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Conversation Advance · Module 13 · Unit 61

Daily Routines and Habits

Pre C2 Proficient

Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to discuss sleep patterns and health using useful everyday vocabulary.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. Are you an early bird or a night owl?
  2. Do you feel like you have mastered your sleep hygiene this week?
  3. Which sleep tip was the most helpful for you?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Cognitive

    adjective

    /ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv/

    Meaning:Relating to thinking and understanding.

    Sleep is vital for cognitive function.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used in professional settings.

  • Hygiene

    noun

    /ˈhaɪdʒiːn/

    Meaning:Practices for maintaining health.

    Good sleep hygiene changed my life.

    Real Life Tip:

    Common wellness term.

  • Wind down

    phrasal verb

    /waɪnd daʊn/

    Meaning:To relax before sleep.

    I wind down by drinking herbal tea.

    Real Life Tip:

    Recommended daily habit.

  • Call it a day

    idiom

    /kɔːl ɪt ə deɪ/

    Meaning:To stop working.

    We should call it a day.

    Real Life Tip:

    Standard office idiom.

  • Zonked

    slang

    /zɒŋkt/

    Meaning:Very tired.

    I am absolutely zonked.

    Real Life Tip:

    Expresses extreme fatigue.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
James and Sarah summarize their findings on sleep habits.
  • James
    This week, I learned that sleep is not just about time, but hygiene.
  • Sarah
    Exactly. My cognitive focus is way better since I started winding down.
  • James
    I was zonked for so long that I forgot how good energy feels.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What did James learn about sleep?
  2. How has Sarah improved her focus?
  3. What do they promise to do in the future?

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 definition of zonked?

  2. What is the main goal of sleep hygiene?

  3. We should ____ it a day.

  4. I need to ____ down before bed.

  5. day / a / it / call

  6. is / zonked / I / so

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. How will you apply these sleep tips to your life?
  2. Why is it hard to maintain sleep habits?
  3. Do you think early birds are more successful than night owls?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. Can I change my sleep pattern permanently?
  2. What should I do if I am a night owl but have an early job?
  3. How does blue light affect my health?
  4. Are naps better for cognitive function or physical rest?
  5. Should I sleep more on weekends?
  6. Is there a best time to wind down?
  7. What do I do if I am zonked but cannot sleep?
  8. Are sleep apps reliable?
  9. How can I tell if my sleep hygiene is bad?
  10. What is the next topic we will study?
Sarah
We should always call it a day early instead of pushing through.
  • James
    I agree. No more all-nighters for me, I have learned my lesson.
  • Sarah
    Great! We are becoming sleep experts.
  • James
    It is nice to feel healthy again.
  • Sarah
    Let us keep these new routines!