Living English Every Day – October 2016

Expressing preference

03/10/16
“Let’s watch a movie tonight.”

“I would rather go out for dinner. I’m hungry.”

04/10/16
My sister prefers books to magazines.

05/10/16
I believe going on a picnic is a better option.

06/10/16
John is not a sporty person. He is not keen on doing sports.

07/10/16
I don’t feel like doing any house chores today. I just want to get some rest.

 

Talking about friendship

11/10/16
Did you enjoy your visit to Japan?

Yes, I made friends with some people there.

12/10/16
The children get along well with each other.

13/10/16
I have a good relationship with my classmates.

14/10/16
Mary and Jane seem very close.

They are bonded together like sisters.

 

Talking about manners

17/10/16
Most of the students here have good manners.

18/10/16
She is a polite and obedient child.

19/10/16
It is very rude to talk back to teachers.

20/10/16
We should all behave ourselves in the classroom.

21/10/16
My parents want me to be on my best behaviour at all times.

 

Quotes about sportsmanship

25/10/16
“Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships.”

-         Michael Jordan        

28/10/16
“Challenges are meant to be met and overcome.” – Liu Xiang

31/10/16
“You don’t get better if you win all the time. You look at yourself more when you lose.” – Jeremy Lin