In pairs discuss the questions with your partner 1 can you name any American tv programs? 2 do you prefer watching cooking shows nature programs or dramas ? 3 how often do you watch tv in English?

Here are some practical ideas to help you discuss the questions in pairs, plus a short model dialogue you can follow or adapt. Tips for the pair discussion - Take turns speaking: A speaks for a minute, then B responds, then switch. - Give reasons: when you name a program or express a preference, add a reason. - Ask follow-up questions: “What about you?” “Do you prefer X or Y because…?” - Use simple, clear language to stay on-topic. - If you don’t understand something, ask for clarification: “Do you mean…?” “Can you repeat that?” Question 1: Can you name any American TV programs? - Possible programs you can mention (examples): - Friends - The Simpsons - Breaking Bad - Stranger Things - The Big Bang Theory - Grey’s Anatomy - The Office (US) - Lost - Game of Thrones (American production by HBO) - Seinfeld - Example dialogue you can model: A: Can you name any American TV programs? B: Sure. Some I remember are Friends, The Simpsons, Breaking Bad, and Stranger Things. A: Nice choices. Do you watch them often in English? B: Yes, I watch Stranger Things with English subtitles to improve my listening. Question 2: Do you prefer watching cooking shows, nature programs, or dramas? - Ways to answer (you can choose one and explain why): - “I prefer dramas because they have complex plots and develop characters.” - “I prefer cooking shows because I learn new recipes and techniques.” - “I prefer nature programs because they’re relaxing and educational.” - Example dialogue you can model: A: Do you prefer cooking shows, nature programs, or dramas? B: I prefer dramas. I like the twists and the way the characters change over time. A: Interesting. I prefer cooking shows because I enjoy seeing how dishes are made and I can learn new recipes. B: That sounds useful. Do you ever try recipes from the shows? A: Sometimes, yes, especially on weekends. Question 3: How often do you watch TV in English? - Ways to answer (give a frequency and a brief reason): - “I watch English-language TV about 3–4 times a week, for 1–2 hours each time.” - “I watch almost every day, mainly after work or school.” - “I watch English TV mainly on weekends, around 2–3 hours.” - Example dialogue you can model: A: How often do you watch TV in English? B: I watch English-language TV about 4 times a week for around 1 hour each time. A: Do you use subtitles? B: Yes, I usually watch with English subtitles to help my listening. Useful phrases you can use in all questions - Stating preference: I prefer..., I like..., I’m into... - Giving reasons: because..., since..., for the character/plot/learning... - Comparing: more than, less than, as much as - Asking for partner’s view: What about you? Do you prefer... too? - Talking about frequency: every day, several times a week, once a week, rarely, almost never - Talking about learning: I watch in English to improve my listening, I use subtitles, I try to imitate pronunciation If you’d like, I can tailor these to your level (e.g., more formal for an exam, simpler for a classroom activity) or provide a short two-person role-play script you can practice with your partner.