IS NATH AN ONLY CHILD?

 The topic "Is Nath an only child?" invites learners to explore family structures and relationships. It helps students practice forming yes/no questions, discussing siblings, and using related vocabulary. The question allows for engaging conversations about family members and their roles, which are relatable to most learners.

This lesson focuses on the present simple tense, questions with "is", and vocabulary related to family. By the end of the lesson, learners will confidently ask and answer questions about whether someone is an only child and describe their own family structures.

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GRAMMAR

Yes/No Questions with "Is"

• Usage: To confirm or deny a fact.
• Structure:
  • Is + subject + complement?
    • Is Nath an only child?
    • Is she your sister?

Answering Yes/No Questions

• Positive:
  • Yes, + subject + is.
    • Yes, she is.
• Negative:
  • No, + subject + is not (isn’t).
    • No, she isn’t.

Examples

1. Is Nath an only child?
   • Yes, she is.
   • No, she isn’t. She has a brother.
2. Are you an only child?
   • Yes, I am.
   • No, I’m not. I have two siblings.

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VOCABULARY

1. Only Child: A person with no siblings. (Example: Nath is an only child.)
2. Sibling: A brother or sister. (Example: She has two siblings.)
3. Brother: A male sibling. (Example: Her brother is older than her.)
4. Sister: A female sibling. (Example: She has a younger sister.)
5. Parent: A mother or father. (Example: Nath’s parents are very supportive.)
6. Family: A group of related people. (Example: They have a small family.)
7. Cousin: A child of your aunt or uncle. (Example: My cousin is very friendly.)
8. Relative: A person connected by blood or marriage. (Example: She visits her relatives every weekend.)
9. Twins: Two siblings born at the same time. (Example: They are identical twins.)
10. Adopted: Taken into a family legally as a child. (Example: She is adopted.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Asking About Family:

  • Is she an only child?
  • Does she have any siblings?
  • Who does she live with?

• Describing Family:

  • She is an only child.
  • He has a big family with three siblings.
  • Her parents are very kind.

• Expressing Opinions:

  • I think being an only child can be lonely.
  • Having siblings is fun but challenging.

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SENTENCES

Positive:

1. Nath is an only child.
2. She doesn’t have any siblings.

Negative:

1. Nath is not an only child.
2. She has two brothers.

Questions:

1. Is Nath an only child?
2. Does Nath have any siblings?

Answers:

1. Yes, she is.
2. No, she isn’t. She has a sister.

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CONVERSATION

Emma: Hi, do you know Nath?
Liam: Yes, I do. She’s in my class.
Emma: Is Nath an only child?
Liam: No, she isn’t. She has a younger brother.
Emma: That’s nice. Do they get along well?
Liam: Yes, they do. They play soccer together every weekend.
Emma: That sounds fun!

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READING

"Nath’s Family Story"

Nath is a 20-year-old university student. Many people assume she is an only child because she often talks about spending time with her parents. However, Nath has a younger brother named Leo. Leo is 15 years old and loves playing soccer. Despite their age difference, Nath and Leo have a close relationship.

They live in a small house with their parents. Nath’s mother is a teacher, and her father is an engineer. The family enjoys having dinner together every evening, where they share stories about their day. On weekends, they often go to the park or watch movies at home.

Even though Nath loves her family, she sometimes wishes she had more siblings. She enjoys hearing stories from her friends who come from larger families. However, she feels lucky to have Leo, as he always makes her laugh and supports her during difficult times. Nath believes that whether someone has many siblings or none, the most important thing is to have a loving family.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: Is Nath an only child?
   A: No, she isn’t. She has a younger brother named Leo.

2. Q: How old is Nath’s brother?
   A: He is 15 years old.

3. Q: What do Nath and her family do in the evenings?
   A: They have dinner together and share stories about their day.

4. Q: What does Nath sometimes wish for?
   A: She wishes she had more siblings.

5. Q: What does Nath believe is the most important thing about family?
   A: She believes the most important thing is to have a loving family.