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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