part-time job at the weekend is another way.

7.5. There is the problem of what to wear, who to take as the partner, who will be voted "prom queen", etc.

7.6. What many parents find difficult is the realization that their children's schooldays are almost over.

7.7. Yes, I'd like to. At a "prom" I would have lots of fun. I think it is a great event to mark my schooldays are over.

Step IV Speaking and writing

Deal with Ex 13-16 on Page 102.

Ask students to work in pairs. Several minutes later, ask some pairs to act them out.

Sample of the conversation in Ex 13:

A: Hello, B. How are you doing these days?

B: I have just returned from summer camp.

A: Really?

B: Yes, I had a wonderful time there. I also learnt some new skills.

A: My parents want to send me to camp, but I don't want to go. My friends are all staying at home. I don't know anybody there.

B: Don't worry. You will meet new people and make new friends there. I made so many new friends there.

A: I'm quiet and I don't make friends easily.

B: I think it is much more fun than staying at home and being bored. I tried lots of different things for the first time.

A: I am not very good at sports. I'm afraid of horses. I don't like swimming or water sports.

B: There's a lot of choice-I don't have to do anything I don't want to do at the camp.

A: I haven't been away from home for long before.

B: It makes you feel more independent and "grown up" to be away from home.

A: OK, I will have a try.

B: Good luck to you and have a good time.

A: Thanks.