Teacher Notes
Objectives & Sequence: This lesson is intended to be used as a preview of Grammar - Conditional Sentences #2.
Part One
A warning is what you say when you want to notify or warn someone about something they do not know about or that could harm them.
Work with a partner. Read and listen to the following conversations. What are some examples of warnings that you see and/or hear?
Conversation #1
A: Wow, cool place.
B: Thanks. Come on in. Just watch your step. The floor is a little slippery.
A: I like the living room - so much more space than your old apartment.
B: Yeah, but watch out there. I just painted, so it’s still wet.
A: Oh, okay. Thanks for the heads up.
Conversation #2
A: I’m thinking about taking extra classes at night.
B: Really? I wouldn’t do that if I were you.
A: Why not?
B: I don’t know. If you take too many classes, you’re going to be really busy and really tired.
A: Yeah, maybe, But I think I can do it.
B: Well, be careful not to push yourself too hard.
A: I will.
B: And if you take extra classes, take the easy ones at night.
Part Two
Warnings
There are several different ways to warn a person. The warning can be about something small or it can be about something very serious. The warning might be short, or we may give more specific information.
- Look out!
- Watch out!
- Be careful.
- Watch your head.
- Watch your step.
- Don't cheat on the test or you might / will get in trouble.
- Don't touch the stove or you might / will hurt yourself.
Watch out. I just broke a glass over there.
Okay, thanks.
Don’t be late or you’ll miss the train.
I won’t.
Sometimes we use conditional sentences or present continuous to give other people warnings:
| Conditional | Imperative | |
|---|---|---|
| If you | go there, do that, see him |
don't (verb). be careful. watch out. |
| You're going to | hurt yourself. fall. get in trouble. |
If you go downstairs, be careful. There's a broken glass on the floor.
Alright, thanks for the heads up.
Look out! You’re going to cut yourself.
I’m okay. Don’t worry.
Part Three
Listen to your partner's sentences and practice warning each other:
- I’m travelling alone in Italy next month.
- I’m looking for a new roommate.
- I’m going to be late for school tomorrow.
- I’m going for a walk in the forest.
- I’m not coming to class tomorrow
- I’m going to visit your city next month.