YESTERDAY, TODAY, TONIGHT, AND TOMORROW

 This topic focuses on describing actions or events that happened in the past, are happening now, or will happen in the near future. "Yesterday" refers to the day before today, "today" refers to the current day, "tonight" is the evening of the current day, and "tomorrow" is the day after today. Learners will practice using these words in sentences to talk about daily routines, plans, and past events.

Grammar Focus

1. Past Simple Tense (for Yesterday):

   • Used to describe actions or events that happened in the past.
     • Example: I went to the park yesterday.

2. Present Simple and Present Continuous (for Today):

   • Used to describe actions happening today or regularly.
     • Example (Present Simple): I go to work today.
     • Example (Present Continuous): I am working today.

3. Future Simple and "Be Going To" (for Tomorrow):

   • Used to talk about future actions or plans.
     • Example (Future Simple): I will call you tomorrow.
     • Example ("Be going to"): I’m going to visit my friend tomorrow.

4. Prepositions:

   • On for specific days.
     • Example: On Monday, I went shopping.
   • At for specific times.
     • Example: At 8:00 a.m., I start work.

Vocabulary

• Yesterday: The day before today.
• Today: The current day.
• Tonight: The evening of the current day.
• Tomorrow: The day after today.
• Schedule: A plan of events or activities.
• Plan: An intention or decision about what to do in the future.
• Event: Something that happens, like a meeting or a party.

Useful Expressions

• Yesterday, I...: Used to talk about something that happened the day before.

  • Example: Yesterday, I visited my grandmother.

• Today, I’m...: Used to describe something happening today.

  • Example: Today, I’m going to the gym.

• Tonight, I will...: Used to talk about plans for this evening.

  • Example: Tonight, I will have dinner with my family.

• Tomorrow, I’m going to...: Used to talk about plans for the next day.

  • Example: Tomorrow, I’m going to study for my exam.

Sentences

1. Yesterday: Yesterday, I had a meeting at work in the afternoon.
2. Today: Today, I’m feeling great because the weather is nice.
3. Tonight: Tonight, I’m going out with my friends to see a movie.
4. Tomorrow: Tomorrow, I’m going to visit my grandparents.
5. Yesterday was a busy day, but today I’m going to relax.

Questions and Answers

1. What did you do yesterday?
   Yesterday, I went shopping and had lunch with a friend.

2. What are you doing today?
   Today, I’m working on a project for school.

3. What are your plans for tonight?
   Tonight, I’m going to a concert with my family.

4. What will you do tomorrow?
   Tomorrow, I’m going to visit my friend in the city.

5. Did you have a busy day yesterday?
   Yes, yesterday was very busy because I had meetings all day.

Conversation

Mary: What did you do yesterday?
Paul: Yesterday, I went to the gym in the morning. How about you?
Mary: Yesterday, I had a lot of work to do, but today I’m relaxing.
Paul: Sounds nice! What are your plans for tonight?
Mary: Tonight, I’m going to a party. What about you?
Paul: I’m staying home tonight. But tomorrow, I’m going on a trip!
Mary: That sounds exciting! Where are you going?
Paul: I’m visiting my cousins in the countryside tomorrow.

Reading Practice

Yesterday was a long day for Sarah. She had to wake up early to attend a meeting at work. After that, she went shopping and then visited her grandmother. By the evening, she was tired, so she went to bed early. Today, Sarah feels much better and is planning to spend her afternoon reading a new book. Tonight, she will have dinner with her family, and she is looking forward to it. Tomorrow, Sarah is going to meet up with her friends for coffee, and they’re planning to watch a movie afterward. Even though yesterday was busy, Sarah is excited for what’s coming next.