School and college are common topics in everyday conversations. People often talk about their favorite subjects, difficult classes, teachers, homework, and exams. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to naturally discuss classes and subjects in everyday English conversations.
Pro Tip: Don’t memorize complete sentences. Learn useful expressions and use them in different situations. This will help you sound more natural and confident.
Useful Expressions
- What’s your favorite subject?
- I’m really interested in…
- I’m taking a math class this semester.
- Which class do you like the most?
- History is my strongest subject.
- Science is quite challenging.
- I find English easy to understand.
- I need to study for tomorrow’s class.
- We have a group project.
- Our teacher gave us homework.
- I have a test next week.
- I’m not good at chemistry.
- I enjoy learning new things.
- That lesson was interesting.
- I learned something new today.
Questions & Answers
1. What’s your favorite subject?
My favorite subject is English.
2. Which subject do you find difficult?
I find mathematics difficult.
3. Do you enjoy science classes?
Yes, I enjoy learning about science.
4. What class do you have today?
I have history and English today.
5. Who is your favorite teacher?
My English teacher is my favorite.
6. Do you usually finish your homework on time?
Yes, I always try to finish it early.
7. Are you good at art?
Yes, I enjoy drawing and painting.
8. Do you study every day?
Yes, I study for at least one hour.
9. What subject would you like to improve?
I’d like to improve my mathematics.
10. Do you prefer online or classroom learning?
I prefer classroom learning because it’s more interactive.
Conversation
Emma: Hi, Alex. Which class do you have first today?
Alex: I have English. What about you?
Emma: I have mathematics.
Alex: Do you like math?
Emma: Yes, but sometimes it’s difficult.
Alex: My favorite subject is history.
Emma: Really? Why do you like it?
Alex: I enjoy learning about the past.
Emma: That’s interesting. I prefer science.
Alex: Science is fun, especially the experiments.
Emma: Good luck with your classes today!
Alex: Thanks! You too.
Real-Life Conversation
Sarah: Hi, David. How was your first class today?
David: It was great. We had an English lesson.
Sarah: What did you learn?
David: We practiced speaking in pairs.
Sarah: That sounds fun.
David: Yes, everyone participated.
Sarah: Which subject do you enjoy the most?
David: I really like English and geography.
Sarah: I love biology.
David: Why do you like biology?
Sarah: Because I enjoy learning about nature and the human body.
David: That’s interesting.
Sarah: Which subject is the hardest for you?
David: Mathematics.
Sarah: Me too. Sometimes the problems are confusing.
David: We have a math test next Monday.
Sarah: I know. I’m a little nervous.
David: Let’s study together after school.
Sarah: Great idea!
David: We can review the lessons and solve practice questions.
Sarah: That will help us prepare better.
David: Don’t forget to bring your notebook.
Sarah: I won’t. See you after school.
David: See you then!
Quick Practice
A. Change the Words
Replace the bold word with another suitable subject.
- My favorite subject is English. → __________
- I enjoy science classes. → __________
- History is very interesting. → __________
- I have a math test tomorrow. → __________
- Our teacher explained the lesson well. → __________
B. Answer the Questions
- What is your favorite subject?
- Which subject do you find difficult?
- Who is your favorite teacher?
- Do you enjoy group projects?
- What class do you have tomorrow?
C. Complete the Sentences
- My favorite class is __________.
- I usually study __________ every day.
- I have a test on __________.
- Our teacher asked us to __________.
- I want to improve my __________ skills.
Speaking Challenge
Speak for 1–2 minutes without reading.
Talk about:
- Your school or college.
- Your favorite subject.
- The subject you find difficult.
- Your favorite teacher.
- What you learned recently.
- How you prepare for exams.
- Whether you like studying alone or with friends.
Try to use at least 8 of the useful expressions from this lesson.
Common Mistakes
| Incorrect | Correct |
|---|---|
| My favorite subject are English. | My favorite subject is English. |
| I am good in math. | I am good at math. |
| I have English subject today. | I have English today. |
| Teacher give homework yesterday. | The teacher gave us homework yesterday. |
| I like very much science. | I like science very much. |
Lesson Summary
Key Expressions
- What’s your favorite subject?
- I’m interested in…
- I’m taking a … class.
- I enjoy learning…
- I’m not good at…
- We have homework today.
- I have a test next week.
- Let’s study together.
- That lesson was interesting.
- I learned something new today.
