Background Notes:

Activity One:

• have your student write each word on an index card and use it in a sentence; this can be done during the session or for homework
• if your student is unclear about any of the words, have her use the dictionary and record the meaning of the word on the index card under the word

Activity Two:

• names can be filled in under Personal Banking Representative or Bank Managers
• you may wish to discuss the difference between the Bank Manager and the Personal Banking Representative
• ask your student what percentage of women work in banks in her country

Activity Three:

• create as many transactions as possible # read some of the transactions and have your student complete the handout as you are reading (a good listening activity)
• also, give your student some written scenarios and have her record them in her handout
• e.g., Mr. Smith withdrew fifty dollars on June 11 from an Automated Teller; his previous balance was One thousand and seventy-five dollars
• this type of activity will provide your student with the opportunity of reading numbers and practicing her new vocabulary
• this is also an excellent way of practicing the past tense

Activity Four:

• watch your student circle each word and check to see if she circles the correct answer
• if she has difficulty, ask her if you can show it to her
• note any errors and repeat the word a second time later in the list