• 3 Use gestures and body language, and watch for them.

    WHAT TO DOEXAMPLES
    Use gestures and movements to help others understand your ideas.
    I will hold up five fingers to show that I need five more minutes.

    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 DOEXAMPLES
    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.
      How to Ask Questions
    • • 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?