Autor: wolfgang kugler

  • 😎👍How to stay focused and reach your personal goal, revised version👍😎 (A1 advanced)

    • planning, discipline, and never giving up


    Everyone has a dream or a goal in life. It can be to learn English, to get a better job, or to save money. To reach your goal, you need good planning, discipline, and you must never give up.

    First, know your goal. Be clear about what you want. Say, “I want to speak English well,” or “I want to run every day.”

    Second, make a plan. Write small steps. Do one small thing every day.

    Third, stay focused. Sometimes you feel tired or lazy, but keep trying. Think about your dream and why it is important for you.

    Fourth, check your progress. Look at what you already did and what you still need to do.

    Fifth, get support. Talk to friends or family who can help you.

    Finally, celebrate your success. When you reach your goal, be happy and proud of yourself.

    With planning, discipline, and never giving up, you can reach your personal goal.


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    Vocabulary:

    • to stay focused → to pay attention to one thing
    • a goal → something you want to do or get
    • revised version → a new or better version after changes
    • to save money → to keep money for later
    • to reach a goal → to finish or complete your goal
    • never → not ever
    • to give up → to stop trying
    • small steps → little things you do to finish a big task
    • sometimes → not always, at some times
    • to feel tired → to want to rest because of work or activity
    • to be lazy → not want to work or do anything
    • to keep trying → to continue trying, not stopping
    • to check progress → to look at what you have done and how much is left
    • to need → to want or must have something
    • to get support → to have help from someone
    • to celebrate → to be happy and show happiness for something good
    • success → when you finish your goal or do something well
    • to be proud → to feel happy about what you did

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    Multiple choice, one answer correct:


    1. What does it mean to stay focused?
      a) To pay attention
      b) To look at many things
      c) To think about other things for a long time
    2. What is a goal?
      a) Something you see on TV
      b) Something you want to do
      c) Something you want very badly all the time
    3. What is a revised version?
      a) The first version
      b) A version you throw away
      c) A new version with many changes
    4. What does it mean to save money?
      a) To keep money
      b) To spend money quickly
      c) To buy many things at once
    5. What does to reach a goal mean?
      a) To start a new goal
      b) To finish your goal
      c) To forget your goal and everything else
    6. What does never mean?
      a) Sometimes
      b) Every day
      c) Not at any time
    7. What does to give up mean?
      a) To stop trying
      b) To continue working
      c) To stop and never try again
    8. What are small steps?
      a) Big things you do
      b) Things you do without a plan
      c) Little things you do to finish a task
    9. What does sometimes mean?
      a) Always
      b) Not always
      c) Never in your whole life
    10. What does to feel tired mean?
      a) To want to rest
      b) To feel happy
      c) To feel strong all the time
    11. What does to be lazy mean?
      a) To work hard
      b) To not want to work
      c) To do nothing forever
    12. What does to keep trying mean?
      a) To give up
      b) To stop trying
      c) To continue trying
    13. What does to check progress mean?
      a) To look at what is done
      b) To ignore your work
      c) To see nothing and do nothing
    14. What does to need mean?
      a) To forget something
      b) To want or must have something
      c) To never want anything at all
    15. What does to get support mean?
      a) To work alone
      b) To ignore others
      c) To have help from someone
    16. What does to celebrate mean?
      a) To be happy and show happiness
      b) To be sad
      c) To work silently all the time
    17. What is success?
      a) When you fail
      b) When you finish your goal
      c) When you do nothing and lose
    18. What does to be proud mean?
      a) To be unhappy
      b) To feel happy
      c) To feel jealous all the time

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    Answers:
    1a, 2b, 3c, 4a, 5b, 6c, 7a,
    8c, 9b, 10a, 11b, 12c, 13a,
    14b, 15c, 16a, 17b, 18b

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    Correct answers:


    1. What does it mean to stay focused? – To pay attention
    2. What is a goal? – Something you want to do
    3. What is a revised version? – A new version with many changes
    4. What does it mean to save money? – To keep money
    5. What does to reach a goal mean? – To finish your goal
    6. What does never mean? – Not at any time
    7. What does to give up mean? – To stop trying
    8. What are small steps? – Little things you do to finish a task
    9. What does sometimes mean? – Not always
    10. What does to feel tired mean? – To want to rest
    11. What does to be lazy mean? – To not want to work
    12. What does to keep trying mean? – To continue trying
    13. What does to check progress mean? – To look at what is done
    14. What does to need mean? – To want or must have something
    15. What does to get support mean? – To have help from someone
    16. What does to celebrate mean? – To be happy and show happiness
    17. What is success? – When you finish your goal
    18. What does to be proud mean? – To feel happy

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    Match the word with its definition

    Words:

    1. to stay focused
    2. a goal
    3. revised version
    4. to save money
    5. to reach a goal
    6. never
    7. to give up
    8. small steps
    9. sometimes
    10. to feel tired
    11. to be lazy
    12. to keep trying
    13. to check progress
    14. to need
    15. to get support
    16. to celebrate
    17. success
    18. to be proud


    Definitions :

    a. To finish your goal
    b. To continue trying
    c. Not at any time
    d. To want or must have something
    e. Little things you do to finish a task
    f. Something you want to do
    g. To stop trying
    h. To pay attention
    i. To have help from someone
    j. To feel happy about what you did
    k. To look at what is done
    l. To be happy and show happiness
    m. A new version with many changes
    n. To keep money
    o. Not always
    p. To not want to work
    q. When you finish your goal
    r. To want to rest


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    Answers:
    1h, 2f, 3m, 4n, 5a, 6c, 7g,
    8e, 9o, 10r, 11p, 12b, 13k,
    14d, 15i, 16l, 17q, 18j

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    Correct version:


    1. to stay focused – To pay attention
    2. a goal – Something you want to do
    3. revised version – A new version with many changes
    4. to save money – To keep money
    5. to reach a goal – To finish your goal
    6. never – Not at any time
    7. to give up – To stop trying
    8. small steps – Little things you do to finish a task
    9. sometimes – Not always
    10. to feel tired – To want to rest
    11. to be lazy – To not want to work
    12. to keep trying – To continue trying
    13. to check progress – To look at what is done
    14. to need – To want or must have something
    15. to get support – To have help from someone
    16. to celebrate – To be happy and show happiness
    17. success – When you finish your goal
    18. to be proud – To feel happy about what you did

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    True or false:


    1. You should set a clear and specific goal.
    2. Goals should not have a deadline.
    3. Breaking a goal into smaller steps makes it easier to achieve.
    4. You do not need a plan to reach your goal.
    5. Visualizing success can help you stay motivated.
    6. It is important to expect challenges and obstacles.
    7. You should give up if you feel tired.
    8. Tracking your progress can help you reach your goal.
    9. You should never adapt your plan even if something changes.
    10. Celebrating small achievements is not useful.
    11. Finding support from others can help you achieve your goal.
    12. Reviewing your progress helps you improve your plan.
    13. Reaching your goal makes you feel proud.

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    True: 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13

    ______________________

    Correct version:


    1. You should set a clear and specific goal.
    2. Goals should not have a deadline. – True is: Goals should have a deadline.
    3. Breaking a goal into smaller steps makes it easier to achieve.
    4. You do not need a plan to reach your goal. – True is: You need a plan to reach your goal.
    5. Visualizing success can help you stay motivated.
    6. It is important to expect challenges and obstacles.
    7. You should give up if you feel tired. – True is: You should keep trying even if you feel tired.
    8. Tracking your progress can help you reach your goal.
    9. You should never adapt your plan even if something changes. – True is: You should adapt your plan if something changes.
    10. Celebrating small achievements is not useful. – True is: Celebrating small achievements is useful.
    11. Finding support from others can help you achieve your goal.
    12. Reviewing your progress helps you improve your plan.
    13. Reaching your goal makes you feel proud.

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    Retell the story in order:

    • Celebrate your success.
    • Know your goal clearly.
    • Get support from friends or family.
    • Make a plan with small steps.
    • Stay focused when you feel tired or lazy.
    • Check your progress.
    • Never give up.

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    Correct Order:

    1. Know your goal clearly.
    2. Make a plan with small steps.
    3. Stay focused when you feel tired or lazy.
    4. Check your progress.
    5. Get support from friends or family.
    6. Never give up.
    7. Celebrate your success.

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    Short answer questions :

    1. What does everyone have in life?
    2. Give one example of a goal.
    3. Give another example of a goal.
    4. What is the first step to reach a goal?
    5. What is the second step to reach a goal?
    6. What should you do if you feel tired or lazy?
    7. Why is it important to check your progress?
    8. Who can help you reach your goal?
    9. What is the final step after reaching your goal?
    10. How can planning, discipline, and never giving up help you?

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    Answers:

    1. Everyone has a dream or a goal.
    2. Learn English.
    3. Get a better job or save money.
    4. Know your goal.
    5. Make a plan and write small steps.
    6. Keep trying.
    7. To see what you have done and what you still need to do.
    8. Friends or family.
    9. Celebrate your success.
    10. They help you reach your personal goal.

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    Dialogue, fill in, words below:

    family – dream – clearly – speak – proud –
    job – every day – at home – evening –
    giving up – small – progress –
    feel proud – friends

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    Interviewer: Hello! Can you tell me your name?
    Young Lady: My name is Ahou.

    1. Interviewer: What is your dream?
    Ahou: My dream is to __________ English well.

    2. Interviewer: Why do you want to speak English?
    Ahou: Because I want a better __________ and to travel.

    3. Interviewer: Who helps you with your dream?
    Ahou: My friends and my __________ help me.

    4. Interviewer: Where do you study English?
    Ahou: I study English __________ and at school.

    5. Interviewer: When do you study every day?
    Ahou: I study every morning and sometimes in the __________.

    6. Interviewer: How do you start to reach your goal?
    Ahou: First, I know my goal __________.

    7. Interviewer: What do you do after you know your goal?
    Ahou: I make a plan and write __________ steps.

    8. Interviewer: How often do you do a small step?
    Ahou: I do one small step __________.

    9. Interviewer: What do you do if you feel tired or lazy?
    Ahou: I keep trying and think about my __________.

    10. Interviewer: How do you check your __________?
    Ahou: I look at what I already did and what I still need to do.

    11. Interviewer: Who gives you support?
    Ahou: My __________and my family give me support.

    12. Interviewer: What do you do when you reach your goal?
    Ahou: I celebrate and __________ of myself.

    13. Interviewer: Why is it important to never give up?
    Ahou: Because with planning, discipline, and never ___________, I can reach my goal.

    14. Interviewer: How do you feel when you achieve your dream?
    Ahou: I feel happy and __________.


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    Correct version:


    Interviewer: Hello! Can you tell me your name?
    Young Lady: My name is Ahou.

    1. Interviewer: What is your dream?
    Ahou: My dream is to speak English well.

    2. Interviewer: Why do you want to speak English?
    Ahou: Because I want a better job and to travel.

    3. Interviewer: Who helps you with your dream?
    Ahou: My friends and my family help me.

    4. Interviewer: Where do you study English?
    Ahou: I study English at home and at school.

    5. Interviewer: When do you study every day?
    Ahou: I study every morning and sometimes in the evening.

    6. Interviewer: How do you start to reach your goal?
    Ahou: First, I know my goal clearly.

    7. Interviewer: What do you do after you know your goal?
    Ahou: I make a plan and write small steps.

    8. Interviewer: How often do you do a small step?
    Ahou: I do one small step every day.

    9. Interviewer: What do you do if you feel tired or lazy?
    Ahou: I keep trying and think about my dream.

    10. Interviewer: How do you check your progress?
    Ahou: I look at what I already did and what I still need to do.

    11. Interviewer: Who gives you support?
    Ahou: My friends and my family give me support.

    12. Interviewer: What do you do when you reach your goal?
    Ahou: I celebrate and feel proud of myself.

    13. Interviewer: Why is it important to never give up?
    Ahou: Because with planning, discipline, and never giving up, I can reach my goal.

    14. Interviewer: How do you feel when you achieve your dream?
    Ahou: I feel happy and proud.


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    Read:


    My name is Ahou. My goal is to speak English well. I stay focused by knowing my goal clearly and making a plan with small steps. I do one small thing every day. Sometimes I feel tired or lazy, but I keep trying. I think about my dream and why it is important for me. I check my progress to see what I have done and what I still need to do. My friends and my family give me support. When I reach my goal, I celebrate and feel proud of myself. With planning, discipline, and never giving up, I can reach my goal.


    ____________________

    Rewrite story above, starting with

    >>>>>>>>>>>His name is Ahou. His goal is……….

    make all changes necessary!

    ___________________

    Correct version:


    Her name is Ahou. Her goal is to speak English well. She stays focused by knowing her goal clearly and making a plan with small steps. She does one small thing every day. Sometimes she feels tired or lazy, but she keeps trying. She thinks about her dream and why it is important for her. She checks her progress to see what she has done and what she still needs to do. Her friends and her family give her support. When she reaches her goal, she celebrates and feels proud of herself. With planning, discipline, and never giving up, she can reach her goal.


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    🧭 Cheat Sheet:
    How to Improve Your English

    1. Define Your Goal Clearly

    • Be Specific: Decide exactly what you want.
      → Example: “I want to speak English confidently with tourists” instead of “I want to be better at English.”
    • Measurable: Choose something you can check.
      → Example: “I want to learn 10 new words every day.”
    • Achievable: Be realistic.
      → Example: “I will study 20 minutes daily,” not “I will study 5 hours every day.”
    • Relevant: Make sure your goal fits your life.
      → Example: “I need English for my job.”
    • Time-Bound: Set a deadline.
      → Example: “I want to reach A2 level in six months.”

    2. Break It Down


    3. Develop a Plan

    • Action Steps:
      → Study 20 minutes every morning.
      → Watch one short video in English daily.
      → Speak with a friend or teacher twice a week.
    • Resources:
      → English app, YouTube, grammar book, notebook.
    • Obstacles:
      → No time? Study while commuting.
      → Shy? Practice alone first, then with others.

    4. Stay Motivated

    • Visualize Success: Imagine yourself speaking English with confidence.
    • Find Inspiration: Follow English learners, join study groups, or watch movies in English.
    • Reward Yourself: Treat yourself when you finish a topic or reach a goal.

    5. Track Your Progress

    • Keep a study journal. Write what you learn each day.
    • Review weekly: What’s easy? What’s difficult? What to change?

    6. Stay Flexible and Persistent

    • Adapt: If one method doesn’t work, try another.
      → Example: Change from reading to listening practice.
    • Persevere: Don’t stop when it’s hard — learning takes time!

    7. Seek Support

    • Accountability Partner: Find a friend who learns with you.
    • Professional Help: Join an English class or find a tutor.

    8. Celebrate Achievements

    • Celebrate small wins — finishing a unit, understanding a movie, or talking to a foreigner.
    • Be proud of every step — each one brings you closer to fluency.

  • 🗣️👍Why Sheera loves working in tourism 👍🗣️(A2, present simple)

    • from her village to the world

    Why she loves working in tourism




    I love working in tourism because it is interesting, fun, and useful. First, I meet tourists from many countries. I learn about their languages, food, and culture. I hear interesting stories and make new friends. I enjoy talking to people and sharing experiences.

    Second, I like sharing my culture. I show visitors my city, village, and countryside. I explain our festivals, temples, markets, handicrafts, and traditional clothes. I teach tourists how people live in my country. I feel proud when they enjoy and understand our culture.

    Working in tourism is always exciting. Every day is different. Sometimes I guide tourists in nature, sometimes in the city. I see beautiful landscapes, historic sites, and monuments. I also join festivals and events.

    I enjoy helping others. I show tourists the best places, answer questions, and solve problems. It makes me happy when they leave with good memories.

    I also learn and grow. I improve my English, communication, and confidence. I become independent and organized.

    Tourism helps my community too. It brings money to local people, farmers, and shops. I feel proud to support my village and country.

    Finally, tourism is fun and gives me satisfaction. I enjoy new experiences, meet people, and sometimes travel. It is a job that teaches me many things and makes me happy every day.


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    Voacbulary:


    • to be useful – to help you or others
    • a country – a place with its own government, people, and land
    • to make friends – to meet people and like them
    • to enjoy – to like something and feel happy
    • to share an experience – to tell someone about something you do or feel
    • to explain – to tell or show someone how something works
    • a handicraft – something made by hand, like art or clothes
    • traditional clothes – clothes that are special in a country or culture
    • to feel proud – to feel happy about yourself or someone else
    • to be exciting – to make you feel happy and interested
    • to guide tourists – to show visitors places and tell them about them
    • sometimes – not always, but some times
    • a landscape – the land and view you see, like mountains or fields
    • to join an event – to take part in a party, festival, or activity
    • to solve a problem – to find an answer or fix something that is wrong
    • good memories – happy things that you remember
    • to improve one’s English – to get better at speaking, reading, or writing English
    • communication – talking or sharing information with other people
    • confidence – feeling sure about yourself
    • to become independent – to do things by yourself
    • a community – a group of people who live or work together
    • to support – to help someone or something
    • finally – at the end
    • to give satisfaction – to make you feel happy and proud

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    Structured version:


    1. Meeting people

    • I meet tourists from many countries.
    • I learn about their language, food, and culture.
    • I hear interesting stories from travelers.
    • I make new friends from around the world.
    • I enjoy talking to people and sharing experiences.

    2. Sharing my culture

    • I show visitors my city, village, or countryside.
    • I explain our festivals, temples, and traditional clothes.
    • I introduce local markets, handicrafts, and art.
    • I teach tourists how people live in my country.
    • I feel proud when tourists enjoy and understand our culture.

    3. Exciting work

    • Every day is different; no day is the same.
    • Sometimes I guide tourists in nature, sometimes in the city.
    • I see beautiful landscapes, historic sites, and monuments.
    • I experience new events and festivals with tourists.
    • I never feel bored because there is always something to do.

    4. Helping others

    • I help tourists find the best places to visit.
    • I answer questions about transport, hotels, and activities.
    • I solve problems when tourists have difficulties.
    • I give advice about safety and local customs.
    • I feel happy when tourists leave with good memories.

    5. Learning and growing

    • I practice English and sometimes other languages.
    • I improve communication, listening, and speaking skills.
    • I learn about different cultures, traditions, and ways of life.
    • I become more confident and independent.
    • I develop organization, planning, and problem-solving skills.

    6. Supporting my community

    • I show tourists local traditions and crafts.
    • Tourism brings money to local people, shops, and markets.
    • I help promote local festivals and events.
    • I support farmers, artists, and small businesses.
    • I feel proud when my community grows and succeeds.

    7. Fun and adventure

    • I discover new places and hidden spots.
    • I try new experiences with tourists.
    • I enjoy festivals, parades, and cultural events.
    • I take photos and make memories with visitors.
    • I feel excited and motivated every day.

    8. Personal satisfaction

    • I feel happy helping tourists have fun.
    • I see their smiles and appreciation.
    • I feel proud to represent my country.
    • I enjoy learning new things and teaching others.
    • I feel that my work is meaningful and important.

    9. Career opportunities

    • I can work in hotels, travel agencies, or tour companies.
    • I can become a guide, driver, or event organizer.
    • I can meet experienced professionals and learn from them.
    • I can travel to new places for work.
    • Tourism can help me grow professionally and personally.

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    Multiple choice:


    1. What does to be useful mean?
      a) to help someone or something
      b) to waste time doing nothing
      c) to do something that is not helpful
    2. What is a country?
      a) a small shop or market place
      b) a place with its own people and land
      c) a single city in the world
    3. What does to make friends mean?
      a) to meet people and like them
      b) to play alone all the time
      c) to never speak with anyone
    4. What does to enjoy mean?
      a) to sit quietly and do nothing
      b) to feel bored and unhappy
      c) to like something and feel happy
    5. What is to share an experience?
      a) to keep all experiences private
      b) to tell someone about what you do
      c) to forget everything that happens
    6. What does to explain mean?
      a) to hide something and not tell
      b) to show clearly how something works
      c) to leave someone confused
    7. What is a handicraft?
      a) a fast food or drink you buy
      b) a machine used in a factory
      c) an object made by hand carefully
    8. What are traditional clothes?
      a) any clothes from shops or stores
      b) clothes that people wear for culture
      c) old clothes that are broken or torn
    9. What does to feel proud mean?
      a) to feel tired and want to rest
      b) to feel happy about yourself or others
      c) to feel sad about everything
    10. What does to be exciting mean?
      a) to make someone sleepy or bored
      b) to make someone feel angry
      c) to make someone happy or interested
    11. What is to guide tourists?
      a) to sell tickets at a shop
      b) to show visitors places and explain
      c) to ignore tourists and stay home
    12. What does sometimes mean?
      a) not always but at some times
      b) never at any time
      c) always every single day
    13. What is a landscape?
      a) a small room inside a building
      b) a type of clothes people wear
      c) the natural view of mountains or fields
    14. What does to join an event mean?
      a) to stay home and watch TV
      b) to take part in a festival or party
      c) to sleep instead of going out
    15. What is to solve a problem mean?
      a) to forget the problem completely
      b) to find an answer or fix something
      c) to start a game or activity
    16. What are good memories?
      a) happy things that you remember well
      b) things you forget very quickly
      c) bad things that make you sad
    17. What does to improve one’s English mean?
      a) to stop learning English forever
      b) to get better at speaking and reading
      c) to read a story without learning
    18. What is communication?
      a) doing sports alone outside
      b) talking or sharing ideas with others
      c) eating food very quickly
    19. What is confidence?
      a) feeling hungry or wanting food
      b) feeling tired or sleepy all day
      c) feeling sure about yourself or skills
    20. What does to become independent mean?
      a) to stay at home and not do anything
      b) to always follow other people
      c) to do things by yourself without help
    21. What is a community?
      a) one person living alone in a house
      b) a building where people live
      c) a group of people who live or work together
    22. What does to support mean?
      a) to take a long walk alone outside
      b) to help someone or something in need
      c) to hide something and not tell
    23. What does finally mean?
      a) at the beginning of an event
      b) sometimes but not always
      c) at the end of something important
    24. What does to give satisfaction mean?
      a) to make someone happy and proud
      b) to make someone angry or sad
      c) to make someone sleep or rest

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    Answers:
    1-a, 2-b, 3-a, 4-c, 5-b, 6-b,
    7-c, 8-b, 9-b, 10-c, 11-b, 12-a,
    13-c, 14-b, 15-b, 16-a, 17-b, 18-b,
    19-c, 20-c, 21-c, 22-b, 23-c, 24-a


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    Correct answers:


    1. What does to be useful mean? – to help someone or something
    2. What is a country? – a place with its own people and land
    3. What does to make friends mean? – to meet people and like them
    4. What does to enjoy mean? – to like something and feel happy
    5. What is to share an experience? – to tell someone about what you do
    6. What does to explain mean? – to show clearly how something works
    7. What is a handicraft? – an object made by hand carefully
    8. What are traditional clothes? – clothes that people wear for culture
    9. What does to feel proud mean? – to feel happy about yourself or others
    10. What does to be exciting mean? – to make someone happy or interested
    11. What is to guide tourists? – to show visitors places and explain
    12. What does sometimes mean? – not always but at some times
    13. What is a landscape? – the natural view of mountains or fields
    14. What does to join an event mean? – to take part in a festival or party
    15. What is to solve a problem mean? – to find an answer or fix something
    16. What are good memories? – happy things that you remember well
    17. What does to improve one’s English mean? – to get better at speaking and reading
    18. What is communication? – talking or sharing ideas with others
    19. What is confidence? – feeling sure about yourself or skills
    20. What does to become independent mean? – to do things by yourself without help
    21. What is a community? – a group of people who live or work together
    22. What does to support mean? – to help someone or something in need
    23. What does finally mean? – at the end of something important
    24. What does to give satisfaction mean? – to make someone happy and proud

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    Match the word with its definition:

    Words:

    1. to be useful
    2. a country
    3. to make friends
    4. to enjoy
    5. to share an experience
    6. to explain
    7. a handicraft
    8. traditional clothes
    9. to feel proud
    10. to be exciting
    11. to guide tourists
    12. sometimes
    13. a landscape
    14. to join an event
    15. to solve a problem
    16. good memories
    17. to improve one’s English
    18. communication
    19. confidence
    20. to become independent
    21. a community
    22. to support
    23. finally
    24. to give satisfaction


    Definitions:

    A. an object made by hand carefully
    B. a group of people who live or work together
    C. to help someone or something
    D. to tell someone about what you do
    E. to show clearly how something works
    F. to like something and feel happy
    G. clothes that people wear for culture
    H. to feel happy about yourself or others
    I. the natural view of mountains or fields
    J. to take part in a festival or party
    K. to find an answer or fix something
    L. to get better at speaking and reading
    M. talking or sharing ideas with others
    N. feeling sure about yourself or skills
    O. to do things by yourself without help
    P. not always but at some times
    Q. at the end of something important
    R. to show visitors places and explain
    S. to meet people and like them
    T. to make someone happy and interested
    U. a place with its own people and land
    V. to make someone happy and proud


    __________________________
    Answers:
    1-C, 2-U, 3-S, 4-F, 5-D, 6-E, 7-A, 8-G,
    9-H, 10-T, 11-R, 12-P, 13-I, 14-J, 15-K, 16-V,
    17-L, 18-M, 19-N, 20-O, 21-B, 22-C, 23-Q, 24-V


    __________________________

    Correct answers:


    1. to be useful – to help someone or something
    2. a country – a place with its own people and land
    3. to make friends – to meet people and like them
    4. to enjoy – to like something and feel happy
    5. to share an experience – to tell someone about what you do
    6. to explain – to show clearly how something works
    7. a handicraft – an object made by hand carefully
    8. traditional clothes – clothes that people wear for culture
    9. to feel proud – to feel happy about yourself or others
    10. to be exciting – to make someone happy and interested
    11. to guide tourists – to show visitors places and explain
    12. sometimes – not always but at some times
    13. a landscape – the natural view of mountains or fields
    14. to join an event – to take part in a festival or party
    15. to solve a problem – to find an answer or fix something
    16. good memories – to make someone happy and proud
    17. to improve one’s English – to get better at speaking and reading
    18. communication – talking or sharing ideas with others
    19. confidence – feeling sure about yourself or skills
    20. to become independent – to do things by yourself without help
    21. a community – a group of people who live or work together
    22. to support – to help someone or something
    23. finally – at the end of something important
    24. to give satisfaction – to make someone happy and proud

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    True or false:

    1. Tourists can learn about local markets, handicrafts, and art.
    2. A country is always a city with many buildings.
    3. Working in tourism helps you improve your English.
    4. You never meet people when you work in tourism.
    5. Guiding tourists can include visiting temples and festivals.
    6. Sometimes, you may feel proud when your community grows.
    7. Communication skills do not improve in tourism work.
    8. Sharing an experience means telling someone about what you do.
    9. Traditional clothes are what people wear for culture.
    10. You enjoy working in tourism when every day is the same.
    11. Good memories are happy things that you remember well.
    12. To support local farmers and artists is part of tourism work.
    13. Confidence has nothing to do with guiding tourists.
    14. Landscapes can be mountains, fields, or other natural views.

    __________________
    True: 1,3,5,6,8,9,11,12,14
    __________________

    Correct answers:


    1. Tourists can learn about local markets, handicrafts, and art.
    2. A country is always a city with many buildings. True is: a country is a place with its own people and land
    3. Working in tourism helps you improve your English.
    4. You never meet people when you work in tourism. True is: you meet people and make friends when you work in tourism
    5. Guiding tourists can include visiting temples and festivals.
    6. Sometimes, you may feel proud when your community grows.
    7. Communication skills do not improve in tourism work. True is: communication skills improve in tourism work
    8. Sharing an experience means telling someone about what you do.
    9. Traditional clothes are what people wear for culture.
    10. You enjoy working in tourism when every day is the same. True is: every day is different in tourism work
    11. Good memories are happy things that you remember well.
    12. To support local farmers and artists is part of tourism work.
    13. Confidence has nothing to do with guiding tourists. True is: confidence helps you guide tourists and do your job well
    14. Landscapes can be mountains, fields, or other natural views.

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    Multiple choice, one answer correct:

    1. Why does the writer like meeting tourists?
      a) They share stories
      b) They always speak the same language
      c) They can buy many souvenirs
    2. What can tourists learn about in the writer’s country?
      a) Only museums and shops
      b) Festivals, temples, and traditional clothes
      c) Fast food and restaurants
    3. Why is working in tourism exciting?
      a) Every day is different
      b) It is always easy and quiet
      c) They never go outside
    4. How does tourism help the local community?
      a) It closes the markets
      b) It only helps the guide
      c) It brings money to local people
    5. What does the writer enjoy about sharing their culture?
      a) Watching TV at home
      b) Showing visitors the city
      c) Eating food in restaurants
    6. How does guiding tourists help the writer personally?
      a) It makes them bored
      b) It improves English and confidence
      c) It forces them to stay home
    7. What does the writer feel when tourists enjoy their visit?
      a) Angry
      b) Confused
      c) Happy and proud
    8. Why do tourists like visiting local markets?
      a) They only look at restaurants
      b) They sit quietly
      c) They see handicrafts and art
    9. What is one way the writer supports the community?
      a) Staying at home
      b) Ignoring local people
      c) Promoting local festivals
    10. Why does tourism give the writer satisfaction?
      a) Spending time alone
      b) Avoiding people
      c) Helping tourists have fun

    ____________________
    Answers:
    1-a, 2-b, 3-a, 4-c, 5-b, 6-b, 7-c, 8-c, 9-c, 10-c


    ___________________

    Correct answers:


    1. Why does the writer like meeting tourists? – They share stories
    2. What can tourists learn about in the writer’s country? – Festivals, temples, and traditional clothes
    3. Why is working in tourism exciting? – Every day is different
    4. How does tourism help the local community? – It brings money to local people
    5. What does the writer enjoy about sharing their culture? – Showing visitors the city
    6. How does guiding tourists help the writer personally? – It improves English and confidence
    7. What does the writer feel when tourists enjoy their visit? – Happy and proud
    8. Why do tourists like visiting local markets? – They see handicrafts and art
    9. What is one way the writer supports the community? – Promoting local festivals
    10. Why does tourism give the writer satisfaction? – Helping tourists have fun

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    Fill in the blanks, words below:


    community, enjoy, festivals, guide tourists, confidence,
    landscapes, English, proud, communication,
    share an experience, handicrafts,
    support, traditional clothes,
    memories

    Sentences:

    1. The writer likes to ______ tourists from many countries.
    2. Tourists can learn about ______, temples, and art.
    3. Working in tourism helps improve your ______ and listening skills.
    4. The writer feels ______ when tourists enjoy the visit.
    5. You can see beautiful ______ like mountains and fields.
    6. The writer likes to ______ what happens during a visit.
    7. Tourists enjoy local ______ that people wear for culture.
    8. Tourism brings money to the local ______.
    9. The writer can ______ local farmers and artists through tourism.
    10. Guiding tourists helps the writer improve ______ and speaking skills.
    11. The writer likes to ______ stories with visitors about life in the country.
    12. Festivals and events are fun to ______ with tourists.
    13. Visiting local markets shows tourists traditional ______.
    14. Tourists leave with happy ______ from their visit.

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    Correct version:

    1. The writer likes to guide tourists from many countries.
    2. Tourists can learn about festivals, temples, and art.
    3. Working in tourism helps improve your English and listening skills.
    4. The writer feels proud when tourists enjoy the visit.
    5. You can see beautiful landscapes like mountains and fields.
    6. The writer likes to share an experience of what happens during a visit.
    7. Tourists enjoy local traditional clothes that people wear for culture.
    8. Tourism brings money to the local community.
    9. The writer can support local farmers and artists through tourism.
    10. Guiding tourists helps the writer improve communication and speaking skills.
    11. The writer likes to share an experience and tell stories with visitors about life in the country.
    12. Festivals and events are fun to join with tourists.
    13. Visiting local markets shows tourists traditional handicrafts.
    14. Tourists leave with happy memories from their visit.

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    Complete, words below:

    excited – solution – countries – every day – l
    earn – tours – language – city – farmers –
    countryside – during – traditions –
    different – supports

    ————————————-

    1. Interviewer: Who do you work with, Sheera?
    Sheera: I work with tourists from many__________.

    2. Interviewer: Where do you work?
    Sheera: I work in my __________ as a tour guide.

    3. Interviewer: Why do you like working in tourism?
    Sheera: I like it because I meet many people and __________ about their culture.

    4. Interviewer: How do you feel when you talk to tourists?
    Sheera: I feel happy and __________.

    5. Interviewer: What places do you show to visitors?
    Sheera: I show them temples, markets, and the _________.

    6. Interviewer: When do you start your work in the morning?
    Sheera: I start my -_________ at eight o’clock.

    7. Interviewer: How do tourists feel __________ your tours?
    Sheera: They feel interested and welcome.

    8. Interviewer: Which part of your job do you like most?
    Sheera: I like showing our festivals and __________.

    9. Interviewer: How does tourism help local people?
    Sheera: It brings money and _________ small shops.

    10. Interviewer: What __________ do you use at work?
    Sheera: I use English with most tourists.

    11. Interviewer: How do you help tourists when they have a problem?
    Sheera: I give them information and try to find a __________.

    12. Interviewer: Who do you support through your job?
    Sheera: I support local __________, artists, and small businesses.

    13. Interviewer: Do you ever feel bored at work?
    Sheera: No, I never feel bored. Every day is __________.

    14. Interviewer: How do you see your future in tourism?
    Sheera: I see a bright future. I meet new people and learn something new __________.


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    Full version:

    1. Interviewer: Who do you work with, Sheera?
    Sheera: I work with tourists from many countries.

    2. Interviewer: Where do you work?
    Sheera: I work in my city as a tour guide.

    3. Interviewer: Why do you like working in tourism?
    Sheera: I like it because I meet many people and learn about their culture.

    4. Interviewer: How do you feel when you talk to tourists?
    Sheera: I feel happy and excited.

    5. Interviewer: What places do you show to visitors?
    Sheera: I show them temples, markets, and the countryside.

    6. Interviewer: When do you start your work in the morning?
    Sheera: I start my tours at eight o’clock.

    7. Interviewer: How do tourists feel during your tours?
    Sheera: They feel interested and welcome.

    8. Interviewer: Which part of your job do you like most?
    Sheera: I like showing our festivals and traditions.

    9. Interviewer: How does tourism help local people?
    Sheera: It brings money and supports small shops.

    10. Interviewer: What language do you use at work?
    Sheera: I use English with most tourists.

    11. Interviewer: How do you help tourists when they have a problem?
    Sheera: I give them information and try to find a solution.

    12. Interviewer: Who do you support through your job?
    Sheera: I support local farmers, artists, and small businesses.

    13. Interviewer: Do you ever feel bored at work?
    Sheera: No, I never feel bored. Every day is different.

    14. Interviewer: How do you see your future in tourism?
    Sheera: I see a bright future. I meet new people and learn something new every day.


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  • 🤩😎🥳Meet your first English sentences – Anan, a day at the foundation, part 1/2🥳😎🤩(A1 beginners, present simple, short answers, questions, negations, part 13)

    Anan lives and studies at the foundation. Every morning he wakes up early and eats breakfast with his friends. At 8 o’clock he goes to class. The teacher teaches him English words for hotel work, like “guest,” “room,” and “clean.” He learns to say hello and welcome to visitors.

    After that, Anan studies how to work in a hotel. Some days he learns about the front desk. He learns to smile, speak politely, and help guests. Other days he learns about cleaning rooms. He practices making beds, washing towels, and keeping everything nice and tidy.

    At lunchtime, Anan eats with the other students. In the afternoon, he has practice time. Sometimes he works in a small training hotel. He serves drinks, carries bags, or helps in the restaurant. The teachers watch and help him do it better.

    Later in the day, he has lessons about life and good manners. He learns how to work in a team and how to be kind to others.

    In the evening, he studies English again or plays football with friends. After dinner, he goes back to his room, reads a little, and then sleeps. He feels happy because every day he learns something new for his future.

    _____________________

    Vocabulary:

    • a foundation – a place that helps people learn or get support
    • to wake up – to open your eyes in the morning
    • breakfast – the first meal in the morning
    • to teach somebody English – to help a person learn English words and speaking
    • to welcome a visitor – to say hello and make a guest feel happy to come
    • to study – to learn and read about something
    • to smile – to show happiness on your face
    • to speak politely – to talk in a kind and nice way
    • to clean rooms – to make rooms neat and not dirty
    • to practice making beds – to learn how to make a bed again and again
    • a towel – a piece of cloth to dry your body or hands
    • tidy – clean and in good order
    • lunchtime – the time in the middle of the day to eat
    • practice time – time to do something again to get better
    • to serve a drink – to give a drink to someone
    • to carry bags – to take bags in your hands and move them
    • good manners – to behave nicely and be polite
    • to be kind – to be nice and helpful to people
    • future – the time that comes after today

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    Multiple choice, one answer correct:


    1. A foundation is a place that…
    a) helps people b) sells food c) makes cars

    2. To wake up means…
    a) open your eyes b) go to bed c) eat breakfast

    3. Breakfast is…
    a) morning food b) night food c) evening food

    4. To teach somebody English means…
    a) play games b) help learn c) sleep

    5. To welcome a visitor means…
    a) close the door b) say hello c) go away

    6. To study means…
    a) sing songs b) learn more c) run

    7. To smile means…
    a) show happy face b) cry c) shout

    8. To speak politely means…
    a) talk loudly b) talk nicely c) talk fast

    9. To clean rooms means…
    a) make tidy b) move furniture c) paint walls

    10. To practice making beds means…
    a) jump on bed b) sleep in bed c) make bed correctly

    11. A towel is…
    a) for eating b) for walking c) for drying

    12. Tidy means…
    a) very dark b) old c) clean and neat

    13. Lunchtime is…
    a) play time b) time to eat c) sleep time

    14. Practice time is…
    a) watch TV b) go home c) time to practice

    15. To serve a drink means…
    a) cook rice b) rest c) give a drink

    16. To carry bags means…
    a) sit down b) hold bags c) draw pictures

    17. Good manners means…
    a) shout b) eat fast c) be polite

    18. To be kind means…
    a) be angry b) sleep late c) help people

    19. Future means…
    a) before now b) today c) after now


    _______________________

    Answers :

    1a, 2a, 3a, 4b, 5b, 6b, 7a, 8b,
    9a, 10c, 11c, 12c, 13b, 14c,
    15c, 16b, 17c, 18c, 19c
    _______________________

    Correct answers:

    1. A foundation helps people.
    2. To wake up means to open your eyes.
    3. Breakfast is morning food.
    4. To teach somebody English means to help learn.
    5. To welcome a visitor means to say hello.
    6. To study means to learn more.
    7. To smile means to show a happy face.
    8. To speak politely means to talk nicely.
    9. To clean rooms means to make tidy.
    10. To practice making beds means to make the bed correctly.
    11. A towel is for drying.
    12. Tidy means clean.
    13. Lunchtime means time to eat.
    14. Practice time means time to practice.
    15. To serve a drink means to give a drink.
    16. To carry bags means to hold bags.
    17. Good manners means to be polite.
    18. To be kind means to help people.
    19. Future means after now.

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    Match word with definiton:


    Vocabulary

    1. Foundation
    2. Wake up
    3. Breakfast
    4. Teach somebody English
    5. Welcome a visitor
    6. Study
    7. Smile
    8. Speak politely
    9. Clean rooms
    10. Practice making beds
    11. Towel
    12. Tidy
    13. Lunchtime
    14. Practice time
    15. Serve a drink
    16. Carry bags
    17. Good manners
    18. Be kind
    19. Future


    Definitions:

    A. Time to eat
    B. To hold bags
    C. To make a bed correctly
    D. To open your eyes
    E. To give a drink
    F. To talk nicely
    G. A place that helps people
    H. To help learn English
    I. To say hello to someone
    J. To clean and make tidy
    K. A piece of cloth for drying
    L. To smile or show a happy face
    M. To learn more
    N. To be polite
    O. To show kindness
    P. Morning food
    Q. Time to practice
    R. After now
    S. To clean rooms


    _____________________

    Answers:

    1G, 2D, 3P, 4H, 5I, 6M, 7L, 8F,
    9S, 10C, 11K, 12J, 13A, 14Q,
    15E, 16B, 17N, 18O, 19R

    _____________________

    Correct answers:


    Future – after now

    Foundation – helps people

    Wake up – to open your eyes

    Breakfast – morning food

    Teach somebody English – to help learn English

    Welcome a visitor – to say hello to someone

    Study – to learn more

    Smile – to smile or show a happy face

    Speak politely – to talk nicely

    Clean rooms – to clean rooms

    Practice making beds – to make a bed correctly

    Towel – a piece of cloth for drying

    Tidy – to clean and make tidy

    Lunchtime – time to eat

    Practice time – time to practice

    Serve a drink – to give a drink

    Carry bags – to hold bags

    Good manners – to be polite

    Be kind – to show kindness


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    True or false:


    1. Breakfast is eaten in the morning.
    2. To wake up means to go to sleep.
    3. A towel is for drying.
    4. To clean rooms means to make the room not tidy.
    5. Smile means to show a happy face.
    6. To speak politely means to talk nicely.
    7. Lunchtime means time to eat.
    8. Practice making beds means to sleep in the bed.
    9. Be kind means to help people.
    10. Carry bags means not hold bags.
    11. Serve a drink means to give a drink.
    12. Tidy means very dark.
    13. Study means to learn more.
    14. Welcome a visitor means to close the door.

    ________________________

    True: 1,3,5,6,7,9,11,13
    ________________________
    Correct answers:


    1. Breakfast is eaten in the morning.
    2. To wake up means to go to sleep. True is: To wake up means to open your eyes.
    3. A towel is for drying.
    4. To clean rooms means to make the room not tidy. True is: To clean rooms means to make the room tidy.
    5. Smile means to show a happy face.
    6. To speak politely means to talk nicely.
    7. Lunchtime means time to eat.
    8. Practice making beds means to sleep in the bed. True is: Practice making beds means to make the bed correctly.
    9. Be kind means to help people.
    10. Carry bags means not hold bags. True is: Carry bags means to hold bags.
    11. Serve a drink means to give a drink.
    12. Tidy means very dark. True is: Tidy means clean.
    13. Study means to learn more.
    14. Welcome a visitor means to close the door. True is: Welcome a visitor means to say hello.

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    Short answers

    basics:

    Example SentenceYesNo
    I learn the alphabet.Yes, I do.No, I don’t.
    You read signs.Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    He practices speaking.Yes, he does.No, he doesn’t.
    She watches cartoons.Yes, she does.No, she doesn’t.
    It helps us learn English.Yes, it does.No, it doesn’t.
    We use apps like Duolingo.Yes, we do.No, we don’t.
    You read labels.Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    They make mistakes sometimes.Yes, they do.No, they don’t.
    QuestionYesNo
    Do I learn the alphabet?Yes, I do.No, I don’t.
    Do you read signs?Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    Does he practice speaking?Yes, he does.No, he doesn’t.
    Does she watch cartoons?Yes, she does.No, she doesn’t.
    Does it help us learn English?Yes, it does.No, it doesn’t.
    Do we use apps like Duolingo?Yes, we do.No, we don’t.
    Do you read labels?Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    Do they make mistakes sometimes?Yes, they do.No, they don’t.
    QuestionYesNo
    Am I big?Yes, I am.No, I am not.
    Are you big?Yes, you are.No, you aren’t.
    Is he big?Yes, he is.No, he isn’t.
    Is she big?Yes, she is.No, she isn’t.
    Is it big?Yes, it is.No, it isn’t.
    Are we big?Yes, we are.No, we aren’t.
    Are you big?Yes, you are.No, you aren’t.
    Are they big?Yes, they are.No, they aren’t.

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    Give short answers:


    1. Breakfast is eaten in the morning.

      YOU WRITE:
      Yes, it is.

    2. People wake up in the night.

      YOU WRITE:
      No, they don’t.

    3. A towel is used for drying your body.
      ____________________________
    4. Rooms are cleaned to make them tidy.
      ____________________________
    5. A smile shows a happy face.
      ____________________________
    6. Polite people talk loudly.
      ____________________________
    7. Lunchtime is the time to eat food.
      ____________________________
    8. Beds are practiced to be made correctly.
      ____________________________
    9. Kind people help other people.
      ____________________________
    10. Bags are carried to hold them.
      ____________________________
    11. Drinks are served to give them to someone.
      ____________________________
    12. Tidy means very dark.
      ____________________________
    13. Students study to learn more.
      ____________________________
    14. Visitors are welcomed by saying hello.
      ____________________________
    15. Breakfast is eaten at night.
      ____________________________
    16. People wake up and go back to sleep.
      ____________________________
    17. Rooms are cleaned to make them not tidy.
      ____________________________
    18. A smile means a person cries.
      ____________________________
    19. Polite people talk nicely.
      ____________________________
    20. Practice time is the time to practice.
      ____________________________

    ————————————–

    Correct version:


    1. Breakfast is eaten in the morning.
      Yes, it is.
    2. People wake up in the night.
      No, they don’t.
    3. A towel is used for drying your body.
      Yes, it is.
    4. Rooms are cleaned to make them tidy.
      Yes, they are.
    5. A smile shows a happy face.
      Yes, it does.
    6. Polite people talk loudly.
      No, they don’t.
    7. Lunchtime is the time to eat food.
      Yes, it is.
    8. Beds are practiced to be made correctly.
      Yes, they are.
    9. Kind people help other people.
      Yes, they do.
    10. Bags are carried to hold them.
      Yes, they are.
    11. Drinks are served to give them to someone.
      Yes, they are.
    12. Tidy means very dark.
      No, it doesn’t.
    13. Students study to learn more.
      Yes, they do.
    14. Visitors are welcomed by saying hello.
      Yes, they are.
    15. Breakfast is eaten at night.
      No, it isn’t.
    16. People wake up and go back to sleep.
      No, they don’t.
    17. Rooms are cleaned to make them not tidy.
      No, they aren’t.
    18. A smile means a person cries.
      No, it doesn’t.
    19. Polite people talk nicely.
      Yes, they do.
    20. Practice time is the time to practice.
      Yes, it is.

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    Correct the statements as shown:


    1. Breakfast is eaten at night.

      YOU WRITE:
      No, it isn’t. It is eaten in the morning.
    2. People wake up and go back to sleep.

      YOU WRITE:
      No, they don’t. They wake up and eat breakfast.
    3. A towel is used for cooking.
      ____________________________
    4. Rooms are cleaned to make them dirty.
      ____________________________
    5. Smile means a person cries.
      ____________________________
    6. Polite people talk loudly.
      ____________________________
    7. Lunchtime is a time to sleep.
      ____________________________
    8. Beds are practiced to sleep in them.
      ____________________________
    9. Be kind means to be angry.
      ____________________________
    10. Carry bags means to throw them away.
      ____________________________
    11. Drinks are served to cook food.
      ____________________________
    12. Study means to play games.
      ____________________________
    13. Visitors are welcomed by closing the door.
      ____________________________
    14. Tidy means very dark.
      ____________________________
    15. Practice time means time to watch TV.
      ____________________________
    16. Students study to sleep.
      ____________________________

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    Correct answers:


    1. Breakfast is eaten at night.
      No, it isn’t. It is eaten in the morning.
    2. People wake up and go back to sleep.
      No, they don’t. They wake up and eat breakfast.
    3. A towel is used for cooking.
      No, it isn’t. It is used for drying.
    4. Rooms are cleaned to make them dirty.
      No, they aren’t. They are cleaned to make them tidy.
    5. Smile means a person cries.
      No, it doesn’t. It means to show a happy face.
    6. Polite people talk loudly.
      No, they don’t. They talk nicely.
    7. Lunchtime is a time to sleep.
      No, it isn’t. It is time to eat.
    8. Beds are practiced to sleep in them.
      No, they aren’t. They are practiced to be made correctly.
    9. Be kind means to be angry.
      No, it doesn’t. It means to help people.
    10. Carry bags means to throw them away.
      No, it doesn’t. It means to hold bags.
    11. Drinks are served to cook food.
      No, they aren’t. They are served to give drinks.
    12. Study means to play games.
      No, it doesn’t. It means to learn more.
    13. Visitors are welcomed by closing the door.
      No, they aren’t. They are welcomed by saying hello.
    14. Tidy means very dark.
      No, it doesn’t. It means clean.
    15. Practice time means time to watch TV.
      No, it isn’t. It is time to practice.
    16. Students study to sleep.
      No, they don’t. They study to learn more.

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    Basics:

    Personal Pronounam / is / are
    Iam8 years old
    Youare8 years old
    Heis8 years old
    Sheis8 years old
    Itis8 years old
    Weare8 years old
    You (plural)are8 years old
    Theyare8 years old
    Personal Pronounam not / is not / are not
    Iam not8 years old
    Youare not8 years old
    Heis not8 years old
    Sheis not8 years old
    Itis not8 years old
    Weare not8 years old
    You (plural)are not8 years old
    Theyare not8 years old

    Question:

    Question WordPersonal Pronoun
    AmI8 years old?
    Areyou8 years old?
    Ishe8 years old?
    Isshe8 years old?
    Isit8 years old?
    Arewe8 years old?
    Areyou (plural)8 years old?
    Arethey8 years old?

    Statement:

    Personal PronounVerb
    Ilikeice cream
    Youlikeice cream
    Helikesice cream
    Shelikesice cream
    Itlikesice cream
    Welikeice cream
    You (plural)likeice cream
    Theylikeice cream

    Negation:

    Personal PronounVerb (negative)
    Ido not likeice cream
    Youdo not likeice cream
    Hedoes not likeice cream
    Shedoes not likeice cream
    Itdoes not likeice cream
    Wedo not likeice cream
    You (plural)do not likeice cream
    Theydo not likeice cream

    Question:

    Do / DoesPersonal PronounVerbSugar?
    DoIlikesugar?
    Doyoulikesugar?
    Doeshelikesugar?
    Doesshelikesugar?
    Doesitlikesugar?
    Dowelikesugar?
    Doyou (plural)likesugar?
    Dotheylikesugar?

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    Answer as shown:


    1. Breakfast is eaten at night or in the morning?

      YOU WRITE:
      Breakfast is eaten in the morning.
    2. Do people wake up and go back to sleep or have breakfast?

      YOU WRITE:
      People wake up and have breakfast.
    3. Is a towel used for cooking or for drying?
      ___________________________________
    4. Are rooms cleaned to make them dirty or tidy?
      ___________________________________
    5. Does a smile mean a person cries or shows a happy face?
      ___________________________________
    6. Do polite people talk loudly or talk nicely?
      ___________________________________
    7. Is lunchtime a time to sleep or to eat?
      ___________________________________
    8. Are beds practiced to sleep in them or to be made correctly?
      ___________________________________
    9. Does being kind mean to be angry or to help people?
      ___________________________________
    10. Does carry bags mean to throw them away or to hold them?
      ___________________________________
    11. Are drinks served to cook food or to give drinks?
      ___________________________________
    12. Does study mean to play games or to learn more?
      ___________________________________
    13. Are visitors welcomed by closing the door or by saying hello?
      ___________________________________
    14. Does tidy mean very dark or clean?
      ___________________________________
    15. Is practice time the time to watch TV or the time to practice?
      ___________________________________
    16. Do students study to sleep or to learn more?
      ___________________________________

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    Correct answers:


    1. Breakfast is eaten at night or in the morning?
      Breakfast is eaten in the morning.
    2. Do people wake up and go back to sleep or have breakfast?
      People wake up and have breakfast.
    3. Is a towel used for cooking or for drying?
      A towel is used for drying.
    4. Are rooms cleaned to make them dirty or tidy?
      Rooms are cleaned to make them tidy.
    5. Does a smile mean a person cries or shows a happy face?
      A smile shows a happy face.
    6. Do polite people talk loudly or talk nicely?
      Polite people talk nicely.
    7. Is lunchtime a time to sleep or to eat?
      Lunchtime is the time to eat.
    8. Are beds practiced to sleep in them or to be made correctly?
      Beds are practiced to be made correctly.
    9. Does being kind mean to be angry or to help people?
      Being kind means to help people.
    10. Does carry bags mean to throw them away or to hold them?
      Carry bags means to hold them.
    11. Are drinks served to cook food or to give drinks?
      Drinks are served to give drinks.
    12. Does study mean to play games or to learn more?
      Study means to learn more.
    13. Are visitors welcomed by closing the door or by saying hello?
      Visitors are welcomed by saying hello.
    14. Does tidy mean very dark or clean?
      Tidy means clean.
    15. Is practice time the time to watch TV or the time to practice?
      Practice time is the time to practice.
    16. Do students study to sleep or to learn more?
      Students study to learn more.

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    Form questions to which the word/s given is/are the answer:

    My brother wakes up at night.
    a) My brother:_______________________
    b) My: ______________________
    c) wakes up at night: ______________________
    d) at night: ______________________


    YOU WRITE:
    a) Who wakes up at night?
    b) Whose borther wakes up at night?
    c) What does he do?
    d) When does he wake up?


    1. My brother sleeps at night.
    a) My brother: ______________________
    b) My: ______________________
    c) sleeps at night: ______________________
    d) at night: ______________________

    2. I eat breakfast in the morning.
    a) I: ______________________
    b) eat breakfast in the morning: ______________________
    c) in the morning: ______________________

    3. She smiles at her friend.
    a) She: ______________________
    b) smiles at her friend: ______________________
    c) at her friend: ______________________
    d) her:___________________

    4. They carry bags to school.
    a) They: ______________________
    b) carry bags to school: ______________________
    c) to school: ______________________

    5. He speaks politely to the teacher.
    a) He: ______________________
    b) politely: ______________________
    c) speaks politely to the teacher: ______________________
    d) to the teacher: ______________________


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    Correct answers:

    1. My brother sleeps at night.
    a) My brother: Who sleeps at night?
    b) My: Whose brother sleeps at night?
    c) sleeps at night: What does my brother do at night?
    d) at night: When does my brother sleep?

    2. I eat breakfast in the morning.
    a) I: Who eats breakfast in the morning?
    b) eat breakfast in the morning: What do I do in the morning?
    c) in the morning: When do I eat breakfast?

    3. She smiles at her friend.
    a) She: Who smiles at her friend?
    b) smiles at her friend: What does she do?
    c) at her friend: Who does she smile at?
    d) her: Whose friend does she smile at?

    4. They carry bags to school.
    a) They: Who carries bags to school?
    b) carry bags to school: What do they do?
    c) to school: Where do they carry the bags?

    5. He speaks politely to the teacher.
    a) He: Who speaks politely to the teacher?
    b) politely: How does he speak to the teacher?
    c) speaks politely to the teacher: What does he do?
    d) to the teacher: Who does he speak politely to?


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    Interview with Anan – Beginner A1

    1. Q: What time do you wake up?
    A: I wake up at 6 o’clock.

    2. Q: What do you eat for breakfast?
    A: I eat bread and fruit.

    3. Q: Who do you see at the foundation?
    A: I see my teachers and friends.

    4. Q: Where do you study?
    A: I study in the classroom.

    5. Q: How do you go to class?
    A: I walk to class.

    6. Q: When do you practice making beds?
    A: I practice in the morning.

    7. Q: Why do you clean rooms?
    A: I clean rooms to keep them tidy.

    8. Q: Do you carry bags for visitors?
    A: Yes, I do.

    9. Q: Do you serve drinks?
    A: Yes, I do.

    10. Q: How do you speak to teachers?
    A: I speak politely.

    11. Q: What do you do at lunchtime?
    A: I eat my lunch.

    12. Q: Who do you smile at?
    A: I smile at visitors.

    13. Q: How often do you practice English?
    A: I practice every day.

    14. Q: Are you happy at the foundation?
    A: Yes, I am.


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    Interview with Anan – A1 Intermediate.
    Complete, words below:

    bags – politely – breakfast – meeting – classmates –
    eat – beds – every day – classroom –
    foundation – fruit – morning –
    good manners – during

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    1. Q: What time do you usually wake up at the foundation?
    A: I usually wake up at 6 o’clock, and then I get ready for __________.

    2. Q: What do you have for breakfast?
    A: I have bread, __________, and sometimes eggs.

    3. Q: Who do you see at the foundation in the morning?
    A: I see my teachers, _________, and friends from other classes.

    4. Q: Where do you study English and tourism?
    A: I study in the __________ and sometimes in the practice rooms.

    5. Q: How do you go to your classes?
    A: I walk to the classroom, and sometimes I help carry __________ for visitors.

    6. Q: When do you practice making beds and cleaning rooms?
    A: I practice in the __________ after breakfast and sometimes in the afternoon.

    7. Q: Why do you practice making __________ and cleaning rooms?
    A: I practice to learn good manners and to be ready for working in hotels.

    8. Q: Do you carry bags for visitors at the foundation?
    A: Yes, I do. I help visitors carry their bags when they come to the __________.

    9. Q: Do you serve drinks to visitors?
    A: Yes, I do. I serve water or juice __________ to all visitors.

    10. Q: How do you speak to your teachers and visitors?
    A: I speak politely and try to smile. I use __________.

    11. Q: What do you do at lunchtime?
    A: I __________ my lunch with my classmates, and sometimes we talk about our day.

    12. Q: Who do you smile at __________ the day?
    A: I smile at visitors, my teachers, and my friends.

    13. Q: How often do you practice English?
    A: I practice English __________ in class and sometimes after lunch.

    14. Q: Are you happy to study at the foundation?
    A: Yes, I am happy. I like learning new things and _________ new people.


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    Correct version:

    1. Q: What time do you usually wake up at the foundation?
    A: I usually wake up at 6 o’clock, and then I get ready for breakfast.

    2. Q: What do you have for breakfast?
    A: I have bread, fruit, and sometimes eggs.

    3. Q: Who do you see at the foundation in the morning?
    A: I see my teachers, classmates, and friends from other classes.

    4. Q: Where do you study English and tourism?
    A: I study in the classroom and sometimes in the practice rooms.

    5. Q: How do you go to your classes?
    A: I walk to the classroom, and sometimes I help carry bags for visitors.

    6. Q: When do you practice making beds and cleaning rooms?
    A: I practice in the morning after breakfast and sometimes in the afternoon.

    7. Q: Why do you practice making beds and cleaning rooms?
    A: I practice to learn good manners and to be ready for working in hotels.

    8. Q: Do you carry bags for visitors at the foundation?
    A: Yes, I do. I help visitors carry their bags when they come to the foundation.

    9. Q: Do you serve drinks to visitors?
    A: Yes, I do. I serve water or juice politely to all visitors.

    10. Q: How do you speak to your teachers and visitors?
    A: I speak politely and try to smile. I use good manners.

    11. Q: What do you do at lunchtime?
    A: I eat my lunch with my classmates, and sometimes we talk about our day.

    12. Q: Who do you smile at during the day?
    A: I smile at visitors, my teachers, and my friends.

    13. Q: How often do you practice English?
    A: I practice English every day in class and sometimes after lunch.

    14. Q: Are you happy to study at the foundation?
    A: Yes, I am happy. I like learning new things and meeting new people.


  • 🛶Bon Om Touk🛶 – Water Festival (A2, revised)

    It celebrates the end of the rainy season and the natural „reversal“ of the Tonle Sap River, which changes its flow direction.


    This year, the Floating Market and Boat-Riding Event will be held from 4 to 6 November 2025. It will take place around the Royal Residence Garden and along the Siem Reap River.

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    You work at the front desk of a ***** hotel in Siem Reap. A guest comes to you and asks you what Bon Om Touk is, and if being celebrated in November



    Bon Om Touk, also called the Cambodian Water Festival, is a lively and important festival in Cambodia. It celebrates the end of the rainy season and the natural „reversal“ of the Tonle Sap River, which changes its flow direction. This event is special because the Tonle Sap River is one of the few rivers in the world that flows both ways, and this reversal brings lots of fish to the region. Bon Om Touk is celebrated over three days in November, especially in the capital, Phnom Penh.

    During the festival, people gather to watch colorful boat races along the Tonle Sap River. Long boats, powered by teams of rowers, compete against each other, and thousands of people cheer them on. The races are the main highlight of Bon Om Touk and attract participants from all over Cambodia.

    At night, there are beautiful light displays, music, fireworks, and ceremonies. People light lanterns and float small boats with candles on the river to bring good luck. Bon Om Touk is not only a celebration of nature but also a way for Cambodians to honor their water, which is important for farming, fishing, and everyday life.

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    Vocabulary:

    • to celebrate – to be happy about an event and do something special
    • a reversal – a change to the opposite direction or way
    • a lively festival – a happy and active party with many people
    • to change direction – to go a different way
    • to gather – to come together in a group
    • a boat race – a competition where people row boats to see who is fastest
    • to compete against each other – to try to win against other people
    • to cheer somebody on – to shout and show support for someone
    • a highlight – the most important or exciting part of something
    • to attract – to make people want to come or see
    • a participant – a person who takes part in an activity or event
    • at night – in the dark time after the sun goes down
    • a light display – a show with lights to look at
    • a firework – an object that makes bright lights and loud sounds in the sky for celebrations
    • a ceremony – an event with special actions or traditions
    • to light lanterns – to put light inside small lamps or decorations
    • to float boats with candles – to put small boats with candles on the water so they move on it
    • good luck – success or happiness that happens by chance
    • to honor something – to show respect or importance for something

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    Multiple choice, one answer correct:


    1. Bon Om Touk is a very ______ festival in Cambodia.
      a) lively
      b) sleepy
      c) quiet
    2. People ______ to watch the boat races on the river.
      a) leave
      b) gather
      c) hide
    3. A boat race is when people ______ against each other.
      a) eat
      b) compete
      c) sleep
    4. Fans ______ their favourite rowers.
      a) forget
      b) push
      c) cheer on
    5. The festival is a way to ______ water in Cambodia.
      a) honor
      b) break
      c) lose
    6. A reversal happens when the river ______ its direction.
      a) falls
      b) changes
      c) stops
    7. Bon Om Touk is ______ in November.
      a) missed
      b) celebrated
      c) hidden
    8. Many people come to see the colourful ______ at night.
      a) chairs
      b) light displays
      c) walls
    9. People float small ______ on the river for good luck.
      a) stones
      b) boats with candles
      c) hats
    10. Candles are small sticks of ______.
      a) wood
      b) paper
      c) wax
    11. The boat races are the main ______ of the festival.
      a) highlight
      b) secret
      c) problem
    12. Water is very ______ for farming, fishing, and life.
      a) heavy
      b) important
      c) dirty
    13. Thousands of people come to watch and take part; they are called ______.
      a) animals
      b) participants
      c) workers
    14. Bon Om Touk is celebrated at night with music, fireworks, and ______.
      a) trees
      b) houses
      c) ceremonies
    15. The river is one of the few rivers in the world that can flow both ways, it is very ______.
      a) special
      b) small
      c) fast

    ************************************

    Answers:
    1a, 2b, 3b, 4c, 5a, 6b,
    7b, 8b, 9b, 10c, 11a,
    12b, 13b, 14c, 15a


    ************************************

    Correct version:


    1. Bon Om Touk is a very lively festival in Cambodia.
    2. People gather to watch the boat races on the river.
    3. A boat race is when people compete against each other.
    4. Fans cheer on their favourite rowers.
    5. The festival is a way to honor water in Cambodia.
    6. A reversal happens when the river changes its direction.
    7. Bon Om Touk is celebrated in November.
    8. Many people come to see the colourful light displays at night.
    9. People float small boats with candles on the river for good luck.
    10. Candles are small sticks of wax.
    11. The boat races are the main highlight of the festival.
    12. Water is very important for farming, fishing, and life.
    13. Thousands of people come to watch and take part; they are called participants.
    14. Bon Om Touk is celebrated at night with music, fireworks, and ceremonies.
    15. The river is very special because it can flow both ways.

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    Find the following words in the text:

    • ________Very valuable or needed; something that matters a lot.
    • ________A stick of wax that you light to make a small flame and give light.
    • _______ People who join in or take part in something.
    • ________ To clap, shout, or show happiness and support for someone.
    • _________ To come together in one place.
    • __________ When something changes direction and goes the opposite way.
    • _________ Full of energy, activity, and excitement.

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    Correct answers:

    • Very valuable or needed; something that matters a lot.important
    • A stick of wax that you light to make a small flame and give light.candle
    • People who join in or take part in something.participants
    • To clap, shout, or show happiness and support for someone.cheer them on
    • To come together in one place.gather
    • When something changes direction and goes the opposite way.reversal
    • Full of energy, activity, and excitement.lively


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    More than 1 answer may be correct:

    1. **What is Bon Om Touk also known as?**
    – A) Cambodian Water Festival
    – B) Khmer Boat Festival
    – C) Cambodian New Year
    – D) River Reversal Festival

    2. **Why is Bon Om Touk celebrated?**
    – A) To honor Cambodia’s history
    – B) To celebrate the river’s reversal
    – C) To mark the end of the rainy season
    – D) To celebrate the Cambodian New Year

    3. **How long does Bon Om Touk last?**
    – A) One day
    – B) Three days
    – C) Five days
    – D) A week

    4. **Where is Bon Om Touk mainly celebrated?**
    – A) Angkor Wat
    – B) Phnom Penh
    – C) Siem Reap
    – D) Tonle Sap Lake

    5. **Which of the following activities are part of Bon Om Touk?**
    – A) Boat races
    – B) Lantern lighting
    – C) Fireworks displays
    – D) Harvest ceremonies

    6. **What does the river reversal bring to Cambodia?**
    – A) More rainfall
    – B) Large numbers of fish
    – C) New plant species
    – D) Fresh water for farming

    7. **Who participates in the boat races?**
    – A) Rowers from all over Cambodia
    – B) Only locals from Phnom Penh
    – C) International participants
    – D) Tourists visiting Cambodia

    8. **What types of boats are used in the races?**
    – A) Long boats with teams of rowers
    – B) Fishing boats
    – C) Wooden canoes
    – D) Motorized boats

    9. **Which of the following best describes the festival atmosphere?**
    – A) Quiet and reflective
    – B) Lively and energetic
    – C) Peaceful and silent
    – D) Joyful and celebratory

    10. **What time of year does Bon Om Touk take place?**
    – A) During the rainy season
    – B) At the end of the rainy season
    – C) In November
    – D) In April

    11. **How do people show good luck during Bon Om Touk?**
    – A) By floating small boats with candles
    – B) By attending prayer ceremonies
    – C) By dancing around the river
    – D) By wearing traditional clothing

    12. **Why is Bon Om Touk significant to Cambodians?**
    – A) It honors water, essential for life
    – B) It attracts international tourists
    – C) It celebrates the river that helps with farming and fishing
    – D) It marks the start of the dry season

    *****************************************
    Correct answers:

    1. What is Bon Om Touk also known as?
      A) Cambodian Water Festival ✅ (Text says: “also called the Cambodian Water Festival”)
    2. Why is Bon Om Touk celebrated?
      B) To celebrate the river’s reversal ✅ (“…the natural ‘reversal’ of the Tonle Sap River”)
      C) To mark the end of the rainy season ✅ (“It celebrates the end of the rainy season…”)
    3. How long does Bon Om Touk last?
      B) Three days ✅ (“Bon Om Touk is celebrated over three days in November”)
    4. Where is Bon Om Touk mainly celebrated?
      B) Phnom Penh ✅ (“especially in the capital, Phnom Penh”)
    5. Which of the following activities are part of Bon Om Touk?
      A) Boat races ✅ (“people gather to watch colorful boat races”)
      B) Lantern lighting ✅ (“People light lanterns…”)
      C) Fireworks displays ✅ (“…music, fireworks, and ceremonies”)
    6. What does the river reversal bring to Cambodia?
      B) Large numbers of fish ✅ (“…this reversal brings lots of fish to the region”)
    7. Who participates in the boat races?
      A) Rowers from all over Cambodia ✅ (“…attract participants from all over Cambodia”)
    8. What types of boats are used in the races?
      A) Long boats with teams of rowers ✅ (“Long boats, powered by teams of rowers…”)
    9. Which of the following best describes the festival atmosphere?
      B) Lively and energetic ✅ (“…is a lively and important festival…”)
    10. What time of year does Bon Om Touk take place?
      C) In November ✅ (“Bon Om Touk is celebrated over three days in November…”)
    11. How do people show good luck during Bon Om Touk?
      A) By floating small boats with candles ✅ (“…float small boats with candles on the river to bring good luck”)
    12. Why is Bon Om Touk significant to Cambodians?
      A) It honors water, which is important for farming, fishing, and everyday life ✅ (“…a way for Cambodians to honor their water, which is important for farming, fishing, and everyday life”)

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    True or false:


    1. People gather to watch colorful boat races along the Tonle Sap River.
    2. The festival celebrates the beginning of the rainy season.
    3. Bon Om Touk is celebrated over three days in November.
    4. People float small boats with candles on the river to bring bad luck.
    5. Bon Om Touk is only celebrated in Siem Reap.
    6. The Tonle Sap River changes its flow direction naturally.
    7. The boat races are powered by teams of rowers.
    8. Water is important for farming, fishing, and everyday life in Cambodia.
    9. Bon Om Touk is a lively and important festival in Cambodia.
    10. Thousands of people cheer the rowers on during the races.
    11. Bon Om Touk is celebrated over five days.
    12. At night, there are music, fireworks, and ceremonies.
    13. The festival does not celebrate nature in any way.
    14. Bon Om Touk brings lots of fish to the region.

    _________________________
    True:
    1,3,6,7,8,9,10,12,14
    _________________________

    Correct version:


    1. People gather to watch colorful boat races along the Tonle Sap River.
    2. The festival celebrates the beginning of the rainy season. True is: To celebrate the end of the rainy season
    3. Bon Om Touk is celebrated over three days in November.
    4. People float small boats with candles on the river to bring bad luck. True is: to bring good luck
    5. Bon Om Touk is only celebrated in Siem Reap. True is: especially in Phnom Penh
    6. The Tonle Sap River changes its flow direction naturally.
    7. The boat races are powered by teams of rowers.
    8. Water is important for farming, fishing, and everyday life in Cambodia.
    9. Bon Om Touk is a lively and important festival in Cambodia.
    10. Thousands of people cheer the rowers on during the races.
    11. Bon Om Touk is celebrated over five days. True is: over three days
    12. At night, there are music, fireworks, and ceremonies.
    13. The festival does not celebrate nature in any way. True is: It is a celebration of nature
    14. Bon Om Touk brings lots of fish to the region.

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    Dialogue:


    Anna: Hello! Can you tell me about Bon Om Touk?

    Sophea: Yes, of course! It is the Cambodian Water Festival.

    Anna: When do you celebrate it?

    Sophea: We celebrate it in November.

    Anna: How long does the festival last?

    Sophea: It lasts for three days.

    Anna: Where do people celebrate it?

    Sophea: People celebrate it especially in Phnom Penh.

    Anna: Why do you celebrate Bon Om Touk?

    Sophea: We celebrate the end of the rainy season and the river reversal.

    Anna: What is special about the Tonle Sap River?

    Sophea: The river flows both ways.

    Anna: What happens during the boat races?

    Sophea: Teams of rowers compete against each other.

    Anna: Do many people watch the boat races?

    Sophea: Yes, thousands of people watch and cheer.

    Anna: What else happens at night during the festival?

    Sophea: There are music, fireworks, and ceremonies.

    Anna: Do people use lanterns?

    Sophea: Yes, people light lanterns and float small boats with candles.

    Anna: Why do they float the boats with candles?

    Sophea: They do it to bring good luck.

    Anna: Is Bon Om Touk only about fun?

    Sophea: No, it also honors water and nature, which are very important in Cambodia.


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    Complete, words below:

    honors – changes – displays – compete –
    participants – highlight – lively –
    special – gather –
    reversal –
    candles

    ____________________________

    Bon Om Touk, also called the Cambodian Water Festival, is a __________ festival in Cambodia.
    People __________in Phnom Penh to celebrate the end of the rainy season and the natural __________ of the Tonle Sap River.
    The river __________ direction, bringing lots of fish to the region.
    The main __________ is the boat race, where long boats __________ against each other.
    Thousands of people cheer the __________ on.
    At night, there are light __________, fireworks, and ceremonies.
    People light lanterns and float boats with -_________on the river for good luck.
    Bon Om Touk __________water, which is important for farming, fishing, and everyday life in Cambodia.
    The festival is a very __________ and lively event.

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    Full version:


    Bon Om Touk, also called the Cambodian Water Festival, is a lively festival in Cambodia.
    People gather in Phnom Penh to celebrate the end of the rainy season and the natural reversal of the Tonle Sap River.
    The river changes direction, bringing lots of fish to the region.
    The main highlight is the boat race, where long boats compete against each other.
    Thousands of people cheer the participants on.
    At night, there are light displays, fireworks, and ceremonies.
    People light lanterns and float boats with candles on the river for good luck.
    Bon Om Touk honors water, which is important for farming, fishing, and everyday life in Cambodia.
    The festival is a very special and lively event.

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    Which phrase are we looking for? First, find words in text!

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    BONUS dialogue:

    Interview with the Organizer of Bon Om Touk (Cambodian Water Festival)

    1. Interviewer: Hello! Can you tell me what Bon Om Touk is?
    Organizer: Hello! Yes, Bon Om Touk is the Cambodian Water Festival. It celebrates the end of the rainy season and the reversal of the Tonle Sap River.

    2. Interviewer: Why is this river special?
    Organizer: The Tonle Sap River is very special because it flows in two directions. When it changes direction, many fish come to the region.

    3. Interviewer: When do people celebrate Bon Om Touk?
    Organizer: We celebrate it for three days in November every year.

    4. Interviewer: Where is the biggest celebration?
    Organizer: The biggest celebration is in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia.

    5. Interviewer: What is the main highlight of the festival?
    Organizer: The main highlight is the colorful boat races on the Tonle Sap River.

    6. Interviewer: Who takes part in the boat races?
    Organizer: Many teams from all over Cambodia join the races. Each team has many rowers in a long boat.

    7. Interviewer: What do people do during the day?
    Organizer: People watch the boat races, cheer for their teams, and enjoy the lively atmosphere.

    8. Interviewer: What happens at night?
    Organizer: At night, there are light displays, music, fireworks, and beautiful ceremonies.

    9. Interviewer: What do people put on the river at night?
    Organizer: They float small boats with candles and lanterns on the river for good luck.

    10. Interviewer: Why do people light lanterns?
    Organizer: It is a way to bring good fortune and to thank the water for giving life.

    11. Interviewer: How does the festival help the community?
    Organizer: It brings people together, helps local businesses, and celebrates our culture.

    ———-end of audiofile 1———-

    12. Interviewer: Is Bon Om Touk only for Cambodians?
    Organizer: No, everyone is welcome! Many tourists come to enjoy the festival too.

    13. Interviewer: What does this festival mean to you?
    Organizer: For me, it means happiness, unity, and respect for nature and water.

    14. Interviewer: What would you like visitors to remember about Bon Om Touk?
    Organizer: I want them to remember the joy, the colorful boats, and how important water is for our life and our country.

  • ☎📶📳Front desk telephone communication📞📱 (A2)

    • Professional handling of different guest types



    🏨 Front Desk Telephone Communication

    Booking Calls for Different Guest Types —
    Business,
    Honeymoon, and
    Family Guests


    1. Business Guest – Mr. Anderson

    Situation:
    A businessman calls to book a quiet room for one week. He needs a good desk, fast Wi-Fi, and airport transfer.


    Front Desk Agent (FDA):
    Good afternoon, Royal Orchid Grand Hotel. This is Anna speaking. How can I help you?

    Guest (Mr. Anderson):
    Hello, Anna. My name is John Anderson. I will come to your city next week for business. I would like to book a room for seven nights.

    FDA:
    Of course, Mr. Anderson. May I know your check-in and check-out dates, please?

    Guest:
    Yes, I will arrive on Monday, the 10th, and check out on Monday, the 17th.

    FDA:
    Thank you, sir. We have two room types available for you:

    • Deluxe Room – 120 USD per night, including breakfast.
    • Executive Suite – 180 USD per night, including breakfast, access to our Executive Lounge, and one free piece of laundry per day.

    Guest:
    I will take the Executive Suite. I need a quiet room and a good desk for work.

    FDA:
    That is a great choice. The Executive Suite is on a high floor, very quiet, and has a big working desk, strong Wi-Fi, and free coffee and tea in the room.

    Guest:
    Excellent. Do you have airport transfer? My flight arrives at 8:30 in the morning.

    FDA:
    Yes, we do. We can send our private hotel car to pick you up at the airport. The transfer costs 25 USD one way. Would you like me to arrange it for you?

    Guest:
    Yes, please.

    FDA:
    Perfect. So, your booking is for one Executive Suite, from October 10th to 17th, for 7 nights, total 1,260 USD, including breakfast, lounge access, and daily laundry.
    I will send you a confirmation email with all the details.

    Guest:
    That sounds very good, thank you. I will reply to confirm.

    FDA:
    Thank you, Mr. Anderson. We look forward to welcoming you soon. Have a wonderful day!

    Booking confirmed later by email.

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    2. Honeymoon Couple – Mr. and Mrs. Rivera

    Situation:
    A couple calls to book their honeymoon stay. They want something romantic, with special services and a nice view.


    FDA:
    Good evening, Royal Orchid Grand Hotel. This is Daniel speaking. How can I help you?

    Guest (Mrs. Rivera):
    Hello, Daniel. My name is Maria Rivera. My husband and I are coming for our honeymoon next month. We would like to stay for one week.

    FDA:
    Congratulations, Mrs. Rivera! That is wonderful. When will you arrive?

    Guest:
    We will arrive on November 8th and stay until November 15th.

    FDA:
    Perfect. We have a Honeymoon Package for couples like you. It includes:

    • A Honeymoon Suite with river view and balcony
    • Fresh flowers and a fruit basket in the room
    • Daily breakfast in bed
    • One romantic candlelight dinner by the pool
    • A 60-minute couple’s spa massage

    The price is 220 USD per night, so for seven nights it will be 1,540 USD, including all taxes and breakfast.

    Guest:
    That sounds lovely. Does the room have a bathtub?

    FDA:
    Yes, it does. The suite has a large bathtub, a king-size bed, and a private balcony with a beautiful view of the river.

    Guest:
    Wonderful! Can we check in early if our flight arrives at 9:00 AM?

    FDA:
    Yes, we can arrange early check-in for you. It is free if the room is ready. If not, you can relax in our lounge and enjoy coffee or tea while waiting.

    Guest:
    That’s perfect. Please send me all the information and total price by email.

    FDA:
    Of course, Mrs. Rivera. I will send you the full Honeymoon Package details and the booking form right away. You can reply to confirm.

    Guest:
    Thank you so much, Daniel. You are very kind.

    FDA:
    You’re welcome, Mrs. Rivera. We look forward to making your honeymoon a wonderful and romantic experience.

    Booking confirmed via email later that evening.


    3. Family with Two Children – Mr. Tan

    Situation:
    A family with two children calls to book a one-week stay. They need a family-friendly room and facilities for kids.


    FDA:
    Good morning, Royal Orchid Grand Hotel. This is Lisa speaking. How can I help you?

    Guest (Mr. Tan):
    Hello, Lisa. My name is David Tan. My wife and I are traveling with our two children, aged 3 and 12. We would like to stay for one week next month.

    FDA:
    That’s great, Mr. Tan. May I have your dates, please?

    Guest:
    We will arrive on December 2nd and stay until December 9th.

    FDA:
    Thank you. We have a Family Suite that will be perfect for you. It has:

    • One master bedroom with a king bed
    • A small room with two single beds for the children
    • A kitchenette with fridge and microwave
    • Two bathrooms

    The price is 190 USD per night, including breakfast for two adults and two children.

    Guest:
    That sounds very good. Do you have things for children to do in the hotel?

    FDA:
    Yes, we do! We have a Kids’ Club with games and art activities, a children’s pool with a slide, and a babysitting service if you need it. Babysitting costs 10 USD per hour.

    Guest:
    Perfect. Our small child needs a baby cot for sleeping.

    FDA:
    No problem. We can put a baby cot in your room for free.

    Guest:
    Thank you. Can you also arrange airport transfer?

    FDA:
    Yes, of course. We can send a private van with two child seats. The price is 30 USD each way.

    Guest:
    That’s great. Please send me all the details by email so I can talk with my wife.

    FDA:
    I will do that right away, Mr. Tan. You will receive your booking offer in a few minutes, with photos of the Family Suite and all inclusions.

    Guest:
    Thank you, Lisa. You have been very helpful.

    FDA:
    It’s my pleasure, Mr. Tan. We are happy to welcome your family soon!

    Booking confirmed later by email.

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    💬 Training Notes for Staff (A2 Level)

    Guest TypeToneFocusWhat to OfferTip
    Business GuestPolite, formalWork comfort, Wi-Fi, transferQuiet room, fast internet, car serviceSpeak clearly and confirm prices
    Honeymoon CoupleWarm, kindRomance, privacyFlowers, dinner, spaCongratulate them warmly
    Family GuestFriendly, caringSpace, kids’ facilitiesFamily room, kids’ club, cotSound caring and helpful

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  • 🙌👍Staff at front desk and guests; dialogues: guests checking out, part 3/3👍🙌(A2, text only)

    • how to…………………


    1. Guest Had a Great Stay, Gives Positive Feedback, Wants to Return Again

    Receptionist: Good morning, sir. Are you checking out today?
    Guest: Yes, I am. I had a wonderful stay, thank you.
    Receptionist: That’s great to hear! May I have your room number, please?
    Guest: It’s room 504.
    Receptionist: Thank you very much. How was everything during your stay?
    Guest: Everything was perfect. The room was clean, and the staff were so friendly.
    Receptionist: We are very happy to know that. Did you enjoy the view from your room?
    Guest: Yes, it was amazing — I could see the river and the city lights.
    Receptionist: That’s lovely. Did you also use our spa or restaurant during your stay?
    Guest: Yes, I tried the spa. It was very relaxing.
    Receptionist: Wonderful. Would you like me to share your feedback with the spa manager?
    Guest: Yes, please. They did a great job.
    Receptionist: Thank you, sir. Would you like to keep the same type of room for your next visit?
    Guest: Yes, I would like to come back in December and stay in the same room.
    Receptionist: Certainly. Would you like me to make a note for our reservations team?
    Guest: Yes, please do that.
    Receptionist: Of course. Would you prefer to book now or later by email?
    Guest: I’ll book later by email.
    Receptionist: Perfect. Here is your receipt, and thank you again for staying with us.
    Guest: Thank you. I really enjoyed my time here. I’ll definitely come back.
    Receptionist: We look forward to welcoming you again, sir. Have a safe trip home!


    2. Guest Liked the Stay, Small Complaint About Air Conditioning (Fixed), Will Write Review

    Receptionist: Good morning, ma’am. Are you checking out today?
    Guest: Yes, I am. Everything was nice, thank you.
    Receptionist: That’s good to hear. May I have your room number, please?
    Guest: Room 712.
    Receptionist: Thank you. Did you enjoy your stay with us?
    Guest: Yes, I did, but on the first night the air condition didn’t work well.
    Receptionist: Oh, I’m very sorry about that. Was it fixed after you reported it?
    Guest: Yes, your engineer came very quickly and fixed it. After that it was fine.
    Receptionist: I’m happy to hear that our team could solve the problem quickly.
    Guest: Yes, they were very polite and helpful.
    Receptionist: Thank you for saying that. Would you like me to share your comment with our maintenance team?
    Guest: Yes, please. They deserve it.
    Receptionist: Of course. Did you have time to enjoy our pool or restaurant?
    Guest: Yes, I had breakfast every morning. The buffet was very good.
    Receptionist: Wonderful! Would you like to leave a review on our website or TripAdvisor?
    Guest: Yes, I plan to write one when I get home.
    Receptionist: That’s great. We really appreciate your feedback, ma’am.
    Guest: Thank you. I had a good stay and would come again next time.
    Receptionist: We’re happy to hear that. Here’s your bill — would you like a printed or email copy?
    Guest: An email copy, please.
    Receptionist: Certainly. May I confirm your email address?
    Guest: It’s ax.martin@ggail.com.
    Receptionist: Thank you, Ms. Martin. Your bill has been sent. We hope to see you again soon!
    Guest: Thank you, goodbye!
    Receptionist: Goodbye, and have a pleasant journey!


    3. Guest Had Loud Neighbors, Staff Tried to Help, But Problem Continued

    Receptionist: Good morning, sir. Are you checking out today?
    Guest: Yes, I am. I liked the hotel, but I had some problems during the stay.
    Receptionist: I’m very sorry to hear that, sir. May I know what happened?
    Guest: My neighbors were very loud every night. I called the front desk twice, and the staff came, but it didn’t really help.
    Receptionist: I’m truly sorry for that. May I ask which room you were in?
    Guest: Room 818.
    Receptionist: Thank you. I remember your call, sir. The duty manager did speak to the guests next door, but I understand it continued.
    Guest: Yes, it was still noisy after midnight. I couldn’t sleep well.
    Receptionist: I apologize for the inconvenience. We should have offered you another room.
    Guest: Yes, that’s what I would have preferred — a quiet room.
    Receptionist: I completely understand. Would you allow me to offer you something to make up for this?
    Guest: What do you mean?
    Receptionist: We would like to offer you a 20% discount on your stay, or a complimentary night on your next visit.
    Guest: That’s very kind of you. I’ll take the discount, please.
    Receptionist: Of course. I will adjust your bill right now. Would you like me to send the final bill to your email?
    Guest: Yes, please.
    Receptionist: Certainly. May I confirm your email address?
    Guest: It’s james.walker@hotmail.com.
    Receptionist: Thank you, Mr. Walker. I’ve applied the discount and sent the email.
    Guest: Thank you. I appreciate your help.
    Receptionist: We’re very sorry again for the noise, sir. We hope you’ll give us another chance next time.
    Guest: Yes, I think I will. I liked everything else here.
    Receptionist: Thank you, sir. We’ll make sure you get a quiet room next time. Have a safe trip home!


  • 🙌👍Staff at front desk and guests; dialogues: three complaints, part 2/3👍🙌(A2, text only)

    • how to………………………


    1. Complaint About Loud Neighbors

    Guest: Good evening. I’m sorry to bother you, but my neighbors are very loud.
    Receptionist: I’m very sorry to hear that, sir. May I have your room number, please?
    Guest: It’s room 623.
    Receptionist: Thank you. Since what time have they been noisy?
    Guest: They started around 10 p.m., and they are still talking and laughing loudly.
    Receptionist: I understand. Is the noise coming from the next room or upstairs?
    Guest: From the next room, I think.
    Receptionist: I see. Did you try calling the front desk earlier?
    Guest: No, this is my first time reporting it.
    Receptionist: Thank you for letting us know. Would you like me to call their room and ask them to be quiet?
    Guest: Yes, please.
    Receptionist: Would you prefer that I also send our security to check the situation?
    Guest: That might be good if they don’t stop.
    Receptionist: Certainly. Would you like me to call you back after I talk to them?
    Guest: Yes, I would appreciate that.
    Receptionist: No problem. If the noise continues, would you like to change to another room tonight?
    Guest: Only if it stays very loud.
    Receptionist: Understood. May I call you in about ten minutes to update you?
    Guest: Yes, please do.
    Receptionist: Thank you, sir. I’ll take care of it right away and make sure you can rest peacefully.


    2. Complaint About Food in the Restaurant

    Guest: Hello. I’d like to talk about my dinner last night at the hotel restaurant.
    Receptionist: Of course, ma’am. I’m sorry to hear there was a problem. May I know what happened?
    Guest: The chicken I ordered was cold and not cooked well.
    Receptionist: I’m very sorry about that. May I ask which restaurant you dined in?
    Guest: The Golden Lotus Restaurant, around 8 p.m.
    Receptionist: Thank you. Did you tell the waiter about the problem at that time?
    Guest: Yes, I did, but he just said, “I’ll check,” and never came back.
    Receptionist: Oh, I understand. That’s not the service we want to provide. Did you finish the meal, or did you leave it?
    Guest: I didn’t eat much. It didn’t taste good.
    Receptionist: I’m very sorry again. Would you like me to inform the restaurant manager about this?
    Guest: Yes, please.
    Receptionist: Would you like him to contact you directly in your room?
    Guest: That would be fine.
    Receptionist: May I confirm your room number, please?
    Guest: Room 410.
    Receptionist: Thank you. Would you prefer a refund or perhaps a complimentary dinner tonight?
    Guest: A new dinner would be nice, thank you.
    Receptionist: Certainly. Would you like to dine at the same restaurant or try our rooftop restaurant instead?
    Guest: I’d like to try the rooftop one.
    Receptionist: Excellent choice. Would 7 p.m. be a good time for your dinner?
    Guest: Yes, that’s perfect.
    Receptionist: Wonderful, ma’am. I’ll reserve a nice table and make sure everything is perfect for you this time.


    3. Complaint About Bad Service at the Pool

    Guest: Hello, good afternoon. I’d like to talk about the service at the pool today.
    Receptionist: Of course, sir. I’m very sorry to hear that. Could you tell me what happened?
    Guest: I waited more than 30 minutes for someone to bring me a towel, and nobody came.
    Receptionist: I’m sorry for that delay. May I ask what time this happened?
    Guest: Around 2 p.m. today.
    Receptionist: Thank you. Did you speak with one of our pool attendants?
    Guest: Yes, I asked a young man, but he just said, “Please wait a moment,” and then disappeared.
    Receptionist: I see. That is not acceptable. May I ask if you also ordered any drinks or food at the pool?
    Guest: Yes, I ordered a juice, but it came after 40 minutes.
    Receptionist: I understand. That must have been frustrating. Did you notice the attendant’s name by any chance?
    Guest: No, I didn’t.
    Receptionist: That’s okay. Would you like me to inform the pool manager about this?
    Guest: Yes, please do.
    Receptionist: Would you like the manager to call you in your room to apologize personally?
    Guest: Yes, that would be fine.
    Receptionist: May I confirm your room number?
    Guest: Room 215.
    Receptionist: Thank you, sir. Would you like us to send you a complimentary fruit plate or drink to your room as an apology?
    Guest: That’s very kind of you, thank you.
    Receptionist: My pleasure. Would you prefer juice or sparkling water?
    Guest: Sparkling water, please.
    Receptionist: Certainly. I’ll arrange that right away and make sure the pool team improves their service.


  • 🙌👍Staff at front desk and guests; dialogues, complaint, request, information, part 1/3👍🙌(A2, text only)

    • how to………………

    1. Complaint about the air condition in the room

    Guest: Good morning. I have a small problem in my room.
    Receptionist: Good morning, sir. I’m sorry to hear that. May I have your room number, please?
    Guest: Yes, it’s room 1024.
    Receptionist: Thank you. What seems to be the problem?
    Guest: The air conditioning is not working properly. It’s very warm in the room.
    Receptionist: I see. Since when have you noticed this problem?
    Guest: It started last night. I thought it was just slow, but it never got cold.
    Receptionist: Did you try to change the temperature or fan speed on the remote control?
    Guest: Yes, I tried both, but it didn’t help.
    Receptionist: Is the air conditioner making any sound, or is it completely off?
    Guest: It makes a sound, but only warm air comes out.
    Receptionist: I understand. Would you like me to send our engineer to check it now?
    Guest: Yes, please. That would be good.
    Receptionist: Would you prefer him to come while you are in the room or while you are out?
    Guest: Maybe while I’m out. I’m going for breakfast soon.
    Receptionist: That’s perfect. Around what time will you return to your room?
    Guest: Around 10 a.m., I think.
    Receptionist: Thank you. I’ll ask the engineer to fix it before 10 a.m. Would you like me to inform you once it’s done?
    Guest: Yes, please call me when it’s ready.
    Receptionist: Of course, sir. In the meantime, would you like us to provide a fan or move you to another room if it’s not fixed soon?
    Guest: A fan will be fine for now.
    Receptionist: Very well. I’ll send a fan to your room immediately. Thank you for your patience, sir.


    2. Request for information on visiting a famous temple

    Guest: Hello, good afternoon. I’d like some information about visiting the Royal Temple.
    Receptionist: Good afternoon, ma’am. Of course. Do you mean the Royal Temple on the river, near the old city?
    Guest: Yes, that’s the one. I heard it’s very beautiful.
    Receptionist: It really is. Would you like to visit today or tomorrow morning?
    Guest: Maybe tomorrow morning. Is that a good time?
    Receptionist: Yes, morning is the best. It’s cooler and less crowded. Would you like to go by taxi or tuk-tuk?
    Guest: Which one do you recommend?
    Receptionist: A taxi is more comfortable, especially in the heat. The trip takes about 25 minutes. Would you like me to arrange a taxi for you?
    Guest: Yes, please. How much does it cost?
    Receptionist: Around 250 baht one way. Would you like a return trip as well?
    Guest: Yes, please. I’ll probably stay there about two hours.
    Receptionist: Perfect. Shall I book the taxi for 8:30 a.m.?
    Guest: That’s fine. What time does the temple open?
    Receptionist: It opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. Please note that you need to cover your shoulders and knees.
    Guest: Oh, thank you for telling me. Can I buy a scarf there?
    Receptionist: Yes, there are small shops near the entrance. Would you like me to prepare a small temple guide map for you?
    Guest: That would be nice. Do they have guides at the temple too?
    Receptionist: Yes, there are local guides at the entrance who speak English. Would you like me to reserve one for you in advance?
    Guest: No, I’ll decide there. Thank you very much.
    Receptionist: You’re very welcome, ma’am. I’ll confirm the taxi for 8:30 a.m. and have the map ready for you.


    3. Guest needs information about the bill

    Guest: Good evening. I’m checking out tomorrow, and I’d like to see my bill, please.
    Receptionist: Good evening, sir. Of course. May I have your room number, please?
    Guest: Room 712.
    Receptionist: Thank you. Would you like me to print your bill or show it on the screen?
    Guest: Please print it. I’d like to check everything.
    Receptionist: Certainly. Here you are. Would you like me to go through the charges with you?
    Guest: Yes, please. There are a few things I don’t understand.
    Receptionist: Sure. Let’s see — here’s the room charge for three nights, and this one is for minibar items. Did you take anything from the minibar yesterday?
    Guest: Yes, I took a bottle of water and a small chocolate.
    Receptionist: Great, those are included here. And this laundry charge — two shirts and one pair of trousers, correct?
    Guest: Yes, that’s right. What about this restaurant charge?
    Receptionist: That’s from the dinner you had at our rooftop restaurant on Wednesday. Would you like me to print the restaurant receipt as well?
    Guest: Yes, please. I’d like to check it.
    Receptionist: Of course. Here it is. Do you see this line for beverages — two glasses of wine?
    Guest: Oh yes, now I remember. Are the taxes already included in the total?
    Receptionist: Yes, all taxes and service charges are included. Would you like to pay today or tomorrow morning?
    Guest: I think tomorrow, during check-out.
    Receptionist: Certainly. Would you like a copy of this bill sent to your email as well?
    Guest: Yes, please.
    Receptionist: May I confirm your email address, sir?
    Guest: Yes, it’s john.anderson@mail.com.
    Receptionist: Thank you very much, sir. I’ll send it right away. Please let us know if you have any questions before check-out.


  • 🖥🖲👨‍💻Digital technology in hotels and tourism 👨‍💻🖲🖥 (A1 intermediate/advanced, present simple, short answers)

    • how apps, social media, and websites make travel easy

    Digital Technology in Hotels and Tourism

    Digital technology is important for hotels and travel. People use apps, social media, and websites. These tools make work and travel easier.

    Apps help tourists find hotels, restaurants, and tours. People can see pictures, prices, and reviews. They can book rooms or tours with an app. Apps help staff too. Workers can check bookings, see free rooms, and send messages to guests.

    Social media is very useful. Hotels and travel companies use Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. They show photos and videos. Tourists see the posts and want to visit. Social media helps staff answer questions and help guests quickly.

    Online booking websites, like Booking.com, let tourists book hotels, flights, and tours. Staff need to know how to use computers, apps, and websites.

    Digital technology makes tourism easier. Young people who want to work in hotels or travel should learn apps, social media, and booking websites. These skills help them get good jobs.


    _____________________________

    Vocabulary:


    digital technology: machines, computers, or apps that use the internet or electronics.

    travel: to go to another city, country, or place.

    a tool: something you use to do a job or work.

    to make something easier: to help do something faster or with less effort.

    a tour: a trip to see places, often with a guide.

    a price: how much money you pay for something.

    a review: an opinion or comment about a hotel, restaurant, or tour.

    to book a room: to arrange and pay for a hotel room before you arrive.

    staff: people who work in a hotel, restaurant, or company.

    to check bookings: to look at the list of reservations or rooms that are already booked.

    to send a message: to write or send information to someone, for example by phone or computer.

    to be useful: to help do a job or make something easier.

    a company: a business that sells goods or services.

    to visit: to go to a place for a short time.

    to answer a question: to give information when someone asks something.

    quickly: to do something fast.

    online booking: booking a hotel, tour, or flight using the internet.

    staff need to know: workers must understand or learn something.

    a skill: the ability to do something well.

    to get somebody a good job: to help someone have work that is nice and pays well.


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    Multiple choice test, one answer correct:

    1. what is digital technology?
      a) machines, computers, apps
      b) a place to eat food
      c) a kind of car
    2. what does travel mean?
      a) to stay at home
      b) to go to another city
      c) to read a book
    3. what is a tool?
      a) something you use for work
      b) a kind of food
      c) a hotel
    4. what does it mean to make something easier?
      a) to play games with friends
      b) to help do a job fast
      c) to clean the floor
    5. what is a tour?
      a) a kind of smartphone
      b) a piece of furniture
      c) a trip to see places
    6. what is a price?
      a) a type of hotel
      b) how much money you pay
      c) a type of food
    7. what is a review?
      a) a type of bag
      b) a type of car
      c) an opinion about a hotel
    8. what does it mean to book a room?
      a) to cook food in a hotel
      b) to walk in the city
      c) to arrange and pay for a room
    9. who are staff?
      a) tourists who visit a hotel
      b) people who work in a hotel
      c) people who sleep in a hotel
    10. what does it mean to check bookings?
      a) to look at the list of bookings
      b) to eat breakfast
      c) to sleep in a hotel
    11. what does it mean to send a message?
      a) to write or send information
      b) to sleep in a hotel
      c) to buy food
    12. what does it mean to be useful?
      a) to help do a job
      b) to sing a song
      c) to watch TV
    13. what is a company?
      a) a kind of restaurant
      b) a type of hotel room
      c) a business that sells goods
    14. what does it mean to visit?
      a) to go to a place for a short time
      b) to stay home all day
      c) to cook food
    15. what does it mean to answer a question?
      a) to give information when someone asks
      b) to sleep in a hotel
      c) to write a song
    16. what does quickly mean?
      a) to do nothing
      b) to do something slowly
      c) to do something fast
    17. what is online booking?
      a) cleaning a hotel room
      b) booking a hotel, tour, or flight
      c) cooking food in a restaurant
    18. what does staff need to know?
      a) workers must sleep in hotels
      b) workers must understand or learn
      c) workers must eat food
    19. what is a skill?
      a) the ability to sleep well
      b) the ability to do something well
      c) the ability to read a book
      ————–end of audio————–
    20. what does it mean to get somebody a good job?
      a) to help someone cook food
      b) to help someone walk in
      c) to help someone have work that is nice

    _______________________
    Answers:
    1 A, 2 B, 3 A, 4 B, 5 C, 6 B, 7 C,
    8 C, 9 B, 10 A, 11 A, 12 A, 13 C, 14 A,
    15 A, 16 C, 17 B, 18 B, 19 B, 20 C

    _______________________

    Correct version:


    1. what is digital technology? – machines, computers, apps
    2. what does travel mean? – to go to another city
    3. what is a tool? – something you use for work
    4. what does it mean to make something easier? – to help do a job fast
    5. what is a tour? – a trip to see places
    6. what is a price? – how much money you pay
    7. what is a review? – an opinion about a hotel
    8. what does it mean to book a room? – to arrange and pay for a room
    9. who are staff? – people who work in a hotel
    10. what does it mean to check bookings? – to look at the list of bookings
    11. what does it mean to send a message? – to write or send information
    12. what does it mean to be useful? – to help do a job
    13. what is a company? – a business that sells goods
    14. what does it mean to visit? – to go to a place for a short time
    15. what does it mean to answer a question? – to give information when someone asks
    16. what does quickly mean? – to do something fast
    17. what is online booking? – booking a hotel, tour, or flight
    18. what does staff need to know? – workers must understand or learn
    19. what is a skill? – the ability to do something well
    20. what does it mean to get somebody a good job? – to help someone have work that is nice

    #################

    Gap-fill exercise:


    1. Many tourists use ______ to find hotels and tours.
      a) apps
      b) chairs
      c) food
    2. When people go to another city or country, it is called ______.
      a) cooking
      b) travel
      c) sleeping
    3. A hammer or a computer is an example of ______.
      a) something you use for work
      b) a car
      c) a bag
    4. Apps help workers ______ their jobs easier.
      a) to play games
      b) to make
      c) to sleep
    5. A ______ is a trip to see interesting places.
      a) a kind of smartphone
      b) a piece of furniture
      c) tour
    6. You look at the ______ to see how much you pay.
      a) bag
      b) price
      c) hotel
    7. A ______ is what people write about hotels or tours.
      a) box
      b) car
      c) review
    8. To ______ a room means you arrange and pay for it.
      a) cook
      b) clean
      c) book
    9. The people who work in hotels or restaurants are called ______.
      a) tourists
      b) staff
      c) visitors
    10. Workers must ______ to see which rooms are free.
      a) sleep
      b) check bookings
      c) cook food
    11. To ______ a friend means you send information to them.
      a) cook
      b) send a message
      c) sleep
    12. Something that helps you do a job is ______.
      a) boring
      b) useful
      c) heavy
    13. A ______ sells goods or services.
      a) bag
      b) chair
      c) company
    14. To ______ a place means to go there for a short time.
      a) stay
      b) visit
      c) cook
    15. When someone asks something, you ______.
      a) answer a question
      b) sleep
      c) run
    16. To do something fast is to do it ______.
      a) slowly
      b) carefully
      c) quickly
    17. Booking a hotel or flight on the internet is called ______.
      a) cooking
      b) online booking
      c) cleaning
    18. Workers must understand tools and apps. Staff ______ this.
      a) sleep
      b) play
      c) need to know
    19. The ability to do something well is a ______.
      a) bag
      b) skill
      c) chair
    20. To help someone get work that is nice and pays well is to ______.
      a) cook food
      b) sleep
      c) get somebody a good job

    —————————————

    Answers:
    1 A, 2 B, 3 A, 4 B, 5 C, 6 B, 7 C, 8 C,
    9 B, 10 B, 11 B, 12 B, 13 C, 14 B, 15 A,
    16 C, 17 B, 18 C, 19 B, 20 C


    _______________________

    Correct version:


    1. Many tourists use apps to find hotels and tours.
    2. When people go to another city or country, it is called travel.
    3. A hammer or a computer is an example of something you use for work.
    4. Apps help workers to make their jobs easier.
    5. A tour is a trip to see interesting places.
    6. You look at the price to see how much you pay.
    7. A review is what people write about hotels or tours.
    8. To book a room means you arrange and pay for it.
    9. The people who work in hotels or restaurants are called staff.
    10. Workers must check bookings to see which rooms are free.
    11. To send a message to a friend means you send information to them.
    12. Something that helps you do a job is useful.
    13. A company sells goods or services.
    14. To visit a place means to go there for a short time.
    15. When someone asks something, you answer a question.
    16. To do something fast is to do it quickly.
    17. Booking a hotel or flight on the internet is called online booking.
    18. Workers must understand tools and apps. Staff need to know this.
    19. The ability to do something well is a skill.
    20. To help someone get work that is nice and pays well is to get somebody a good job.

    ##’##############


    Match the word to its definition:

    Words:

    1. digital technology
    2. travel
    3. a tool
    4. to make something easier
    5. a tour
    6. a price
    7. a review
    8. to book a room
    9. staff
    10. to check bookings
    11. to send a message
    12. to be useful
    13. a company
    14. to visit
    15. to answer a question
    16. quickly
    17. online booking
    18. staff need to know
    19. a skill
    20. to get somebody a good job


    Definitions:

    a. to help someone have work that is nice and pays well
    b. people who work in a hotel, restaurant, or office
    c. to do something fast
    d. a trip to see places, often with a guide
    e. machines, computers, or apps that use the internet
    f. how much money you pay for something
    g. to give information when someone asks something
    h. to help do something faster or with less work
    i. the ability to do something well
    j. booking a hotel or flight using the internet
    k. to look at the list of reservations
    l. something that helps do work
    m. to go to another city or country
    n. an opinion about a hotel or restaurant
    o. to go to a place for a short time
    p. to help do a job or make something easier
    q. workers must understand or learn something
    r. to write or send information to someone
    s. a business that sells goods or services
    t. to arrange and pay for a hotel room before you arrive


    _______________________
    Answers:
    1 e, 2 m, 3 l, 4 h, 5 d, 6 f, 7 n, 8 t,
    9 b, 10 k, 11 r, 12 p, 13 s, 14 o,
    15 g, 16 c, 17 j, 18 q, 19 i, 20 a


    _______________________
    Correct version:


    1. digital technology – machines, computers, or apps that use the internet
    2. travel – to go to another city or country
    3. a tool – something that helps do work
    4. to make something easier – to help do something faster or with less work
    5. a tour – a trip to see places, often with a guide
    6. a price – how much money you pay for something
    7. a review – an opinion about a hotel or restaurant
    8. to book a room – to arrange and pay for a hotel room before you arrive
    9. staff – people who work in a hotel, restaurant, or office
    10. to check bookings – to look at the list of reservations
    11. to send a message – to write or send information to someone
    12. to be useful – to help do a job or make something easier
    13. a company – a business that sells goods or services
    14. to visit – to go to a place for a short time
    15. to answer a question – to give information when someone asks something
    16. quickly – to do something fast
    17. online booking – booking a hotel or flight using the internet
    18. staff need to know – workers must understand or learn something
    19. a skill – the ability to do something well
    20. to get somebody a good job – to help someone have work that is nice and pays well

    #################


    True or false statements:

    1. Many hotels use apps to help guests book rooms.
    2. Digital technology makes hotel work more difficult.
    3. Staff can use computers to check bookings quickly.
    4. Guests never use the internet to find hotels.
    5. Social media helps hotels show pictures and news.
    6. A review is a kind of food served in a hotel.
    7. People can book rooms online before they travel.
    8. Staff do not need to know about technology.
    9. Online booking is faster and easier for guests.
    10. A tool is something that helps people do work.
    11. Technology is not important in tourism today.
    12. Staff can send messages to guests using apps.
    13. A tour is a short visit to see a place.
    14. Digital tools are not useful in the hotel business.

    _______________________

    True: 1,3,5,7,9,10,12,13
    ________________________

    Correct version:


    1. Many hotels use apps to help guests book rooms.
    2. Digital technology makes hotel work more difficult.
      True is: Digital technology makes hotel work easier.
    3. Staff can use computers to check bookings quickly.
    4. Guests never use the internet to find hotels.
      True is: Guests often use the internet to find hotels.
    5. Social media helps hotels show pictures and news.
    6. A review is a kind of food served in a hotel.
      True is: A review is an opinion about a hotel or service.
    7. People can book rooms online before they travel.
    8. Staff do not need to know about technology.
      True is: Staff need to know about technology.
    9. Online booking is faster and easier for guests.
    10. A tool is something that helps people do work.
    11. Technology is not important in tourism today.
      True is: Technology is very important in tourism today.
    12. Staff can send messages to guests using apps.
    13. A tour is a short visit to see a place.
    14. Digital tools are not useful in the hotel business.
      True is: Digital tools are useful in the hotel business.

    #################

    Basics:

    Personal Pronounam / is / are
    Iam8 years old
    Youare8 years old
    Heis8 years old
    Sheis8 years old
    Itis8 years old
    Weare8 years old
    You (plural)are8 years old
    Theyare8 years old
    Personal Pronounam not / is not / are not
    Iam not8 years old
    Youare not8 years old
    Heis not8 years old
    Sheis not8 years old
    Itis not8 years old
    Weare not8 years old
    You (plural)are not8 years old
    Theyare not8 years old

    Question:

    Question WordPersonal Pronoun
    AmI8 years old?
    Areyou8 years old?
    Ishe8 years old?
    Isshe8 years old?
    Isit8 years old?
    Arewe8 years old?
    Areyou (plural)8 years old?
    Arethey8 years old?

    Statement:

    Personal PronounVerb
    Ilikeice cream
    Youlikeice cream
    Helikesice cream
    Shelikesice cream
    Itlikesice cream
    Welikeice cream
    You (plural)likeice cream
    Theylikeice cream

    Negation:

    Personal PronounVerb (negative)
    Ido not likeice cream
    Youdo not likeice cream
    Hedoes not likeice cream
    Shedoes not likeice cream
    Itdoes not likeice cream
    Wedo not likeice cream
    You (plural)do not likeice cream
    Theydo not likeice cream

    Question:

    Do / DoesPersonal PronounVerbSugar?
    DoIlikesugar?
    Doyoulikesugar?
    Doeshelikesugar?
    Doesshelikesugar?
    Doesitlikesugar?
    Dowelikesugar?
    Doyou (plural)likesugar?
    Dotheylikesugar?

    #####################

    Make the following sentences negative:


    1. Hotels use digital technology.

      YOU WRITE:
      Hotels do not use digital technology.

    2. Guests book rooms online.
      _____________________
    3. Apps help find hotels.
      _____________________
    4. Staff check bookings fast.
      _____________________
    5. Hotels post photos online.
      _____________________
    6. Guests write reviews online.
      _____________________
    7. Online booking saves time.
      _____________________
    8. Staff use digital tools.
      _____________________
    9. Hotels send messages to guests.
      _____________________
    10. Digital skills help get jobs.
      _____________________

    —————————————-
    Correct answers:


    1. Hotels don’t use digital technology.
    2. Guests don’t book rooms online.
    3. Apps don’t help find hotels.
    4. Staff don’t check bookings fast.
    5. Hotels don’t post photos online.
    6. Guests don’t write reviews online.
    7. Online booking doesn’t save time.
    8. Staff don’t use digital tools.
    9. Hotels don’t send messages to guests.
    10. Digital skills don’t help get jobs.

    #####################

    Rewrite the following statements as questions:


    1. Hotels use digital technology.

      YOU WRITE:
      Do hotels use digital technology?
    2. A guest books rooms online.
      ____________________________
    3. Apps help find hotels.
      ____________________________
    4. Staff check bookings fast.
      ____________________________
    5. A hotel posts photos online.
      ____________________________
    6. Guests write reviews online.
      ____________________________
    7. Online booking saves time.
      ____________________________
    8. Staff use digital tools.
      ____________________________
    9. The Star Hotel sends messages to guests.
      ____________________________
    10. Digital skills help get jobs.
      ____________________________

    ———————————————-
    Correct answers:


    1. Hotels use digital technology.
      Do hotels use digital technology?
    2. A guest books rooms online.
      Does a guest book rooms online?
    3. Apps help find hotels.
      Do apps help find hotels?
    4. Staff check bookings fast.
      Do staff check bookings fast?
    5. A hotel posts photos online.
      Does a hotel post photos online?
    6. Guests write reviews online.
      Do guests write reviews online?
    7. Online booking saves time.
      Does online booking save time?
    8. Staff use digital tools.
      Do staff use digital tools?
    9. The Star Hotel sends messages to guests.
      Does the Star Hotel send messages to guests?
    10. Digital skills help get jobs.
      Do digital skills help get jobs?

    #####################

    Short answers, basics:

    Example SentenceYesNo
    I learn the alphabet.Yes, I do.No, I don’t.
    You read signs.Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    He practices speaking.Yes, he does.No, he doesn’t.
    She watches cartoons.Yes, she does.No, she doesn’t.
    It helps us learn English.Yes, it does.No, it doesn’t.
    We use apps like Duolingo.Yes, we do.No, we don’t.
    You read labels.Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    They make mistakes sometimes.Yes, they do.No, they don’t.
    QuestionYesNo
    Do I learn the alphabet?Yes, I do.No, I don’t.
    Do you read signs?Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    Does he practice speaking?Yes, he does.No, he doesn’t.
    Does she watch cartoons?Yes, she does.No, she doesn’t.
    Does it help us learn English?Yes, it does.No, it doesn’t.
    Do we use apps like Duolingo?Yes, we do.No, we don’t.
    Do you read labels?Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    Do they make mistakes sometimes?Yes, they do.No, they don’t.
    QuestionYesNo
    Am I big?Yes, I am.No, I am not.
    Are you big?Yes, you are.No, you aren’t.
    Is he big?Yes, he is.No, he isn’t.
    Is she big?Yes, she is.No, she isn’t.
    Is it big?Yes, it is.No, it isn’t.
    Are we big?Yes, we are.No, we aren’t.
    Are you big?Yes, you are.No, you aren’t.
    Are they big?Yes, they are.No, they aren’t.

    ####################

    Short answers wanted:

    1. Do hotels use digital technology?

      YOU WRITE:
      Yes, they do.
    2. Are guests paying in cash at all hotels?
    3. Do staff use digital tools in their work?
    4. Is online booking slow for guests?
    5. Do guests book rooms online before they travel?
    6. Does a hotel send messages to guests?
    7. Do apps help find hotels and tours?
    8. Do guests write reviews online?
    9. Do social media help hotels show photos to guests?
    10. Is technology difficult for hotel staff?
    11. Do guests always pay at the front desk?
    12. Do digital skills help people get good jobs?
    13. Are apps useless for finding hotels?
    14. Does online booking save time for guests?

    ______________________
    Correct version:


    1. Do hotels use digital technology?
      Yes, they do.
    2. Are guests paying in cash at all hotels?
      No, they aren’t.
    3. Do staff use digital tools in their work?
      Yes, they do.
    4. Is online booking slow for guests?
      No, it isn’t.
    5. Do guests book rooms online before they travel?
      Yes, they do.
    6. Does a hotel send messages to guests?
      Yes, it does.
    7. Do apps help find hotels and tours?
      Yes, they do.
    8. Do guests write reviews online?
      Yes, they do.
    9. Do social media help hotels show photos to guests?
      Yes, they do.
    10. Is technology difficult for hotel staff?
      No, it isn’t.
    11. Do guests always pay at the front desk?
      No, they don’t.
    12. Do digital skills help people get good jobs?
      Yes, they do.
    13. Are apps useless for finding hotels?
      No, they aren’t.
    14. Does online booking save time for guests?
      Yes, it does.

    ####################

    Answer in complete sentences:


    1. Do people write letters or use websites to book a room?

      YOU WRITE:
      People use websites to book a room.

    2. Do guests check the price online or at the hotel?
      _______________________________
    3. Do staff send messages to guests or ignore them?
      _______________________________
    4. Do apps help find hotels or only restaurants?
      _______________________________
    5. Do people write reviews online or in a notebook?
      _______________________________
    6. Do hotels show photos on social media or hide them?
      _______________________________
    7. Do guests book rooms online or always pay in cash?
      _______________________________
    8. Do staff use digital tools or just paper?
      _______________________________
    9. Do guests visit tours in the city or only stay in the hotel?
      _______________________________
    10. Do online bookings save time or make work slower?
      _______________________________
    11. Do hotels answer questions online or only in person?
      _______________________________
    12. Do digital skills help staff get jobs or do nothing?
      _______________________________
    13. Do apps help tourists plan trips or confuse them?
      _______________________________
    14. Do social media help hotels show news or are not useful?
      _______________________________

    —————————————

    Correct version:


    1. Do people write letters or use websites to book a room?
      People use websites to book a room.
    2. Do guests check the price online or at the hotel?
      Guests check the price online.
    3. Do staff send messages to guests or ignore [to not pay attention to someone or something] them?
      Staff send messages to guests.
    4. Do apps help find hotels or only restaurants?
      Apps help find hotels.
    5. Do people write reviews online or in a notebook?
      People write reviews online.
    6. Do hotels show photos on social media or hide them?
      Hotels show photos on social media.
    7. Do guests book rooms online or always pay in cash?
      Guests book rooms online.
    8. Do staff use digital tools or just paper?
      Staff use digital tools.
    9. Do guests visit tours in the city or only stay in the hotel?
      Guests visit tours in the city.
    10. Do online bookings save time or make work slower?
      Online bookings save time.
    11. Do hotels answer questions online or only in person?
      Hotels answer questions online.
    12. Do digital skills help staff get jobs or do nothing?
      Digital skills help staff get jobs.
    13. Do apps help tourists plan trips or confuse [to make someone not understand something or make someone unsure what to do] them?
      Apps help tourists plan trips.
    14. Do social media help hotels show news or are not useful?
      Social media help hotels show news.

    ##################

    Correct the statements as follows:


    1. People write letters to book a room.

      YOU WRITE:
      No, they don’t. People use websites to book a room.

    2. Guests always pay in cash at hotels.
      ________________________________
    3. Staff ignore messages from guests.
      ________________________________
    4. Apps only help find restaurants.
      ________________________________
    5. People write reviews in notebooks.
      ________________________________
    6. Hotels hide photos online.
      ________________________________
    7. Guests do not book rooms online.
      ________________________________
    8. Staff use only paper at work.
      ________________________________
    9. Guests only stay in the hotel.
      ________________________________
    10. Online booking takes more time.
      ________________________________
    11. Hotels answer questions only in person.
      ________________________________
    12. Social media ignore hotel photos.
      ________________________________
    13. Social media is not useful for hotels.
      ________________________________
    14. Apps make life of tourists harder.
      ________________________________

    ———————————————-

    Correct answers:


    1. People write letters to book a room.
      No, they don’t. People use websites to book a room.
    2. Guests always pay in cash at hotels.
      No, they don’t. Guests can book online and pay digitally.
    3. Staff ignore messages from guests.
      No, they don’t. Staff send messages to guests.
    4. Apps only help find restaurants.
      No, they don’t. Apps help find hotels and tours.
    5. People write reviews in notebooks.
      No, they don’t. People write reviews online.
    6. Hotels hide photos online.
      No, they don’t. Hotels show photos online.
    7. Guests do not book rooms online.
      No, they don’t. Guests book rooms online before they travel.
    8. Staff use only paper at work.
      No, they don’t. Staff use digital tools at work.
    9. Guests only stay in the hotel.
      No, they don’t. Guests visit tours and see places.
    10. Online booking takes more time.
      No, it doesn’t. Online booking saves time.
    11. Hotels answer questions only in person.
      No, they don’t. Hotels answer questions online.
    12. Social media ignore hotel photos.
      No, they don’t. Social media help hotels show news and photos.
    13. Social media is not useful for hotels.
      No, they aren’t. Social media help hotels show news and photos.
    14. Apps make life of tourists harder.
      No, they don’t. Apps help tourists plan trips.

    ##################

    Correct version, complete, words below:

    websites – guests – easy – phones – tourists –
    photos – hotel staff – before –
    online – skills –
    after – online

    __________________________________


    Interviewer: Hello, Salas! Thank you for joining us.

    Salas: Hello! Thank you for having me.

    1. Q: Who uses digital technology in hotels?
      A: Staff and guests use digital technology.
    2. Q: What is digital technology in tourism?
      A: It is computers, apps, and __________ booking.
    3. Q: Where do people book rooms?
      A: ___________ book rooms on websites and apps.
    4. Q: When do guests write reviews?
      A: Guests write reviews ___________ they visit a hotel.
    5. Q: Why do hotels use social media?
      A: Hotels use social media to show __________ and news.
    6. Q: How do staff check bookings?
      A: Staff check bookings on computers or __________.
    7. Q: Who answers questions online?
      A: __________ answer questions online.
    8. Q: What helps guests find hotels?
      A: Apps and __________ help guests find hotels.
    9. Q: Where can tourists plan trips?
      A: Tourists can plan trips __________ with apps.
    10. Q: When do staff send messages to guests?
      A: Staff send messages _________ or during a guest’s stay.
    11. Q: Why are digital skills important?
      A: Digital __________ help staff get good jobs.
    12. Q: How does online booking save time?
      A: Online booking is fast and__________ for guests.
    13. Q: Who writes reviews online?
      A: Guests write reviews online after their stay.
    14. Q: What is useful for __________ in hotels?
      A: Apps, social media, and websites are useful.

    ###################

    Correct version:


    Interviewer: Hello, Salas! Thank you for joining us.

    Salas: Hello! Thank you for having me.

    1. Q: Who uses digital technology in hotels?
      A: Staff and guests use digital technology.
    2. Q: What is digital technology in tourism?
      A: It is computers, apps, and online booking.
    3. Q: Where do people book rooms?
      A: Guests book rooms on websites and apps.
    4. Q: When do guests write reviews?
      A: Guests write reviews after they visit a hotel.
    5. Q: Why do hotels use social media?
      A: Hotels use social media to show photos and news.
    6. Q: How do staff check bookings?
      A: Staff check bookings on computers or phones.
    7. Q: Who answers questions online?
      A: Hotel staff answer questions online.
    8. Q: What helps guests find hotels?
      A: Apps and websites help guests find hotels.
    9. Q: Where can tourists plan trips?
      A: Tourists can plan trips online with apps.
    10. Q: When do staff send messages to guests?
      A: Staff send messages before or during a guest’s stay.
    11. Q: Why are digital skills important?
      A: Digital skills help staff get good jobs.
    12. Q: How does online booking save time?
      A: Online booking is fast and easy for guests.
    13. Q: Who writes reviews online?
      A: Guests write reviews online after their stay.
    14. Q: What is useful for tourists in hotels?
      A: Apps, social media, and websites are useful.

    ########################
    Fill in, words below:

    social media – digital – skills – book –
    reviews – plan – useful –
    online – time

    ———————
    Digital technology is very important in hotels and tourism.
    Guests use websites and apps to ___________ rooms and find hotels.
    Online booking saves _________ and is easy.
    Guests can also write __________ online and see hotel photos on __________.
    Staff use computers and __________ tools to check bookings and send messages to guests.
    Hotels answer questions ___________.
    Digital __________ are important for staff to get good jobs.
    Apps, websites, and social media help tourists _________ trips and make travel easier.
    Technology is __________ for hotels, staff, and guests every day.

    _______________________________

    Correct version:



    Digital technology is very important in hotels and tourism. Guests use websites and apps to book rooms and find hotels. Online booking saves time and is easy. Guests can also write reviews online and see hotel photos on social media. Staff use computers and digital tools to check bookings and send messages to guests. Hotels answer questions online. Digital skills are important for staff to get good jobs. Apps, websites, and social media help tourists plan trips and make travel easier. Technology is useful for hotels, staff, and guests every day.

  • 🤩Meet your first English sentences – Naya, a day at the pool 🤩(A1 beginners, present simple, short answers, questions, negations, part 12)

    • your smile by the pool

    Basics:

    Personal Pronounam / is / are
    Iam8 years old
    Youare8 years old
    Heis8 years old
    Sheis8 years old
    Itis8 years old
    Weare8 years old
    You (plural)are8 years old
    Theyare8 years old
    Personal Pronounam not / is not / are not
    Iam not8 years old
    Youare not8 years old
    Heis not8 years old
    Sheis not8 years old
    Itis not8 years old
    Weare not8 years old
    You (plural)are not8 years old
    Theyare not8 years old

    Question:

    Question WordPersonal Pronoun
    AmI8 years old?
    Areyou8 years old?
    Ishe8 years old?
    Isshe8 years old?
    Isit8 years old?
    Arewe8 years old?
    Areyou (plural)8 years old?
    Arethey8 years old?

    Statement:

    Personal PronounVerb
    Ilikeice cream
    Youlikeice cream
    Helikesice cream
    Shelikesice cream
    Itlikesice cream
    Welikeice cream
    You (plural)likeice cream
    Theylikeice cream

    Negation:

    Personal PronounVerb (negative)
    Ido not likeice cream
    Youdo not likeice cream
    Hedoes not likeice cream
    Shedoes not likeice cream
    Itdoes not likeice cream
    Wedo not likeice cream
    You (plural)do not likeice cream
    Theydo not likeice cream

    Question:

    Do / DoesPersonal PronounVerbSugar?
    DoIlikesugar?
    Doyoulikesugar?
    Doeshelikesugar?
    Doesshelikesugar?
    Doesitlikesugar?
    Dowelikesugar?
    Doyou (plural)likesugar?
    Dotheylikesugar?

    Naya’s Job at the Pool

    Naya works at the pool of a five-star hotel. Her job is to help the guests. She gives them clean towels and shows them the chairs. She brings drinks and sometimes small food. She makes the pool area clean and safe.

    Naya smiles to the guests. She talks politely. She tries to help the guests with everything. She wants them to be happy and relaxed. Sometimes she brings cold water, juice, or fruit. Guests like this service.

    The work is busy. Many people come at the same time. It is hot in the sun. Sometimes it is difficult, but Naya stays calm. Some guests forget their towels or other things. She finds the things and gives them back.

    Sometimes a guest is unhappy. Naya listens and tries to help. She explains politely.

    Naya likes her job because she meets many people. She meets people from different countries. She learns new things and sees happy faces. She feels proud when guests are satisfied. Her job is nice and interesting.

    __________________________

    Vocabulary:

    • a guest – a person who comes to visit or stay
    • a clean towel – a towel that is not dirty
    • a chair (at pool) – a seat near the pool
    • small food – little food to eat
    • clean – not dirty
    • safe – not in danger
    • to smile – to make your mouth happy
    • to talk politely – to speak in a nice way
    • everything – all things
    • to be relaxed – to feel calm and not worried
    • busy work – work that has a lot to do
    • to stay calm – to keep feeling relaxed
    • to forget – to not remember
    • to try to help – to do your best to help someone
    • to explain politely – to give information in a nice way
    • to meet people – to see or talk to new people
    • different countries – many countries that are not the same
    • a happy face – a face that looks happy
    • to feel proud – to feel good about what you do
    • to be satisfied – to feel happy with something
    • to be interesting – to make people want to learn or know more

    ##################

    Multiple choice, one answer correct:


    1. Who is a person who comes to visit or stay?
      a) a guest
      b) a chair
      c) a towel
    2. What is not dirty?
      a) happy face
      b) small food
      c) clean
    3. Where do you sit near the pool?
      a) food
      b) chair
      c) everything
    4. What is little food to eat?
      a) smile
      b) small food
      c) satisfied
    5. What means not in danger?
      a) to meet people
      b) safe
      c) to stay calm
    6. To make your mouth happy?
      a) to smile
      b) busy work
      c) to explain politely
    7. To speak in a nice way?
      a) a happy face
      b) to be interesting
      c) to talk politely
    8. To feel calm and not worried?
      a) clean towel
      b) to forget
      c) to be relaxed
    9. To do your best to help someone?
      a) a guest
      b) to try to help
      c) small food
    10. A face that looks happy?
      a) everything
      b) different countries
      c) a happy face
    11. To feel good about what you do?
      a) to be proud
      b) to be satisfied
      c) to meet people
    12. To meet new people?
      a) to explain politely
      b) to meet people
      c) busy work
    13. All things?
      a) to stay calm
      b) everything
      c) to be interesting
    14. To not remember?
      a) to smile
      b) to forget
      c) clean
    15. Work that has a lot to do?
      a) small food
      b) happy face
      c) busy work
    16. To give information in a nice way?
      a) to explain politely
      b) to be satisfied
      c) to be interesting
    17. Many countries that are not the same?
      a) a guest
      b) different countries
      c) clean towel
    18. To feel happy with something?
      a) to stay calm
      b) to be satisfied
      c) to be proud
    19. To make people want to learn more?
      a) to be interesting
      b) to meet people
      c) a chair
    20. To feel calm and forget problems?
      a) to smile
      b) busy work
      c) to be relaxed

    Answers:
    1-a, 2-c, 3-b, 4-b, 5-b, 6-a, 7-c,
    8-c, 9-b, 10-c, 11-a, 12-b, 13-b, 14-b,
    15-c, 16-a, 17-b, 18-c, 19-a, 20-c


    ____________________

    Correct version:


    1. Who is a person who comes to visit or stay? – a guest
    2. What is not dirty? – clean
    3. Where do you sit near the pool? – chair
    4. What is little food to eat? – small food
    5. What means not in danger? – safe
    6. To make your mouth happy? – to smile
    7. To speak in a nice way? – to talk politely
    8. To feel calm and not worried? – to be relaxed
    9. To do your best to help someone? – to try to help
    10. A face that looks happy? – a happy face
    11. To feel good about what you do? – to be proud
    12. To meet new people? – to meet people
    13. All things? – everything
    14. To not remember? – to forget
    15. Work that has a lot to do? – busy work
    16. To give information in a nice way? – to explain politely
    17. Many countries that are not the same? – different countries
    18. To feel happy with something? – to be satisfied
    19. To make people want to learn more? – to be interesting
    20. To feel calm and forget problems? – to stay calm

    ##################

    Match the words with their meanings:


    Words:

    1. a guest
    2. a clean towel
    3. a chair (at pool)
    4. small food
    5. clean
    6. safe
    7. to smile
    8. to talk politely
    9. everything
    10. to be relaxed
    11. busy work
    12. to stay calm
    13. to forget
    14. to try to help
    15. to explain politely
    16. to meet people
    17. different countries
    18. a happy face
    19. to feel proud
    20. to be satisfied


    Definitions
    :

    A. A towel that is not dirty
    B. To do your best to help someone
    C. All things
    D. A face that looks happy
    E. To speak in a nice way
    F. To feel happy with something
    G. Little food to eat
    H. A person who comes to visit or stay
    I. To keep feeling calm
    J. Not in danger
    K. To feel calm and not worried
    L. To make your mouth happy
    M. A seat near the pool
    N. To meet new people
    O. Work that has a lot to do
    P. Many countries that are not the same
    Q. To give information in a nice way
    R. To feel good about what you do
    S. To not remember
    T. Not dirty

    __________________________

    Answers:
    1-H, 2-A, 3-M, 4-G, 5-T, 6-J, 7-L,
    8-E, 9-C, 10-K, 11-O, 12-I, 13-S, 14-B,
    15-Q, 16-N, 17-P, 18-D, 19-R, 20-F
    __________________________

    Correct version:

    1. a guest – A person who comes to visit or stay
    2. a clean towel – A towel that is not dirty
    3. a chair (at pool) – A seat near the pool
    4. small food – Little food to eat
    5. clean – Not dirty
    6. safe – Not in danger
    7. to smile – To make your mouth happy
    8. to talk politely – To speak in a nice way
    9. everything – All things
    10. to be relaxed – To feel calm and not worried
    11. busy work – Work that has a lot to do
    12. to stay calm – To keep feeling calm
    13. to forget – To not remember
    14. to try to help – To do your best to help someone
    15. to explain politely – To give information in a nice way
    16. to meet people – To meet new people
    17. different countries – Many countries that are not the same
    18. a happy face – A face that looks happy
    19. to feel proud – To feel good about what you do
    20. to be satisfied – To feel happy with something

    #################

    Fill in, words below:

    meets – drinks – back – politely – help –
    chairs – safe – towels –
    busy – clean –
    smiles – works

    ————————————-


    1. Naya __________ at the pool of a five-star hotel.
    2. Her job is to __________ the guests.
    3. She gives them ________ towels.
    4. She shows them the __________.
    5. She brings __________ and small food.
    6. She makes the pool area clean and __________.
    7. Naya __________ to the guests.
    8. She talks __________ and helps them.
    9. The work is __________.
    10. Some guests forget their __________ or things.
    11. Naya finds the things and gives them _________.
    12. She likes her job because she __________ many people.

    ————————————

    Correct version:


    1. Naya works at the pool of a five-star hotel.
    2. Her job is to help the guests.
    3. She gives them clean towels.
    4. She shows them the chairs.
    5. She brings drinks and small food.
    6. She makes the pool area clean and safe.
    7. Naya smiles to the guests.
    8. She talks politely and helps them.
    9. The work is busy.
    10. Some guests forget their towels or things.
    11. Naya finds the things and gives them back.
    12. She likes her job because she meets many people.

    ################

    True or false:

    1. Naya works at the pool of a five-star hotel.
    2. The work is easy and slow.
    3. Some guests forget their towels.
    4. Naya never smiles to the guests.
    5. She talks politely and helps the guests.
    6. She feels sad when guests are happy.
    7. Naya brings only hot drinks.
    8. She makes the pool area clean and safe.
    9. She likes her job because she meets many people.
    10. Naya works in a restaurant, not at the pool.
    11. She finds lost things and gives them back.
    12. Naya does not help the guests.

    ____________________________

    True: 1,3,5,8,9,11

    ____________________________

    Correct answers:

    1. Naya works at the pool of a five-star hotel.
    2. The work is easy and slow. True is: The work is busy.
    3. Some guests forget their towels.
    4. Naya never smiles to the guests. True is: Naya smiles to the guests.
    5. She talks politely and helps the guests.
    6. She feels sad when guests are happy. True is: She feels proud when guests are happy.
    7. Naya brings only hot drinks. True is: Naya brings cold water, juice, or fruit.
    8. She makes the pool area clean and safe.
    9. She likes her job because she meets many people.
    10. Naya works in a restaurant, not at the pool. True is: Naya works at the pool, not in a restaurant.
    11. She finds lost things and gives them back.
    12. Naya does not help the guests. True is: Naya helps the guests.

    ##################

    Short answers, basics:

    Example SentenceYesNo
    I learn the alphabet.Yes, I do.No, I don’t.
    You read signs.Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    He practices speaking.Yes, he does.No, he doesn’t.
    She watches cartoons.Yes, she does.No, she doesn’t.
    It helps us learn English.Yes, it does.No, it doesn’t.
    We use apps like Duolingo.Yes, we do.No, we don’t.
    You read labels.Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    They make mistakes sometimes.Yes, they do.No, they don’t.
    QuestionYesNo
    Do I learn the alphabet?Yes, I do.No, I don’t.
    Do you read signs?Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    Does he practice speaking?Yes, he does.No, he doesn’t.
    Does she watch cartoons?Yes, she does.No, she doesn’t.
    Does it help us learn English?Yes, it does.No, it doesn’t.
    Do we use apps like Duolingo?Yes, we do.No, we don’t.
    Do you read labels?Yes, you do.No, you don’t.
    Do they make mistakes sometimes?Yes, they do.No, they don’t.
    QuestionYesNo
    Am I big?Yes, I am.No, I am not.
    Are you big?Yes, you are.No, you aren’t.
    Is he big?Yes, he is.No, he isn’t.
    Is she big?Yes, she is.No, she isn’t.
    Is it big?Yes, it is.No, it isn’t.
    Are we big?Yes, we are.No, we aren’t.
    Are you big?Yes, you are.No, you aren’t.
    Are they big?Yes, they are.No, they aren’t.

    #####################

    Short answers:

    1. Naya works at the pool of a five-star hotel.

      YOU WRITE:
      Yes, she does.
    2. The work is easy and slow.
    3. Some guests forget their towels.
    4. Naya always smiles to the guests.
    5. She talks politely and helps the guests.
    6. She feels sad when guests are happy.
    7. Naya brings only hot drinks.
    8. She makes the pool area clean and safe.
    9. She likes her job because she meets many people.
    10. Naya works in a restaurant, not at the pool.
    11. She finds lost things and gives them back.
    12. Naya does not help the guests.

    _________________________

    Corrrect answers:

    1. Naya works at the pool of a five-star hotel. – Yes, she does.
    2. The work is easy and slow. – No, it isn’t.
    3. Some guests forget their towels. – Yes, they do.
    4. Naya smiles to the guests. – Yes, she does.
    5. She talks politely and helps the guests. – Yes, she does.
    6. She feels sad when guests are happy. – No, she doesn’t.
    7. Naya brings only hot drinks. – No, she doesn’t.
    8. She makes the pool area clean and safe. – Yes, she does.
    9. She likes her job because she meets many people. – Yes, she does.
    10. Naya works in a restaurant, not at the pool. – No, she doesn’t.
    11. She finds lost things and gives them back. – Yes, she does.
    12. Naya does not help the guests. – No, she doesn’t.

    #################

    True or false, correct answers:

    1. Naya works at the restaurant of a five-star hotel.

      YOU WRITE:
      No, she doesn’t. She works at the pool.
    2. The work is easy and slow.
    3. Some guests forget their newspapers.
    4. Naya always smiles to her general manager.
    5. She talks loud.
    6. She feels sad when guests are happy.
    7. Naya brings only hot drinks.
    8. She makes the pool area unsafe.
    9. She likes her job because she meets all her friends.
    10. Naya works in the spa, not at the pool.
    11. She finds lost things and gives them to poor people.

    ________________________

    Correct answers:

    1. No, she doesn’t. She works at the pool of a five-star hotel.
    2. No, it isn’t. The work is busy.
    3. No, they don’t. Some guests forget their towels.
    4. No, she doesn’t. Naya smiles to the guests.
    5. No, she doesn’t. She talks politely and helps the guests.
    6. No, she doesn’t. She feels proud when guests are happy.
    7. No, she doesn’t. Naya brings cold water, juice, or fruit.
    8. No, she doesn’t. She makes the pool area clean and safe.
    9. No, she doesn’t. She likes her job because she meets many people.
    10. No, she doesn’t. Naya works at the pool, not in the spa.
    11. No, she doesn’t. She finds lost things and gives them back to the guests.

    ###################

    Answer in complete sentences:


    1. Does Naya work at the pool or in a restaurant?

      YOU WRITE:
      Naya works at the pool, not in a restaurant.
    2. Is the work easy and slow or busy?
      ______________________________
    3. Do some guests forget their towels or their newspapers?
      ______________________________
    4. Does Naya smile to her friends or smile to the guests?
      ______________________________
    5. Does Naya talk loudly or politely?
      ______________________________
    6. Does Naya feel sad or proud when guests are happy?
      ______________________________
    7. Does Naya bring only hot drinks or cold water, juice, or fruit?
      ______________________________
    8. Is the pool area unsafe or clean and safe?
      ______________________________
    9. Does Naya like her job because she meets all her friends or many people from different countries?
      ______________________________
    10. Does Naya work in the spa or at the pool?
      ______________________________
    11. Does Naya give lost things to poor people or back to the guests?
      ______________________________
    12. Does Naya forget about the guests or help the guests?
      ______________________________

    _____________________

    Correct answers:

    1. Naya works at the pool, not in a restaurant.
    2. The work is busy, not easy and slow.
    3. Some guests forget their towels, not their newspapers.
    4. Naya smiles to the guests, not to her friends.
    5. Naya talks politely, not loudly.
    6. Naya feels proud when guests are happy, not sad.
    7. Naya brings cold water, juice, or fruit, not only hot drinks.
    8. The pool area is clean and safe, not unsafe.
    9. Naya likes her job because she meets many people from different countries, not all her friends.
    10. Naya works at the pool, not in the spa.
    11. Naya gives lost things back to the guests, not to poor people.
    12. Naya helps the guests, she does not forget them.

    ################

    Answer these questions:

    1. Where does Naya work?
    2. What does Naya give to the guests?
    3. Who does Naya help?
    4. What does Naya bring to the guests to drink?
    5. Does Naya smile to the guests?
    6. Is the pool area clean or dirty?
    7. Does Naya like her job?
    8. What does Naya do if guests forget their towels?
    9. How does Naya talk to the guests?
    10. Why does Naya feel proud?

    ______________________

    Correct answers:

    1. Naya works at the pool of a five-star hotel.
    2. Naya gives clean towels to the guests.
    3. Naya helps the guests.
    4. Naya brings cold water, juice, or fruit to the guests.
    5. Yes, Naya smiles to the guests.
    6. The pool area is clean and safe.
    7. Yes, Naya likes her job.
    8. Naya finds the lost towels and gives them back to the guests.
    9. Naya talks politely to the guests.
    10. Naya feels proud when guests are happy.

    ##################

    Interview with Naya, fill in, words below:

    politely – help – proud – towels – guests –
    check – pool – juice – back –
    people – five-star
    ———————————–


    1. Who do you work for?
    I work for a __________ hotel.

    2. Where do you work?
    I work at the pool.

    3. What is your job?
    My job is to __________ the guests.

    4. What do you give to the guests?
    I give clean __________.

    5. Who do you help the most?
    I help all the guests at the __________.

    6. How do you talk to the guests?
    I talk __________ to them.

    7. What do you bring to the guests?
    I bring cold water, __________, or fruit.

    8. When is the work busy?
    The work is busy when many __________ come at the same time.

    9. Why do you like your job?
    I like my job because I meet many __________.

    10. How do you feel when guests are happy?
    I feel __________when guests are happy.

    11. What do you do if guests forget their towels?
    I find the towels and give them __________.

    12. How do you make the pool area safe?
    I keep it clean and __________everything is safe.


    ————————————-
    Correct version:


    1. Who do you work for?
    I work for a five-star hotel.

    2. Where do you work?
    I work at the pool.

    3. What is your job?
    My job is to help the guests.

    4. What do you give to the guests?
    I give clean towels.

    5. Who do you help the most?
    I help all the guests at the pool.

    6. How do you talk to the guests?
    I talk politely to them.

    7. What do you bring to the guests?
    I bring cold water, juice, or fruit.

    8. When is the work busy?
    The work is busy when many guests come at the same time.

    9. Why do you like your job?
    I like my job because I meet many people.

    10. How do you feel when guests are happy?
    I feel proud when guests are happy.

    11. What do you do if guests forget their towels?
    I find the towels and give them back.

    12. How do you make the pool area safe?
    I keep it clean and check everything is safe.


    ####################

    Now you interview Ari about Naya and you want to know as much as possible about Naya

    Use dialogue above.

    START WITH:

    1. Who does she work for?
    She works for a five-star hotel.

    2. Where does she…………

    ——————————————

    Corrrect version:


    1. Who does she work for?
      She works for a five-star hotel.
    2. Where does she work?
      She works at the pool.
    3. What is her job?
      Her job is to help the guests.
    4. What does she give to the guests?
      She gives clean towels.
    5. Who does she help the most?
      She helps all the guests at the pool.
    6. How does she talk to the guests?
      She talks politely to them.
    7. What does she bring to the guests?
      She brings cold water, juice, or fruit.
    8. When is the work busy?
      The work is busy when many guests come at the same time.
    9. Why does she like her job?
      She likes her job because she meets many people.
    10. How does she feel when guests are happy?
      She feels proud when guests are happy.
    11. What does she do if guests forget their towels?
      She finds the towels and gives them back.
    12. How does she make the pool area safe?
      She keeps it clean and checks everything is safe.

    ###############

    Read the follwoing story:

    My name is Naya. I work in a big 5-star hotel. I work at the pool. My job is to help the guests. I give them clean towels and show them the chairs. I bring drinks and sometimes small food. I make the pool area clean and safe. I smile to the guests and talk politely. The work is busy, but I stay calm. Some guests forget their towels, and I give them back. I like my job because I meet many people. I feel proud when guests are happy.

    ____________________

    Rewrite the story, starting with:

    >>>>>>>>>>>>Her name is Naya. She works……………….

    and make all changes necessary.

    ____________________

    Correct version:


    Her name is Naya. She works in a big 5-star hotel. She works at the pool. Her job is to help the guests. She gives them clean towels and shows them the chairs. She brings drinks and sometimes small food. She makes the pool area clean and safe. She smiles to the guests and talks politely. The work is busy, but she stays calm. Some guests forget their towels, and she gives them back. She likes her job because she meets many people. She feels proud when guests are happy.


    ###############

    BONUS version:


    Her name is Naya. She works in a big 5-star hotel. She works at the pool. Her job is to help the guests. She gives them clean towels and shows them the chairs. She brings cold water, juice, or fruit. Sometimes she brings small food. She makes the pool area clean and safe. She checks everything to help the guests.

    Naya smiles to the guests. She talks politely and helps them with everything. She answers questions and gives information about the hotel. She shows the guests the pool and the chairs. Many guests come at the same time. The work is busy. It is hot in the sun, but she stays calm.

    Some guests forget their towels or other things. Naya finds them and gives them back. She likes her job because she meets many people. She meets people from different countries. She likes to see the guests happy. She feels proud when the guests enjoy their time at the pool.

    Naya works hard. She cleans the area, brings drinks, and helps everyone. She makes the guests’ holiday better. Her job is important and interesting. She feels happy when guests smile and relax. Naya loves her job at the pool.

    ################