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Task 1 Note! We say backache, stomachache, toothache, headache and earache, but we don't say chest ache, leg ache, etc. Instead, we say I've got a pain in my chest/leg.
Complete the doctor s notes. Tick the
correct injury.1) Mr. Jones broke a beer glass and got a... on his finger. a) burn b) bruise c) cut
2) Miss Spring forgot to put cold water in the bath. Now she has a bad ... on her leg. a) bruise b) pain c) burn
3) Mrs. Miggins had an accident. She had a bad ... in her neck for a week. a) pain b) bruise c) cut
4) Tom Bennett fell over the cat and hit his head. He got a big ... over one eye. a) burn b) bruise c) pain
Task 2 Complete the sentences with a word from the box: ear infection, flu, backache, stomach ache, cold
1) I had _______________ last week. I was very hot, and I ached all over. 2) Melissa's got an _______________ at the moment, so she can't hear anything. 3) I've eaten something bad and I've got a terrible ______________ now. 4) Don't go out without your coat on - you'll catch a ____________. 5) Some beds can give you ___________________, but mine is very comfortable.
Task 3 In pairs - role-play a visit to the doctor. Use the expressions below to help you.
When you have finished, swap roles and describe a different illness.
Student A: You are a patient and you've got the flu. Describe how you feel to the doctor.
Student B: You are a doctor. Ask Student A how they feel, decide on the illness and give advice.
Talking about illnesses and injuries
- Asking questions
- How do you feel?
- Have you got a sore throat?
- Does it hurt?
Giving advice and instructions
- You should take one tablet.
- You need to rest.
Describing symptoms
- It hurts.
- I feel sick.
- I've got a pain in my stomach.
- I've got an earache.
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