JAZMIN LIVES IN HER OWN APARTMENT

 The statement "Jazmin lives in her own apartment" introduces learners to the concept of independence and housing. This topic is ideal for A1 and A2 English learners as it combines vocabulary related to homes and living arrangements with the present simple tense.

In this lesson, students will explore vocabulary about apartments, rooms, and household items while practicing how to describe someone’s living situation. They will learn to form positive and negative statements, ask questions, and engage in simple conversations about housing and daily routines.

By the end of the lesson, learners will be able to describe their own living situations, ask questions about others' homes, and understand basic conversations about where people live.

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GRAMMAR

Present Simple Tense

• Usage:

  • To talk about facts or routines.
  • Example: Jazmin lives in her own apartment.

• Structure:

  • Positive: Subject + base verb (with -s for third-person singular).
    • She lives in her own apartment.
  • Negative: Subject + do/does not + base verb.
    • She does not live with her parents.
  • Question: Do/Does + subject + base verb?
    • Does she live in an apartment?

Possessive Adjectives

• Usage:
  • To show ownership.
  • Examples: her apartment, their house, my room.

Prepositions of Place

• Usage:
  • To describe locations.
  • Examples: in the apartment, near the park, on the second floor.

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VOCABULARY

1. Apartment: A set of rooms for living in, usually in a larger building. (Example: Jazmin lives in her apartment.)
2. Own: Belonging to oneself. (Example: She has her own place.)
3. Kitchen: A room where food is prepared and cooked. (Example: Her kitchen is small but modern.)
4. Living Room: A room used for relaxing or entertaining. (Example: The living room has a comfortable sofa.)
5. Bedroom: A room used for sleeping. (Example: Her bedroom has a large window.)
6. Bathroom: A room with a toilet and sink, often with a shower or bathtub. (Example: The bathroom is next to the bedroom.)
7. Balcony: A platform extending from the wall of a building. (Example: Jazmin’s apartment has a small balcony.)
8. Furniture: Objects like tables, chairs, or beds. (Example: Her apartment is full of modern furniture.)
9. Neighbor: Someone who lives nearby. (Example: Her neighbors are friendly.)
10. Rent: Money paid for the use of property. (Example: She pays rent every month.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Describing Living Situations:

  • She lives in her own apartment.
  • Her apartment is on the third floor.
  • The building is near the city center.

• Asking Questions:

  • Where does she live?
  • Does she live alone?

• Talking About Rooms and Furniture:

  • Her bedroom is small but cozy.
  • She has a big sofa in the living room.

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SENTENCES

Positive:

1. Jazmin lives in her own apartment.
2. Her apartment has a kitchen and a balcony.

Negative:

1. Jazmin does not live with her family.
2. She does not have a large living room.

Questions:

1. Does Jazmin live alone?
2. Where is her apartment?

Answers:

1. Yes, she lives alone.
2. Her apartment is in the city center.

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CONVERSATION

Anna: Hi, Jazmin! Do you still live with your parents?
Jazmin: No, I live in my own apartment now.
Anna: That’s great! Where is it?
Jazmin: It’s in the city center, near the park.
Anna: Do you like it?
Jazmin: Yes, it’s small but cozy. It has a kitchen, a living room, and a balcony.
Anna: That sounds perfect!

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READING

"Jazmin’s New Apartment"

Jazmin moved into her own apartment six months ago. She used to live with her parents, but she wanted to have her own space. Her apartment is in a quiet neighborhood near the park. It is on the third floor of a small building.

The apartment has three rooms: a bedroom, a living room, and a kitchen. Jazmin loves the balcony where she can enjoy her morning coffee. The living room is her favorite place because it has a comfortable sofa and a big TV. She decorated the apartment with colorful curtains and plants.

Jazmin works from home, so she spends a lot of time in her apartment. She enjoys cooking in her kitchen and reading books in the living room. Her neighbors are friendly, and they often greet her in the hallway. Jazmin is happy to have her own space and feels proud of her independence.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: Where is Jazmin’s apartment located?
   A: It is in a quiet neighborhood near the park.

2. Q: How many rooms does Jazmin’s apartment have?
   A: It has three rooms: a bedroom, a living room, and a kitchen.

3. Q: What does Jazmin enjoy doing on the balcony?
   A: She enjoys having her morning coffee on the balcony.

4. Q: What is her favorite place in the apartment?
   A: Her favorite place is the living room.

5. Q: How does Jazmin feel about living in her own apartment?
   A: She feels happy and proud of her independence.