Telling a Story in the Past Simple 2: Japanese Culture

A fun lesson for beginner ESL students to learn vocabulary and expressions, the past simple, and sequencers to tell a story about Japanese culture. Watch the ESL video about Japanese culture and use the ESL Printable and Digital storytelling flashcards to retell the story in the past simple tense. Get the downloadable and printable worksheets, ESL digital and printable flashcards, ESL listening and reading exercises to tell a story in the past simple, and gamify lessons with ESL gamification badges and stamps.

ESL Video and ESL Listening Practice to Tell Stories

Watch the following video:

ESL Conversation on Telling a Story about Japanese Culture

Joey: So how was your trip Tony?

Tony: It was so much fun. What a great country. I don’t know where to start.

Joey: Well, what sticks out the most?

Tony: Well, I couldn’t believe how many vending machines there were. They were on every street corner. I was really amazed. The transportation system is so convenient. The trains are always on time. Of course, I couldn’t read the signs, but Japanese people are super friendly. I visited some really old temples that are some World Heritage sites.

The architecture was really impressive. Mr.Kariya was quite friendly. He invited me over to his house for a traditional Japanese dinner. It was so delicious.  I had to sit seiza style, which was a little uncomfortable though.

Joey: What is “seiza” style?

Tony: It’s hard to explain. Basically, you are kneeling and leaning back with your bum on your heels.

Joey: Ouch! Sounds painful.

Tony: Yes, a little bit, but it was really neat to experience Japanese culture.

ESL Listening Questions on How to Tell a Story

1. How was Tony’s trip?
2. What sticks out most to Tony?
3. According to Tony, are the trains on time in Japan?
4. What did Tony visit when he was there?
5. What else was impressive?
6. What did Tony do at Mr.Kariya’s house?
7. What is “seiza” style?

Matching

Match the words on the left with the meanings on the right.

ESL Gamification

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