In this topic, we learn how to talk about how often we do activities. We use adverbs of frequency like always, usually, sometimes, and never to explain our routines and habits. It’s important to know how to describe our daily, weekly, or occasional actions.
Examples:
I always eat breakfast at 7 a.m.
She sometimes plays soccer after school.
We never go to the gym on Sundays.
GRAMMAR
We use adverbs of frequency with the present simple tense.
Structure:
Subject + adverb of frequency + base verb
Common adverbs:
Always (100%)
Usually (80%)
Often (60%)
Sometimes (40%)
Rarely (20%)
Never (0%)
Examples:
I always do my homework.
He usually goes to bed at 10 p.m.
They sometimes watch TV in the evening.
We never eat late.
Questions:
How often do you play soccer?
Does she usually arrive on time?
Short Answers:
Yes, I do. / No, I don't.
Yes, she does. / No, she doesn't.
VOCABULARY (10 words with definition)
Always – every time
Usually – most of the time
Often – many times
Sometimes – not always, only at certain times
Rarely – not often
Never – at no time
Activity – something you do
Routine – your regular habits
Schedule – a plan of times and activities
Habit – something you do regularly
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I always drink water in the morning.
She usually studies at night.
We often go for a walk after dinner.
He sometimes forgets his homework.
They never arrive late.
SENTENCES
Positive:
I always brush my teeth after meals.
She usually reads before bed.
We sometimes visit our grandparents.
Negative:
I never skip breakfast.
He rarely plays video games.
They don’t often go to the park.
Questions and Answers:
How often do you exercise? – I usually exercise three times a week.
Does he always finish his homework? – Yes, he does.
Do they often watch movies? – No, they don't.
Does she sometimes cook dinner? – Yes, she does.
CONVERSATION
Lucy: How often do you go swimming?
Jack: I usually go swimming twice a week.
Lucy: That’s great! I sometimes go swimming, but I usually run.
Jack: Running is good too. Do you run every day?
Lucy: No, I sometimes skip a day. How about you? Do you always swim on the same days?
Jack: Yes, I always swim on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Lucy: Good routine!
READING
Daily Habits
Sophie has a busy schedule. She always wakes up at 6:30 a.m. She usually eats a healthy breakfast and then goes to school. After school, she often does her homework and sometimes plays the piano. Sophie rarely watches TV because she prefers to read books. On weekends, she never stays in bed late. She enjoys going outside and meeting her friends.
Questions:
What time does Sophie wake up?
What does she usually eat in the morning?
Does Sophie often play the piano?
Does she watch TV a lot?
What does she do on weekends?
Answers:
At 6:30 a.m.
A healthy breakfast.
Yes, she does.
No, she rarely watches TV.
She enjoys going outside and meeting friends.
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