old couple

Teacher’s Note

The reading text in this lesson contains multiple examples of the grammar points from Grammar 1-2 (passive voice with two objects). Including:

  • verbs with which either the direct or indirect object can become the subject of the passive verb
    • ...some advice was given to me by a family friend…
    • ..caregivers are given a chance to discuss problems and concerns…
    • When help is offered to you, the best thing you can do…
    • ...when you are offered assistance by a friend or family member, you can…
  • verbs with which only the direct object can become the subject of the passive verb
    • Outside assistance is also suggested to caregivers.

You may wish to use these examples to lead into Grammar 1-2.

Part One: Warm Up

Discuss the following questions with your partner(s).

  1. Describe your oldest family member. What are they like? How have they changed over time?
  2. What do you think it might be like to look after an aging family member? How would it be difficult? How would it be rewarding?

Part Two: Vocabulary 

Open the exercise and follow the instructions.

Exercise

Part Three: Reading

Open the exercise and follow the instructions.

Exercise

Part Four: Further Discussion

Discuss the following questions with your partner(s).

  1. How helpful do you think the suggestions in this post would be if you were a caregiver? Why?
  2. Have you ever had to care for a family member? If so, tell your partner(s) about it.
  3. Is it common for elderly family members to live with their adult children’s families in multi-generational households in your country? Or is it more common for older people to move into a care facility if they need care?  
  4. Can you think of a better way for aging people to be taken care of?
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