Sometimes, people stay awake late at night for different reasons. Maybe they are not tired, or they have too much energy. Sometimes, they have a lot of work or study to do. Other times, people cannot sleep because they are worried or thinking about something. For example:
Tom is still awake because he drank coffee late at night.
Sarah is not sleeping because she is watching a movie.
I can't sleep because I am thinking about my trip tomorrow.
Being awake late at night can make you feel tired the next day. It is important to sleep well to have energy and feel good.
GRAMMAR
This topic uses the present continuous to talk about actions happening right now.
Structure:
Subject + am/is/are + verb (-ing) + complement
Examples:
Why are you still awake?
I am watching TV.
She is studying for her test.
Negative form:
I am not sleeping because I am not tired.
He isn’t working now.
Yes/No Questions:
Are you still working? → Yes, I am. / No, I’m not.
Is she sleeping? → Yes, she is. / No, she isn’t.
VOCABULARY
Awake – Not sleeping.
Tired – Feeling like you need to sleep.
Energy – The power to be active.
Coffee – A drink that can help you stay awake.
Late – After the expected time.
Worried – Feeling nervous about something.
Sleep – To rest at night.
Study – To learn something.
Thinking – Using your mind.
Movie – A film you watch.
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I can’t sleep because…
Why are you still awake?
I am not tired.
It’s very late! Go to bed!
I drank too much coffee.
I am watching a movie.
I need to finish my work.
I have too much energy.
I will sleep soon.
I have a lot on my mind.
SENTENCES
Positive:
I am reading a book.
She is still watching TV.
They are talking on the phone.
Negative:
I am not sleeping because I am not tired.
He isn’t working now.
She isn’t reading a book.
Questions & Answers:
Why are you still awake? → I am thinking about my exam.
Are you watching TV? → Yes, I am. / No, I’m not.
Is he working late? → Yes, he is. / No, he isn’t.
CONVERSATION
Tom: Hey, Sarah! It's 3:15! Why are you still awake?
Sarah: I can't sleep. I have too much energy.
Tom: Did you drink coffee?
Sarah: Yes, I drank a big cup at 9:00 p.m.
Tom: That’s why! You should drink water instead.
Sarah: You’re right. But why are you still awake?
Tom: I have a test tomorrow, so I am studying.
Sarah: You need to sleep to do well on your test.
Tom: Yes, I will go to bed now.
READING
Maria is in bed, but she cannot sleep. She looks at the clock. It is 3:15 a.m. She feels tired, but her mind is busy. She is thinking about work, her family, and her weekend plans. She tries to close her eyes, but she is still awake. She decides to drink some water and listen to soft music. After 30 minutes, she feels relaxed. She closes her eyes and finally falls asleep.
Questions:
Why can't Maria sleep?
What time is it?
What does Maria do to relax?
Does she fall asleep in the end?
Answers:
She is thinking about work, her family, and her weekend plans.
It is 3:15 a.m.
She drinks water and listens to soft music.
Yes, she finally falls asleep.
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