3 Use gestures and body language, and watch for them.
WHAT TO DO EXAMPLES Use gestures and movements to help others understand your ideas. 
I will hold up five fingers to show that I need five more minutes.
Watch people as they speak. The way they look or move can help you understand the meaning of their words. Let’s give him a hand.
Everyone is clapping. “Give him a hand” must mean to clap for him.4 Think about what you are learning.
WHAT TO DO EXAMPLES Ask yourself: Are my language skills getting better? How can I improve? Was it correct to use “they” when I talked about my grandparents?
Did I add ’s to show ownership?Keep notes about what you’ve learned. Use your notes to practice using English. • I can start a question with “who,” “what,” “where,” “when,” “how,” or “why”:
What will the weather be like today?
• I can also start a question with “do” or “does”: Do you have my math book?
How to Ask Questions