I. LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 🔬
Describe what you see in the picture.
What seems to be their problem?
II. LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🎯
refrigerator
[ ri-'frij-uh-rey-ter ]
noun
She stored the leftover food in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
washer
[ 'washer ]
noun
He put a load of laundry into the washer.
dryer
[ 'drahy-er ]
noun
She transferred the wet clothes from the washer to the dryer.
iron
[ 'ahy-ern ]
noun
He used the iron to smooth out the wrinkles in his shirt.
freezer
[ 'free-zer ]
noun
She stored the ice cream in the freezer.
outlet
[ 'out-let ]
noun
He plugged the lamp into the outlet.
wastebasket
[ 'weyst-bas-kit ]
noun
She threw the crumpled paper into the wastebasket.
fans
[ fanz ]
noun
The fans were running to keep the room cool.
magazine holder
[ 'mag-uh-zeen 'hohl-der ]
noun
She placed the latest issues in the magazine holder by the sofa.
kitchen counter
[ 'kich-uhn 'koun-ter ]
noun
He placed all the ingredients on the kitchen counter before starting to cook.
III. LISTEN AND REPEAT 📢 1.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.IV. DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
Emma is needing help finding and understanding how to use various household appliances.
Emma
David
Of course, Emma! What are you looking for?
Emma
First, I need an air purifier and a humidifier. Where can I find those?
David
You can find the air purifier and humidifier in the electronics section, near the air conditioners and fans.
Emma
Great! And I also need a rice cooker and a microwave for my kitchen.
David
You'll find the rice cooker and microwave in the kitchen appliances aisle, right next to the blenders and toaster ovens.
Emma
Perfect. One last thing – where can I get a wastebasket and a magazine holder?
David
Those are in the home organization section, close to the end tables and kitchen cabinets.
Emma
Thanks so much, David! Oh, and do you have any tips for using a vacuum cleaner and a dishwasher?
David
Sure! For the vacuum cleaner, make sure to clean the filter regularly to maintain its efficiency. As for the dishwasher, ensure you load the dishes properly to avoid blocking the spray arms.
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. What is Emma setting up?
2. Where can Emma find the air purifier and humidifier?
3. What tips does David give for using a vacuum cleaner?
V. LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Customer
Do you have a universal remote control that works with all TVs?
Staff
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Customer
I need a reliable digital thermometer. Which one do you recommend?
Staff
.
Customer
Can you recommend a good portable heater for a small room?
Staff
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Customer
Where can I find surge protector outlets for my electronics?
Staff
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Customer
Do you sell kitchen counters? I'm looking to upgrade mine.
Staff
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VI. ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
A customer is shopping for household appliances in a store and needs assistance from a staff member to locate and understand how to use various items.
Instruction:
One person will be the customer, and the other will be the staff member. Use the learned vocabulary in the conversation.
| AS A STAFF MEMBER | AS A CUSTOMER |
|---|---|
Greet the customer and offer assistance. | Ask for help finding an air purifier and a humidifier. |
Direct the customer to the electronics section for items like air purifiers, humidifiers, air conditioners, fans, and air purifiers. | Inquire about the location of kitchen appliances such as a rice cooker and a microwave. |
Guide the customer to the kitchen appliances aisle for items like rice cookers, microwaves, blenders, and toaster ovens. | Request assistance with finding home organization items like a wastebasket and a magazine holder. |
Show the customer the home organization section for items like wastebaskets, magazine holders, end tables, and kitchen cabinets. | Ask for tips on using and maintaining appliances like a vacuum cleaner and a dishwasher. |
Provide information and tips on using and maintaining appliances like vacuum cleaners and dishwashers. | Express gratitude for the assistance provided. |
Ensure the customer feels supported and offer further assistance if needed. | |
Thank the customer for visiting and provide any additional help if required. |
LET'S KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING 💭
- What household appliances do you use the most at home?
- How do you maintain and clean your kitchen appliances?
- Have you ever asked for help in a store? What was your experience like?
- Can you list some safety tips for using electrical appliances?
Hi, David! I'm setting up my new apartment and need some help finding a few appliances and items.