I. LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 🔬
Describe what you see in the picture.
Do you buy groceries at the public market?
II. LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🎯
camcorder
[ 'kam-kawr-der ]
noun
She used a camcorder to record the family vacation.
peripheral
[ puh-'rif-er-uhl ]
noun
The printer is an essential peripheral for the office computer.
cucumber
[ 'kyoo-kum-ber ]
noun
She sliced a cucumber to add to the salad.
spinach
[ 'spin-ich ]
noun
He made a healthy smoothie with fresh spinach.
turnip
[ 'tur-nip ]
noun
She roasted turnips with carrots and potatoes.
fluorescent light
[ floh-'res-uhnt lahyt ]
noun
The office is lit with fluorescent lights to save energy.
answering machine
[ 'an-ser-ing muh-sheen ]
noun
She checked the answering machine for any missed calls.
extension cord
[ ik-'sten-shuhn kord ]
noun
He used an extension cord to plug in the lamp across the room.
bamboo shoot
[ bam-'boo shoot ]
noun
She added bamboo shoots to the stir-fry for extra crunch.
burdock root
[ 'bur-dok root ]
noun
Burdock root is commonly used in Japanese dishes and herbal teas.
III. LISTEN AND REPEAT 📢 1.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.IV. DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
Sophia is shopping for electronic devices and vegetables and needs assistance from a Jack and Emily to locate and understand how to use various items.
Sophia
Jack
Sure, Sophia! What do you need?
Sophia
First, I need a charger and a new battery for my cellphone. Where can I find those?
Jack
You can find chargers and batteries in the electronics section, next to the cellphones and laptops.
Sophia
Great! I also need a camcorder and a flashlight.
Jack
Those are in the same section, near the calculators and fluorescent lights.
Sophia
Perfect. One last thing – where can I get a light bulb and an extension cord?
Jack
The light bulbs and extension cords are also in the electronics section, close to the peripheral devices and answering machines.
Sophia
Thanks so much, Jack! You've been very helpful.
Jack
Anytime, Sophia! If you need anything else, just let me know.
Later that day ...
Sophia
Hi, Emily! I'm looking for some fresh vegetables. Can you help me?
Emily
Of course, Sophia! What do you need?
Sophia
I need some cucumber, spinach, and bok choy.
Emily
You'll find those in the produce section. The cucumbers and spinach are next to the green onions and Chinese cabbage, and the bok choy is near the eggplants and green peppers.
Sophia
Great! I also need some mushrooms and bamboo shoots.
Emily
Those are in the same section, near the turnips, burdock roots, and lotus roots.
Sophia
Thanks, Emily! You've been very helpful.
Emily
Anytime, Sophia! If you need anything else, just let me know.
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. Where can Sophia find the camcorder and flashlight?
2. Where are the mushrooms and bamboo shoots located?
3. Which vegetables does Sophia need to get first?
V. LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Customer
Do you have a scientific calculator suitable for college students?
Staff
.
Customer
Where can I find fresh cucumbers for my salad?
Staff
.
Customer
Can you recommend a good cellphone with a long battery life?
Staff
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Customer
Do you have organic mushrooms in stock?
Staff
.
Customer
I'm looking for a lightweight laptop for travel. Any suggestions?
Staff
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VI. ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
A customer is shopping for electronic devices and vegetables 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. | Greet the staff member and mention needing help finding some items. |
Provide clear directions to the customer on where to find the requested electronic items. | Ask for help locating a charger and a new battery for the cellphone. |
Inform the customer about the location of chargers and batteries near the cellphones and laptops and the camcorders and flashlights that are near the calculators and fluorescent lights. | Inquire about the location of a camcorder and a flashlight. |
Provide information on where to find what the customer wants. | Ask where to find a light bulb and an extension cord. |
Inform the customer about the location of cucumbers and spinach next to the green onions and Chinese cabbage, and bok choy near the eggplants and green peppers, and the mushrooms and bamboo shoots that are near the turnips, burdock roots, and lotus roots. | Ask for help locating cucumbers, spinach, and bok choy. |
Ensure the customer feels supported and offer further assistance if needed. | Inquire about the location of mushrooms and bamboo shoots. |
Thank the customer for visiting. | Express gratitude for the assistance provided. |
LET'S KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING 💭
- What electronic devices do you use the most, and how do you maintain them?
- How do you usually shop for vegetables? Do you prefer a supermarket or a local market?
- Have you ever needed help finding items in a store? How did the staff assist you?
- Can you list some recipes or dishes that include vegetables like cucumber, spinach, and bok choy?
Hi, Jack! I need some help finding a few electronic items.