Reflexives+Race+Swap+Activity

This exercise is a great activity to get students critically analyzing grammar rules while using the reflexive pronouns and getting them working as a team.

1. Separate students into two teams. 2. Set a bell/ringer in the middle of the room by the board. 3. Pick two kids from each team. 4. The student that knows that answer rings the bell. 5. If correct, the team gets a point. If wrong, they all have an opportunity to try again. *they must ring the bell first. 4. Have them translate a series of questions while consulting with their partner for grammatical accuracy and pronunciation. Here are some sample questions: It is really interesting to to see how the students who are not in the "hot seat" work among each other discussing why their translation is correct or not. This gives everyone an opportunity to participate in the discussion. Puts a goal (have their team win) to work for and lets me hear what mistakes they are making by listening to how they are supporting their arguments.
 * I have to eat breakfast before going to school.
 * She must put on her make up everyday.
 * They do not have time to take shower themselves.
 * You all want to go to sleep before 10:00 p.m.

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