Speaking: Storytelling & Narrative Skills B1 - Lesson 2: Using Time Expressions to Sequence (last year, then, after that)

Speaking: Storytelling & Narrative Skills B1 - Lesson 2: Using Time Expressions to Sequence (last year, then, after that)

Welcome! To deliver a coherent spoken narrative, speakers must employ strategic chronological markers to sequence events smoothly. This intermediate lesson focuses on temporal expressions across three structural phases: setting the scene, advancing the plot, and introducing unexpected occurrences. We will also correct a common grammar mistake involving double connectors. Core Structural Time Phrases: Setting the Scene: Last year, A few months ago, Once upon a time. (Used to establish the initial timeline of a story). Advancing the Plot: Then, After that, Next. (Used to smoothly transition from one event to the next). Sudden Transitions: Suddenly, Out of nowhere. (Used to introduce a sudden, unexpected event that interrupts the flow). Linguistic Warning: The Double Connector Trap Combining time phrases into incorrect forms like 'After then' violates English word order rules. Keep them distinct by using 'After that' or 'Then' independently. Please enable JavaScript to ac…