In this topic, students will explore their reactions after facing challenges, especially in subjects like math. Using the past simple tense, they will describe how they felt and what actions they took. This lesson encourages reflection, perseverance, and the use of modals to give advice and support. It also introduces the idea that trying again is a key to success.
For example:
I failed the math test last week.
He didn’t understand the last problem.
I tried again and passed.
You should keep practicing.
Students will share their experiences and discuss how not giving up can lead to improvement.
GRAMMAR
Past Simple:
I failed the test.
She didn’t do the homework.
Present Continuous:
I am studying for the next test.
They are learning new math rules.
Modal Verbs (should, can, must):
You should try again.
He can do better next time.
You must not give up.
Comparatives and Superlatives:
This test was harder than the last one.
She is the most determined student.
Adverbs of Frequency:
always, usually, often, sometimes, never
I never skip practice before a test.
VOCABULARY
Test – An exam to check what you know.
Fail – To not succeed.
Try – To make an effort.
Practice – Repetition to improve.
Understand – To know or learn something.
Review – To look at something again.
Improve – To get better.
Encourage – To support or give hope.
Mistake – Something done wrong.
Confident – Sure about your abilities.
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
Did you give up?
I tried again and passed.
You can do it!
Keep going!
Don’t be afraid of mistakes.
Practice makes perfect!
SENTENCES
Positive:
I studied more and passed the second test.
She didn’t give up and got a better score.
We kept practicing every day.
Negative:
I didn’t understand the last part.
He gave up after one mistake.
They didn’t review the material.
Questions:
Did you give up?
Did you try again?
What did you do after the test?
Answers:
I failed but tried again.
Yes, I studied more and passed.
No, I didn’t try again, but I will next time.
CONVERSATION
Teacher: How was your math test, Leo?
Leo: It was really hard. I failed.
Teacher: I see. Did you try to review the problems?
Leo: No, I just gave up. I thought I couldn’t do it.
Teacher: That’s not true. You can do it. You just need to try again.
Leo: Really? What should I do?
Teacher: Start with the questions you didn’t understand. We can work on them together.
Leo: Okay. I will try again.
Teacher: That’s the right attitude! Keep going.
LONG READING
Many students feel disappointed when they don’t pass a test. Sarah, a 13-year-old student, failed her math test last month. She felt sad and thought she wasn’t good at math. She didn’t want to try again. Her friend Noah encouraged her. He said, “Don’t give up, Sarah. Let’s study together.”
They started reviewing the lessons every afternoon. Sarah practiced problems, asked questions, and stayed positive. After two weeks, she took a new test. She passed! Sarah was very happy and proud. She learned that success comes after trying again.
Questions and Answers:
What did Sarah fail? – Her math test.
How did she feel? – She felt sad and discouraged.
Who helped her? – Her friend Noah.
What did they do? – They studied together every afternoon.
What happened after? – She passed the new test.
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