Topic: “Weather and Seasons” (B1 Level)
Goal: improve listening, speaking, and vocabulary
Vocabulary
A. Gloomy – (adj) in weather, gloomy means dark, cloudy, and depressing. Example sentence: The sky was gloomy, with thick clouds covering the sun.
B. Humid – (adj) weather that feels wet or sticky due to high moisture content in the air. Example sentence: The air felt humid, making it uncomfortable to breathe as sweat dripped down our faces.
C. Celsius – (noun) used to measure temperature.
D. Weather forecast – (noun) is a prediction of the weather conditions expected in a specific area over a certain period. Example sentence: I checked the weather forecast to see if it would rain tomorrow.
E. Mild – (adj) describes weather that is neither too hot nor too cold, pleasant and comfortable. Example sentence: It was a mild day, perfect for a stroll in the park.
F. Boiling – (adj) refers to very hot weather that makes you feel sweaty and uncomfortable. Example sentence: It is boiling outside. It is difficult to stay outside for a long time. I think it’s more than 37 degrees outside.
G. Drop – (verb) means a sudden decrease in temperature or a fall in atmospheric pressure. Example sentence: The temperature usually drops during a rainstorm.
H. Hot cocoa – hot chocolate drink
I. Loire Valley – a famous valley in France.
J. Chateaus – (noun) is a large French country house or castle, often luxurious and typically located in the countryside.
K. Stroll / strolling – (verb) to walk leisurely
Guide Questions
1. What does
the speaker say about the weather in his city today?
2. What will
be the weather like in his city tomorrow?
3. What kind
of weather does he like and dislike?
4. What is
his favorite season and why?
5. What is
the best place to visit during his favorite season and why?
