This topic covers the role of host parents, who welcome students into their homes during a study abroad or exchange program. Host parents offer support, guidance, and a sense of family to students in a new environment. We'll discuss vocabulary, expressions, and phrases to help describe these relationships and the ways host parents make the experience memorable.
Grammar Focus:
Possessive Nouns and Pronouns
Usage: Possessive nouns and pronouns indicate ownership or belonging. They help describe relationships and connections, such as "my host parents" or "their home."
- Structure: Possessive noun + ’s (singular) or s’ (plural) / Possessive pronouns: my, your, his, her, our, their
- Examples:
- "My host parents’ house is very cozy."
- "Their kindness makes me feel at home."
- Examples:
- Examples in Context:
- "She appreciates her host parents' guidance."
- "His host parents’ rules help him feel secure."
Vocabulary:
- Host Parents - The parents in a family that hosts a student.
- Guardian - Someone who takes care of another person, similar to the role of host parents.
- Supportive - Providing encouragement and help.
- Welcoming - Friendly and open to others.
- Accommodation - The place where someone lives temporarily.
- Caring - Showing kindness and concern for others.
- Responsible - Having a duty to take care of someone.
- Understanding - Compassionate and tolerant of others.
- Household - A home and the people who live in it.
- Routine - A regular way of doing things in a home or life.
Useful Expressions:
- "My host parents are very caring and supportive."
- "They make sure I feel comfortable and safe."
- "I’ve learned so much from my host parents."
- "They treat me like part of the family."
- "They explain their family traditions to me."
- "I appreciate the way they include me in family activities."
- "Living with host parents has been a great experience."
- "They help me practice my English every day."
Sentences:
- Her host parents make her feel like part of the family.
- They have a set of rules that help her adjust to their home.
- She enjoys spending time with her host parents during meals.
- Her host parents are understanding and supportive.
- He appreciates how his host parents share their culture with him.
Questions and Answers:
Q: How do host parents help students feel comfortable?
- A: Host parents usually offer guidance, support, and a warm welcome to make students feel at home.
Q: What kind of activities do students do with their host parents?
- A: Students may share meals, do household chores, go on family outings, and celebrate holidays together.
Q: Do host parents have rules?
- A: Yes, most host parents have household rules to help students adjust to their way of life and keep the home organized.
Q: Why are host parents important in a homestay experience?
- A: Host parents provide a family environment, help students adapt, and create a support system for students far from home.
Q: How can students show appreciation to their host parents?
- A: Students can help with chores, respect the family rules, and show gratitude for their support.
Conversation:
Situation: Daniel is talking to his friend, Emma, about his host parents.
Emma: Hey, Daniel! How are things with your host parents?
Daniel: Hey, Emma! It’s been really nice. My host parents are very supportive.
Emma: That’s great to hear! What are they like?
Daniel: They’re very welcoming and treat me like part of the family. They include me in all their activities.
Emma: Wow, that sounds wonderful. Do they have any rules?
Daniel: Yes, they have a few, like keeping my room tidy and joining them for dinner every night.
Emma: That sounds fair. Are they helping you with your English?
Daniel: Definitely. They encourage me to speak English every day, and they’re very patient with me.
Emma: It sounds like you’re having a great experience. Host parents can really make a difference!
Daniel: I agree. I’m really grateful for them.
Reading:
The Role of Host Parents in a Student’s Life Abroad
When students travel abroad, host parents play a crucial role in helping them adjust to a new environment. These parents provide more than just accommodation—they offer guidance, support, and a sense of family. Host parents introduce students to local customs, food, and traditions, allowing them to learn in a personal and practical way. They often create a welcoming environment where students can practice the language daily, feel secure, and build confidence. Although students might initially feel homesick, host parents help them feel at home and cared for. Many students say that their host parents become like a second family, and they often stay in touch long after the program ends. The bond formed between students and host parents makes the homestay experience invaluable, creating lasting memories and relationships.
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