Lesson 16 Title: Discussing Entertainment and Free Time
Subtitle: Lesson 16
Presented by: Fatima
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Today, we’ll focus on discussing entertainment and free-time activities.

Grammar Focus:
Expressing preferences with gerunds and infinitives

Vocabulary:
Free-time activities, entertainment

Practice:
Talking about hobbies, movies, and activities

Expressing Preferences with Gerunds and Infinitives

Gerunds:
Use after verbs like enjoy ◦ like ◦ love
I enjoy watching movies.

Infinitives:
Use after verbs like prefer ◦ choose ◦ want
I prefer to go to the cinema.

Usage:

Some verbs allow both gerunds and infinitives with a slight change in meaning

I like swimming vs. I like to swim

I like swimming - means I generally enjoy it.

I like to swim - can imply a specific instance.

Free-Time Activities and Entertainment

Free-Time Activities:
Reading ◦ hiking ◦ cooking ◦ painting ◦traveling

Entertainment:
Watching movies ◦ playing video games ◦ going to concerts ◦ visiting museums

Social Activities:
Meeting friends ◦ dining out ◦ attending events ◦ playing sports

Expressing Preferences

Complete the sentences using gerunds or infinitives

1. I prefer __________ (go) to the theater rather than watch movies at home.

2. She enjoys __________ (listen) to live music.

3. They like __________ (try) new restaurants every weekend.

4. He chose __________ (stay) home and read instead of going out.

Speaking Practice:
Discuss your favorite free-time activities and entertainment preferences

Homework:
Write a short paragraph about a memorable entertainment experience, using both gerunds and infinitives

Homework Example:

Last month, I went to a concert. I enjoy listening to live music, and I prefer to attend concerts whenever I can. The experience of hearing my favorite band live was unforgettable.