Scene: An adult ESL classroom. The teacher steps out for a short break. Students chat quietly while working.
EMMA: Hi there! You’re new, right? I don’t think I’ve seen you before.
CARLOS: (smiles nervously) Yes, I just joined this class today. My name is Carlos.
EMMA: Nice to meet you, Carlos! I’m Emma. How’s your first day going?
CARLOS: It’s okay, but a little hard. Everyone speaks so fast!
EMMA: (laughs) Don’t worry, we all felt that way at first. It gets easier.
CARLOS: I hope so. I want to speak English more naturally.
EMMA: You will. We can practice together if you like.
LINA: Oh! Are you the new student?
CARLOS: Yes, I’m Carlos. And you are?
LINA: I’m Lina, from South Korea. Nice to meet you!
EMMA: Lina, Carlos just joined our class today.
LINA: Welcome! What class were you in before?
CARLOS: None. I moved here last week. I’m still getting used to everything—new city, new school, new language.
LINA: I know that feeling. When I came here, I couldn’t even order lunch by myself.
EMMA: (smiling) Now you’re one of the best students in class!
LINA: Thanks! But I still make mistakes.
CARLOS: Me too. I feel shy to speak sometimes.
EMMA: Hey, this is an English class—it’s okay to make mistakes! That’s how we learn.
LINA: (reading) “Write five sentences about your hobbies.” Hmm…
CARLOS: My hobby is playing soccer. What about you, Lina?
LINA: I like taking photos and watching movies.
EMMA: I love reading and cooking. Maybe next week we can share something about our hobbies in class.
LINA: That sounds fun!
CARLOS: We can also meet after class to practice English together.
EMMA: Good idea! We could help each other with pronunciation and new words.
LINA: Yes! And we can bring snacks!
CARLOS: (laughs) Perfect. New friends, new language, and good food—best class ever!
The teacher returns, smiling at the group chatting happily.
TEACHER: Looks like you’ve all made new friends today. That’s the best way to learn!
ALL: (together) Yes, it is!
— THE END —