Funny replies by 5 years old
 

 
During our teachings and mock interviews with 4.5 years to 5.5 years old, there are many funny replies.  These purity and simplicity in kids are the main attractions for us to be in the education field.  It's a joy seeing what they do and hearing what they say.  Here are a few funny ones:  Teacher (T)  Child (C)
 
1. Name
T:  What is your name in English?
C:  (Very fast response): Yes
 
T:  What is--your--name--in--English?
C:  (Very fast response):  Yes
 
T:  What---is---your---English---name?
C:  (A little puzzled): Yes
 
T:  What-----is-----your-----name?
C: (Suddenly getting the message, said loudly and boldly):  It's A Tom.
T:   ...............................(this one needs a lottttt of training)......


2. Name (2)
T: What is your name?

C: My name is Chan Siu Ming
T: Which kindergarten do you go to?
C: (Very fast response) I go to Chan Siu Ming Kindergarten.


3. Family members
T: Who are your family members?
C: My dog, hamster, maid, little sister............mum and dad.



4. Reading

T: Do you like reading?
C: (Very seriously)   NOoooooo

 


5. Music
T: Do you play any musical instruments?

C: Yes, piano and violin.
T: That's wonderful. Do you practice everyday?
C: Yes, 3 hours for each you know.
T: ........................
(Clarified with student's mum: 15 mins on piano only, did not learn violin)

 


6. Homework

T: What would you do if you are stuck in your homework?
C: Mummy would beat me up!
T: Really?
C: Yes, very fiercely too! 
T:  ...............................

(Clarified with student's mum: just saying that to make her pay attention in class.  Never beat her). 

 

 
7.  National Day
T:  What festival is it on 1 Oct?
C:  (thinking and thinking) ............I dont know.
C:  (suddenly) ah yes, someone's birthday.
 
 
 
8. Ambition
T: What do you want to be when you grow up?

C: .......................I don't know
T: How about like your daddy, to be a smart lawyer?
C: But he always sleeps!
 
 
 
9.  Ambition (2)
T:  What do you want to be when you grow up?
C:  Policeman
T:   I see.  Why?
C:  To help the sick
T:  You mean you want to be a doctor, to help those who are sick?
C:  No, when kids cross roads and got hit by cars, policeman take them to hospital.
     
 

10.  Smile
When asking the last question during a mock interview:
T:  Can you please show me a big smile?
C:  e....
T:  Is that a BIG smile?
C:  ee.....
T:  Okay, thank you, you may go now.
C:  (Big broad smile and runs off)