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🧾 MAKING SMALL TALK IN FLORIDA ☀️🌴
Level: A2–B1
Objective: Learn how to start and maintain short conversations in everyday situations while traveling.
1. TALKING ABOUT THE WEATHER
Useful Vocabulary (Vocabulário útil):
- sunny = ensolarado
- cloudy = nublado
- rainy = chuvoso
- humid = úmido
- windy = com vento
- hot = quente
- cold = frio
- thunderstorm = tempestade com trovão
- lightning = relâmpago
- weather forecast = previsão do tempo
- heavy rain = chuva forte
Structured Sentences & Questions (Frases estruturadas e perguntas):
- It's really hot today, isn't it? = Está muito quente hoje, não está?
- Do you think it's going to rain? = Você acha que vai chover?
- The forecast said it might storm. = A previsão disse que pode haver tempestade.
- I love this weather! = Eu adoro esse clima!
- What do you usually do on rainy days? = O que você costuma fazer em dias de chuva?
Avoid Saying (Evitar dizer):
- "This weather is awful!" (too negative)
- Avoid complaining too much; be polite or neutral
Dialogue:
A: Hi! It's really sunny today, isn't it?
B: Yeah, it's perfect for the beach.
A: Do you know if it’s going to rain later?
B: I checked the weather app — just some clouds in the afternoon.
A: Good! But if there’s a thunderstorm, we should stay indoors.
Exercise:
1. Dialogue about weather conditions.
2. STARTING A CONVERSATION
Useful Vocabulary (Vocabulário útil):
- trip = viagem
- visit = visita
- vacation = férias
- tourist = turista
- stay = estadia
- travel = viajar
- information = informação
Structured Sentences & Questions:
- Where are you from? = De onde você é?
- Is this your first time in Florida? = É a sua primeira vez na Flórida?
- How long are you staying? = Quanto tempo você vai ficar?
- Are you here for vacation or work? = Você está aqui a passeio ou a trabalho?
Avoid Saying:
- Avoid asking about money, religion or politics
- Avoid personal questions like "Why are you alone?"
Dialogue:
A: Excuse me, do you know what time the museum opens?
B: Sure! It opens at 10 a.m.
A: Great, thank you. Are you visiting too?
B: Yes, I’m here with my family for a week.
Exercise:
1. Dialogue.
3. HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Useful Vocabulary (Vocabulário útil):
- listen to music = ouvir música
- read books = ler livros
- watch movies = assistir filmes
- go to the beach = ir à praia
- dance = dançar
- play soccer = jogar futebol
- cook = cozinhar
Structured Sentences & Questions:
- What do you like to do in your free time? = O que você gosta de fazer no tempo livre?
- I love reading and watching movies. = Eu adoro ler e assistir filmes.
- Do you like sports? = Você gosta de esportes?
Avoid Saying:
- Avoid criticizing the other person's interests
Dialogue:
A: What do you usually do on weekends?
B: I like going to the beach and listening to music.
A: Nice! In Brazil, I usually go out with friends and play soccer.
Exercise:
Answer about yourself:
1. What do you do in your free time in Brazil?
2. Do you like reading or watching TV?
3. What’s your favorite hobby?
4. SOCIAL SITUATIONS (Party or Gathering)
Useful Vocabulary:
· host = anfitrião
· guest = convidado
· meet = conhecer
· drinks = bebidas
· snacks = petiscos
· music = música
Structured Sentences & Questions:
· Hi! I’m [name]. Nice to meet you. = Oi! Eu sou [nome]. Prazer em te conhecer.
· How do you know [name]? = Como você conhece o [nome]?
· Are you from around here? = Você é daqui?
· Have you tried the food? = Você já experimentou a comida?
Avoid Saying:
· Don’t ask personal questions too soon
Dialogue: 
A: Hi! I’m Ana. Are you going to the park tomorrow? 
B: Hi, Ana! Yes, we’re planning to visit in the morning. 
A: Great! Maybe we’ll see you there.
5. WHILE WAITING (Airport, Café, Line)
Useful Vocabulary:
· line = fila
· boarding pass = cartão de embarque
· gate = portão
· charger = carregador
· restroom = banheiro
· food court = praça de alimentação
Structured Sentences & Questions:
· Excuse me, is this the line for security? = Com licença, essa é a fila para o raio-x?
· Do you know where the restroom is? = Você sabe onde fica o banheiro?
· Is there a place to charge my phone? = Tem algum lugar para carregar meu celular?
Avoid Saying:
· Avoid complaining loudly or sounding impatient
Dialogue: A: Excuse me, where can I find a coffee shop? 
B: There’s one near Gate 12. 
A: Thanks! And is there a place to charge my phone? 
B: Yes, next to the duty-free store.
Exercise: Complete:
1. Where is the ________?
2. Can I charge my ________ here?
3. Is there a ________ near Gate 5?
6. GIVING AND ASKING FOR OPINIONS
Useful Vocabulary:
· opinion = opinião
· like/love = gostar/adorar
· hate = odiar
· think = achar/pensar
· recommend = recomendar
Structured Sentences & Questions:
· What do you think of this hotel? = O que você acha deste hotel?
· I really like the food here. = Eu gosto muito da comida daqui.
· Would you recommend this store? = Você recomendaria esta loja?
Avoid Saying:
· Avoid saying something is bad without being asked
Dialogue: A: Did you like the burgers at that restaurant? 
B: Yes! I think they were delicious. 
A: I agree. Would you go back? 
B: Definitely. Great service too.
Exercise: Give your opinion:
1. What did you think of Disney?
2. Did you like the hotel?
3. Would you recommend that store?
7. TALKING ABOUT PLANS
Useful Vocabulary:
· plan = plano
· visit = visitar
· go = ir
· tomorrow = amanhã
· later = mais tarde
· next week = semana que vem
Structured Sentences & Questions:
· What are you doing tomorrow? = O que você vai fazer amanhã?
· I’m going to visit the mall. = Eu vou visitar o shopping.
· Are you planning to go to Disney? = Você está planejando ir à Disney?
Avoid Saying:
· Don’t pressure someone to change their plans
Dialogue: A: What are your plans for today? B: I’m going to the outlets this afternoon. A: Nice! I want to go there too. Maybe we’ll meet.
Exercise: Write about your next 3 days in Florida:
· Tomorrow I will...
· On Friday I want to...
· On Saturday I plan to...