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Learning Objectives

 By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:​​

    Talk about your weekend plans to colleagues naturally and build friendly rapport.
Exercise 1
Situation

Direction: Read the situation for today's lesson 

It’s Friday afternoon, and Alex wants to connect with his colleagues before the weekend. Sarah is chatting about her weekend plans, and Alex joins in to share what he’s doing. Mr. Miller is busy but appreciates short, friendly exchanges. Omar asks Alex for ideas for fun activities he could try on the weekend. Alex learns to balance casual conversation with professionalism, using friendly language that encourages team bonding without interrupting work.

Exercise 2

Vocabulary

Direction:  Listen and repeat after your tutor

Socialize

Verb

/ˈsoʊʃəˌlaɪz/
Meaning:

To spend time talking and interacting with people.

    I like to socialize with my colleagues on Friday afternoons.

Catch up

Idiom

/kætʃ ʌp/
Meaning:

To talk to someone to learn about what they’ve been doing.

    Let’s catch up over coffee before the weekend.

Hang out

Phrasal verb

/hæŋ aʊt/
Meaning:

To spend time relaxing with friends or colleagues.

    I’m planning to hang out with some friends this weekend.

Weekend plans

Phrase

IPA
Meaning:

The activities someone intends to do during the weekend.

    Sharing weekend plans helps build friendly relationships at work.
Exercise 3

Office Conversation 

Direction:  Read the conversation aloud with your teacher.

Situation:

Anna introduces herself to a new colleague at work.

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Hey Alex, got any weekend plans?

Sarah

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Yes, I’m going to hang out with some friends at the park.

Alex

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That sounds fun! I’m catching up on reading.

Sarah

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Nice! Are you planning to socialize with anyone else?

Alex

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Can I join you, Alex? I’m free Saturday.

Omar

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Sure! Let’s hang out and maybe grab coffee.

Alex

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Great, sharing weekend plans is a good way to catch up.

Sarah

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Totally, it’s nice to connect before Monday.

Alex

Check Understanding

Direction: Answer the questions about the conversation. 

1. What is Alex planning to do this weekend?
2. How does Alex invite Omar to join him?
3. Why does Sarah think talking about weekend plans is good?

Exercise 4

Study Guide

Direction:  Read the study manual aloud. 

Talking about your weekend can help you build connections with colleagues and create a friendly workplace. Start by asking about their plans and sharing your own briefly. Use natural phrases like “hang out,” “catch up,” or “socialize” to keep the conversation casual. Avoid overly personal details or controversial topics.

Be positive and show interest in others’ activities this encourages engagement and makes the workplace feel more supportive. Including colleagues in weekend plans, like inviting someone for coffee or a casual outing, can strengthen team relationships.

Remember to balance friendliness with professionalism keep conversations short and timely, especially if your manager is busy. Sharing weekend plans is not just small talk; it shows you care about the team and helps foster a collaborative, connected office culture.

Exercise 5
Choose the Correct Answer

Direction: Direction: Select the correct answer from the options A, B, or C.

    1. Alex wants to ___ with his friends this weekend.

    A. hang out
    B. work
    C. email

    2. Sarah is ___ on her reading.

    A. catching up
    B. hang out
    C. socialize

    3. Omar ___ Alex to join him on Saturday.

    A. invites
    B. invited
    C. invite

    4. Talking about weekend plans ___ team bonding.

    A. builds
    B. build
    C. built

    5. You should ___ overly personal details.

    A. avoid
    B. sharing
    C. include

    6. Alex and Omar plan to meet ___ coffee.

    A. for
    B. on
    C. at

    7. Sharing weekend plans is ___ way to connect.

    A. a
    B. an
    C. the

    8. It is ___ to show interest in others’ activities.

    A. polite
    B. politer
    C. politest
Exercise 6
Discussion

Direction: Discuss these questions to practice speaking and share experiences.


    1. How do you usually spend your weekends?

    2. What activities do you like to do with colleagues?

    3. When is it appropriate to talk about weekends at work?

    4. How do you invite a colleague to join your plans politely?

    5. What topics should you avoid when sharing weekend plans?

    6. How can talking about weekends improve teamwork?

    7. Where do you like to hang out with friends?

    8. How do you balance casual conversation and work?
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