BAD HABIT: BEING LATE

 In this topic, we will talk about the habit of being late. Being late means arriving after the correct time. Some people are late to school, work, or meetings. Being late can cause problems because it shows disrespect for other people's time. It can also make you miss important things. Good habits include being on time or arriving early.

Examples:

• I am often late for school.

• He is late for work every Monday.

• They are never late for meetings.

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GRAMMAR

We use the present simple tense to talk about habits and routines.

Structure:

• Subject + verb "to be" (am/is/are) + complement

Examples:

• I am late sometimes.

• She is always late for class.

• They are never late for work.

Negative Sentences:

• I am not late today.

• He is not usually late.

• We are not late for dinner.

Questions:

• Are you often late?

• Is he late again?

• Are they late for the meeting?

Short Answers:

• Yes, I am. / No, I am not.

• Yes, he is. / No, he isn't.

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VOCABULARY (10 words with definition)

1. Late – arriving after the right time

2. Habit – something you do regularly

3. Punctual – arriving on time

4. Disrespect – not showing care or respect

5. Deadline – the final time to do something

6. Schedule – a plan of activities and times

7. Delay – a wait or stop before something happens

8. Appointment – a set time to meet someone

9. Miss – to not arrive in time for something

10. Responsible – doing what you need to do

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• I am sorry for being late.

• She is late again!

• Please try to be on time.

• Being late can cause problems.

• Let’s meet on schedule.

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SENTENCES

Positive:

• I am usually on time.

• He is early for meetings.

• They are always punctual.

Negative:

• I am not late today.

• She is not often late.

• We are not late for school.

Questions and Answers:

• Are you late for class? – Yes, I am.

• Is he late for work? – No, he isn’t.

• Are they late for the party? – Yes, they are.

• Is she on time? – Yes, she is.

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CONVERSATION

Lucy: Are you often late for school?

Mark: Sometimes, but I try to be on time.

Lucy: What happens when you are late?

Mark: I miss the first part of the lesson.

Lucy: Do your teachers get upset?

Mark: Yes, they want us to be punctual.

Lucy: I understand. Being on time shows respect.

Mark: I will do my best to improve!

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READING

Bad Habit: Being Late

Being late is a bad habit for many people. When you are late, you may miss important information. Your teachers, friends, or boss may feel disrespected. Some people are always late because they do not plan well. It is important to have a good schedule and respect deadlines. Being on time shows that you are responsible and care about others. Try to leave your house early and check the time often.

Questions:

1. Why is being late a bad habit?

2. What do people miss when they are late?

3. How can people be more punctual?

4. What does being on time show?

5. What is a good idea to avoid being late?

Answers:

1. Because it shows disrespect and causes problems.

2. They miss important information.

3. By planning well and checking the time.

4. It shows responsibility and respect.

5. Leaving the house early.