WHAT SPORTS DO YOU KNOW?

 Sports are physical activities that people do for fun, health, or competition. People play sports alone or with others. Some sports are popular around the world like football (soccer), basketball, and tennis. In this topic, you will learn how to talk about sports in English. You can ask about someone’s favorite sport or say what sport you know or play.

Examples:

• I know how to play tennis.

• My favorite sport is basketball.

• Do you know how to swim?

GRAMMAR: Verb "know" + how to + verb / Simple Present Tense

We use "know how to" to talk about ability. Use the simple present tense to talk about habits and facts.

Examples:

• I know how to play volleyball.

• She knows how to swim.

• They don't know how to skate.

• Do you know how to ride a bike?

VOCABULARY

1. Sport – a game or activity that needs physical effort.

2. Team – a group of people who play a sport together.

3. Player – a person who plays a sport.

4. Match – a game between two teams or players.

5. Ball – a round object used in many sports.

6. Win – to be the best or come first in a game.

7. Lose – to not win.

8. Coach – a person who trains a player or a team.

9. Practice – to do something many times to get better.

10. Favorite – the one you like the most.

USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• I play basketball on weekends.

• My favorite sport is...

• I don’t like sports.

• Do you play any sports?

• I watch football every Sunday.

SENTENCES

Positive:

• I know how to play baseball.

• She plays tennis very well.

Negative:

• I don’t know how to swim.

• He doesn’t like soccer.

Questions:

• What sports do you know?

• Do you play football?

Answers:

• I know basketball and swimming.

• Yes, I play football every Friday.

CONVERSATION

Sophie: Hi, Marco! What sports do you know?

Marco: Hey, Sophie! I know how to play soccer and table tennis.

Sophie: That’s cool. Do you play every week?

Marco: Yes, I play soccer on Saturdays. How about you?

Sophie: I play basketball with my school team.

Marco: Nice! Have you ever tried swimming?

Sophie: Yes! I love swimming. It’s fun and relaxing.

Marco: Great! Maybe we can play together sometime.

READING

Many people around the world enjoy sports. Sports help you stay healthy and strong. Some people play sports like football or basketball. Others like swimming, running, or tennis. Some sports are played alone, and others are team sports. Children often learn sports at school or in clubs. Adults also enjoy watching sports on TV or at the stadium. Sports are a fun way to spend time with friends and stay active.

Questions and Answers:

1. Why do people play sports?

   • To stay healthy and strong.

2. What are some team sports?

   • Football and basketball.

3. Where do children learn sports?

   • At school or in clubs.