This lesson focuses on using adverbs of frequency to discuss habits, particularly chores and responsibilities within a shared living space. Students will learn vocabulary related to household chores, along with expressions for addressing issues diplomatically. This topic encourages open communication about shared responsibilities and discussing habits in a respectful manner.
Grammar
- Present Simple for Habits: Describing routine or regular actions (e.g., “He hardly ever washes his dishes”).
- Adverbs of Frequency: Using words like “hardly ever,” “always,” “never,” and “sometimes” to show how often something happens (e.g., “I usually wash my dishes after eating”).
- Negative Sentences in Present Simple: Talking about things that rarely or never happen (e.g., “Jack doesn’t often wash his dishes”).
- Imperative Sentences: Making requests or suggestions (e.g., “Please remember to wash your dishes”).
Vocabulary
- Dishes: Plates, bowls, glasses, and utensils used for eating
- Sink: The basin in a kitchen or bathroom where you wash things
- Chores: Regular tasks or household duties, such as washing dishes, cleaning, or cooking
- Responsibility: A duty or obligation, such as keeping shared spaces clean
- Frequency: How often something happens
- Reminder: Something said or done to help someone remember
- Mess: A state of disorder or untidiness
- Cleaning up: Making a place neat by organizing and putting things in their place
- Shared space: An area used by multiple people, like a kitchen or living room
- Routine: A regular series of actions
Useful Expressions
- "Jack, you hardly ever wash your dishes."
- "It’s important to keep the kitchen clean for everyone."
- "Can you please try to wash your dishes after eating?"
- "We need to keep our shared space tidy."
- "A clean kitchen makes it easier for everyone to cook."
- "Maybe we can create a schedule for washing dishes."
- "It would be helpful if we all cleaned up after ourselves."
Sentences
- "Jack, you hardly ever wash your dishes, and the sink is always full."
- "I usually wash my dishes right after eating to keep things clean."
- "Can we agree to wash our dishes right after meals?"
- "Living with roommates means we have to share responsibilities."
- "A messy kitchen can be frustrating for everyone."
Questions and Answers
Q: "Why does Jack need to wash his dishes more often?"
- A: "Because it keeps the kitchen clean for everyone who uses it."
Q: "How often do you wash your dishes?"
- A: "I try to wash my dishes right after eating so they don’t pile up."
Q: "What could help Jack remember to wash his dishes?"
- A: "Maybe setting a reminder or creating a cleaning schedule would help."
Q: "Do you think it’s important to wash dishes after every meal?"
- A: "Yes, it helps keep the kitchen organized and prevents a big mess."
Q: "What would you say to a roommate who doesn’t wash their dishes?"
- A: "I would politely ask them to wash their dishes so the kitchen stays clean for everyone."
Conversation
Context: Two roommates, Emma and Mike, are talking about their roommate Jack, who rarely washes his dishes.
Emma: Have you noticed that Jack hardly ever washes his dishes?
Mike: Yeah, the sink is always full! It’s starting to get annoying.
Emma: I know. I wash my dishes right after eating, and it would be nice if he did the same.
Mike: Maybe we should talk to him about it. We all share the kitchen, so it’s only fair.
Emma: Agreed. We could suggest setting up a dishwashing schedule or just remind him to wash up after meals.
Mike: Good idea. Hopefully, he’ll understand and help keep the kitchen clean.
Reading
Title: Keeping Shared Spaces Clean
Text: In a shared apartment, keeping the common areas clean is essential. Washing dishes is a basic responsibility, and when everyone does their part, it creates a pleasant living environment for all. However, if someone doesn’t wash their dishes, it can quickly lead to a messy kitchen, which affects everyone. In this case, Jack hardly ever washes his dishes, which has become an issue for his roommates. They want to encourage Jack to clean up after meals to keep the kitchen tidy. By setting a simple rule, like washing dishes right after eating, or creating a cleaning schedule, they can ensure that the kitchen remains a clean and inviting space for everyone.
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