IS OUR CLASSMATE WEARING A SWEATER?

 This lesson focuses on using the present continuous tense to ask yes/no questions about what someone is wearing. Students will practice describing clothing and answering questions related to current actions and appearances. This topic is helpful for improving observational skills and developing vocabulary for everyday conversations about clothing.

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GRAMMAR

Present Continuous for Yes/No Questions

• Usage: To ask about actions or states happening now.
• Structure:
  Be (am/is/are) + subject + verb(-ing)?

Examples:

• Is our classmate wearing a sweater?
• Are they wearing jackets?
• Is she carrying a backpack?

Answers

• Positive:
  Yes, subject + be.
  Yes, he is.

• Negative:
  No, subject + be + not.
  No, she isn’t.

Key Notes

1. Use is with singular subjects (he, she, it).
2. Use are with plural subjects (we, they).

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VOCABULARY

1. Sweater: A warm piece of clothing worn on the upper body. (He is wearing a red sweater.)
2. Classmate: A person in the same class as you. (My classmate is studying.)
3. Jacket: A short coat. (She is not wearing a jacket.)
4. Shirt: A piece of clothing for the upper body. (He is wearing a white shirt.)
5. Scarf: A long piece of cloth for the neck. (They are wearing scarves.)
6. Gloves: Hand coverings for warmth. (Are they wearing gloves?)
7. Boots: Shoes that cover the ankle and foot. (She is wearing boots.)
8. Pants: Clothing for the legs. (He is wearing blue pants.)
9. Hat: A head covering. (Is he wearing a hat?)
10. Shoes: Footwear. (She isn’t wearing shoes inside.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Is he/she wearing...?
• Yes, he/she is.
• No, he/she isn’t.
• What is he/she wearing?
• They are wearing sweaters and scarves.
• She is not wearing a hat.
• Are you wearing a jacket?
• He is wearing a black sweater.
• We are all wearing uniforms today.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. He is wearing a green sweater.
2. They are wearing scarves and gloves.
3. She is wearing a yellow jacket.

Negative Sentences

1. He is not wearing a hat.
2. They are not wearing coats.
3. She isn’t wearing a sweater.

Questions

1. Is our classmate wearing a sweater?
2. Are they wearing jackets?
3. Is he wearing a blue scarf?

Answers

1. Yes, our classmate is wearing a sweater.
2. No, they aren’t wearing jackets.
3. Yes, he is wearing a blue scarf.

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CONVERSATION

Anna: Is our classmate wearing a sweater today?
Peter: Yes, she is. It’s a red sweater.
Anna: Is she wearing a scarf too?
Peter: No, she isn’t. But she is wearing a hat.
Anna: Oh, I didn’t notice that. Are you wearing your jacket?
Peter: No, I’m not. It’s not that cold today.

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READING

"What Are They Wearing?"

It is a cold morning at school, and the students are in the classroom. Sarah is wearing a pink sweater and blue pants. She is also wearing her favorite black boots. Next to her, Mark is wearing a blue jacket and a gray scarf. He is holding his gloves because it is warm inside.

In the back of the classroom, Emily and Jake are sitting together. Emily is wearing a yellow sweater and green pants. Jake, however, is not wearing a sweater. He is wearing a white shirt and black shoes.

The teacher asks, “Who is wearing a sweater today?” Sarah raises her hand and says, “I am!” Mark and Emily also raise their hands. Jake laughs and says, “I forgot my sweater at home!”

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: What is Sarah wearing?
   A: Sarah is wearing a pink sweater and blue pants.

2. Q: Is Mark wearing a scarf?
   A: Yes, Mark is wearing a gray scarf.

3. Q: What is Emily wearing?
   A: Emily is wearing a yellow sweater and green pants.

4. Q: Is Jake wearing a sweater?
   A: No, Jake is not wearing a sweater.

5. Q: Why is Jake not wearing a sweater?
   A: He forgot his sweater at home.