?
- He has big plans for the future.
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
- He wants to be a musician.
- She has big goals for the future.
- They plan to start a business.
Negative Sentences
- He doesn’t want to work in an office.
- She doesn’t have any plans right now.
- They don’t know what their goals are.
Questions and Answers
- Q: What are his goals?
A: He wants to study medicine and help people. - Q: Does she want to travel?
A: Yes, she wants to visit Europe. - Q: What does he plan to do in the future?
A: He plans to open a restaurant.
CONVERSATION
Situation: Two friends are talking about their classmate's goals.
Anna: Have you talked to Mark recently?
Tom: Yes, he told me about his goals.
Anna: Really? What does he want to do?
Tom: He wants to be an architect.
Anna: That’s amazing! Does he have a plan?
Tom: Yes, he’s going to study architecture at university next year.
Anna: I’m sure he’ll do great. He’s very hardworking.
Tom: I agree.
READING
"Chasing Dreams: A Story of Determination"
Peter is a young man with big dreams. Ever since he was a child, he has wanted to be a pilot. He loves airplanes and the idea of flying in the sky. Peter’s goal is to study aviation and get his pilot’s license.
Right now, Peter works part-time at an airport to gain experience. He doesn’t make a lot of money, but he is learning a lot about planes. Peter knows it won’t be easy, but he is determined to achieve his dream.
In the future, Peter plans to travel around the world as a pilot. His motivation comes from his family, who always support him. He believes that hard work and dedication will help him reach his goals.
Questions and Answers
What is Peter’s dream?
Answer: Peter’s dream is to become a pilot.What does Peter do to gain experience?
Answer: He works part-time at an airport.Why does Peter want to be a pilot?
Answer: He loves airplanes and the idea of flying in the sky.What motivates Peter?
Answer: His motivation comes from his family.What does Peter plan to do in the future?
Answer: He plans to travel around the world as a pilot.
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