🧑‍🎤Talk Boosters – Topic 3: How Do You Beat the Heat?

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3 Jul, 2025

🗣️ Talk Boosters – Topic 3: “How Do You Beat the Heat?”

🧑‍🏫 Instructions for Students:
Speak for 3–5 minutes describing how you deal with hot weather.

Use helpful expressions like:
👉 I usually…, In my experience…, I prefer…, I’ve noticed…, I feel that…, Some people…

Try to include real-life examples (from your own routine, family, friends, or neighborhood).

Focus on using:

✅ Simple present (e.g., “I drink a lot of water.”)
✅ Present perfect (e.g., “I’ve tried using a fan and cooler.”)
✅ Modal verbs (e.g., “You should stay indoors.”, “We must drink enough water.”)

🗣️ Example Starter:
“In summer, it gets really hot in my area, and it can be hard to manage. I usually wear light cotton clothes and drink lots of water. I’ve noticed that staying in the shade helps a lot. Some people use air conditioners, but I think not everyone can afford that. I prefer using a fan and keeping the windows open in the evening. In my opinion, we should take care of our health by eating light food and avoiding the sun in the afternoon…”

❓ Follow-up Questions:
1️⃣ What do you usually do to stay cool during summer?
2️⃣ Have you ever experienced a heatwave? How did you deal with it?
3️⃣ Do you prefer staying indoors or going out when it's hot?
4️⃣ What kind of clothes are best for hot weather?
5️⃣ What foods or drinks help you stay cool?
6️⃣ Have you ever tried any traditional methods to beat the heat?
7️⃣ What time of day is the hottest where you live?
8️⃣ How do people in your community handle the summer heat?
9️⃣ What are some common health problems caused by extreme heat?
🔟 Do you think using air conditioners is good or bad for the environment?
1️⃣1️⃣ What can schools do to help students stay cool in summer?
1️⃣2️⃣ How does hot weather affect your daily activities?
1️⃣3️⃣ Should people change their working hours during peak summer?
1️⃣4️⃣ What advice would you give to someone visiting your place in summer?
1️⃣5️⃣ Have you ever made any changes in your home to stay cooler in summer?

SAMPLE 2/2

“ Hello everyone,

Today, I want to talk about something important — how to beat the heat in summer.

Summer can be very hot, especially in places like ours. We feel tired, sweaty, and sometimes even sick. So, we must stay cool and safe.

I wake up early in the morning. This way, I can do my work before the sun gets too hot. In the afternoon, I try to stay indoors.

I wear light cotton clothes. Cotton helps my skin breathe. I avoid dark colors because they absorb heat. I drink a lot of water to stay hydrated. Drinking cold water, lemon juice, or buttermilk is also very good.

At home, we use fans and coolers. We don’t use the AC much to save electricity. We also keep curtains closed during the day. This blocks sunlight. In the evening, we open the windows. Fresh air makes the room cooler.

I eat light meals in summer. I like fruits like watermelon, mango, and bananas. I also eat salads, curd rice, and drink buttermilk. These foods are easy to digest and keep the body cool.

One of my favorite summer memories is from my grandmother’s village. We used to play outside in the mornings. Then, we took a bath in the pond. At night, we slept on the terrace under the stars. It was cool and peaceful.

To stay safe, we should not go out in the afternoon unless it is very necessary. The heat can cause headache, tiredness, or even heatstroke.

I think schools and offices should change their timing in hot weather. People should rest more in the afternoon.

To beat the heat, we don’t need fancy things. Just simple habits, healthy food, and lots of water can help us feel better.

Thank you. ”