Live Class 5 : Live Class 5 English Roots Program
Grammar: ´not a / any´ : Grammar: ´not a / any´ ´not a / any´
No is a stronger way to say not a or not any.
At the beginning of a sentence no is almost alway used.
Slide 3 : Examples
Sorry, I‘ve got no time.
There were no letters for you this morning.
No cigarette is completely harmless. (NOT Not any cigarette...)
No tourists ever come to our village.
Slide 4 : Nobody, nothing etc. are used in the same way.
Nobody loves me.
I‘ve got absolutely nothing to say.
Slide 5 : Before of, we use none, not no.
None of his friends like it.
Put in no/none/nobody : Put in no/none/nobody Why can‘t I have toast for breakfast?
Because there‘s____bread.
2. ____newspaper tells the whole truth.
3. ____of the people there remembered seeing anything unusual.
4. I‘ve got___patience with people like her.
Put in no/none/nobody : Put in no/none/nobody 5. ___of you care what I think.
6. He had___money,___job and___place to live.
Any (it doesn‘t matter which) : Any (it doesn‘t matter which) Any can mean it doesn‘t matter which.
With this meaning, any is common in affirmative sentences.
In negative sentences, we can use just any to make this meaning clear.
Any... : Any... Any doctor will tell you that smoking is bad for you.
He gets angry with any man who looks at his wife.
Come any time you like
I don‘t do any work.
Slide 10 : Anybody, anything etc. can be used in the same way.
Anybody can swim if they really want to.
Can I have something to eat?
Of course, take anything you like.
Choose the best word... : Choose the best word... (Any/No) doctor can tell you if you‘ve got flu.
Just say (anything/nothing), so we see if the microphone works.
Jim tells his problems to (anybody/nobody) who will listen.
Medical Advice : Medical Advice Name several illnesses that keep people from going to work or school. Then, discuss the symptoms for each and remedies and treatments for curing the problem.
Listening : Listening Listen to the conversation then answer the questions.
Slide 14 : 1. What's the matter with Steve?A. He has a cold.B. He has the flu.C. He has a stomachache.
2. How long has Steve been sick?A. since FridayB. since SaturdayC. since Sunday
Slide 15 : 3. How often should Steve take the medicine the doctor prescribes?A. three times a day with mealsB. four times a day before mealsC. three times a day after meals
4. What does Carla suggest he do?A. take herbal medicineB. see another doctorC. eat chicken soup
5. What does Steve decide to do?A. talk to another friendB. listen to Carla's suggestionC. see the same doctor again
Slide 16 : Carla: So, how are things going, Steve?
Steve: Well, to be honest Carla, I was feeling great on Saturday, but I started to feel sick Sunday afternoon. I thought I'd get better, but I feel worse than before. And I'm really worried because I'm scheduled to give a presentation at work on Friday, so I have to be better by then.
Carla: Well, what seems to be the problem?
Steve: Well, I thought I had the flu, but the doctor said it was just a bad cold. He gave me some cold medicine to take care of my stuffy nose and fever. I'm supposed to take the medicine three times a day after eating, but it doesn't seem to help. He also told me to stay off my feet for a day or so, but I'm so busy these days. Carla: Listen, forget about that medicine! I have just the thing to get rid of bad colds. You see, my mom is really into herbal medicine.
Steve: Oh, no thanks.
Carla: Ah, come on! Give it a try. You just take some of my mom's herbal tea and drink it four times a day. Believe me. You'll be up and dancing around in no time.
Steve: Dancing around in no time, right? Well, I guess. Nothing else seems to be doing the job.
Carla: Great. I'll come by your place at 7:30. See you then.
Slide 17 : What home remedies do you have in your country for the following illnesses or situations? Search for information in books or online to help you answer this question:
cold
stomachache
hangover
hiccups
sore throat
Appointment : Appointment What are some of the most common problems for which people go to a doctor when seeking medical advice and an examination? Do you ever look for medical advice or medication online?
Slide 19 : 1. What is the man's name?
A. RussellB. RandallC. Ronald
2. From the conversation, how did the man probably find out about Dr. Carter?
A. He saw the office on his way home from work.
B. A friend referred him to Dr. Carter's office.C. He found Dr. Carter's number in the phone book.
Slide 20 : 3. What time does he schedule an appointment to see Dr. Carter?
A. TuesdayB. WednesdayC. Thursday
4. Why does the man want to see the doctor?
A. He hurt his knee when a tall ladder fell on him.B. He injured his ankle when he fell from a ladder.C. He sprain his hand when he fell off the roof of his house.
5. What does the receptionist suggest at the end of the conversation?
A. The man should put some ice on his injury.B. The man needs to come into the office right away.C. The man ought to take it easy for a few days.
Slide 21 : Receptionist: Dr. Carter's Office.
Ronald: Yes, I'd like to make an appointment to see Dr. Carter, please.
Receptionist: Is this your first visit?
Ronald: Yes it is.
Receptionist: Okay. Could I have your name please?
Ronald: Yes. My name is Ronald Schuller.
Receptionist: And may I ask who referred you to our office?
Ronald: Uh, I drove past your office yesterday.
Receptionist: Okay. How about the day after tomorrow on Wednesday at 4:00 O'clock?
Ronald: Uh. Do you happen to have an opening in the morning? I usually pick up my kids from school around that time.
Receptionist: Okay. Um . . . how about Tuesday at 8:00 A.M. or Thursday at 8:15 A.M.?
Ronald: Uh, do you have anything earlier, like 7:30? Receptionist: No. I'm sorry.
Ronald: Well, in that case, Thursday would be fine.
Receptionist: Okay. Could I have your phone number please?
Ronald: It's 643-0547.
Receptionist: Alright. And what's the nature of your visit?
Ronald: Uh . . .
Receptionist: Yes sir.
Ronald: Well, to tell the truth, I fell from a ladder two days ago while painting my house, and I sprained my ankle when my foot landed in a paint can. I suffered a few scratches on my hands and knees, but I'm most concerned that the swelling in my ankle hasn't gone down yet.
Receptionist: Well, did you put ice on it immediately after this happened?
Ronald: Well yeah. I just filled the paint can with ice and . . .
Receptionist: And so after you removed the paint can . . . Sir, sir, Mr. Schuller, are you still there?
Ronald: Well that's part of the problem. Uh, the paint can is still on my foot.
Receptionist: Look, Mr. Schuller. Please come in today. I don't think your case can wait.
Slide 22 : What are you major concerns in visiting medical facilities, for example, a doctor's office or a hospital, in a foreign country? What differences have you noticed in the medical care, facilities, and attitudes of doctors and nurses towards patients in comparison with those in your own country? Share your opinions on the topic.
Emergancy Call : Emergancy Call Have you ever needed roadside assistance? What kinds of situations do you think of when you hear the words "emergency call"? What emergency or survival supplies (including 72-hour kits) might be useful in such situations? Write down three ideas and discuss them with a partner.
Slide 24 : 1. The man who is calling is:A. a taxi driverB. a bus driverC. a truck driver
2. What is the problem with the woman with him?A. She is having a heart attack.B. She was hurt in an accident.C. She is having a baby.
Slide 25 : 3. Where is the man now?A. on the freewayB. downtown in trafficC. in the airport parking lot
4. What's the man's name?A. BillB. BobC. Brad
5. The operator tells the man to:A. help the woman breath easier.B. keep the woman calm and warm.C. put something soft under the woman's head.
Slide 26 : Operator: Hello. This is the emergency 911 operator.Taxi Driver: Help. Help. Please help me!
Operator: Yes sir. Please calm down and explain exactly what is happening.
Taxi Driver: Calm down! My car is stalled on the freeway, I have a lady passenger, and she's going into labor.
Operator: Now relax sir. Explain exactly where you are.
Taxi Driver: I'm . . . I'm in the southbound lane of the Lincoln Expressway, about 15 miles from the Washington Tunnel, and this lady isn't going to wait.
Operator:Okay. What's you name sir and your passenger's?
Taxi Driver: It's ... it's Bob, and I have no idea about the woman. She's in no condition to tell me. Operator: Okay, now what's the nearest landmark to your location? Pay careful attention.
Taxi Driver: Umm, I see golden arches . . . McDonalds.
Operator: Okay, is there anyone else with you?
Taxi Driver: No, and I've tried to get someone else to stop. [The sound of a bottle breaking.]
Operator: Hey, what was that? [Ahhhh!]
Taxi Driver: Ah, someone threw a bottle at me. How soon can someone get here?
Operator: I've just dispatched an ambulance to your location. They should be there any second.
Taxi Driver: Hey, is there anything I can do while we wait for the ambulance?
Operator: Yes, uh, keep her calm and warm.
Taxi Driver: Okay. Please hurry. Oh, they're too late. It's a boy!
Slide 27 : How would you have reacted if you had been another passenger in the car? What would you have done to help in this situation? Roleplay the following situation with a partner. One of you play the part of the 911 operator and the other the caller. Add additional information as needed:Caller:
You are walking home when you see a house on fire. A woman runs from the house screaming that her 1-year old son is still inside. Several people has suffered minor burns while escaping from the fire. Add additional information as needed. 911 Operator:You receive an emergency call from someone reporting a fire. Ask questions about the location of the fire, its cause if known, number of injuries, etc.
End.... : End.... Have a great week!