Starter | Unit 9

An interactive lesson on present actions, routines, travel, and clothes.

1. Dialogue: "Everything's fine!"

Read the phone conversation between Maria and her mom.

Mom: Hello, Maria! How are you? What are you doing?

Maria: Hi, Mom! I'm fine. I'm waiting for a train. I'm traveling to Paris for work.

Mom: Paris! That's exciting. Are you wearing your new coat?

Maria: Yes, I am. I'm wearing the blue coat and my new boots. It's raining here.

Mom: Oh, be careful. What does your boss do in Paris?

Maria: He usually meets new clients. He works very hard.

Mom: And what are you doing right now? Are you reading a book?

Maria: No, I'm not. I'm buying a ticket now. I usually buy my tickets online, but the website isn't working today.

Mom: I see. Well, have a good trip! Call me when you arrive.

Maria: I will. Bye, Mom!

2. Grammar Focus

Present Continuous

We use the present continuous (be + verb -ing) for actions happening now.

  • I'm traveling to Paris.
  • You're wearing a new coat.
  • It's raining.
  • He's not reading.
  • Are you waiting for a train?

Present Continuous vs. Simple Present

Use the present continuous for NOW. Use the simple present for routines and facts.

  • Now: I'm buying a ticket.
  • Routine: I usually buy tickets online.
  • Now: What are you doing?
  • Routine: What do you do? (= What's your job?)

3. Grammar Exercises

A. Present Continuous

Complete the sentences with the present continuous form.

B. Present Continuous or Simple Present?

Choose the correct verb form.

4. Vocabulary Exercises

A. Traveling Phrases

Complete the phrases.

B. Clothes

Unscramble the clothes words.

5. Pronunciation: /ɑr/ sound

The /ɑr/ sound is common in words like car, park, and Starter. Listen for the sentence rhythm when you speak.

6. Final Unit Quiz

Test your knowledge! Answer the questions below.