Lesson
• Mention risks at the beach. Time to Shine!
1 Listen and read the conversation.Then, with your partner, analyze the warnings.
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—Hi! Are you having a good time? —Yes, thank you! —Just be careful because there are rip currents so you shouldn’t swim in this area. —I don’t have any problems with
currents; I’m an excellent swimmer. —Well, that may be true, but I should also tell you that there are sharks sighted so swimming is forbidden. —Could you repeat that, please? —Yes, some people have seen sharks around, so please take care and enjoy
our facilities here at the beach. —Thanks a lot for your warnings!
Beginning: Description of the Situation
Ending: Instruction
2 Look at the signs, read the warnings, and analyze the expressions used in the beginnings and in the endings. Follow the example. 109
No lifeguard on duty. Swim at your own risk.
Sharp corals. Watch your step.
If you use a kayak, a life jacket is required.
The beginning describes a risky situation; the ending gives a recommendation to avoid that risk.
3 Select new words and expressions from this lesson to include in your class glossary.
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