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Lesson 57: Unit 55 - Should

This lesson teaches how to use the modal verb "should" to give advice, make recommendations and express expectations in a variety of everyday situations.

About this lesson

In this lesson you will learn how to use the modal verb "should" to give advice, make recommendations and express expectations. You will learn the difference between "should" and "must" – "should" suggests a better option, while "must" imposes a necessity. Through the text "When in Rome, do as the Romans do!" you will look at cultural habits and rules from different countries around the world. You will practise giving advice in real-life situations using "should" and "shouldn't". The lesson includes dialogues, speaking exercises and tests to consolidate what you have learned.

40 minutes

What you'll learn

  • Use 'should' and 'shouldn't' for advice and recommendations
  • Understand the difference between 'should' and 'must'
  • Express expectation with 'should'
  • Apply 'should' in sentences about real-life situations and everyday habits
  • Recognise and apply the rules of behaviour from different countries around the world

Lesson vocabulary

  • should You should watch it – it's a great film.
  • shouldn't You shouldn't chew gum when you're talking to someone.
  • advice Should expresses advice or recommendation.
  • recommendation Here are some tips – recommendations from around the globe.
  • expectation By now, they should already be in Dubai.
  • take your shoes off In Japan you should take your shoes off before you enter a house.
  • even number In Russia you shouldn't give an even number of flowers to anyone.
  • counter You should put the money in the cashier's hand, not on the counter.
  • chew gum In Germany you shouldn't chew gum when you're talking to someone.
  • appointment In New Zealand you shouldn't be late for your appointments.
  • firm handshake In the USA you should offer a firm handshake at a business meeting.
  • eye contact You should maintain good eye contact during your handshake.
  • sincerity Good eye contact should show interest, sincerity and confidence.
  • host In Egypt you should leave some food on your plate or the host will think you are still hungry.
  • invitation In Spain you shouldn't arrive earlier than the time in the invitation is.

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