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HOW OFTEN DO YOU THINK THEY SPEND TIME TOGETHER?

 Talking about how often people do activities is a common topic in everyday conversations. This lesson focuses on discussing frequency, especially about spending time together with friends, family, or coworkers. You will learn how to use adverbs of frequency, form questions and answers, and describe activities using time expressions. This topic will also help you practice expressing your ideas about routines and habits.


GRAMMAR

1. Adverbs of Frequency

Adverbs of frequency are used to describe how often something happens.

  • Always (100%)
  • Usually (80-90%)
  • Often (60-70%)
  • Sometimes (40-50%)
  • Rarely (10-20%)
  • Never (0%)

Examples:

  • "They always spend time together on Sundays."
  • "She sometimes visits her grandparents."
  • "He rarely eats dinner with his family."

2. Sentence Structure with Adverbs of Frequency

Adverbs of frequency are usually placed:

  • Before the main verb: "He always plays football."
  • After the verb "to be": "They are usually happy."

3. Questions about Frequency

Use how often to ask about frequency.

  • "How often do they spend time together?"
  • "Does she often visit her family?"

4. Time Expressions

Use time expressions to add more details.

  • Every day/week/month/year
  • Once a week
  • Twice a month
  • Three times a year

Examples:

  • "They meet twice a month."
  • "She calls her brother every day."

VOCABULARY

  1. Often: Frequently, many times.
    Example: "They often have dinner together."

  2. Rarely: Not often.
    Example: "He rarely visits his cousin."

  3. Together: With someone else.
    Example: "We study together at the library."

  4. Schedule: A plan for activities or events.
    Example: "They have a busy schedule."

  5. Weekend: Saturday and Sunday.
    Example: "They spend time together on the weekend."

  6. Family: A group of related people.
    Example: "She enjoys spending time with her family."

  7. Friendship: A relationship between friends.
    Example: "Friendship is important to them."

  8. Occasionally: Sometimes but not often.
    Example: "They occasionally go to the park."

  9. Reunion: A meeting of people who haven’t seen each other for a long time.
    Example: "They had a family reunion last month."

  10. Bond: A connection or relationship.
    Example: "They share a strong bond."


USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

  1. "How often do they meet?"
  2. "They always enjoy spending time together."
  3. "I think they rarely see each other."
  4. "They sometimes go out for lunch."
  5. "Do you think they spend time together often?"
  6. "Once a week, they visit their grandparents."
  7. "They usually meet on special occasions."
  8. "They have a strong bond because they spend time together frequently."
  9. "I believe they don’t see each other very often."
  10. "How often do you spend time with your friends?"

SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

  • "They always spend Sundays together."
  • "We usually have dinner with the family on Fridays."
  • "She often visits her best friend."

Negative Sentences

  • "They don’t spend much time together during the week."
  • "He rarely calls his uncle."
  • "She never forgets to call her mom."

Questions

  • "How often do you see your family?"
  • "Do they spend time together every weekend?"
  • "How often does he visit his parents?"

Answers

  • "I see my family once a month."
  • "Yes, they always spend weekends together."
  • "He visits his parents twice a year."

CONVERSATION

Scene: Two coworkers are talking about their families.

Maria: How often do you spend time with your family?
Jake: We usually meet every weekend. What about you?
Maria: I sometimes visit my parents, but not every week.
Jake: Why not?
Maria: They live far away, so it’s hard to visit often.
Jake: That makes sense. Do you call them?
Maria: Yes, I call them every evening.


READING

"The Importance of Spending Time Together"

Families and friends often have busy schedules, but spending time together is important for building strong relationships. For example, the Smith family always has dinner together on Fridays. It’s their tradition. They talk about their week, share stories, and enjoy each other’s company.

On the other hand, the Garcia family rarely spends time together because they have different routines. However, they make an effort to meet on special occasions like birthdays and holidays. These moments bring them closer and remind them of the value of family.

Whether it’s once a day, once a week, or even once a month, spending time with loved ones strengthens bonds and creates memories that last forever.


QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

  1. Q: When does the Smith family spend time together?
    A: They always have dinner together on Fridays.

  2. Q: Why don’t the Garcia family spend time together often?
    A: They have different routines.

  3. Q: What do the Smith family do during dinner?
    A: They talk about their week, share stories, and enjoy each other’s company.

  4. Q: When does the Garcia family meet?
    A: They meet on special occasions like birthdays and holidays.

  5. Q: Why is spending time together important?
    A: It strengthens bonds and creates lasting memories.

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