100 Days to Better English Speaking (For Beginners): Learn to Speak English Fluently

By Jackie Bolen

Improve your English speaking in 100 days with these lessons for beginners. 

 

Jackie Bolen has 20 years of experience teaching ESL/EFL to students in South Korea and Canada. With her help, you'll improve your English vocabulary and speaking skills in no time at all! Increase your confidence in English in a fun and easy way. 

 

These 100 ESL speaking lessons will help you . . .

• Have thousands of phrases, expressions, and idioms at your fingertips.
• Speak in English more fluently.
• Improve your American English.
• Gain some confidence with English speaking.
• Have some fun while learning English.
• Improve your TOEFL, TOEIC, CELPIP, or IELTS score.

 

Pick up your copy of 100 Days to Better English Speaking (for Beginners). Then, get ready to improve your speaking skills in a big way!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Jackie Bolen
• Release date: Feb 26, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224172085

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About the Author: Jackie Bolen

I taught English in South Korea for 10 years to every level and type of student. I've taught every age from kindergarten kids to adults. Most of my time has centered around teaching at two universities: five years at a science and engineering school in Cheonan, and four years at a major university in Busan where I taught upper-level classes for students majoring in English. In my spare time, you can usually find me outside surfing, biking, hiking, or snowshoeing. I now live in Vancouver, Canada.

In case you were wondering what my academic qualifications are, I hold a Master of Arts in Psychology. During my time in Korea, I completed both the Cambridge CELTA and DELTA certification programs. With the combination of almost ten years teaching ESL/EFL learners of all ages and levels, and the more formal teaching qualifications I've obtained, I have a solid foundation on which to offer advice to English learners.

Please send me an email with any questions or feedback that you might have.

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You might also be interested in these books (by Jackie Bolen):

Short Stories in English for Intermediate Learners

Master English Collocations in 15 Minutes a Day

IELTS Academic Vocabulary Builder

Introduction

Welcome to this book designed to help you speak in English.

Let's face it, English can be difficult to master, even for the best students. In this book, you'll find 100 English speaking exercises that are ideal for beginners.

The best way to learn new vocabulary is in context. To get the most bang for your buck, be sure to do the following:

−  Review frequently.

−  Try to use some of the phrases and expressions in real life.

−  Don't be nervous about making mistakes. That's how you'll get better at English!

−  Consider studying with a friend so you can help each other stay motivated.

−  Use a notebook and write down new words, idioms, expressions, etc. that you run across. Review frequently so that they stay fresh in your mind.

−  Be sure to answer the questions at the end of each dialogue. I recommend trying to do this from memory. No peeking!

−  I recommend doing one dialogue a day. This will be more beneficial than finishing the entire book in a week or two.

Good luck and I wish you well on your journey to becoming better at speaking English.

Day 1: Getting Information from the Bus Driver

Johnny wants to find out some information from the bus driver.

Johnny: Does this bus go downtown?

Bus Driver: No, you'll need to take the number six instead.

Johnny: Oh, okay. Can I catch it at this bus stop?

Bus Driver: You'll want to cross the street and take the bus in the other direction.

Johnny: Okay. Great. Thank you. Oh, do you know how often it runs?

Bus Driver: I don't know exactly but there are a lot of them. During rush hour, maybe every 10 minutes.

Check Your Understanding

Where does Johnny want to go?

Which bus goes downtown?

How often does the bus run at 2:00 in the afternoon?

Answers

He wants to go downtown.

The #6 bus goes downtown.

Not enough information. We only know about rush hour.

Extra Practice

Write a dialogue asking for information about getting somewhere. Practice with a friend or family member. Make sure you do both parts.

Day 2: Time is Money

Jason and Linda are talking about when to leave to get the train.

Jason: Hey, let's get moving! Time is money.

Linda: Sit tight. I need to grab a few things before we go.

Jason: Come on. We have to get to the train station on time. I hate always being the bad guy about stuff like this.

Linda: Well, to be fair, you've been as clear as mud about what time we needed to leave. Traffic won't be as bad as you think.

Jason: There are always traffic jams at this time. Let's get a move on.

Linda: Okay, I'll be ready in the blink of an eye. Stop bugging me!

Vocabulary

sit tight: Wait patiently and don't take any action right now.

clear as mud: Confusing or not easy to understand. 

time is money: To try to get someone to work faster or more efficiently.

traffic jams: When cars aren't moving quickly because it's busy.

get a move on: Hurry up.

bad guy: Someone who always has bad news/enforces a rule.

in the blink of an eye: In a short amount of time.

Practice

If you leave after 8 am, there will be lots of _____.

Let's _____. I don't want to be late for school.

I try to always remember that _____.

I had a terrible teacher in high school. His explanations were as _____.

_____ while I check and see what time the movie starts.

I hate to be the _____ but you need to get it together or you're going to get fired.

Don't miss the eclipse. It'll happen _____.

Answers

traffic jams

get a move on

time is money

clear as mud

Sit tight

bad guy

in the blink of an eye

Discussion Questions

Say the answers out loud, or talk to a partner.

What is Jason's main concern about leaving?

Why does Linda think traffic won't be as bad as Jason thinks?

How do Jason and Linda's attitudes differ regarding leaving on time?

Do you think Jason is being too pushy, or is he right to be concerned about missing the train?

How could Jason and Linda improve their communication about when to leave?

Have you ever been in a situation like this where you had to rush to catch a train or a bus? How did you handle it?

Do you think it's important to be punctual when it comes to transportation schedules? Why or why not?

Day 3: At a Hotel

Hi, I'd like to check in, please.

Sure, what's your name?

Do you have a reservation?

No, do you have any rooms available?

Yes, we do.

Tom: Hi, I'd like to check in, please.

Jenny: Sure, do you have a reservation?

Tom: Yes, it's under Tom Smith.

Jenny: Okay, let me check. Oh, there it is.

Tom: Great.

The WiFi doesn't seem to be working in my room.

Okay, do you want me to have a look at your device? Do you have it here?

Yes, I do./No, let me go get it.

Tim: The WiFi doesn't seem to be working in my room.

Carrie: Okay, were you able to connect at all?

Tim: No, I couldn't figure out the network and password.

Carrie: Do you have it here? I can give it a try.

Tim: Sure, thank you.

Carrie: Okay, you should be good to go now.

Tim: Thank you.

––––––––

Excuse me, do you have a _____ (pool/fitness center, etc.) here?

Yes, we do.

No, we don't.

Tom: Excuse me, do you have a pool here?

Jenny: Yes, it's on the first floor.

Tom: Okay, what time does it close?

Jenny: At 10 pm.

Tom: Where can I find pool towels?

Jenny: They're in your room, in the closet.

Tom: Okay, thank you.

Practice

Write the question or statement.

_____? Yes, it's on the second floor, at the end of the hall. Follow the signs.

Is there a fitness center here? _____.

Do you have a reservation? _____.

I'd like to check in, please. _____?

_____. Do you