Grammar
Explain how idioms are useful in everyday speaking.
Vocabulary
Add 10 words to vocabulary list.
Write out and learn the definitions.
Learn the correct spelling.
Review the previous word list.
Speaking
Have a 5 minute conversation with a natural English speaker and ask them to check your language.
Listening
Find the NPR radio station and listen to a 30 minute news broadcast. Write down questions about what you did not understand and be prepared to discuss this in class.
Reading
Read the article, “Americans Tread Water in Gulf between Rich and Poor”. Look for the use of idioms and mark these for discussion in class.
Writing
Think of five Chinese idioms and translate them to English. Write out an explanation of the idiom.
Pronunciation
Practice speaking last week’s vocabulary that were reviewed in class.