I'M SAD WHEN I'M...

 Everyone feels sad sometimes, and it's important to express and share those emotions. In this topic, we will explore how to talk about sadness and the situations that make us feel this way. Students will learn to describe their feelings, use basic grammar to explain situations, and expand their vocabulary with emotional and situational words. By the end of this lesson, students will be able to express when and why they feel sad using simple sentences and useful expressions.

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GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple Tense

The present simple tense is used to describe habits, feelings, and general truths.

• Structure: Subject + verb (base form) + object.
• Examples:
  • "I feel sad when I’m alone."
  • "She feels sad when it rains."
  • "Do you feel sad when you lose something?"

2. Talking About Emotions Using "When"

The conjunction "when" connects two clauses to explain the reason or time for feeling sad.

• Examples:
  • "I’m sad when my friends are busy."
  • "She’s sad when she misses her family."
  • "Are you sad when you watch sad movies?"

3. Adjectives and Adverbs

Use adjectives to describe emotions and adverbs to modify how strong the emotion is.

• Examples:
  • "I’m very sad today."
  • "He’s a little upset."
  • "They feel extremely lonely at times."

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VOCABULARY

1. Lonely: Feeling like you have no one with you.
   Example: "I feel lonely when my family is far away."
2. Disappointed: Feeling sad because something didn’t happen as expected.
   Example: "She was disappointed when she lost the game."
3. Upset: Feeling a little angry or sad.
   Example: "He was upset when his plans changed."
4. Heartbroken: Feeling very sad because of a personal loss.
   Example: "She was heartbroken after the breakup."
5. Frustrated: Feeling annoyed because you cannot do something.
   Example: "I’m frustrated when I don’t understand my homework."
6. Homesick: Feeling sad because you miss home.
   Example: "He feels homesick when he’s at camp."
7. Tearful: Feeling like you want to cry.
   Example: "She was tearful after the sad movie."
8. Miserable: Very unhappy.
   Example: "Rainy days make me feel miserable."
9. Melancholy: A deep, gentle sadness.
   Example: "The old photo gave him a feeling of melancholy."
10. Regretful: Feeling sad about something you did or didn’t do.
    Example: "I feel regretful when I forget important things."

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

1. "I feel sad when I’m alone."
2. "She gets upset when someone doesn’t listen to her."
3. "Do you feel lonely when you’re away from home?"
4. "Rainy days always make me feel a little sad."
5. "What makes you feel disappointed?"
6. "I’m heartbroken because I miss my friend."
7. "Sometimes I feel tearful when I hear that song."
8. "It’s normal to feel frustrated when learning something new."
9. "I’m miserable when I’m sick."
10. "He’s regretful about missing the party."

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. "I’m sad when I don’t see my friends."
2. "She feels lonely on Sunday evenings."
3. "They feel disappointed when their plans change."

Negative Sentences

1. "I’m not sad when I stay busy."
2. "He doesn’t feel upset often."
3. "They aren’t frustrated with the results."

Questions

1. "Do you feel sad when it’s cloudy?"
2. "What makes you feel lonely?"
3. "Does he feel disappointed when he loses?"

Answers

1. "Yes, I feel sad when it rains."
2. "I feel lonely when I’m far from home."
3. "No, he doesn’t feel disappointed often."

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CONVERSATION

Scene: Two friends are talking about their feelings.

Emma: Hi, Lucas. You look a little sad. Are you okay?
Lucas: Oh, hi, Emma. Yeah, I’m just feeling a little lonely today.
Emma: I understand. I feel lonely too when I don’t see my friends.
Lucas: Exactly. I haven’t seen anyone all day. It’s hard.
Emma: How about we go for a walk? That might help.
Lucas: That’s a great idea. Thanks, Emma.

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READING

"When Do People Feel Sad?"

Sadness is a normal emotion that everyone feels at times. People feel sad for different reasons. Some feel sad when they lose something important, like a toy or a job. Others feel lonely when they are far from their family or friends.

Weather can also make people feel sad. Rainy days or long winters can create a feeling of sadness. Sometimes, music or movies can make us feel emotional. Listening to a sad song or watching a touching story might remind us of something personal.

Even though sadness is hard, it’s also important. It helps us understand our emotions and connect with others. Talking to someone or doing something you enjoy can often help you feel better.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: Why do people feel sad?
   A: People feel sad for different reasons, such as losing something important or being far from loved ones.

2. Q: How can weather make people sad?
   A: Rainy days or long winters can create a feeling of sadness.

3. Q: What can help when someone feels sad?
   A: Talking to someone or doing something you enjoy can help.

4. Q: Can music or movies make people sad?
   A: Yes, listening to a sad song or watching a touching story can make people feel emotional.