Sometimes in life, we have chances to do new or different things. A person who is not afraid to try new things is often curious, brave, and open to change. In this topic, we talk about how people usually feel about trying new things and taking chances. We will use frequency adverbs like usually, sometimes, and never to describe habits and behavior.
Examples:
Usually, I am not afraid to try new food.
She sometimes takes a chance and travels alone.
They never try anything new.
We will also learn how to describe attitudes with the verb "to be" and frequency adverbs.
1. GRAMMAR:
1. Frequency Adverbs
We use frequency adverbs to talk about how often we do something.
Always (100%)
Usually (80%)
Sometimes (50%)
Rarely (20%)
Never (0%)
Examples:
I usually try new things.
He sometimes takes risks.
They never eat spicy food.
Place the adverb before the main verb and after the verb "to be".
She is usually brave.
I usually go hiking on weekends.
2. VOCABULARY:
Chance – An opportunity to do something.
Try – To do something new or different.
Usually – In most situations; often.
Brave – Not afraid of danger.
Curious – Wanting to know or experience something new.
Confident – Sure of yourself.
Habit – Something you do regularly.
Open-minded – Willing to try or accept new ideas.
Risk – Something that may be dangerous or not successful.
Routine – A usual way of doing things.
3. USEFUL EXPRESSIONS:
Usually, I am not afraid to try something new.
I sometimes take a chance.
She never gives up.
Trying new things helps me grow.
Don’t be afraid to change your routine.
4. SENTENCES:
4.1 Positive Sentences
I usually take chances when I travel.
He is always curious about new things.
She sometimes tries new sports.
4.2 Negative Sentences
I never try dangerous activities.
He is not usually open to change.
They don’t often go out of their comfort zone.
4.3 Questions
Do you usually take chances?
What new things do you try?
Are you open to new experiences?
4.4 Answers
Yes, I usually like trying new things.
No, I rarely do anything new.
Sometimes I try, but I feel nervous.
5. CONVERSATION:
Tina: Hey Leo, do you want to join the cooking class next week?
Leo: Hmm, I don’t know. I’ve never cooked before.
Tina: Come on! It’s a good chance to try something new.
Leo: You know, I usually don’t try new things... but maybe I will this time.
Tina: Great! It will be fun. I usually enjoy learning new skills.
Leo: Okay, I’ll give it a try. Thanks for the push!
6. READING:
Samantha is a student who loves learning. She usually tries new things every month. Last month, she joined a dance class. This month, she is learning how to paint. Samantha believes that trying new things helps her grow. Sometimes, she feels nervous, but she does it anyway. Her friends say she is brave and open-minded.
Samantha says, "If you don’t take a chance, you will never know what you like. Trying new things makes life interesting."
Questions:
What does Samantha usually do every month?
What did she do last month?
How does she feel sometimes?
What do her friends say about her?
What does she believe?
Answers:
She tries new things.
She joined a dance class.
She feels nervous sometimes.
They say she is brave and open-minded.
She believes that trying new things helps her grow.
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