English Conversation Group-
New Years

Today's Topic: New Year’s

Vocabulary and Phrases:

“ring in the new year” “watch the ball drop” Times Square

Rose Bowl/Parade Auld Lang Syne Father Time

New Year’s resolution New Year’s Eve countdown

Polar bear swim toast fad diet

new lease on life quit cold turkey "turn over a new leaf"

Questions for discussion:

This year, what did you do to “ring in” the New Year?

In your country how do you celebrate the “ringing in” of the New Year? When is this celebration?

What do you think are the most important characteristics which will help a person to achieve his/her goals? Why?

Have you made any New Year's resolutions? Why or why not? If so, share one with the group.

Have you ever tried to quit something cold turkey? What helped you?