🌍 Wings Lesson 3: Describe a recent vs old event
Final Learning Goal
“By the end of this lesson, you will be able to describe and connect recent events with old memories using the right tenses, time indicators, and connectors. You will learn to talk naturally about past and recent experiences, making your sentences smoother and more conversational. You will also be able to compare, contrast, and connect events fluently using everyday expressions and vocabulary.”
Vocabulary Booster 🚀
Instructions: 🎧 Play the audio for each word or phrase. 🧠Learn and remember these useful expressions to describe recent and old events naturally.
1.Two years ago I barely spoke to my friends, but now I’m video-calling them almost every weekend.2. Last year I was completely broke, but now I have a job and I’m earning my own money. 💸💼3.Back then, I couldn’t afford the trip, but today I have my passport and cash ready to travel.4.I thought opening a bakery was my dream, but now I’m much happier working in the kitchen.5.Three years ago I planned to start a bakery, insteadthese days I’m working happily as a chef in a restaurant.6.In 2018 I worked night shifts at a call center, whereas now I work from home during the day.7.Five years ago I learned to play the guitar, and just recently I’ve joined a local band.8.While I was cleaning my room yesterday, I remembered that five years ago I learned to play the guitar.9.Back in 2018 I worked late at a call center, but now I’m relaxed, working on my laptop at home.10.Ten years ago I visited Tikal with my family, and recently I’ve been traveling to other historical places.13.Last month I felt stuck at work, but today I’m excited about starting a new project.12.Five years ago I learned to play the guitar, and now I’m practicing at home on my sofa.11.In 2014 I watched the World Cup with my family, and this year I’ve watched the matches with my friends.14.Two years ago I started planning a trip to Puerto Rico, but I couldn’t afford it back then.15. Last year I failed my English exam, but now I’m studying harder and improving a lot.
