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1.1.1 Conversational Skills: Polite Language

English · Grade 7 · 2 lessons in the design

What this covers

  • Polite expressions for introducing self and others
  • Polite language in the classroom, market and office: please, excuse me, thank you, may I
  • English equivalents of respectful greetings such as Shikamoo

What you will be able to do

  • identify polite expressions used in the introduction of self and others
  • use polite expressions in the introduction of self and others in different speaking contexts
  • model respectful behaviour during introductions

Key questions

“Why is it important for people to introduce themselves?”

Lessons

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  1. Polite introductions
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Use please, excuse me and clear names when you introduce yourself or someone else.
  2. Polite language in class, market and office
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Match please, excuse me and thank you to the classroom, a market stall and an office.