This topic focuses on describing the people living in a house, apartment, or other residence. It helps learners practice asking and answering questions about the residents of a home, using possessive forms, family vocabulary, and descriptive language. Students will also explore various living arrangements, from families to roommates.
Grammar Focus
Present Simple for Habits and Facts
- Who lives in this house?
- My grandparents live in a small cottage.
Possessive Pronouns and Adjectives
- Whose room is this? It’s mine.
- Their family owns this house.
Wh- Questions
- Who lives here?
- How many people live in your apartment?
Vocabulary
| Word/Phrase | Definition | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Resident | A person who lives in a specific place | "The residents of this building are friendly." |
| Roommate | A person who shares a room or apartment | "My roommate is a college student." |
| Landlord | The owner of a rented property | "Our landlord is very helpful." |
| Tenant | A person who rents a house or apartment | "The tenant has lived here for two years." |
| Family | A group of related people living together | "This house is perfect for a large family." |
| Neighbor | A person who lives nearby | "My neighbors are very kind and helpful." |
| Single-parent family | A family with one parent raising children | "This neighborhood has many single-parent families." |
| Household | The people who live together in one house | "Our household includes three generations." |
| Community | A group of people living in the same area | "This community is very supportive." |
| Multi-family home | A house designed for multiple families | "They live in a multi-family home." |
Useful Expressions
| Expression | Meaning |
|---|---|
| "Who lives in this house?" | Asking about the residents of a house. |
| "Our family has lived here for many years." | Talking about how long someone has lived somewhere. |
| "There are five people in this household." | Explaining the number of residents. |
| "This is a shared apartment with four tenants." | Describing a living arrangement. |
| "My grandparents live in the house next door." | Talking about relatives living nearby. |
| "We rent this apartment from a kind landlord." | Explaining a rental situation. |
| "Is this your room or your sister’s?" | Asking about possession of a space. |
Sentences
- Who lives in this big house?
- My family lives here; it’s our home.
- This apartment has three tenants.
- The landlord lives on the top floor of the building.
- Our neighbors are very friendly and helpful.
- A single-parent family lives in the house across the street.
- This is a shared house with five residents.
- My grandparents live in a small cottage near the lake.
- How many people live in your household?
- Their family has lived in this neighborhood for generations.
Questions and Answers
Q: Who lives in this apartment?
A: A young couple and their dog live here.Q: How many people live in your house?
A: There are four people in my house: my parents, my brother, and me.Q: Do you have roommates?
A: Yes, I share my apartment with two roommates.Q: Does your grandmother live alone?
A: No, she lives with my uncle.Q: Who lives next door to you?
A: A family with two kids lives next door.
Conversation
Emma: Who lives in this house?
Liam: My grandparents live here. They’ve been here for over 30 years.
Emma: Wow, that’s a long time! Is it just the two of them?
Liam: Yes, but we visit them every weekend.
Emma: That’s so nice. Do they know all their neighbors?
Liam: Of course! This community is very close-knit.
Reading Passage
Who Lives Here?
Every home has a story, and the people living in it bring that story to life. In some houses, large families share the space, creating a lively environment. In others, young professionals or students might live together as roommates.
In big cities, apartments often have a mix of tenants, from singles to families. Many people rent their homes, while others own their houses and stay for decades. Some live alone, enjoying their independence, while others share their homes with extended family members.
Communities are built on these diverse living arrangements. Neighbors might come together for celebrations or support each other during difficult times. No matter who lives in a house, it’s the people who make it a home.
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