IT REALLY BOTHERS ME

In this topic, we will talk about things that bother or annoy us. Something that bothers you is something that makes you feel uncomfortable, angry, or upset. Everyone has different things that they do not like. For example, loud noises, people being late, or bad manners.

Examples:

• It really bothers me when people chew loudly.

• It bothers her when someone interrupts her.

• It bothers them when people are rude.

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GRAMMAR

We use the present simple tense to talk about what bothers us.

Structure:

• It + bothers + object

• It + does not bother + object

Examples:

• It bothers me when people are late.

• It does not bother him when it rains.

• It bothers her when someone is rude.

Questions:

• Does it bother you when people talk loudly?

• Does it bother him when it's cold?

Short Answers:

• Yes, it does. / No, it doesn't.

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VOCABULARY (10 words with definition)

1. Bother – to annoy or upset someone

2. Annoy – to make someone a little angry

3. Noise – a loud or unpleasant sound

4. Interrupt – to stop someone from speaking

5. Manners – polite behavior

6. Rude – not polite

7. Patient – able to wait calmly

8. Frustrate – to make someone feel upset or angry

9. Disrespect – lack of respect for someone

10. Calm – quiet and peaceful

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• It really bothers me when...

• I can't stand it when...

• It makes me feel upset when...

• One thing that annoys me is...

• I try to stay calm but sometimes...

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SENTENCES

Positive:

• It bothers me when people talk loudly.

• She gets annoyed when someone is late.

• They feel upset when there is too much noise.

Negative:

• It does not bother me when it rains.

• He does not get angry easily.

• We do not mind waiting in line.

Questions and Answers:

• Does it bother you when people chew loudly? – Yes, it does.

• Does it bother her when it's hot? – No, it doesn't.

• Do loud noises bother them? – Yes, they do.

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CONVERSATION

Tom: It really bothers me when people are always late.

Lisa: I understand. It bothers me too. It feels like they don't respect my time.

Tom: Exactly! I try to be patient, but it's hard sometimes.

Lisa: I know. I usually bring a book to read if I have to wait.

Tom: That's a good idea. Maybe I should do that too!

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READING

Things That Bother Us

Everyone has small things that bother them. For some people, it is loud music. For others, it is people being rude. When something bothers you, it can make you feel angry or upset. It is important to find ways to stay calm. For example, you can take deep breaths, listen to music you like, or talk to someone you trust. Remember, you can't always control what happens, but you can control how you react.

Questions:

1. What are examples of things that bother people?

2. How can something that bothers you make you feel?

3. What can you do to stay calm?

4. Can you always control what happens?

5. What can you control?

Answers:

1. Loud music and rude people.

2. Angry or upset.

3. Take deep breaths, listen to music, or talk to someone.

4. No, you can't.

5. You can control how you react.