IN THE AFTERNOON

 The phrase "In the afternoon" refers to the time period between 12:00 p.m. (noon) and the early evening, usually around 5:00 or 6:00 p.m. This topic focuses on discussing activities, routines, and events that happen during this time. Learners will practice talking about schedules, daily routines, and the use of time expressions with the present simple tense.

Grammar Focus

1. Prepositions of Time:

   • In is used with parts of the day: morning, afternoon, evening.
     • Example: In the afternoon, I go to the gym.

2. Present Simple Tense: Used to talk about daily habits and routines.

   • Example: I study in the afternoon.

3. Time Expressions: Describing what happens at specific times of the day.

   • Example: She takes a break in the afternoon.

Vocabulary

• Afternoon: The time between noon and early evening.
• Noon: 12:00 p.m., the middle of the day.
• Evening: The time between late afternoon and night, after 6:00 p.m.
• Break: A short period of rest.
• Nap: A short sleep during the day.

Useful Expressions

• In the afternoon: Used to describe something happening between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

  • Example: In the afternoon, I usually go for a walk.

• What do you do in the afternoon?: Asking about afternoon activities.

  • Example: What do you do in the afternoon?

• After lunch: Referring to the time right after noon.

  • Example: After lunch, I study in the afternoon.

Sentences

1. I usually take a nap in the afternoon when I’m tired.
2. She likes to go for a walk in the afternoon, especially when the weather is nice.
3. In the afternoon, I have my English class from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
4. We play soccer in the park in the afternoon every weekend.
5. They drink coffee in the afternoon to stay awake for the rest of the day.

Questions and Answers

1. What do you usually do in the afternoon?
   I usually study in the afternoon.

2. When do you have your break?
   I have my break in the afternoon, around 3:00 p.m.

3. Do you prefer working in the morning or in the afternoon?
   I prefer working in the afternoon because I feel more energetic.

4. What time do you finish your work in the afternoon?
   I finish work in the afternoon, at 5:00 p.m.

5. Do you go to the gym in the afternoon or in the evening?
   I go to the gym in the afternoon, usually around 4:00 p.m.

Conversation

Lucy: What do you usually do in the afternoon?
Tom: In the afternoon, I usually have meetings. How about you?
Lucy: I have free time after lunch, so I like to take a walk or read a book.
Tom: That sounds relaxing! I wish I had more free time in the afternoon.
Lucy: Yeah, afternoons are perfect for a little break.

Reading Practice

For many people, the afternoon is a productive part of the day. After lunch, some people take a short break to relax or have coffee before continuing with their tasks. For example, Maria works as a teacher in the morning, but in the afternoon, she focuses on grading papers and preparing for her next lessons. She enjoys her routine because the afternoon gives her time to plan without feeling rushed. After finishing her work, Maria sometimes goes for a walk or takes a nap before dinner. In the afternoon, many people find time to balance work and rest, making it a useful part of the day.