Basic English Course 1

Unit 6: Neighborhoods

By the end of this unit, you will be able to describe places in a neighborhood, tell the time, and talk about favorite places in the city.

Sessions 15-16There is/areTimeCity adjectives

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Learning Outcome

By the end of this unit, you will be able to describe places in a neighborhood, tell the time, and talk about favorite places in the city.

Places

Nice Places in a Neighborhood

Use there is and there are to describe what exists in a place.

There is a cafe.Use there is for one place.

There is a library near my house.Use near for close places.

There are two parks.Use there are for more than one.

There are many restaurants.Many means a lot.

Time and Adjectives

Use time expressions and adjectives to explain why places are important.

What time is it?It is seven thirty.

Let's have dinner at 8:00.Use let's for suggestions.

The best cafeUse best for your top choice.

The biggest parkUse biggest to compare size.

Teacher's Tip

Start simple: There is a park. It is beautiful. I go there at 5:00.

Practice Connection

After studying this unit, go to Practice Lab for a grammar and conversation activity, then complete the listening comprehension task.