This topic focuses on how to discuss preferences, likes, and dislikes in simple English. Students will learn how to talk about what they want and don’t want, especially regarding food. Using examples from Amy’s mom’s preferences, learners will practice expressing preferences, using countable and uncountable nouns, and forming positive, negative, and question sentences. By the end of this lesson, students will confidently express likes, dislikes, and choices.
GRAMMAR
1. Expressing Preferences
- Structure: Subject + want/don’t want + noun.
- Used to talk about what you like or don’t like.
Examples:
- "I want lettuce in my salad."
- "Amy’s mom doesn’t want tomatoes."
2. Countable and Uncountable Nouns
- Countable nouns: Can be counted. Use "a/an" or plural forms.
Examples: "a tomato," "two tomatoes," "some sandwiches." - Uncountable nouns: Cannot be counted. Use "some" or "a little."
Examples: "some lettuce," "a little sugar."
Examples in Sentences:
- "Amy’s mom wants some lettuce."
- "She doesn’t want tomatoes."
3. Asking Questions with "Do" and "Does"
- Structure: Do/Does + subject + base verb?
Examples:- "Do you want tomatoes in your sandwich?"
- "Does she like lettuce?"
4. Giving Reasons with "Because"
- Structure: Sentence + because + reason.
Examples:- "She doesn’t want lettuce because she doesn’t like it."
- "I want tomatoes because they are fresh."
VOCABULARY
Lettuce: A leafy green vegetable used in salads.
Example: "I like lettuce in my burger."Tomatoes: Red, juicy vegetables often used in salads or sandwiches.
Example: "Do you want tomatoes in your salad?"Sandwich: A meal made with two slices of bread and fillings like vegetables or meat.
Example: "I made a sandwich with lettuce and cheese."Salad: A cold dish made of vegetables, often with dressing.
Example: "I eat a salad for lunch every day."Cheese: A dairy product made from milk.
Example: "Would you like cheese in your sandwich?"Onions: A round vegetable with a strong flavor, often used in cooking.
Example: "I don’t like onions in my salad."Bread: A baked food made from flour, water, and yeast.
Example: "I eat bread with butter in the morning."Pickles: Vegetables (like cucumbers) preserved in vinegar.
Example: "I love pickles on my burger."Mayonnaise: A creamy sauce used in sandwiches.
Example: "I like mayonnaise on my bread."Dressing: A sauce added to salads for flavor.
Example: "What kind of dressing do you want for your salad?"
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
- "Do you want lettuce in your sandwich?"
- "I don’t want tomatoes, thank you."
- "Can I have some lettuce, please?"
- "Why don’t you like tomatoes?"
- "Would you like extra cheese?"
- "Amy’s mom prefers cucumbers instead of lettuce."
- "She doesn’t eat tomatoes because she’s allergic."
- "I don’t mind lettuce, but I don’t like onions."
- "Can I add mayonnaise to my sandwich?"
- "What vegetables do you like?"
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
- "Amy’s mom wants a salad without lettuce."
- "I like tomatoes in my sandwich."
- "We want some bread and cheese for lunch."
Negative Sentences
- "Amy’s mom doesn’t want lettuce or tomatoes."
- "I don’t like onions in my salad."
- "They don’t eat sandwiches for dinner."
Questions
- "Do you like lettuce in your salad?"
- "Does Amy’s mom want a sandwich?"
- "What vegetables do you like in your salad?"
Answers
- "Yes, I like lettuce in my salad."
- "No, Amy’s mom doesn’t want tomatoes."
- "I like lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers."
CONVERSATION
Scene: Amy and her mom are at a sandwich shop.
Amy: Mom, what do you want in your sandwich?
Mom: I want some cheese and pickles, but no lettuce or tomatoes.
Amy: No lettuce or tomatoes? Why not?
Mom: I don’t like the taste of lettuce, and tomatoes are too juicy.
Amy: Okay, so cheese and pickles. Do you want mayonnaise?
Mom: Yes, please. Thank you!
READING
"Amy’s Mom Goes Grocery Shopping"
Amy’s mom went to the grocery store to buy ingredients for lunch. She bought bread, cheese, and pickles because she planned to make sandwiches. However, she didn’t buy lettuce or tomatoes. She doesn’t like lettuce because she thinks it doesn’t have much flavor. She avoids tomatoes because they are messy and juicy. Instead, she prefers other vegetables like cucumbers and carrots.
Amy asked her mom, "Why didn’t you buy lettuce and tomatoes? They are good for you!" Her mom smiled and said, "Everyone has different tastes, Amy. I prefer simple sandwiches."
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: What did Amy’s mom buy at the grocery store?
A: She bought bread, cheese, and pickles.Q: Why doesn’t Amy’s mom like lettuce?
A: She thinks it doesn’t have much flavor.Q: Why does she avoid tomatoes?
A: She avoids them because they are messy and juicy.Q: What vegetables does Amy’s mom prefer?
A: She prefers cucumbers and carrots.Q: What does Amy think about lettuce and tomatoes?
A: She thinks they are good for you.
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