Lesson 2

Main Dialogue

Emma: Hi, Alex! Do you have a big family?

Alex: Hi, Emma! Yes, I do. I have two brothers and one sister.

Emma: That’s nice! Are they older or younger than you?

Alex: My brothers are older, and my sister is younger. What about you?

Emma: I’m an only child. But I have many cousins.

Alex: That’s great! Do you see your cousins often?

Emma: Yes, we meet almost every weekend. We play games and have fun.

Alex: That sounds fun! Family time is the best.

Key Vocabulary

  • brother – a male sibling
    Example: I have one older brother and one younger brother.
  • sister – a female sibling
    Example: My sister lives in another city.
  • cousin – the child of your uncle or aunt
    Example: My cousin and I go to the same school.
  • only child – a person with no brothers or sisters
    Example: She is an only child, so she gets a lot of attention.
  • family – your parents, brothers, sisters, and other relatives
    Example: I love spending time with my family on the weekend.

Grammar Tips

  • Do you have…?
    This is a common way to ask about possession in spoken English.
    Example: Do you have any brothers or sisters?
  • Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.
    Use these short answers to respond to yes/no questions.
    Example: Do you see your cousins often? – Yes, I do.
  • older / younger
    These adjectives are used to compare age.
    Example: My brother is older than me.

Exercises

1. Comprehension Questions

  • How many siblings does Alex have?
  • Is Emma an only child?
  • How often does Emma meet her cousins?

2. Roleplay

Practice this dialogue with a partner. Then change the names and talk about your real family.

3. Writing Practice

Write a short paragraph (3–4 sentences) about your family. Use words like brother, sister, cousin, only child.

4. Sentence Rewriting

Rewrite the sentences with your own information:

  • I have two brothers and one sister.
  • We meet almost every weekend.

Additional Tips

  • Common mistake: Many learners say “I have one brother and one sisterS.” Remember: “sisters” is only if you have more than one.
  • Fluency tip: Practice talking about your family with a friend or record yourself. Use photos to help you describe each person.

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