Winter Wonders – Teacher Answers
Answer key and listening script for the teacher. This page is kept separate from the student lesson.
Teacher answer key
- Warm-up: answers will vary.
- Vocabulary: temperature = accept a clear meaning in context; forecast = accept a clear meaning in context; mild = accept a clear meaning in context; seasonal = accept a clear meaning in context; routine = accept a clear meaning in context.
- Reading comprehension: accept accurate answers supported by the reading.
- Grammar: check target forms and accept equivalent correct wording where appropriate.
- Listening script: “In New Zealand, winter is from June to August. Mountain areas can receive heavy snow, but many coastal places are milder. Before travelling, people should check the weather forecast and prepare for changing conditions.”
Listening answers: accept answers matching the script. - Speaking: answers will vary.
- Something New: activity answers will vary.
- Writing: answers will vary. Encourage clear sentences and use of lesson vocabulary.
Puzzle/Game: answers will vary. Encourage students to use lesson vocabulary and explain their choices.
Success criteria: this is a student self-check. No single answer is required.