Student Eva
Unit 2
Daily routines
Practice dialogue 1 - Casual Conversation
Situation: Two friends, Alex and Mia, are chatting about their daily routines.
They're catching up after not seeing each other for a while. The dialogue
includes vocabulary related to common activities, such as waking up, eating
meals, going to school, exercising, and relaxing.
Key Expressions:
• How have you been?
• I’m doing well.
• What’s your daily routine like?
• Same here!
• What about you?
• That sounds healthy!
• You should!
• That’s a nice routine.
• Sounds like we both have busy days!
• Let’s talk again soon.
Alex: Hi Mia! How have you been?
Mia: Hi Alex! I’m good, thanks. How about you?
Alex: I’m doing well. What’s your daily routine like these days?
Mia: Oh, it’s pretty simple. I usually wake up at 7 o’clock in the morning.
Alex: Same here! Do you have breakfast right after waking up?
Mia: Yes, I do. I usually have eggs, toast, and some orange juice. What about
you?
Alex: I like to have a sandwich and some tea. After breakfast, I go to school.
What do you do?
Mia: I also go to school. My classes start at 8:30.
Alex: That’s early! Do you have lunch at school?
Mia: Yes, I do. I usually eat lunch with my classmates.
Alex: What do you do after school?
Mia: I go home and relax for a bit. Sometimes I watch TV or listen to music.
What about you?
Alex: After school, I like to exercise. I usually go jogging in the park.
Mia: That sounds healthy! I want to try jogging too.
Alex: You should! It’s great for staying active. Do you have dinner with your
family?
Mia: Yes, we always eat dinner together at 7 p.m. Then I do my homework or
read a book.
Alex: That’s a nice routine. I usually watch a movie or play games after dinner.
Mia: Fun! What time do you go to bed?
Alex: Around 11 p.m. And you?
Mia: I go to bed at 10 p.m.
Alex: Sounds like we both have busy days!
Mia: Yeah, but it’s nice to relax and chat with friends like this.
Alex: Totally! Let’s talk again soon.
Practice dialogue 2 - Formal Conversation
Here’s a formal version of the conversation between a student and an adult, designed to help learners
practice polite expressions and vocabulary for discussing daily routines.
Situation: Ethan is meeting with Mr. Taylor to discuss his daily routine and how to manage his time
better.
Key Vocabulary and Expressions:
• Good afternoon.
• How are you today?
• I’d like some advice.
• Can you tell me what your typical day looks like?
Mr. Taylor: Good afternoon, Ethan. How are you today?
Ethan: Good afternoon, Mr. Taylor. I’m fine, thank you. How are you?
Mr. Taylor: I’m doing well, thank you. So, Ethan, can you tell me about your day?
Ethan: Sure. I wake up at 6:45 a.m. and eat breakfast. Then I get ready for school.
Mr. Taylor: That sounds good. What do you usually have for breakfast?
Ethan: I usually eat cereal with milk and sometimes an orange.
Mr. Taylor: A healthy breakfast is important. What time do your classes start?
Ethan: My classes start at 8 a.m. I have four classes in the morning and two in the afternoon.
Mr. Taylor: That’s a busy schedule. Do you eat lunch at school?
Ethan: Yes, I eat in the cafeteria around 12:30. I like the pasta they make there.
Mr. Taylor: That’s nice. And what do you do after school?
Ethan: I go home and start my homework. It usually takes me one or two hours to finish.
Mr. Taylor: That’s a good habit. Do you take breaks while studying?
Ethan: Yes, I take a short break after about an hour. I also like to play soccer or ride my bike in the afternoon.
Mr. Taylor: That’s great! Exercise helps you stay active and healthy.
Ethan: Thank you, Mr. Taylor. After that, I have dinner with my family at 7 p.m.
Mr. Taylor: That’s good. And what do you do in the evening?
Ethan: I usually read a book or watch TV for a little while. Then I go to bed at 10 p.m.
Mr. Taylor: That’s a good routine, Ethan. Keep up the good work, and remember to take breaks and enjoy your
free time.
Ethan: I will. Thank you for your advice, Mr. Taylor!
Mr. Taylor: You’re welcome. Have a great day!
