Sunday, March 8, 2020

Phrases for Worries & Relief



Step 1: Warm-up (Engage the Students)

πŸ—£ Activity - Think & Share

  • Ask: “What makes you worried in daily life?”
  • Let students share simple answers (e.g., exams, interviews, losing things).
  • Then ask: “What makes you feel relief?”
  • Write responses on the board in two columns: Worries | Relief

Step 2: Introduce the Phrases (Explain & Demonstrate)

πŸ‘‰ Common Phrases for Worry

  • I'm really worried about…
  • I'm having second thoughts about…
  • It’s making me anxious.
  • I can’t stop thinking about…
  • What if something goes wrong?

πŸ‘‰ Common Phrases for Relief

  • What a relief!
  • I feel so much better now.
  • That’s a weight off my shoulders.
  • Phew! That was close.
  • I was so worried, but everything turned out fine.

πŸ“Œ Demonstration:

  • Say: “I have an exam tomorrow. I’m really worried about it.”
  • Ask a student: “How can I express relief if I pass?”
  • Guide them to say: “What a relief! I passed the exam.”

Step 3: Interactive Practice

🎭 Role-play (Student Pairs)

  1. Situation 1: Lost & Found

    • Student A: “I lost my phone! I’m really worried.”
    • Student B: “Don’t worry. Let’s check your bag.”
    • (After finding it) “What a relief!”
  2. Situation 2: Job Interview

    • Student A: “I have an interview tomorrow. I can’t stop thinking about it.”
    • Student B: “You’ll do great! Just be confident.”
    • (After interview) “Phew! That wasn’t so bad.”

πŸ‘₯ Mingling Activity:

  • Each student writes one worry on a paper.
  • Walk around & exchange worries.
  • Their partner replies with a relief phrase.

Step 4: Fun Game – Worry & Relief Relay

πŸ† Game Rules:

  • Divide class into two teams.
  • Give each team half sentences (e.g., "I am worried about my results.")
  • The other team must respond with an appropriate relief phrase.
  • Points for correct matches!

Step 5: Wrap-up (Reflection & Discussion)

Ask students:

  • When do you feel worried the most?
  • How can you comfort someone who is worried?
  • Which relief phrases do you like the most?

🎀 Exit Ticket:
Each student shares one worry and one relief phrase they will remember.

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