I. LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 🔬
Describe what you see in the picture.
What's the advantage of having a fashion advisor?
II. LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🎯
razor
[ 'rey-zer ]
noun
He bought a new razor to get a closer shave.
collar
[ 'kol-er ]
noun
The dress shirt has a crisp white collar.
hem
[ hem ]
noun
She asked the tailor to adjust the hem of her dress.
undershirt
[ 'uhn-der-shurt ]
noun
He wore an undershirt beneath his dress shirt.
pantyhose
[ 'pan-tee-hohz ]
noun
She put on pantyhose before wearing her skirt.
tweezers
[ 'twee-zers ]
noun
She used tweezers to pluck her eyebrows.
nail clippers
[ 'neyl klip-ers ]
noun
He used nail clippers to trim his nails neatly.
bobby pin
[ 'bob-ee pin ]
noun
She secured her bun with a bobby pin.
long johns
[ 'lawng jonz ]
noun
He wore long johns to stay warm during the winter.
cotton swab
[ 'kot-n swob ]
noun
She used a cotton swab to clean her ears.
III. LISTEN AND REPEAT 📢 1.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.IV. DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
Alice is seeking advice on purchasing various personal care items and clothing.
Alice
John
Sure, I’d be happy to help. What specific items are you looking for?
Alice
I need a comb and some bobby pins. What do you recommend?
John
For a comb, this one is great for detangling, and these bobby pins are very durable.
Alice
Great. I also need some cosmetics, specifically blush and cotton swabs.
John
Our cosmetics section is over here. This blush is very popular, and these cotton swabs are good for makeup application and removal.
Alice
Thanks. I also need a razor and some body wash.
John
Here’s a razor that provides a close shave, and this body wash has a refreshing scent.
Alice
I need some nail care items too, like nail clippers and nail polish.
John
We have a variety of nail clippers and nail polish colors. Here are some of our best-sellers.
Alice
Lastly, I need some clothing items, including a dress, dress shirt, and knee socks.
John
Our clothing section is right over here. We have dresses in different styles, dress shirts in various sizes, and comfortable knee socks.
Alice
Thank you so much for your help, John.
John
You’re welcome, Alice. Let me know if you need anything else!
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. What personal care items did Alice ask for her hair, and what were John's recommendations?
2. What nail care items did Alice need, and what did John suggest?
3. What types of clothing did Alice inquire about, and where did John guide her?
V. LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Customer
Do you have any good tweezers for plucking eyebrows?
Staff
.
Customer
I'm looking for a white dress shirt in size medium. Do you have any?
Staff
.
Customer
Do you sell long johns for the winter season?
Staff
.
Customer
Where can I find tissues for my office?
Staff
.
Customer
I need a comb for styling my hair. Which one do you recommend?
Staff
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VI. ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
A customer visits a store to buy various personal care items and clothing and seeks assistance from the staff.
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 tweezers for eyebrow plucking, a white dress shirt in size medium for a business meeting, long johns for an upcoming ski trip, soft tissues for office use, and a sturdy comb for styling hair. |
Ask about specific items they need help finding, such as tweezers for eyebrow plucking, a white dress shirt in size medium for a business meeting, long johns for an upcoming ski trip, soft tissues for office use, and a sturdy comb for styling hair. | Inquire about the prices of each item. |
Provide recommendations and explanations for each product. | Request recommendations for the best brand or type of each item. |
Offer additional assistance or suggest related products. | Ask if there are any ongoing discounts or promotions. |
Ensure the customer feels satisfied with their choices. | Thank the staff for their assistance. |
Thank the customer for visiting and offer further assistance if needed. |
LET'S KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING 💭
- What are the best ways to use a comb and bobby pins for different hairstyles?
- How do you select the right cosmetics, such as blush and nail polish, for different occasions?
- What factors should you consider when choosing a razor and body wash for personal care?
- How do you determine the right fit and style when shopping for clothing items like dress shirts and pants?
Hi, I need some help finding personal care items and some clothing.