Center Stage 2 Student Book

Pearson Longman

Center Stage 2 Student Book

Correlated to

California Model Standards

Unit / Language Skills / Language Functions
1
People / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.3,11)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.3,11)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.3,11)
Speaking
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.5,11)
Reading
-Interpret isolated words and phrases in familiar contexts (traffic signs, store ads, fast food menus) (p.12)
-Interpret terms on simplified forms (personal ID, school registration, checks, change of address) (p.12)
-Scan for numerical information, for example the time a store opens and other specific information in simple life-skill materials related to immediate needs (p.12)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.12)
Writing
-Write simple sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.13)
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.13) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.3-11)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.10)
2
Families / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.15)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.15,23)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.15,23)
Speaking
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.17,19,23)
Reading
-Interpret isolated words and phrases in familiar contexts (traffic signs, store ads, fast food menus) (p.24)
-Interpret terms on simplified forms (personal ID, school registration, checks, change of address) (p.24)
-Scan for numerical information, for example the time a store opens and other specific information in simple life-skill materials related to immediate needs (p.24)
Writing
-Write simple sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.25)
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.25) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.15-23)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.15,17, 22)
3
Jobs
Topics
Job Skills / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.27)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.27,35)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.27,35)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.29,33)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.31,35)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.29,33)
Reading
-Interpret isolated words and phrases in familiar contexts (traffic signs, store ads, fast food menus) (p.36)
-Interpret terms on simplified forms (personal ID, school registration, checks, change of address) (p.36)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.36)
Writing personal experiences or familiar material (p.37) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.27-35)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.27)
4
Places / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.41)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.41,47)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.41,47)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.45)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.41,43,47)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.45)
Reading
-Interpret isolated words and phrases in familiar contexts (traffic signs, store ads, fast food menus) (p.48)
-Interpret terms on simplified forms (personal ID, school registration, checks, change of address) (p.48)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.48)
Writing
-Write simple sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.49)
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.49) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.39-47)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.46)
Suasion
Direct, invite (p.41,43)
5
Food and Drink
Topics
General Health / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.53,61)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.53)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.53, 61)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.55,59)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.57,61)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.55,59)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.62)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.63) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.53-61)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.53,55, 58-59,60-61)
Suasion
Direct, invite (p.53)
6
Physical Exercise
Topics
General Health / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.65,73)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.73)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.65, 73)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.69,71,73)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.67)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.69,71,73)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.74)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.75) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.65-73)
7
Do’s and Don’ts / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.77,85)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.77)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.77, 85)
-Respond appropriately to short emergency warnings (be careful!, slow down!) (p.85)
Speaking
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.79,81,83,85)
Reading
-Interpret isolated words and phrases in familiar contexts (traffic signs, store ads, fast food menus) (p.86)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.86)
Writing personal experiences or familiar material (p.87) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.77,78,81,83)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.77,80, 81,82)
Suasion
Direct, invite (p.77,79,80-81,84)
8
Possessions / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.89,97)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.89,97)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.89, 97)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.91)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.93,95,97)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.91)
Reading
-Interpret terms on simplified forms (personal ID, school registration, checks, change of address) (p.98)
-Scan for numerical information, for example the time a store opens and other specific information in simple life-skill materials related to immediate needs (p.98)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.98)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.99) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.89-96)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.89,91, 96)
Suasion
Direct (p.89,90-91)
9
Routines / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.103,111)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.103)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.103,111)
Speaking
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned (p.105,107,109, 111)
Reading
-Interpret isolated words and phrases in familiar contexts (traffic signs, store ads, fast food menus) (p.112)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.112)
Writing
-Write lists – grocery or laundry items for example (p.113)
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.113) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.103-111)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.103-111)
10
Shopping / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.115,121)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.115)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.115,121)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.119,121,123)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.117)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.119,121,123)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.124,125)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.125) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.115-125)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.115,116, 118-119)
11
Holidays
and Special Occasions / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.127,135)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.127,135)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.127,135)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.129,131,133,135)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.129,131,133, 135)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.136)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.137) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.127-137)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.134)
12
At Work
Topics
Job Skills / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.139)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.139,147)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.139,147)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.143,147)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.141,145)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.143,147)
Reading
-Interpret terms on simplified forms (personal ID, school registration, checks, change of address) (p.148)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.148) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.139-149)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.144-145, 146)
13
Feelings and Opinions / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.153,161)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.153,161)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.153,161)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.157,159,161)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.155,157,161)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.157,159,161)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.162)
Writing
-Write a simple telephone message or note (a note to a child’s teacher) (p.163) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.153-161)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.153)
14
Fact or Fiction
Topics
Emergencies / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.165)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.165,173)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.165,173)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.167,169)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.171,173)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.167,169)
Reading
-Interpret isolated words and phrases in familiar contexts (traffic signs, store ads, fast food menus) (p.174)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.174)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.175) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.165-175)
15
Life Stages / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.177)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.177,185)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.177,185)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.179,181,185)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.179,181,183,185)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.179,181,185)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.186)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.187) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.177-187)
16
Looking Ahead / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.189,197)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.189)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.189,197)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.191,193,195,197)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences(p.191,193,197)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.191,193,195, 197)
Reading
-Interpret isolated words and phrases in familiar contexts (traffic signs, store ads, fast food menus) (p.198)
Writing
-Write a simple telephone message or note (a note to a child’s teacher) (p.199) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.189-197)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.189)
Suasion
Invite (p.196)
17
Health
Topics
Emergencies
General Health / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.203,211)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.203)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.203,211)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.207,209,211)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.205,211)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.207,209)
Reading
-Interpret terms on simplified forms (personal ID, school registration, checks, change of address) (p.212)
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.213)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.213) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.203-211)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.203)
Suasion
Direct (p.203-213)
18
A Place to Live
Topics
Housing / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.215,223)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.223)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.215,223)
Speaking
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.217,219,221,223)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.224,225)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.225) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.215-223)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.215,221, 225)
19
Future Changes / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.227)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.227,235)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.227,235)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.231,233)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.229,235)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.231,233)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.119)
Writing
-Write a series of related sentences based on personal experiences or familiar material (p.120) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.227-235)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.234)
20
Transportation
Topics
Transportation / Listening
-Demonstrate understanding of simple words and phrases drawn from learned topics (p.239,247)
-Identify the main topic of conversation in familiar material (p.239,247)
-Demonstrate understanding of non-face-to-face speech in familiar contexts, such as simple phone conversations and routine announcements (p.239,247)
Speaking
-Answer simple questions related to basic needs using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.243,245)
-Make statements in the past, present, and future tenses related to basic needs and common activities using previously learned phrases or simple sentences (p.241,243,247)
-Ask questions related to basic needs using previously learned utterances (p.243,245)
Reading
-Read and demonstrate understanding of short, simplified narrative paragraphs on familiar topics containing previously learned vocabulary and sentence patterns (p.248)
Writing
-Write a simple telephone message or note (a note to a child’s teacher) (p.249) / Factual information
Ask for information, describe, express necessity, ask permission, agree, disagree (p.239-241,244-245)
Social and interpersonal relations
Compliment, express preference, express wants/desires (p.239,242-243,247,248)
Suasion
Direct (p.240-241)

Cultural aspects such as nonverbal behavior and cross-cultural communication are taught implicitly in context throughout the text.