LUCY AND I WATCH TV TOGETHER ON THE WEEKENDS

 The sentence "Lucy and I watch TV together on the weekends" introduces learners to the concept of shared activities and routines. This topic is ideal for A1 and A2 learners as it provides a context to discuss habits, preferences, and bonding time with friends or family.

This lesson focuses on the present simple tense, vocabulary related to television and free-time activities, and useful expressions to talk about shared interests. Learners will practice creating sentences, asking questions, and engaging in conversations about weekend routines.

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to describe their weekend habits, talk about shared activities, and ask others about their free time.

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GRAMMAR

Present Simple Tense

• Usage:

  • To describe habits and routines.
  • Example: Lucy and I watch TV together on the weekends.

• Structure:

  • Positive: Subject + base verb (with -s for third-person singular).
    • She watches her favorite show every Sunday.
  • Negative: Subject + do/does not + base verb.
    • We do not watch TV every weekend.
  • Question: Do/Does + subject + base verb?
    • Do Lucy and you watch TV together every weekend?

Using "Together"

• Usage:
  • To emphasize shared actions.
  • Example: We study together in the evenings.

Time Expressions

• Usage:
  • To indicate when an action occurs.
  • Examples:
    • On the weekends
    • Every Saturday night
    • In the afternoon

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VOCABULARY

1. Together: Doing something with another person. (Example: Lucy and I watch TV together.)
2. Weekend: Saturday and Sunday. (Example: We relax on the weekends.)
3. Channel: A station on TV. (Example: What channel is the movie on?)
4. Episode: A single part of a TV series. (Example: This episode is very funny.)
5. Show: A program on TV. (Example: We like to watch comedy shows.)
6. Remote Control: A device to operate the TV. (Example: Who has the remote control?)
7. Series: A set of episodes in a show. (Example: We are watching a new series.)
8. Cartoon: An animated show. (Example: Lucy loves cartoons.)
9. Commercial: An advertisement on TV. (Example: There are too many commercials.)
10. Streaming: Watching content online. (Example: We stream movies on weekends.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Talking About Shared Activities:

  • Lucy and I watch TV together.
  • We enjoy watching movies on Saturday nights.

• Asking Questions:

  • What do you watch on the weekends?
  • Do you have a favorite TV show?

• Describing TV Preferences:

  • I like watching comedies.
  • She prefers documentaries.

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SENTENCES

Positive:

1. Lucy and I watch TV together on the weekends.
2. We enjoy watching comedy shows on Saturday nights.

Negative:

1. We do not watch TV during the week.
2. Lucy and I don’t like scary movies.

Questions:

1. Do you and Lucy watch TV together every weekend?
2. What shows do you both like?

Answers:

1. Yes, we watch TV together every weekend.
2. We both like watching documentaries and comedies.

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CONVERSATION

Anna: Hi, what do you usually do on the weekends?
Lucy: My friend and I watch TV together.
Anna: That sounds fun! What do you watch?
Lucy: We love watching comedy shows and sometimes movies.
Anna: Do you always watch TV at home?
Lucy: Yes, we make popcorn and relax on the sofa.
Anna: That’s a perfect way to spend the weekend!

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READING

"Weekend TV Time with Lucy"

Lucy and her best friend Sarah have a special routine for the weekends. Every Saturday evening, Sarah comes to Lucy’s house, and they watch TV together. They start by choosing a show or movie. Sometimes, they watch a comedy series that makes them laugh, and other times, they watch an exciting mystery film.

Before they start, Lucy makes popcorn, and Sarah prepares some drinks. They sit on the big sofa in the living room and enjoy their time together. They also love talking about the characters in the shows and guessing what will happen next.

On Sundays, they sometimes watch cartoons or documentaries, depending on their mood. Watching TV together has become a tradition, and it helps them relax and bond after a busy week.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: What do Lucy and Sarah do every Saturday evening?
   A: They watch TV together.

2. Q: What kinds of shows do they watch?
   A: They watch comedy series, mystery films, cartoons, and documentaries.

3. Q: What does Lucy prepare before they watch TV?
   A: She makes popcorn.

4. Q: Where do they sit while watching TV?
   A: They sit on the big sofa in the living room.

5. Q: Why do they enjoy watching TV together?
   A: It helps them relax and bond after a busy week.