THE WEATHER

Target Language or Knowledge:

THE WEATHER!   1. What is the weather like today? Example answer: Today, the weather is sunny. Associated words: sunshine, clear, warm   2. Do you like rainy days? Why or why not? Example answer: I don’t like rainy days because I get wet. Associated words: umbrella, wet, cloudy 3. How do you feel when it is very hot? Example answer: When it’s hot, I feel tired and want to drink cold water. Associated words: sweat, summer, temperature   4. What do you wear when it’s cold? Example answer: I wear a coat and a scarf when it’s cold. Associated words: jacket, gloves, winter   5. Do you watch the weather forecast on TV? Example answer: Yes, I watch the weather forecast every morning. Associated words: news, report, prediction   6. What do you do when it snows? Example answer: When it snows, I make a snowman with my children. Associated words: snowflake, cold, boots   7. Have you ever seen a typhoon? Example answer: Yes, I have seen a typhoon many times in Japan. Associated words: strong wind, rain, storm   8. What is your favorite season and why? Example answer: My favorite season is spring because the weather is mild. Associated words: flowers, warm, cherry blossoms   9. How do you protect yourself from the sun? Example answer: I use sunscreen and wear a hat on sunny days. Associated words: shade, sunglasses, lotion   10. What happens during a thunderstorm? Example answer: During a thunderstorm, there is lightning and loud thunder. Associated words: rain, flash, noise   11. Do you prefer hot weather or cold weather? Example answer: I prefer hot weather because I like going to the beach. Associated words: summer, sun, swimming   12. Is the weather in your hometown different from Tokyo? Example answer: Yes, my hometown is colder than Tokyo in winter. Associated words: climate, compare, temperature   13. What do you use to check the weather? Example answer: I use my smartphone to check the weather. Associated words: app, internet, daily   14. What do people in Japan do during a heatwave? Example answer: People use air conditioning and drink lots of water during a heatwave. Associated words: fan, sweat, summer   15. Do you like windy days? Example answer: No, I don’t like windy days because it is hard to ride my bicycle. Associated words: blow, breeze, strong