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Conversation Activator: Speaking Booster

(Unit 3, Page 29: Now You Can)

Take a minute to review the Conversation Spotlight on page 29 and the language below.
Then close your book and role-play a conversation where you express frustration,
empathy, or encouragement. Use one of the problems from your notepad.
Start like this:
“You look upset. Is something wrong?”
NEED HELP? Here’s language you already know:

Expressing frustration Expressing empathy

Actually, I’ve been ___. I’m sorry to hear that.
Basically, I ___. That must be frustrating.
No matter how/what ___. I totally understand.
He/she never ___. Anytime.
I’m feeling really fed up. I know what you mean.
I always ___. That must be ___.
I’m having trouble with ___. Oh, no. That’s ___.
Well, I ___.
I give up!
I’m fed up!
I’ve had it!
I just can’t take it anymore!

Expressing encouragement
Hang in there!
Don’t let it get you down.
Don’t give up.
Situations Sounds like you ___.
where you might It’s not the end of the world.
have a problem It’s not a big deal.
at home, at work, at school,
with money, with a relationship,
with your health, with family,
in new places

Summit 2, Third Edition Unit 3

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