Language Output of the Unit
Telling a love story
When we tell a story, we need to set the scene. In this case, say what kind of love story it is - a legend, a film, etc. If it's a legend or a folk tale, there are set phrases that we use: Once upon a time, there was ... A long, long time ago, there lived (a beautiful princess). We also end legends or folk tales with the phrase: And they lived happily ever after.
Using the present tense makes the story more immediate and dramatic, but of course, stories are often told in the past tense too.
To keep listeners interested, tell the story in a dramatic way:
•Use a wide range of intonation.
•At dramatic moments, use our hands as a form of expression. Pause for a moment before describing a dramatic event.
Setting the scene / Ending the story
This is a story about...
Once upon a time, there was / lived ... The story takes place in ...
And they lived happily ever after.
Talking about romantic love
He fell (madly / deeply) in love with her. It was love at first sight. She lost interest in him.
Creating suspense
Guess what!
You'll never believe this. But then, what do you think happened next?

