HE'S A LITTLE SHORT

 This topic introduces students to describing someone's height using basic adjectives and adverbs. It focuses on expressing physical characteristics in a polite and neutral manner. Students will learn to use terms like a little, short, and tall to describe height, enhancing their vocabulary and conversational skills. The lesson also includes examples of comparative language to contrast height.

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GRAMMAR

Adverbs of Degree

• Structure:
  Subject + verb + adverb + adjective.
  Examples:

  • He’s a little short.
  • She’s very tall.

• Common adverbs used with adjectives:

  • a little (slightly)
  • very (to a high degree)
  • quite (moderately)

Comparative and Superlative Forms

• Comparative:
  Subject + verb + adjective-er + than + object.
  Example: He is shorter than his brother.

• Superlative:
  Subject + verb + the + adjective-est.
  Example: He is the shortest person in the class.

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VOCABULARY

1. Short: Not tall. (Example: He is short.)
2. Tall: Having a great height. (Example: She is tall.)
3. Little: Slightly or somewhat. (Example: He is a little short.)
4. Height: The measurement from head to toe. (Example: His height is average.)
5. Average: Normal or typical. (Example: He has an average height.)
6. Medium: In the middle. (Example: She is of medium height.)
7. Tiny: Very small in size. (Example: The baby is tiny.)
8. Slightly: A small amount. (Example: He is slightly taller than me.)
9. Build: Body structure. (Example: He has a strong build.)
10. Stature: A person’s natural height. (Example: His stature is impressive.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• He’s a little short for his age.
• She’s not very tall.
• He’s shorter than his brother.
• What’s his height?
• He’s of medium height.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. He’s a little short.
2. She’s tall and slim.
3. He is of average height.

Negative Sentences

1. He isn’t very tall.
2. She isn’t as short as her sister.
3. He doesn’t have a tall build.

Questions

1. Is he short?
2. How tall is he?
3. Is he shorter than his friend?

Answers

1. Yes, he’s a little short.
2. He’s about 5 feet tall.
3. Yes, he’s shorter than his friend.

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CONVERSATION

Anna: Who is that boy over there?
Liam: That’s my cousin, Jake.
Anna: He looks a little short for his age.
Liam: Yes, he’s not very tall, but he’s great at sports.
Anna: Really? What does he play?
Liam: He plays basketball and he’s really fast on the court!

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READING

"Tom’s Height Doesn’t Define Him"

Tom is a little short compared to his classmates. While most of the boys in his class are tall, Tom stands a few inches shorter. At first, he felt a bit insecure about his height. Some of his classmates would tease him, calling him "tiny Tom."

But Tom didn’t let his height define him. He focused on the things he loved, like running and painting. Tom is one of the fastest runners in his school, and his paintings have won awards in competitions.

One day, during a race, Tom surprised everyone by finishing first. His friends cheered loudly, and even those who teased him apologized. Tom smiled and said, “It’s not about how tall you are. It’s about how big your heart is.”

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: How does Tom feel about his height at first?
   A: He feels a bit insecure and is teased by his classmates.

2. Q: What activities does Tom enjoy?
   A: He enjoys running and painting.

3. Q: What is Tom’s achievement in sports?
   A: He is one of the fastest runners in his school.

4. Q: What message does Tom share with his friends?
   A: “It’s not about how tall you are. It’s about how big your heart is.”