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Conversation Advance · Module 10 · Unit 47

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Learning Objectives

In today"s class, you will talk about winning the lottery and improve your everyday vocabulary by reviewing previous topics.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. If you won the lottery tomorrow, what is the first thing you would do?
  2. Do you think winning a lot of money solves all problems?
  3. What lesson from this module was most helpful to you?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Frugal

    adjective

    /ˈfruːɡəl/

    Meaning:Economical with money.

    Even if I won, I would stay frugal.

    Real Life Tip:

    Wise money management.

  • Investment

    noun

    /ɪnˈvestmənt/

    Meaning:Using money to grow value.

    Make a smart investment.

    Real Life Tip:

    Financial future.

  • Step up

    phrasal verb

    /step ʌp/

    Meaning:Take responsibility.

    Step up and plan.

    Real Life Tip:

    Leadership.

  • Big-ticket

    slang

    /bɪɡ ˈtɪkɪt/

    Meaning:Expensive item.

    No big-ticket buys yet.

    Real Life Tip:

    Luxury item.

  • Take in one"s stride

    idiom

    /teɪk ɪn wʌnz straɪd/

    Meaning:Deal with calmly.

    Take winning in one"s stride.

    Real Life Tip:

    Emotional control.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Kevin and Jennifer imagine what they would do if they suddenly came into a lot of money.
  • Kevin
    What if we won the lottery? Would you go crazy with spending?
  • Jennifer
    Not at all. I would still try to be frugal.
  • Kevin
    I think we would step up and make smart investments.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. Would Jennifer immediately start spending if she won the lottery?
  2. What would Kevin and Jennifer prioritize if they became wealthy?
  3. How do they agree to handle major life changes?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What is the best way to describe someone who is frugal?

  2. What does a big-ticket item mean?

  3. We need to ____ up to the responsibility.

  4. That was a smart ____.

  5. it / in / take / stride / one"s

  6. we / together / do / always

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. What is the most important lesson you learned from this module?
  2. How do you feel about your own financial future?
  3. What would you do to keep life normal if you won the lottery?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. How do I maintain my values if I get rich?
  2. What is the best way to handle large life changes?
  3. How can I better manage my responsibilities?
  4. How do I ensure my investments are safe?
  5. Is being frugal always the best choice?
  6. How do I teach my family about money?
  7. What should I prioritize when planning my future?
  8. How do I stay grounded during success?
  9. What do I do if I feel overwhelmed by choices?
  10. Can I suggest topics for the next module?
Jennifer
Exactly. No silly big-ticket items right away.
  • Kevin
    We would also need to help our family.
  • Jennifer
    True, but we must take it all in our stride.
  • Kevin
    It is a huge change, but we would handle it.
  • Jennifer
    Together, we always do.