WHY DO YOU WAKE UP AT 7:00 A.M. EVERY DAY?

 This topic focuses on discussing daily habits, routines, and reasons for specific actions using the simple present tense. Students will learn to ask and answer questions about their morning routines and the reasons behind their habits. This lesson provides foundational grammar practice and conversational skills for A1 and A2 level learners.

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GRAMMAR

Simple Present Tense

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

• Affirmative:

  • Subject + base verb (+s/es for third person singular).
    • Example: "I wake up at 7:00 a.m. every day."

• Negative:

  • Subject + do/does not + base verb.
    • Example: "I don’t wake up late during the week."

• Questions:

  • Do/Does + subject + base verb?
    • Example: "Why do you wake up so early?"

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VOCABULARY

1. Alarm: A device that makes a loud sound to wake you up.
   Example: "I use my alarm to wake up at 7:00 a.m."

2. Routine: A regular pattern of activities.
   Example: "My morning routine starts with a shower."

3. Early: Happening before the usual time.
   Example: "I wake up early to exercise."

4. Breakfast: The first meal of the day.
   Example: "I have breakfast at 7:30 a.m."

5. Commute: The journey to work or school.
   Example: "I wake up early because my commute takes one hour."

6. Busy: Having a lot to do.
   Example: "My mornings are always busy."

7. Exercise: Physical activity to stay healthy.
   Example: "I exercise every morning at 7:15 a.m."

8. Productive: Achieving a lot.
   Example: "Waking up early makes me feel productive."

9. Sleepy: Feeling tired or needing sleep.
   Example: "I feel sleepy if I wake up too early."

10. Habit: Something you do regularly.
    Example: "Waking up at 7:00 a.m. is a good habit."

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

1. "I wake up at 7:00 a.m. because..."
2. "My alarm rings at 7:00 a.m., so I..."
3. "I like waking up early because..."
4. "It’s hard to wake up at 7:00 a.m., but I..."
5. "Why do you wake up at 7:00 a.m. every day?"
6. "I don’t wake up at 7:00 a.m. on weekends."
7. "I feel more energetic when I wake up early."
8. "What time do you usually wake up?"
9. "I wake up early to prepare for..."
10. "Waking up late makes me feel..."

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

• "I wake up at 7:00 a.m. every day to start my morning routine."
• "She wakes up at 7:00 a.m. because she has to go to work."

Negative Sentences

• "I don’t wake up late because it makes me feel rushed."
• "He doesn’t wake up early on Sundays."

Questions

• "Why do you wake up at 7:00 a.m. every day?"
• "Do you wake up at the same time on weekends?"

Answers

• Positive: "I wake up at 7:00 a.m. because I like to have time to exercise."
• Negative: "No, I don’t wake up at 7:00 a.m. on weekends. I sleep in."

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CONVERSATION

Scene: Two friends talking about their morning routines.

Lisa: Hi, Tom! Why do you wake up at 7:00 a.m. every day?
Tom: Hey, Lisa! I wake up early to go for a run before work. What about you?
Lisa: I wake up at 7:00 a.m., too, but I take my time to have breakfast and relax.
Tom: That sounds nice. Do you always wake up at the same time on weekends?
Lisa: Not really. On weekends, I sleep until 9:00 a.m. Do you run every day?
Tom: Yes, it’s part of my routine. It helps me feel energetic.

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READING

"Why I Wake Up at 7:00 A.M. Every Day"

Hi! My name is Emily, and I wake up at 7:00 a.m. every day. Why? Because it helps me stay organized. I start my day by drinking a glass of water and stretching for 10 minutes. After that, I prepare breakfast and get ready for work.

Waking up early gives me time to relax before my busy day begins. I also use the morning to check my emails and plan my tasks. On weekends, I sometimes wake up a little later, but I try to keep my routine consistent.

Some people think waking up early is hard, but for me, it’s a habit that makes my life easier. It helps me stay focused and productive.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: What does Emily do first when she wakes up?
   A: She drinks a glass of water and stretches for 10 minutes.

2. Q: Why does Emily wake up at 7:00 a.m.?
   A: She wakes up at 7:00 a.m. to stay organized and have time to relax.

3. Q: What does Emily do after preparing breakfast?
   A: She gets ready for work.

4. Q: Does Emily wake up at the same time on weekends?
   A: No, she sometimes wakes up a little later on weekends.

5. Q: How does waking up early help Emily?
   A: It helps her stay focused and productive.