VOCABULARY
Think about the words: shoes, pen, meat, seat, picture. These are very general descriptions.
Replace the words in italics in the sentences below with one of the above words:
Do you like the sketch of the cat?
I bought a lovely new pair of sandals.
Pass me that ballpoint, please.
Just put it on the chair.
I love that photo you took.
I need to recover the deckchair.
Is this your fountain pen?
I need to rest on the bench for a moment.
I'll have the steak please.
Love your new stilettos!
Sit on the sofa and I'll make the coffee.
Now answer the following questions:
Replace the words in italics in the sentences below with one of the above words:
Do you like the sketch of the cat?
I bought a lovely new pair of sandals.
Pass me that ballpoint, please.
Just put it on the chair.
I love that photo you took.
I need to recover the deckchair.
Is this your fountain pen?
I need to rest on the bench for a moment.
I'll have the steak please.
Love your new stilettos!
Sit on the sofa and I'll make the coffee.
Now answer the following questions:
- 1. Which of the lists would be suitable to teach an elementary class?
2. And a more advanced class?
3. What does this suggest to you about the teaching of vocabulary at different levels?
4. What might have caused the difficulties in the following examples?
a) I desire a drink.
b) I encountered a friend in the park.
c) I am afraid the boss is tethered at the moment.
d) I had a gay old time with Auntie Mary last weekend.
e) I am fatigued.
When ready, email me your thoughts on these points.