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In class B1

Following the lesson, joining in, and keeping up with what's being taught.

Following the lesson

cover a topic — discuss or include a subjectA: Did the meeting cover the topic of remote work?
B: Yes, they spent a lot of time discussing it.

pay attention — focusA: Did you hear what the teacher just said?
B: Sorry, I wasn't paying attention.

Joining in

raise your hand — lift handA: How do I get the teacher's attention?
B: Just raise your hand and wait for her to call on you.

right answer — correct responseA: Do you know the right answer to question three?
B: Yeah, it's Paris.

Following the lesson

Teacher: Right, today we're going to cover a topic that comes up a lot in the exam — supply and demand.

Mia: Sorry, could you say that last part again? I want to make sure I follow.

Teacher: Of course. Just pay attention to the graph on the board and it'll make sense.

Mia: Got it, thanks — that's much clearer now.

Joining in

Teacher: Does anyone know the answer to question three?

Sam: I think so — should I raise my hand or just call it out?

Teacher: Hand up is fine. Go on, what have you got?

Sam: I reckon it's forty-two — that should be the right answer.

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