Autor: wolfgang kugler

🤩Meet your first English sentences – Maya, a little girl (A1 beginners, part 8)

-a typical morning, going to school

Basics:

Personal Pronoun	am / is / are
I	am	8 years old
You	are	8 years old
He	is	8 years old
She	is	8 years old
It	is	8 years old
We	are	8 years old
You (plural)	are	8 years old
They	are	8 years old

Negation:

Personal Pronoun	am not / is not / are not
I	am not	8 years old
You	are not	8 years old
He	is not	8 years old
She	is not	8 years old
It	is not	8 years old
We	are not	8 years old
You (plural)	are not	8 years old
They	are not	8 years old

Questions:

Question Word	Personal Pronoun
Am	I	8 years old?
Are	you	8 years old?
Is	he	8 years old?
Is	she	8 years old?
Is	it	8 years old?
Are	we	8 years old?
Are	you (plural)	8 years old?
Are	they	8 years old?

Statement:

Personal Pronoun	Verb
I	like	ice cream
You	like	ice cream
He	likes	ice cream
She	*likes*	ice cream
It	likes	ice cream
We	like	ice cream
You (plural)	like	ice cream
They	like	ice cream

Negation:

Personal Pronoun	Verb (negative)
I	do not like	ice cream
You	do not like	ice cream
He	does not like	ice cream
She	*does not like*	ice cream
It	does not like	ice cream
We	do not like	ice cream
You (plural)	do not like	ice cream
They	do not like	ice cream

Questions:

Do / Does	Personal Pronoun	Verb	Sugar?
Do	I	like	sugar?
Do	you	like	sugar?
*Does*	he	like	sugar?
*Does*	she	like	sugar?
*Does*	it	like	sugar?
Do	we	like	sugar?
Do	you (plural)	like	sugar?
Do	they	like	sugar?

Maya and a typical morning

Maya wakes up at 6 o’clock.
She gets out of bed and goes to the bathroom.
She washes her face and brushes her teeth.
Then she puts on her clothes.

At 6:30, Maya goes to the kitchen.
She eats breakfast. She eats bread and drinks water.
Her mother drinks coffee.

At 7 o’clock, Maya goes to school.
She walks to school.
She sees many children on the way.

At 7:30, school starts.
Maya goes to her class and sits down.
The teacher says, “Good morning.”
They learn English and math.

The morning is quiet and nice.

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Vocabulary:

to wake up – to stop sleeping
to get out of bed – to leave your bed
a bathroom – a room for washing and using the toilet
to wash one’s face – to clean your face with water
to brush one’s teeth – to clean your teeth with a toothbrush
to put on clothes – to wear clothes
breakfast – the first meal of the day
on the way to school – when you go to school
a class (school) – a room or group where students learn
to sit down – to go from standing to sitting
math (school) – the subject about numbers
quiet – no or little noise
nice – good or pleasant

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Match the word with the definition:

Words:

to wake up
to get out of bed
a bathroom
to wash one’s face
to brush one’s teeth
to put on clothes
breakfast
on the way to school
a class (school)
to sit down
math (school)
quiet
nice

Definitions:

a. the first meal of the day
b. a room for washing and using the toilet
c. good or pleasant
d. to clean your teeth with a toothbrush
e. to leave your bed
f. when you go to school
g. no or little noise
h. a room or group where students learn
i. to stop sleeping
j. to clean your face with water
k. the subject about numbers
l. to go from standing to sitting
m. to wear clothes

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Answers:
1-i, 2-e, 3-b, 4-j, 5-d, 6-m,
7-a, 8-f, 9-h, 10-l, 11-k, 12-g, 13-c

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Correct answers:

to wake up – to stop sleeping
to get out of bed – to leave your bed
a bathroom – a room for washing and using the toilet
to wash one’s face – to clean your face with water
to brush one’s teeth – to clean your teeth with a toothbrush
to put on clothes – to wear clothes
breakfast – the first meal of the day
on the way to school – when you go to school
a class (school) – a room or group where students learn
to sit down – to go from standing to sitting
math (school) – the subject about numbers
quiet – no or little noise
nice – good or pleasant

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Correct the statements:

Maya wakes up at 7 o’clock.

YOU WRITE:

No, she does not wake up at 7 o’clock. She wakes up at 6 o’clock.
She goes to the kitchen before she gets out of bed.
__________________________________
Maya drinks coffee for breakfast.
__________________________________
She walks to school at 6 o’clock.
__________________________________
Maya sees many animals on the way to school.
__________________________________
School starts at 8 o’clock.
__________________________________
Maya sits down in the bathroom.
__________________________________
They learn history and music in class.
__________________________________
The morning is loud and noisy.
__________________________________
Maya puts on a T-shirt in the morning.
__________________________________

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Correct answers:

Maya wakes up at 7 o’clock.
No, she does not wake up at 7 o’clock. She wakes up at 6 o’clock.

She goes to the kitchen before she gets out of bed.
No, she does not go to the kitchen before she gets out of bed. She gets out of bed first.

Maya drinks coffee for breakfast.
No, she does not drink coffee for breakfast. She drinks water.

She walks to school at 6 o’clock.
No, she does not walk to school at 6 o’clock. She walks to school at 7 o’clock.

Maya sees many animals on the way to school.
No, she does not see animals on the way to school. She sees many children.

School starts at 8 o’clock.
No, school does not start at 8 o’clock. It starts at 7:30.

Maya sits down in the bathroom.
No, she does not sit down in the bathroom. She sits down in the class.

They learn history and music in class.
No, they do not learn history and music. They learn English and math.

The morning is loud and noisy.
No, the morning is not loud and noisy. The morning is quiet and nice.

Maya puts on a T-shirt in the morning.
No, she does not put on a T-shirt. She puts on her school clothes.

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Answer as follows:

Does Maya wake up at 6 or 7 o’clock?

YOU WRITE:

Maya does not get up at 7 o’clock. She gets up at 6 o’clock.
Does she get out of bed before or after going to the bathroom?
____________________________________
Does Maya wash her face with water or with juice?
____________________________________
Does she brush her teeth in the morning or at night?
____________________________________
Does Maya put on her school clothes or pajamas?
____________________________________
Does she eat breakfast in the kitchen or in the bathroom?
____________________________________
Does Maya drink water or coffee for breakfast?
____________________________________
Does she walk to school or take a car?
____________________________________
Does Maya sit down in the class or in the bathroom?
____________________________________
Is the morning quiet and nice or loud and noisy?
____________________________________

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Correct answers:

Maya does not wake up at 7 o’clock. She wakes up at 6 o’clock.

She does not go to the bathroom before getting out of bed. She gets out of bed first.

Maya does not wash her face with juice. She washes her face with water.

She does not brush her teeth at night. She brushes her teeth in the morning.

Maya does not put on pajamas. She puts on her school clothes.

She does not eat breakfast in the bathroom. She eats breakfast in the kitchen.

Maya does not drink coffee for breakfast. She drinks water.

She does not take a car to school. She walks to school.

Maya does not sit down in the bathroom. She sits down in her class.

The morning is not loud and noisy. It is quiet and nice.

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Fill in the blanks with the correct verb in its correct form, words (infinitives (!) below):

to walk, to brush, to eat, to get out,
to put on, to sit, to wash,
to wake up, to go,
to drink

Maya ______ up at 6 o’clock.
She ______ out of bed and goes to the bathroom.
She ______ to the kitchen at 6:30.
She ______ her face in the bathroom.
She ______ her teeth every morning.
She ______ on her school clothes.
She ______ breakfast in the kitchen.
She ______ water for breakfast.
She ______ to school.
She ______ down in her class.

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Correct answers:

Maya likes to wake up at 6 o’clock.
She wants to get out of bed and go to the bathroom.
She needs to go to the kitchen at 6:30.
She likes to wash her face in the bathroom.
She needs to brush her teeth every morning.
She wants to put on her school clothes.
She likes to eat breakfast in the kitchen.
She wants to drink water for breakfast.
She needs to walk to school.
She likes to sit down in her class.

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Answer the question:

Does Maya not wake up at 7 o’clock?

YOU WRITE:

No, she does not wake up at 7 o’clock. She wakes up at 6 o’clock.
Does she not go to the kitchen before she gets out of bed?
___________________________
Does Maya not drink coffee for breakfast?
___________________________
Does she not eat breakfast in the bathroom?
___________________________
Does Maya not walk to school at 6 o’clock?
___________________________
Does she not see children on the way to school?
___________________________
Does school not start at 8 o’clock?
___________________________
Does Maya not sit down in the bathroom?
___________________________
Do they not learn history and music in class?
___________________________
Is the morning not loud and noisy?
___________________________

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Answers:

Does Maya not wake up at 7 o’clock?
No, she does not wake up at 7 o’clock. She wakes up at 6 o’clock.
Does she not go to the kitchen before she gets out of bed?
No, she does not go to the kitchen before she gets out of bed. She gets out of bed first.
Does Maya not drink coffee for breakfast?
No, she does not drink coffee for breakfast. She drinks water.
Does she not eat breakfast in the bathroom?
No, she does not eat breakfast in the bathroom. She eats breakfast in the kitchen.
Does Maya not walk to school at 6 o’clock?
No, she does not walk to school at 6 o’clock. She walks to school at 7 o’clock.
Does she not see children on the way to school?
No, she does not see no children. She sees many children on the way to school.
Does school not start at 8 o’clock?
No, school does not start at 8 o’clock. It starts at 7:30.
Does Maya not sit down in the bathroom?
No, she does not sit down in the bathroom. She sits down in her class.
Do they not learn history and music in class?
No, they do not learn history and music. They learn English and math.
Is the morning not loud and noisy?
No, the morning is not loud and noisy. It is quiet and nice.

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Multiple choice, one answer correct:

1. What does Maya drink for breakfast?
a) Water
b) Juice
c) Coffee

2. Where does Maya eat breakfast?
a) In the classroom
b) In the kitchen
c) In the bathroom

3. What does Maya wash in the morning?
a) Hair
b) Hands
c) Face

4. What does Maya brush in the morning?
a) Teeth
b) Hair
c) Shoes

5. Where does Maya go after getting out of bed?
a) Kitchen
b) Classroom
c) Bathroom

6. How does Maya go to school?
a) Car
b) Walk
c) Bicycle

7. What time does Maya wake up?
a) 6 o’clock
b) 5 o’clock
c) 7 o’clock

8. Where does Maya sit at school?
a) Bathroom
b) Kitchen
c) Classroom

9. What does Maya put on after washing?
a) Pajamas
b) Coat
c) School clothes

10. How is the morning?
a) Loud and noisy
b) Quiet and nice
c) Dark and cold

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

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Interviw with Maya:

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

2. What do you do after waking up?
Maya: I wash my face and brush my teeth.

3. Where do you go after you get out of bed?
Maya: I go to the bathroom.

4. When do you eat breakfast?
Maya: I eat breakfast at 6:30.

5. Why do you brush your teeth?
Maya: I brush my teeth to be clean.

6. How do you go to school?
Maya: I walk to school.

7. Which clothes do you put on in the morning?
Maya: I put on my school clothes.

8. How many children do you see on the way to school?
Maya: I see many children.

9. What do you eat for breakfast?
Maya: I eat bread.

10. What do you drink for breakfast?
Maya: I drink water.

11. Who do you sit with in class?
Maya: I sit with my classmates.

12. How is the morning?
Maya: The morning is quiet and nice.

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Fill in, words below:

bathroom – drinks – quiet – kitchen –
brush -sit down – breakfast –
on the way – learn –
put on – wake up

I ________ at 6 o’clock.
I get out of bed and go to the __________.
I wash my face and __________ my teeth.
Then I __________ my school clothes.
At 6:30, I go to the __________.
I eat __________.
I eat bread and drink water.
My mother __________ coffee.
At 7 o’clock, I walk to school.
I see many children __________.
At 7:30, school starts.
I go to my class and _________.
We __________ English and math.
The morning is __________ and nice.
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Correct version:

I wake up at 6 o’clock.
I get out of bed and go to the bathroom.
I wash my face and brush my teeth.
Then I put on my school clothes.
At 6:30, I go to the kitchen.
I eat breakfast.
I eat bread and drink water.
My mother drinks coffee.
At 7 o’clock, I walk to school.
I see many children on the way.
At 7:30, school starts.
I go to my class and sit down.
We learn English and math.
The morning is quiet and nice.
_____________________

Use the ‚Correct version‘ and rewrite it in the 3rd person singular.

YOU WRITE:

>>>>>>>>>>>>>Maya wakes up at 6 o’clock. She gets out……………

make all changes necessary.

_____________________

Correct version:

Maya wakes up at 6 o’clock.
She gets out of bed and goes to the bathroom.
She washes her face and brushes her teeth.
Then she puts on her school clothes.

At 6:30, Maya goes to the kitchen.
She eats breakfast. She eats bread and drinks water.
Her mother drinks coffee.

At 7 o’clock, Maya walks to school.
She sees many children on the way.

At 7:30, school starts.
Maya goes to her class and sits down.
The teacher says, “Good morning.”
They learn English and math.

The morning is quiet and nice.

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16. September 2025

🙌How to find your strengths and weaknesses at work🙌, part 2 (A2)
- analyze yourself
Working in hospitality and tourism is a job where people need many different skills. To grow in this field, it is important to know your strengths and weaknesses.

One big strength in hospitality is good communication. A good worker can speak clearly, smile, and talk in a friendly way. They also listen carefully to guests. Another important strength is service. Good workers help guests quickly, understand their needs, and stay calm when guests are angry. Many people in this field speak more than one language and respect different cultures. Teamwork and responsibility are also very important. Good workers come to work on time, work well with others, and follow company rules. They can solve problems and stay calm during busy times.

Weaknesses are also normal. Some people feel shy when they talk to guests. Others do not understand some accents or forget details. Some feel stressed when the hotel is busy. Weakness is not something bad. It shows where we can learn and grow.

To improve, we can take small steps. We can smile and say hello to one guest every day, learn new English words, and practice speaking. We can also breathe deeply when stressed and practice work steps with friends. Strengths make us proud, and weaknesses help us grow. With small steps, we can become better every day.

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Vocabulary:
- different skills – things you can do well
- to grow in a field – to get better in a job
- strengths – things you are good at
- weaknesses – things you find difficult
- communication – talking and listening to people
- to speak clearly – to say words so people can understand
- to listen carefully – to hear and pay attention
- to understand a person’s needs – to know what a person wants
- to stay calm – to not feel nervous or worried
- to be angry – to feel upset or mad
- to respect cultures – to be polite to people from different countries
- responsibility – doing your work and duties
- to be on time – to not be late
- to follow rules – to do what is allowed or expected
- to solve problems – to find a solution when there is a problem
- an accent – the way someone’s voice sounds when they speak a language
- to forget details – to not remember small things
- to feel stressed – to feel worried or tense
- to learn to grow – to get better by learning new things
- to improve – to become better at something
- to take small steps – to do little things every day to get better
- to practice speaking – to speak again and again to get better
- to breathe deeply – to take big, slow breaths
- to practice work steps – to do your work in order to get better
- to be proud – to feel happy about what you do
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Multiple choice, one answer correct:

part 1:

part 2:

1. What are different skills?
A) Things you can do well in work or life
B) Things you cannot see or notice in your life
C) Things you eat or drink every day

2. What does “to grow in a field” mean?
A) To get better in a job over time
B) To play in a garden with plants
C) To improve skills or knowledge in work

3. What are strengths?
A) Things you are good at in work or life
B) Things you do not like or avoid doing
C) Things you forget or cannot remember

4. What are weaknesses?
A) Things you do slowly or carefully
B) Things you enjoy doing every day
C) Things you find difficult or hard

5. What is communication?
A) Reading books quietly or writing letters
B) Talking and listening to share ideas
C) Eating meals together with people

6. What does “to speak clearly” mean?
A) To say words so others understand
B) To speak quietly to yourself
C) To read or write words slowly

7. What does “to listen carefully” mean?
A) To speak loudly or shout
B) To ignore people and do something else
C) To hear and pay attention carefully

8. What does “to understand a person’s needs” mean?
A) To write notes or draw pictures
B) To know what a person wants
C) To help someone with what they need

9. What does “to stay calm” mean?
A) To not feel nervous, angry, or worried
B) To run quickly or move very fast
C) To keep relaxed when busy

10. What does “to be angry” mean?
A) To feel upset or mad
B) To feel very happy or excited
C) To feel annoyed because of something

11. What does “to respect cultures” mean?
A) To be polite to people from different countries
B) To travel or visit other countries
C) To accept people’s traditions and ways

12. What is responsibility?
A) Doing your work and duties carefully
B) Playing games or relaxing at home
C) Taking care of work only sometimes

13. What does “to be on time” mean?
A) To wake up late and run quickly
B) To arrive when expected
C) To come at the correct time
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14. What does “to follow rules” mean?
A) To obey instructions and complete work
B) To sing songs or do hobbies
C) To do what is allowed or expected

15. What does “to solve problems” mean?
A) To eat or rest when tired
B) To find a solution when there is a problem
C) To fix problems calmly and quickly

16. What is an accent?
A) The way someone’s voice sounds
B) The music someone listens to
C) The way a person pronounces words

17. What does “to forget details” mean?
A) To not remember small things
B) To lose your things or misplace objects
C) To forget little information just learned

18. What does “to feel stressed” mean?
A) To feel worried, nervous or tense
B) To feel relaxed or calm
C) To feel nervous or pressured

19. What does “to learn to grow” mean?
A) To get a bit better by learning new things
B) To run or move fast
C) To improve skills by practicing regularly

20. What does “to improve” mean?
A) To get a new job
B) To play games or have fun
C) To get better at work or learning

21. What does “to take small steps” mean?
A) To do little things every day to get better
B) To run fast all the time
C) To practice big actions quickly

22. What does “to practice speaking” mean?
A) To speak again and again to improve
B) To listen to music or watch TV
C) To not talk often and practice with others

23. What does “to breathe deeply” mean?
A) To take big, quick breaths to feel calm
B) To run fast or move quickly
C) To breathe slowly and deeply to relax

24. What does “to practice work steps” mean?
A) To do your work steps again and again
B) To sleep or rest after work
C) To not repeat work tasks to get better

25. What does “to be proud” mean?
A) To feel good
B) To feel tired or sleepy
C) To feel happy about what you do

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Answers:

1A, 2C, 3A, 4C, 5B, 6A, 7C, 8B, 9A, 10C,
11A, 12A, 13B,,14C, 15B, 16C, 17A, 18A,
19C, 20C, 21A, 22A, 23C, 24A, 25C

______________________
Correct version:
1. What are different skills?
  That means: Things you can do well in work or life
2. What does “to grow in a field” mean?
  That means: To improve skills or knowledge in work
3. What are strengths?
  That means: Things you are good at in work or life
4. What are weaknesses?
  That means: Things you find difficult or hard
5. What is communication?
  That means: Talking and listening to share ideas
6. What does “to speak clearly” mean?
  That means: To say words so others understand
7. What does “to listen carefully” mean?
  That means: To hear and pay attention carefully
8. What does “to understand a person’s needs” mean?
  That means: To know what a person wants
9. What does “to stay calm” mean?
  That means: To not feel nervous, angry, or worried
10. What does “to be angry” mean?
  That means: To feel annoyed because of something
11. What does “to respect cultures” mean?
  That means: To be polite to people from different countries
12. What is responsibility?
  That means: Doing your work and duties carefully
13. What does “to be on time” mean?
  That means: To arrive when expected
14. What does “to follow rules” mean?
  That means: To do what is allowed or expected
15. What does “to solve problems” mean?
  That means: To find a solution when there is a problem
16. What is an accent?
  That means: The way a person pronounces words
17. What does “to forget details” mean?
  That means: To not remember small things
18. What does “to feel stressed” mean?
  That means: To feel worried, nervous or tense
19. What does “to learn to grow” mean?
  That means: To improve skills by practicing regularly
20. What does “to improve” mean?
  That means: To get better at work or learning
21. What does “to take small steps” mean?
  That means: To do little things every day to get better
22. What does “to practice speaking” mean?
  That means: To speak again and again to improve
23. What does “to breathe deeply” mean?
  That means: To breathe slowly and deeply to relax
24. What does “to practice work steps” mean?
  That means: To do your work steps again and again
  ———–end of audio file———-
25. What does “to be proud” mean?
  That means: To feel happy about what you do
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Fill in:
1. Working in hospitality and tourism ______ many different skills.
  A) needs B) eats C) sleeps
2. To grow in this field, it is important to ______ your strengths and weaknesses.
  A) know B) ignore C) forget
3. A good worker can ______ clearly, smile, and talk in a friendly way.
  A) write B) sing C) speak
4. They also ______ carefully to guests.
  A) watch B) listen C) read
5. Good workers help guests quickly, ______ their needs, and stay calm when guests are angry.
  A) understand B) ignore C) forget
6. Many people in this field ______ more than one language and respect different cultures.
  A) listen B) jump C) speak
7. Good workers come to work on time, ______ well with others, and follow company rules.
  A) speak B) work C) run
8. They can ______ problems and stay calm during busy times.
  A) solve B) eat C) ignore
9. Some people feel shy when they ______ to guests.
  A) write B) listen C) talk
10. Others do not ______ some accents or forget details.
  A) understand B) run C) jump
11. Some feel stressed when the hotel is busy, but weakness shows where we can ______ and grow.
  A) eat B) learn C) sleep
12. We can take small steps to ______, like smiling and saying hello to one guest every day.
  A) forget B) jump C) improve
13. We can also ______ deeply when stressed.
  A) breathe B) eat C) sleep
14. We can ______ work steps with friends to get better.
  A) jump B) ignore C) practice
15. Strengths make us proud, and weaknesses help us ______.
  A) sleep B) grow C) eat
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Answers:
1A, 2A, 3C, 4B, 5A, 6C, 7B, 8A,
9C, 10A, 11B, 12C, 13A, 14C, 15B

________________________

Correct version:
1. Working in hospitality and tourism requires many different skills.
2. To grow in this field, it is important to know your strengths and weaknesses.
3. A good worker can speak clearly, smile, and talk in a friendly way.
4. They also listen carefully to guests.
5. Good workers help guests quickly, understand their needs, and stay calm when guests are angry.
6. Many people in this field speak more than one language and respect different cultures.
7. Good workers come to work on time, work well with others, and follow company rules.
8. They can solve problems and stay calm during busy times.
9. Some people feel shy when they talk to guests.
10. Others do not understand some accents or forget details.
11. Some feel stressed when the hotel is busy, but weakness shows where we can learn and grow.
12. We can take small steps to improve, like smiling and saying hello to one guest every day.
13. We can also breathe deeply when stressed.
14. We can practice work steps with friends to get better.
15. Strengths make us proud, and weaknesses help us grow.
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Match the vocabulary word to the correct definition:

Word:
1. different skills
2. strengths
3. weaknesses
4. communication
5. to speak clearly
6. to listen carefully
7. to understand a person’s needs
8. to stay calm
9. responsibility
10. to be on time
11. to follow rules
12. to solve problems
13. to improve
14. to take small steps
Definitions:

A) Talking and listening to people
B) Doing little things every day to get better
C) To not be late
D) Things you are good at
E) Doing your work and duties
F) To say words so people can understand
G) To get better by learning new things
H) Things you find difficult
I) To hear and pay attention
J) To find a solution when there is a problem
K) To do what is allowed or expected
L) To not feel nervous or worried
M) Things you can do well
N) To know what a person wants

__________________________
Answers:

1M, 2D, 3H, 4A, 5F, 6I, 7N,
8L, 9E, 10C, 11K, 12J, 13G, 14B

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Correct answers:
1. different skills – things you can do well
2. strengths – things you are good at
3. weaknesses – things you find difficult
4. communication – talking and listening to people
5. to speak clearly – to say words so people can understand
6. to listen carefully – to hear and pay attention
7. to understand a person’s needs – to know what a person wants
8. to stay calm – to not feel nervous or worried
9. responsibility – doing your work and duties
10. to be on time – to not be late
11. to follow rules – to do what is allowed or expected
12. to solve problems – to find a solution when there is a problem
13. to improve – to get better by learning new things
14. to take small steps – to do little things every day to get better
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A dialogue, complete, fill in, words below:

expert – advice – easy – learning – difficult –
school – mistakes – better – skills –
step by step – speak –
follow – breathe

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1. Interviewer: Hello! Can you tell us your name?
Expert: Hello! My name is Maria.

2. Interviewer: What is your job?
Expert: I am an __________ in personal skills.

3. Interviewer: Why do people need to know their skills?
Expert: It helps them do __________ in work, school, and life.

4. Interviewer: How can someone find their strengths?
Expert: They can try new things and see what is __________ for them.

5. Interviewer: And how can someone see their weaknesses?
Expert: They can notice what is __________ or ask friends for help.

6. Interviewer: Can teachers help with this?
Expert: Yes, teachers can give __________ and tell you what you do well.

7. Interviewer: What about friends? Can they help too?
Expert: Yes, friends can see your __________ and give helpful feedback.

8. Interviewer: What should someone do after they know their strengths?
Expert: They should use their strengths in work or __________

9. Interviewer: And after they know their weaknesses?
Expert: They can try to improve them __________.

10. Interviewer: How can people improve their skills?
Expert: By practicing every day and __________ new things.

11. Interviewer: How can someone communicate better with others?
Expert: They should __________ clearly and listen carefully.

12. Interviewer: What can people do if they feel nervous or stressed?
Expert: They can stay calm and __________ deeply.

13. Interviewer: Why is it important to _________ rules?
Expert: Rules help everyone work together safely and fairly.

14. Interviewer: What is your main advice for young people?
Expert: Use your strengths, learn from __________, and always try to improve.

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Correct version:

1. Interviewer: Hello! Can you tell us your name?
Expert: Hello! My name is Maria.

2. Interviewer: What is your job?
Expert: I am an expert in personal skills.

3. Interviewer: Why do people need to know their skills?
Expert: It helps them do better in work, school, and life.

4. Interviewer: How can someone find their strengths?
Expert: They can try new things and see what is easy for them.

5. Interviewer: And how can someone see their weaknesses?
Expert: They can notice what is difficult or ask friends for help.

6. Interviewer: Can teachers help with this?
Expert: Yes, teachers can give advice and tell you what you do well.

7. Interviewer: What about friends? Can they help too?
Expert: Yes, friends can see your skills and give helpful feedback.

8. Interviewer: What should someone do after they know their strengths?
Expert: They should use their strengths in work or school.

9. Interviewer: And after they know their weaknesses?
Expert: They can try to improve them step by step.

10. Interviewer: How can people improve their skills?
Expert: By practicing every day and learning new things.

11. Interviewer: How can someone communicate better with others?
Expert: They should speak clearly and listen carefully.

12. Interviewer: What can people do if they feel nervous or stressed?
Expert: They can stay calm and breathe deeply.

13. Interviewer: Why is it important to follow rules?
Expert: Rules help everyone work together safely and fairly.

14. Interviewer: What is your main advice for young people?
Expert: Use your strengths, learn from mistakes, and always try to improve.

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True or false:
1. Maria is an expert in personal skills.
2. People do not need to know their skills.
3. Strengths are things that are easy and good for a person.
4. Weaknesses are always bad and cannot be improved.
5. Teachers can give advice about your skills.
6. Friends cannot help you notice your strengths or weaknesses.
7. After knowing your strengths, you should use them in work or school.
8. You should ignore your weaknesses and not try to improve them.
9. Practicing every day helps you improve skills.
10. Speaking clearly and listening carefully helps communication.
11. Feeling nervous or stressed is good and should not be managed.
12. Following rules is not important in work or school.
________________________
True: 1,3,5,7,8,9,10
________________________
Full version:
1. Maria is an expert in personal skills.
2. People do not need to know their skills. True is: People need to know their skills.
3. Strengths are things that are easy and good for a person.
4. Weaknesses are always bad and cannot be improved. True is: Weaknesses can be improved with practice.
5. Teachers can give advice about your skills.
6. Friends cannot help you notice your strengths or weaknesses. True is: Friends can help you notice your strengths and weaknesses.
7. After knowing your strengths, you should use them in work or school.
8. You should ignore your weaknesses and not try to improve them. True is: You should try to improve your weaknesses.
9. Practicing every day helps you improve skills.
10. Speaking clearly and listening carefully helps communication.
11. Feeling nervous or stressed is good and should not be managed. True is: Feeling nervous or stressed should be managed.
12. Following rules is not important in work or school. True is: Following rules is important in work or school.
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16. September 2025

🙌How to find your strengths and weaknesses at work🙌, part 1 (A2)

analyze yourself

🏨 1. Common Strengths in Hospitality & Tourism ✅

Ask yourself: “What am I good at?”

🗣 Speaking & communication

“I speak clearly.”
“I smile and talk in a friendly way.”
“I listen to guests.”

🙌 Service & helping people

“I help guests fast.”
“I understand what guests need.”
“I stay calm when guests are angry.”

🌍 Languages & culture

“I speak more than one language.”
“I respect different cultures.”

🕒 Teamwork & responsibility

“I am always on time.”
“I work well in a team.”
“I follow rules and company standards.”

🧭 Problem solving

“I can find solutions when there is a problem.”
“I can stay calm in busy times.”

⚠️ 2. Common Weaknesses in Hospitality & Tourism ❌

Ask yourself: “What is difficult for me?”

“I feel shy when I talk to guests.”
“I don’t understand some accents.”
“I forget details sometimes.”
“I get stressed when it’s busy.”
“I need to improve my English.”
“I have problems with time management.”

👉 Weakness is not bad. It shows where you can learn more. 🌱

🧪 3. Real Work Situations to Check Yourself

Situation	Ask yourself	Strength example	Weakness example
Welcoming guests	Can I smile and speak clearly?	“I make guests feel welcome.”	“I speak too quiet.”
Giving information	Can I explain clearly in English?	“I can give good directions.”	“I forget words.”
Solving problems	What do I do when a guest is angry?	“I stay calm.”	“I panic.”
Working in a team	Do I support my co-workers?	“I help my team.”	“I don’t talk much.”
Busy times (check-in, tour start, rush)	How do I feel when it’s very busy?	“I work fast and calm.”	“I feel stressed.”

🪞 4. Ask Others

Ask your manager, co-worker, or friend:

“What am I good at in my job?”
“What can I do better?”
“How do I help the team?”
“How do I talk to guests?”

📝 Write down what they say. Sometimes other people see our strengths better than we do.

✍️ 5. My Personal List

✅ My Strengths:

❌ My Weaknesses:

🌱 6. How to Improve Weaknesses

Weakness	Small step to improve
I feel shy	Smile and say “Hello” to 1 new guest each day.
I forget words	Learn 3 new English words per day.
I get stressed	Take a deep breath, focus on one task at a time.
I don’t understand accents	Watch short English videos with subtitles.
I’m slow at check-in	Practice the steps every day with a friend.

✅ Tip:

Strengths make you proud.
Weaknesses help you grow.
Small steps every day make a big change.

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16. September 2025

✨How to live your dream – a young girl has a dream, part 2✨ (A2)

some ideas

My name is Maya. I have a big dream. I want to live my dream and I know what to do. First, I think clearly about my dream. I ask myself: What exactly do I want? Why is it important? What skills do I need? I write my dream down. Writing makes my dream real and helps me plan for the future.

Next, I want to learn new skills. Education is very important. If school is not possible, I can learn skills from local programs, NGOs, or online for free. I can learn tailoring, farming, language, or computer skills. I practice English because one day I want to work or travel abroad. Even small skills can help me in the future.

Then, I take the first small step. If I want a business, I can start selling small things in the local market. If I want to teach, I can help younger children. I know that every big dream starts with one small step.

I also build a support network. I talk to teachers, neighbors, or local groups. Mentors can help me and give advice. I also learn to manage money. I save a little money and avoid loans.

I am open to opportunities. I can join training, scholarships, or work in the city. Life can be hard, but I stay strong and never give up. When I succeed, I want to help others too. My dream can inspire my village.

_____________
Vocabulary:

to live one’s dream – to do what you really want in life
a skill – something you can do well
education – learning at school or from teachers
NGO – a group that helps people, not part of the government
online – on the internet
for free – without paying money
to learn tailoring – to learn how to make or fix clothes
to travel abroad – to go to another country
to take a small step – to start doing something little to reach a big goal
to sell – to give something to someone and get money
to teach – to help someone learn
to support somebody – to help someone
a network – a group of people you know who can help you
a neighbor – a person who lives near you
a mentor – a person who gives advice and helps you learn
to give advice – to tell someone what they should do
to avoid loans – to not borrow money from others
to be open to opportunities – to say yes to new chances
to join training – to learn new skills in a class or program
a scholarship – money that helps you study
to stay strong – to keep trying even if it is hard
to never give up – to keep trying, even if it is difficult
to succeed – to reach your goal [something you want to do in the future]
to inspire somebody – to make someone want to do something good

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Multiple choice, one answer correct:

audio file 1:

audio file 2

To live one’s dream means…
a) to sleep during each day
b) to watch TV every day
c) to do what you really want
A skill is…
a) a place to sleep at home
b) something you can do very well
c) a type of tasty food
Education is…
a) learning in a small school
b) playing games with friends
c) learning at school from teachers
An NGO is…
a) a type of money to use
b) a type of school building
c) a group that helps people
Online means…
a) on a bus or on a train
b) in a shop or at the market
c) on the internet at home
For free means…
a) without paying any money
b) in a park with some friends
c) with many people around you
To learn tailoring is…
a) to cook food for other people
b) to learn how to make clothes
c) to learn a new language now
To travel abroad means…
a) to go to another country
b) to go to another village
c) to go to another city
To take a small step is…
a) to sleep for a long time now
b) to run very fast outside today
c) to start doing a small thing
To sell means…
a) to give something and get money
b) to eat food quickly right now
c) to watch TV at home today
To teach means…
a) to help someone to learn
b) to dance in a group today
c) to paint the wall at home
To support somebody means…
a) to help a person in need
b) to run very fast outside now
c) to make a lot of noise today
A network is…
a) a small type of house today
b) a group of people who help
c) a kind of food or drink
A neighbor is…
a) a person living far away
b) a kind of small pet dog
c) a person living near you
A mentor is…
a) a person who helps you learn
b) a type of healthy food today
c) a type of tree or plant
To give advice is…
a) to clean the house every day
b) to tell someone what to do
c) to play a game with friends now
To avoid loans is…
a) to sleep late at night now
b) to buy many things quickly
c) to not borrow money from others
To be open to opportunities is…
a) to play football today
b) to close the door very fast
c) to say yes to new chances
———end of audio file 1———
To join training is…
a) to watch TV at home alone
b) to learn new skills in class
c) to eat in a restaurant now
A scholarship is…
a) a new type of phone device
b) money that helps you study
c) a kind of new shoe style
To stay strong is…
a) to run very fast outside
b) to keep trying when it is hard
c) to sleep all day long now
To never give up is…
a) to keep trying even if hard
b) to hide at home all day
c) to stop everything immediately
To succeed is…
a) to forget all things quickly
b) to reach your main goal
c) to go shopping in the city
To inspire somebody is…
a) to sing a long song today
b) to clean a big room now
c) to make someone want to do good
Goal is…
a) a kind of small animal
b) a type of small toy for kids
c) something you want to achieve [reach a goal]

__________________
Answers:
1c, 2b, 3c, 4c, 5c, 6a, 7b, 8a,
9c, 10a, 11a, 12a, 13b, 14c, 15a, 16b,
17c, 18c, 19b, 20b, 21b, 22a, 23b, 24c, 25c
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Correct answers:

To live one’s dream means to do what you really want.

A skill is something you can do very well.

Education is learning at school from teachers.

An NGO is a group that helps people.

Online means on the internet at home.

For free means without paying any money.

To learn tailoring is to learn how to make clothes.

To travel abroad means to go to another country.

To take a small step is to start doing a small thing.

To sell means to give something and get money.

To teach means to help someone to learn.

To support somebody means to help a person in need.

A network is a group of people who help.

A neighbor is a person living near you.

A mentor is a person who helps you learn.

To give advice is to tell someone what to do.

To avoid loans is to not borrow money from others.

To be open to opportunities is to say yes to new chances.

To join training is to learn new skills in class.

A scholarship is money that helps you study.

To stay strong is to keep trying when it is hard.

To never give up is to keep trying even if hard.

To succeed is to reach your main goal.

To inspire somebody is to make someone want to do good.

Goal is something you want to achieve.

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Gap-fill exercise:

My name is Maya. I want to ______ my dream.
a) live
b) avoid
c) teach
I want to learn new ______ to help me in the future.
a) network
b) skills
c) goal
If I need help, I can talk to a ______.
a) scholarship
b) neighbor
c) mentor
I can ______ younger children if I want to teach.
a) sell
b) inspire
c) help
I want to work or travel ______ one day.
a) abroad
b) online
c) free
I try to save money and ______ loans.
a) take
b) avoid
c) achieve
I write my dream down to make it ______.
a) real
b) open
c) teach
I can join ______ to learn new skills.
a) advice
b) training
c) skill
My friends and teachers are part of my ______.
a) network
b) mentor
c) goal
A ______ can give me guidance and advice.
a) neighbor
b) mentor
c) skill
Every big dream starts with a small ______.
a) chance
b) scholarship
c) step
I want to ______ others with my success.
a) inspire
b) avoid
c) sell
I practice English because I want to work ______.
a) free
b) abroad
c) online
I try to stay strong and never ______.
a) sell
b) give up
c) join
Writing down goals helps me ______ them.
a) achieve
b) support
c) learn

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

My name is Maya. I want to live my dream.
I want to learn new skills to help me in the future.
If I need help, I can talk to a scholarship.
I can help younger children if I want to teach.
I want to work or travel abroad one day.
I try to save money and join loans.
I write my dream down to make it real.
I can join training to learn new skills.
My friends and teachers are part of my network.
A mentor can give me guidance and advice.
Every big dream starts with a small chance.
I want to sell others with my success.
I practice English because I want to work abroad.
I try to stay strong and never give up.
Writing down goals helps me achieve them.

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True or false:

Maya wants to inspire her village with her success.
Maya thinks planning for her dream is not important.
Every big dream starts with many big steps.
Maya writes her dream down to make it real.
Maya can join training programs to learn skills.
Maya does not save any money because loans are easy.
Practicing English can help Maya work or travel abroad.
Maya should avoid talking to teachers and neighbors.
Mentors can give advice and support Maya.
Maya believes that small skills are useless for the future.
Maya can help younger children if she wants to teach.
Education can help Maya learn new skills.
Maya cannot learn skills online.
Writing a dream down does not help Maya plan for the future.

________________
True: 1,4,5,7,9,11,12

________________
Correct answers:

Maya wants to inspire her village with her success.

Maya thinks planning for her dream is not important. True is: Maya thinks planning for her dream is important.

Every big dream starts with many big steps. True is: Every big dream starts with one small step.

Maya writes her dream down to make it real.

Maya can join training programs to learn skills.

Maya does not save any money because loans are easy. True is: Maya saves money and avoids loans.

Practicing English can help Maya work or travel abroad.

Maya should avoid talking to teachers and neighbors. True is: Maya talks to teachers and neighbors for support.

Mentors can give advice and support Maya.

Maya believes that small skills are useless for the future. True is: Even small skills can help in the future.

Maya can help younger children if she wants to teach.

Education can help Maya learn new skills.

Maya cannot learn skills online. True is: Maya can learn skills online.

Writing a dream down does not help Maya plan for the future. True is: Writing a dream down helps Maya plan for the future.

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Match-the-word-to-definition exercise:

Words:

Dream
Skill
Education
NGO
Online
For free
Tailoring
Abroad
Step
Sell
Teach
Mentor
Network
Goal

Definitions:

a) A group of people who help others in need
b) To give knowledge or help someone learn
c) Something you want to achieve
d) On the internet
e) To make or repair clothes
f) A small action toward achieving something bigger
g) Something you can do very well
h) A person who gives advice and guidance
i) To give something and get money for it
j) Without paying any money
k) Learning at school or from teachers
l) To live or travel in another country
m) A connected group of people who help each other
n) Something you hope to do or become

___________________
Answers:
1n, 2g, 3k, 4a, 5d, 6j, 7e,
8l, 9f, 10i, 11b, 12h, 13m, 14c

___________________

Correct answers:

Dream – Something you hope to do or become
Skill – Something you can do very well
Education – Learning at school or from teachers
NGO – A group of people who help others in need
Online – On the internet
For free – Without paying any money
Tailoring – To make or repair clothes
Abroad – To live or travel in another country
Step – A small action toward achieving something bigger
Sell – To give something and get money for it
Teach – To give knowledge or help someone learn
Mentor – A person who gives advice and guidance
Network – A connected group of people who help each other
Goal – Something you want to achieve

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Dialogue, fill in, words below:

for free – real – community – helps –
children – village – learning – skills –
mentors – avoid –
inspire – scholarships

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Interview with Maya

Interviewer: Hello Maya! Can you tell me what your dream is?
Maya: Hello! My dream is to live my dream and help my __________.

Interviewer: Why is your dream important for you?
Maya: It is important because it helps me grow and also __________ other people.

Interviewer: How do you plan for your dream?
Maya: I think clearly about it and write it down. Writing makes my dream___________.

Interviewer: What skills do you want to learn?
Maya: I learn English, tailoring, and other __________ from school or online.

Interviewer: Do you start with small steps for your dream?
Maya: Yes, I start small. I help _________ and sell small things in the market.

Interviewer: Who helps you to reach your dream?
Maya: Teachers, neighbors, and -_________ help me and give advice.

Interviewer: Do you save money?
Maya: Yes, I save money and __________ loans to reach my goal.

Interviewer: Can you learn online or in other places?
Maya: Yes, I can learn online or in local programs __________.

Interviewer: Are opportunities important for you?
Maya: Yes, I am open to opportunities like training or __________.

Interviewer: How do you stay strong when life is hard?
Maya: I never give up and always try to keep __________ and improving.

Interviewer: Do you want to inspire other people?
Maya: Yes, I want my success to__________ my village and others.

Interviewer: What is your goal in the future?
Maya: My goal is to achieve my dream and help my __________.

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Correct version:

Interview with Maya

Interviewer: Hello Maya! Can you tell me what your dream is?
Maya: Hello! My dream is to live my dream and help my village.

Interviewer: Why is your dream important for you?
Maya: It is important because it helps me grow and also helps other people.

Interviewer: How do you plan for your dream?
Maya: I think clearly about it and write it down. Writing makes my dream real.

Interviewer: What skills do you want to learn?
Maya: I learn English, tailoring, and other skills from school or online.

Interviewer: Do you start with small steps for your dream?
Maya: Yes, I start small. I help children and sell small things in the market.

Interviewer: Who helps you to reach your dream?
Maya: Teachers, neighbors, and mentors help me and give advice.

Interviewer: Do you save money?
Maya: Yes, I save money and avoid loans to reach my goal.

Interviewer: Can you learn online or in other places?
Maya: Yes, I can learn online or in local programs for free.

Interviewer: Are opportunities important for you?
Maya: Yes, I am open to opportunities like training or scholarships.

Interviewer: How do you stay strong when life is hard?
Maya: I never give up and always try to keep learning and improving.

Interviewer: Do you want to inspire other people?
Maya: Yes, I want my success to inspire my village and others.

Interviewer: What is your goal in the future?
Maya: My goal is to achieve my dream and help my community.

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Cheat sheet:

Step	What to Do	How to Do It	Tip
🌱 1. Know Your Dream	Think about your dream	Ask: What do I want? Why is it important? What skills do I need?	📝 Write your dream in a notebook
📚 2. Learn Skills	Learn new skills	Go to school, training, or online. Learn sewing, farming, computers, or English	🎓 Small skills help a lot
🛠 3. Start Small	Begin with small steps	Sell small things, help children, work in a town	🚶 Every big dream starts small
🤝 4. Find Support	Get help from others	Talk to teachers, friends, neighbors, or groups	🫂 Good people help you succeed
💰 5. Save Money	Save a little money	Keep some money each month. Avoid bad loans	💵 Little money can grow
🌍 6. Take Chances	Try new opportunities	Apply for programs, work in a town, join volunteering	✨ Be ready when a chance comes
💪 7. Be Strong	Do not give up	Believe in yourself. Keep going after problems	🔥 Strength and hope are important
🌸 8. Help Others	Give back to your village	Help family and village when you can	🌟 This inspires others too

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My name is Maya. I have a big dream. I want to live my dream and help my village. I think clearly about my dream and write it down. Writing makes my dream real. I learn new skills like English and tailoring at school, online, or in local programs. I start with small steps, like helping children or selling small things. Teachers, neighbors, and mentors give me advice and support. I save money and avoid loans. I join training and am open to opportunities. I stay strong, never give up, and want to inspire others.
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REWRITE THE STORY STARTING WITH

>>>>>>>>>>>>Her name is Maya. She has…………….

and make all changes necessary.

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Correct story:

Her name is Maya. She has a big dream. She wants to live her dream and help her village. She thinks clearly about her dream and writes it down. Writing makes her dream real. She learns new skills like English and tailoring at school, online, or in local programs. She starts with small steps, like helping children or selling small things. Teachers, neighbors, and mentors give her advice and support. She saves money and avoids loans. She joins training and is open to opportunities. She stays strong, never gives up, and wants to inspire others.

16. September 2025

✨How to live your dream – a young girl has a dream, part 1✨ (B2, B1, A2, A1)
- some ideas
Level B2

🌱 1. Start by Defining the Dream Clearly

Even the biggest dreams need a clear shape.
Ask:
- What exactly do I want to do? (e.g., become a nurse, open a small business, travel, support my family)
- Why is it important to me?
- What skills or resources do I need to get there?
📝 Tip: Writing down a dream makes it more real and easier to plan for.

📚 2. Get Education or Practical Skills

Education is one of the most powerful tools for breaking the poverty cycle.
If formal education isn’t easily available:
- Look for local NGOs or government programs that offer free skills training (tailoring, agriculture, hospitality, language, computer skills).
- Learn online for free through YouTube, Coursera, or local learning centers.
- Practice English or another language if the dream involves travel or working abroad.
🎓 Even small skills can become the foundation for a bigger future.

🧭 3. Start Small — Take the First Step

Big dreams don’t need big money at the start.
Examples:
- If she wants to run a business → sell small things first in the local market.
- If she wants to be a teacher → tutor younger kids in the village.
- If she wants to travel → work or volunteer in nearby towns to earn and save slowly.
🚶 Every successful person starts with one small step.

🤝 4. Build a Support Network
- Connect with local women’s groups, community leaders, or church/temple/mosque groups that support young people.
- Look for mentors — a teacher, a neighbor, a social worker.
- Use social media wisely to learn, not just scroll.
🫂 The right people can open doors you didn’t know existed.

💰 5. Learn to Manage Money

Even with little income, learning to save and plan is powerful:
- Save a small amount regularly.
- Avoid high-interest loans.
- If possible, join microfinance or community savings groups.
💵 Money is a tool — even a little can grow with planning.

🌍 6. Be Open to Opportunities

Many successful people from humble backgrounds succeeded because they:
- Applied for scholarships or training abroad
- Joined volunteer or exchange programs
- Worked in a city for a while to support their dream
✨ When a door opens, be ready to walk through it.

💪 7. Stay Strong When Life Is Hard
- There will be moments of doubt or failure.
- Some people will not believe in her dream — but she must believe in herself.
- Many women from rural Southeast Asia have built inspiring lives through strength, faith, and persistence.
🔥 Dreamers don’t need to be rich — they need to be determined.

🌸 8. Give Back

When she achieves her dream — even a small part of it — she can inspire and help others from her village, too. This creates a cycle of empowerment.

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Level B1

🌱 1. Know Your Dream

Every big dream needs a clear idea.
She can ask herself:
- What do I really want to do? (for example: become a nurse, open a shop, travel, help my family)
- Why is it important to me?
- What do I need to learn to reach this dream?
📝 Writing down the dream makes it easier to follow.

📚 2. Learn New Skills

Education is very important to change a life.
If school is not easy to reach, she can:
- Look for free training from NGOs or government programs.
- Learn sewing, farming, hospitality, computers, or languages.
- Use free online learning tools, like YouTube.
- Learn English or another language if she wants to work abroad.
🎓 Even a small skill can be the first step to success.

🧭 3. Start Small

Big dreams can begin with small actions.
For example:
- If she wants to run a business → she can start to sell a few products in the local market.
- If she wants to teach → she can help children in her village.
- If she wants to travel → she can work or volunteer in a nearby town to save money.
🚶 Every dream begins with a small step.

🤝 4. Find People Who Support You

It is easier to grow with help.
She can:
- Talk to teachers, kind neighbors, or community leaders.
- Join groups for women or young people.
- Use social media to learn useful things and meet good people.
🫂 The right people can help her find new chances.

💰 5. Learn to Save Money

Money is important to build a future.
She can:
- Save a small amount each month.
- Avoid bad or expensive loans.
- Join a small savings group in her community.
💵 Even little money can grow when you plan well.

🌍 6. Look for Opportunities

Many people from poor families changed their lives because they:
- Applied for scholarships or training programs.
- Joined volunteer or exchange programs.
- Worked in a city to earn money and learn new skills.
✨ When a chance comes, she should be ready to take it.

💪 7. Be Strong

There will be hard times.
Some people may not believe in her dream.
She must keep believing in herself and continue moving forward.
Many women from the countryside have succeeded with strength and hope.

🔥 You don’t need to be rich to follow a dream — you need to be strong.

🌸 8. Help Others

When she reaches her dream, even just part of it, she can help her family and her village.
This gives hope to other young women and creates a better future for everyone.

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Level A2:

🌱 1. Know the Dream

She should ask:
- What do I want to do? (for example: be a nurse, open a shop, help my family)
- Why is this important to me?
- What do I need to learn?
📝 Writing the dream in a book can help.

📚 2. Learn New Skills

Education is important.
If school is not possible, she can:
- Join free training from a group or the government.
- Learn sewing, farming, cooking, or English.
- Use the internet or YouTube to learn.
🎓 Small skills can help her future.

🧭 3. Start Small

Big dreams can start small.
- If she wants a shop → sell small things in the market.
- If she wants to teach → help children in the village.
- If she wants to travel → work and save some money.
🚶 A dream starts with one step.

🤝 4. Find Good People

She can talk to:
- Teachers or neighbors
- Women’s groups or village groups
- People who can help her
🫂 Good people can open new doors.

💰 5. Save Money

Money is important.
She can:
- Save a little each month.
- Not take bad loans.
- Join a small savings group.
💵 A little money can grow.

🌍 6. Look for Chances

She can:
- Apply for a program or training.
- Work in a city.
- Learn new things.
✨ When a chance comes, she should try.

💪 7. Be Strong

Sometimes life is hard.
Some people may say “no.”
She must believe in herself.
Many women from poor families found a better life.

🔥 She doesn’t need to be rich. She needs to be strong.

🌸 8. Help Others

When she reaches her dream, she can help her family and her village.
She can give hope to other young women too.

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Level A1

🌱 1. Know Your Dream

She asks:
- What do I want to do? (be a nurse, open a shop, help my family)
- Why is it important?
- What do I need to learn?
📝 Writing her dream in a book helps.

📚 2. Learn Skills

Learning is good.
If school is hard, she can:
- Join free training.
- Learn sewing, farming, or English.
- Watch videos on the internet.
🎓 Small skills help her future.

🧭 3. Start Small

Big dreams can start small.
- Want a shop? → Sell small things.
- Want to teach? → Help children.
- Want to travel? → Work and save money.
🚶 Start with one step.

🤝 4. Find Good People

She can ask for help:
- Teachers or neighbors
- Women’s groups
- People who can help
🫂 Good people can help her.

💰 5. Save Money

Money is important.
She can:
- Save a little every month.
- Avoid bad loans.
- Join a small saving group.
💵 Little money grows.

🌍 6. Look for Chances

She can:
- Join a program or training
- Work in a city
- Learn new things
✨ When a chance comes, she should try.

💪 7. Be Strong

Life is sometimes hard.
Some people may say “no.”
She must believe in herself.
Many poor women find a better life.

🔥 She needs strength, not money.

🌸 8. Help Others

When she reaches her dream, she can help her family.
She can help her village.
She can give hope to other young women.
16. September 2025
🍽️Chef Chanrith🍽️, the creator of culinary delights at the Kroya (A2, revised, audio files added)
Having enjoyed culinary delights created by Chef Reza a couple of times, former chef at the Kroya, I’ve also had the pleasure of enjoying Chef Chanrith’s delicious creations.

Chef Van Chanrith is the Executive Chef at Shinta Mani Angkor and Bensley Collection Pool Villas in Siem Reap, Cambodia. He is also the head chef at Kroya by Chef Chanrith, a restaurant that serves traditional Khmer (Cambodian) food with a modern style.

Chef Chanrith began his cooking career in 1999. He worked in many kitchens and became an executive chef. He loves Cambodian food and wants to keep its true taste while making it look new and creative. He uses fresh, local ingredients and believes that real Cambodian flavors should be shared with the world.

At Kroya, guests can enjoy special dishes such as beef lok lak made with soft, aged beef. There is also a traditional village soup that includes forest red ants. These dishes show the rich history and flavors of Cambodia.

Chef Chanrith also teaches cooking classes. Guests visit local markets with him to buy fresh ingredients. Then they learn how to cook Cambodian dishes in the traditional way.

Chef Chanrith cares about nature and people. His kitchen recycles food waste and supports local farmers and charities.

Through his food and teaching, he hopes more people will discover and love the taste of Cambodia.

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Vocabulary:

to discover – to find or learn something new

a creator – a person who makes something

culinary delights – very good food

a pleasure – something that makes you happy

to enjoy – to feel happy when you do something

a delicious creation – something tasty that someone made

to serve food – to give food to someone

an executive chef – the main chef in a kitchen

a taste – the feeling in your mouth when you eat something

an ingredient – food you use to make a dish (like rice, salt, or meat)

to believe – to think something is true

a flavor – the special taste of food

to share with somebody – to let someone have part of what you have

a dish – a type of food (like soup or rice with meat)

aged beef – beef (cow meat) that has been kept for some time to make it softer and better

red ants – small red insects, sometimes used in food

to care about something – to think something is important

to recycle waste – to use trash again in a different way

to support charities – to help groups that help people

though – but (used to show something different or surprising)

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Multiple-choice questions, one answer is correct:

1. What is a creator?
a) A person who eats food
b) A person who makes something
c) A person who buys food

2. What does „culinary delights“ mean?
a) Very tasty food
b) A cooking book
c) A big kitchen

3. What is a pleasure?
a) A type of food
b) Something that makes you happy
c) A hard job

4. What does it mean to enjoy something?
a) To feel happy doing it
b) To leave it behind
c) To make it hot

5. What is a delicious creation?
a) A food that tastes very bad
b) A food that is not cooked
c) A food someone made that tastes very good

6. What does it mean to serve food?
a) To give food to people
b) To throw food away
c) To buy food at a store

7. What is an executive chef?
a) The boss of a kitchen
b) A person who cleans dishes
c) A waiter in a restaurant

8. What is a taste?
a) The way something smells
b) The feeling in your mouth when you eat
c) A sound in a restaurant

9. What is an ingredient?
a) A plate for food
b) A type of drink
c) A food used to make a meal

10. What does it mean to believe something?
a) To know it is wrong
b) To think it is true
c) To forget it

11. What is a flavor?
a) The special taste of food
b) The color of food
c) The size of food

12. What does it mean to share something with somebody?
a) To hide it from them
b) To keep it all for yourself
c) To give part of it to them

13. What is a dish?
a) A person who eats
b) A kind of food
c) A glass for water

14. What is aged beef?
a) Old meat that is better to eat
b) Beef that is cooked in sugar
c) Beef that is very new

15. What are red ants in food?
a) A kind of rice
b) Small red insects sometimes used in cooking
c) A fruit from Cambodia

16. What does it mean to care about something?
a) To not think about it
b) To think it is important
c) To break it

17. What does it mean to recycle waste?
a) To throw it in the street
b) To burn it
c) To use trash again in a new way

18. What does it mean to support charities?
a) To help people and good causes
b) To open a restaurant
c) To sell food for money
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19. What does „though“ mean?
a) Before something happens
b) But (to show a different idea)
c) Because something is true

20. What does it mean to discover something?
a) To find or learn something new
b) To lose something
c) To cook something twice

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Answers:

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

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Match the word (1–20) to the correct definition (A–T)

Words:
1. flavor
2. to recycle waste
3. red ants
4. dish
5. ingredient
6. to care about something
7. to enjoy
8. executive chef
9. culinary delights
10. to believe
11. aged beef
12. to discover
13. creator
14. to support charities
15. taste
16. to serve food
17. a pleasure
18. though
19. to share with somebody
20. a delicious creation
Definitions:

A. Small red insects sometimes used in food
B. To feel happy when doing something
C. The main chef in a kitchen
D. A food someone made that tastes very good
E. A type of food or meal
F. To use trash again in a new way
G. Something that makes you happy
H. The feeling in your mouth when you eat
I. To think something is true
J. Beef that has been kept to improve taste
K. A food used to make a meal
L. Very tasty food
M. To give food to people
N. To help people or good causes
O. The special taste of food
P. To think something is important
Q. A person who makes something
R. To give part of something to someone
S. But (to show a different idea)
T. To find or learn something new

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

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Gap-fill test – which word is correct?
1. Chef Chanrith is the __________ (waiter / driver / creator) of many special Cambodian dishes.
2. At Kroya, guests can try __________ (hotel rooms / culinary delights / cooking pots) from Cambodia.
3. It is always __________ (a problem / a pleasure / a danger) to eat his food.
4. Many people (hide / enjoy / forget) __________ the cooking classes he offers.
5. His beef lok lak is __________ (a sweet drink / a delicious creation / a broken plate).
6. He loves to __________ (clean windows / serve food / play music) to guests from around the world.
7. Chef Chanrith is the __________ (taxi driver / executive chef / hotel guard) at Shinta Mani Angkor.
8. He always keeps the real __________ (price / taste / size) of Cambodian food.
9. Every dish starts with a fresh __________ (menu / table / ingredient).
10. He __________ (shouts / forgets / believes) that Cambodian food should be shared with the world.
11. The __________ (color / flavor / name) of his soup is strong and special.
12. He wants to __________ (cook without somebody / share with somebody / sell from somebody) the joy of Khmer food.
13. A popular __________ (door / dish / desk) is village soup with red ants.
14. His kitchen uses __________ (green bananas / aged beef / frozen apples) to make lok lak tender.
15. He works to __________ (write novels / support charities / build temples) that help local people.
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1 creator 2 culinary delights 3 a pleasure 4 enjoy 5 a delicious creation 6 serve food 7 executive chef 8 taste 9 ingredient 10 believes 11 flavor 12 share with somebody 13 dish 14 aged beef 15 support charities

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True or false?
1. Chef Chanrith uses fresh, local ingredients in his cooking.
2. He works as a waiter at Kroya restaurant.
3. Beef lok lak is one of the dishes guests can try at Kroya.
4. Chef Chanrith started his culinary career in 2010.
5. He believes in keeping the authentic flavors of Cambodian food.
6. Chef Chanrith does not offer any cooking classes.
7. His kitchen supports local farmers and charities.
8. He uses frozen ingredients in all his dishes.
9. Chef Chanrith wants to share Cambodian food with the world.
10. He recycles food waste in his kitchen.
11. Kroya is known for Italian food.
12. The village soup includes forest red ants as an ingredient.
13. Chef Chanrith prefers to use imported ingredients.
14. He works only as a head chef and not as an executive chef.
15. Guests can visit local markets during cooking classes.
______________________
True:

1 3 5 7 9 10 12 15

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Fill in:
1. Chef Chanrith cooks delicious __________ every day.
2. He is the __________ chef at the hotel.
3. Guests enjoy traditional Cambodian dishes with fresh __________.
4. The kitchen always __________ fresh local ingredients for cooking.
5. Beef lok lak is a very popular __________here.
6. The flavor of Chef Chanrith’s ___________ is excellent.
7. Chef Chanrith loves to share recipes with __________.
8. He started his __________ career back in 1999.
9. The restaurant Kroya __________ traditional food with a twist.
10. He uses __________ vegetables and meat in his dishes.
11. Guests can __________ cooking classes to learn Cambodian food.
12. His kitchen works hard to recycle all food __________.
13. Chef Chanrith cares a lot about the __________.
14. He wants to show Cambodian __________to the world.
15. The village soup contains forest red __________ as ingredient.
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Correct version:
1. Chef Chanrith cooks delicious food every day.
2. He is the executive chef at the hotel.
3. Guests enjoy traditional Cambodian dishes with fresh ingredients.
4. The kitchen always uses fresh local ingredients for cooking.
5. Beef lok lak is a very popular dish here.
6. The flavor of Chef Chanrith’s food is excellent.
7. Chef Chanrith loves to share recipes with guests.
8. He started his cooking career back in 1999.
9. The restaurant Kroya serves traditional food with a twist.
10. He uses local vegetables and meat in his dishes.
11. Guests can join cooking classes to learn Cambodian food.
12. His kitchen works hard to recycle all food waste.
13. Chef Chanrith cares a lot about the environment.
14. He wants to show Cambodian food to the world.
15. The village soup contains forest red ants as ingredient.
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Fill in, words below:

Interviewer: Where do you work?
Chef Chanrith: I work at Shinta Mani Angkor hotel and Bensley Pool Villas.

Interviewer: What food do you cook?
Chef Chanrith: I cook __________ Cambodian food with a new style.

Interviewer: What do you use for cooking?
Chef Chanrith: I use fresh and local _________.

Interviewer: Why do you __________ Cambodian food?
Chef Chanrith: I want to keep the real taste of Cambodia.

Interviewer: What is Kroya?
Chef Chanrith: Kroya is my __________ where people eat Khmer food.

Interviewer: What dishes do you have at Kroya?
Chef Chanrith: We have __________ lok lak and village soup with red ants.

Interviewer: Do you teach cooking?
Chef Chanrith: Yes, I teach guests to cook and visit __________.

Interviewer: How do you help nature?
Chef Chanrith: We __________ food waste and help local farmers.

Interviewer: What do you want to share?
Chef Chanrith: I want to share the good ___________ of Cambodian food.

Interviewer: When do you start work?
Chef Chanrith: I start work __________ every day.

Interviewer: What is your big goal?
Chef Chanrith: I want to __________ Cambodian food to the world.

________________________
ingredients – taste – traditional – markets – cook – recycle – restaurant – early – beef – show
________________________

Interviewer: Where do you work?
Chef Chanrith: I work at Shinta Mani Angkor hotel and Bensley Pool Villas.

Interviewer: What food do you cook?
Chef Chanrith: I cook traditional Cambodian food with a new style.

Interviewer: What do you use for cooking?
Chef Chanrith: I use fresh and local ingredients.

Interviewer: Why do you cook Cambodian food?
Chef Chanrith: I want to keep the real taste of Cambodia.

Interviewer: What is Kroya?
Chef Chanrith: Kroya is my restaurant where people eat Khmer food.

Interviewer: What dishes do you have at Kroya?
Chef Chanrith: We have beef lok lak and village soup with red ants.

Interviewer: Do you teach cooking?
Chef Chanrith: Yes, I teach guests to cook and visit markets.

Interviewer: How do you help nature?
Chef Chanrith: We recycle food waste and help local farmers.

Interviewer: What do you want to share?
Chef Chanrith: I want to share the good taste of Cambodian food.

Interviewer: When do you start work?
Chef Chanrith: I start work early every day.

Interviewer: What is your big goal?
Chef Chanrith: I want to show Cambodian food to the world.

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I wake up early every day. I go to the market to buy fresh ingredients. Then, I go to the kitchen at the hotel. I prepare the food carefully. I cook traditional Cambodian dishes with fresh vegetables and meat. I check the flavors to make sure the food tastes good. I also talk with my team and help them. During the day, I serve food to guests at the restaurant. Sometimes, I teach cooking classes and show guests how to cook Khmer food. I always recycle food waste to help the environment. At the end of the day, I clean the kitchen and plan for tomorrow. I love my job because I share the taste of Cambodia with many people.

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Rewrite the story above starting with:

He wakes up early every day. He goes……….

and make all changes necessary.

________________

He wakes up early every day. He goes to the market to buy fresh ingredients. Then, he goes to the kitchen at the hotel. He prepares the food carefully. He cooks traditional Cambodian dishes with fresh vegetables and meat. He checks the flavors to make sure the food tastes good. He also talks with his team and helps them. During the day, he serves food to guests at the restaurant. Sometimes, he teaches cooking classes and shows guests how to cook Khmer food. He always recycles food waste to help the environment. At the end of the day, he cleans the kitchen and plans for tomorrow. He loves his job because he shares the taste of Cambodia with many people.

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16. September 2025

🤩Meet your first English sentences – Oum, a girl from Siem Reap (A1 beginners, part 7)

a day in her life.

Oum is a young girl.
She wakes up early.
She eats breakfast.
She puts on her school uniform.
She takes her bag.
She walks to school.
She sees her friends.
She goes to class.
She reads and writes.
She counts numbers.
She draws pictures.
She plays at break time.
She laughs with friends.
She learns many things.
The bell rings.
School is finished.
She walks home.
She eats dinner.
She does homework.
She goes to sleep.
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Vocabulary:

young – not old
to wake up – to open your eyes in the morning
to eat breakfast – to eat food in the morning
to put on a uniform – to wear school clothes
to take a bag – to pick up your school bag
to walk – to go with your feet
to see friends – to look at and meet friends
to go to class – to enter the classroom
to read – to look at words and understand
to write – to make words with a pen or pencil
to count numbers – to say 1, 2, 3, 4…
to draw pictures – to make a picture with a pencil or pen
to play – to have fun
break time – time to rest and play at school
to laugh – to make a happy sound “ha ha”
the bell rings – the school bell makes a sound “ding ding”
finished – done, no more
homework – school work at home
to sleep – to close your eyes and rest at night

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Basics:

Personal Pronoun	am / is / are
I	am	8 years old
You	are	8 years old
He	is	8 years old
She	is	8 years old
It	is	8 years old
We	are	8 years old
You (plural)	are	8 years old
They	are	8 years old

Negation:

Personal Pronoun	am not / is not / are not
I	am not	8 years old
You	are not	8 years old
He	is not	8 years old
She	is not	8 years old
It	is not	8 years old
We	are not	8 years old
You (plural)	are not	8 years old
They	are not	8 years old

Questions:

Question Word	Personal Pronoun
Am	I	8 years old?
Are	you	8 years old?
Is	he	8 years old?
Is	she	8 years old?
Is	it	8 years old?
Are	we	8 years old?
Are	you (plural)	8 years old?
Are	they	8 years old?

Statement:

Personal Pronoun	Verb
I	like	ice cream
You	like	ice cream
He	likes	ice cream
She	*likes*	ice cream
It	likes	ice cream
We	like	ice cream
You (plural)	like	ice cream
They	like	ice cream

Negation:

Personal Pronoun	Verb (negative)
I	do not like	ice cream
You	do not like	ice cream
He	does not like	ice cream
She	*does not like*	ice cream
It	does not like	ice cream
We	do not like	ice cream
You (plural)	do not like	ice cream
They	do not like	ice cream

Questions:

Do / Does	Personal Pronoun	Verb	Sugar?
Do	I	like	sugar?
Do	you	like	sugar?
*Does*	he	like	sugar?
*Does*	she	like	sugar?
*Does*	it	like	sugar?
Do	we	like	sugar?
Do	you (plural)	like	sugar?
Do	they	like	sugar?

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Negations, questions:

Oum is a young girl.

YOU WRITE:

a) Oum is not a young girl.
b) Is Oum a young girl?

2. She wakes up early.

YOU WRITE:

a) She does not eat breakfast.
b) Does she eat breakfast?

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3. Oum eats breakfast.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

4. Oum puts on her school uniform.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

5. Oum takes her bag.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

6. Oum walks to school.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

7. Oum sees her friends.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

8. Oum goes to class.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

9. Oum reads and writes.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

10. Oum counts numbers.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

11. Oum draws pictures.
a) ______________________
b) ______________________

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Correct version:

1. Oum is young.
a) Oum is not young.
b) Is Oum young?

2. Oum wakes up early.
a) Oum does not wake up early.
b) Does Oum wake up early?

3. Oum eats breakfast.
a) Oum does not eat breakfast.
b) Does Oum eat breakfast?

4. Oum puts on her uniform.
a) Oum does not put on her uniform.
b) Does Oum put on her uniform?

5. Oum takes her bag.
a) Oum does not take her bag.
b) Does Oum take her bag?

6. Oum walks to school.
a) Oum does not walk to school.
b) Does Oum walk to school?

7. Oum sees her friends.
a) Oum does not see her friends.
b) Does Oum see her friends?

8. Oum goes to class.
a) Oum does not go to class.
b) Does Oum go to class?

9. Oum reads and writes.
a) Oum does not read and write
b) Does Oum readand write?

11. Oum counts numbers.
a) Oum does not count numbers.
b) Does Oum count numbers?

12. Oum draws pictures.
a) Oum does not draw pictures.
b) Does Oum draw pictures?

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Answer:

Is Oum a young girl?

YOU WRITE:

Yes, she is a young girl.
Does Oum wake up early?
_______________________
Does Oum eat breakfast?
_______________________
Does Oum put on her school uniform?
_______________________
Does Oum walk to school?
_______________________
Does Oum see her friends?
_______________________
Does Oum go to class?
_______________________
Does Oum read and write?
_______________________
Does Oum play at break time?
_______________________
Does Oum do homework?
_______________________

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Correct answers:

Yes, Oum is a young girl.

Yes, Oum wakes up early.

Yes, Oum eats breakfast.

Yes, Oum puts on her school uniform.

Yes, Oum walks to school.

Yes, Oum sees her friends.

Yes, Oum goes to class.

Yes, Oum reads and writes.

Yes, Oum plays at break time.

Yes, Oum does homework.
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True?

Oum is an old woman.

YOU WRITE:

No, she is not an old woman. She is a young girl.
Oum sleeps all day.

YOU WRITE:

No, she does not sleep all day. She wakes up early.
Oum eats lunch in the morning.
______________________________
Oum wears a red dress to school.
______________________________
Oum drives a car to school.
______________________________
Oum sees a cat on the way to school.
______________________________
Oum sleeps in class.
______________________________
Oum sleeps at break time.
______________________________
Oum goes to school at night.
______________________________

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Correct version:

No, she is not an old woman. She is a young girl.
No, she does not sleep all day. She wakes up early.
No, she does not eat lunch in the morning. She eats breakfast.
No, she does not wear a red dress at school. She puts on her school uniform.
No, she does not drive a car to school. She walks to school.
No, she does not see a cat on the way to school. She sees her friends.
No, she does not sleep at break time. She plays at break time.
No, she does not go to school at night. She sleeps at night.

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True or false?

Is Oum a girl or a boy?

YOU WRITE:

Oum is not a boy. Oum is a girl
Does she get up at 10 in the morning?
______________________________
Does she eat breakfast at school?
______________________________
Does she wear a red dress?
______________________________
Does she walk or drive to school?
______________________________
Does she see a cat on the way to school?
______________________________
Does she sleep at break time?
______________________________
Does she go to school at night?
______________________________
Does she read and write in class?
______________________________
Does she do homework at school?
______________________________

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Correct version:

No, she is not a boy. She is a girl.

No, she does not get up at 10 in the morning. She gets up early.

No, she does not eat breakfast at school. She eats breakfast at home.

No, she does not wear a red dress. She puts on her school uniform.

No, she does not drive to school. She walks to school.

No, she does not see a cat on the way to school. She sees her friends.

No, she does not sleep at break time. She plays at break time.

No, she does not go to school at night. She goes to school in the morning.

No, she does not skip [to not do something you usually do.] reading and writing. She reads and writes in class.

No, she does not do homework at school. She does homework at home.

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Interview:

Interviewer: Is Oum an old woman?
Person: No, she is not an old woman. She is a young girl.

Interviewer: Does Oum wake up early?
Person: Yes, she wakes up early.

Interviewer: Does Oum eat breakfast?
Person: Yes, she eats breakfast.

Interviewer: Does Oum wear a red dress?
Person: No, she does not wear a red dress. She wears her school uniform.

Interviewer: Does Oum take her bag?
Person: Yes, she takes her bag.

Interviewer: Does Oum walk to school?
Person: Yes, she walks to school.

Interviewer: Does Oum see a cat on the way?
Person: No, she does not see a cat. She sees her friends.

Interviewer: Does Oum go to class?
Person: Yes, she goes to class.

Interviewer: Does Oum play at break time?
Person: Yes, she plays at break time.

Interviewer: Does Oum do homework at school?
Person: No, she does not do homework at school. She does homework at home.

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Complete, fill in, words below:

bag – breakfast – at home – wakes up –
walks – school uniform –
goes – friends –
break time

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Interviewer: Who is Oum?
Person: She is a young girl.

Interviewer: What does Oum do in the morning?
Person: She __________ early.

Interviewer: What does Oum eat in the morning?
Person: She eats __________.

Interviewer: What does Oum wear to school?
Person: She wears her __________.

Interviewer: What does Oum take to school?
Person: She takes her __________.

Interviewer: How does Oum go to school?
Person: She __________ to school.

Interviewer: Who does Oum see on the way to school?
Person: She sees her___________.

Interviewer: Where does Oum go after she arrives at school?
Person: She __________ to class.

Interviewer: What does Oum do at __________?
Person: She plays with her friends.

Interviewer: Where does Oum do her homework?
Person: No, she does not do homework at school. She does homework __________

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Correct version:

Interviewer: Who is Oum?
Person: She is a young girl.

Interviewer: What does Oum do in the morning?
Person: She wakes up early.

Interviewer: What does Oum eat in the morning?
Person: She eats breakfast.

Interviewer: What does Oum wear to school?
Person: She wears her school uniform.

Interviewer: What does Oum take to school?
Person: She takes her bag.

Interviewer: How does Oum go to school?
Person: She walks to school.

Interviewer: Who does Oum see on the way to school?
Person: She sees her friends.

Interviewer: Where does Oum go after she arrives at school?
Person: She goes to class.

Interviewer: What does Oum do at break time?
Person: She plays with her friends.

Interviewer: Where does Oum do her homework?
Person: No, she does not do homework at school. She does homework at home.

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A story:

I am a young girl. I wake up early and eat breakfast.
I put on my school uniform and take my bag.
I walk to school and see my friends on the way.
I go to class, and I read and write.
I count numbers and draw pictures.
At break time, I play with my friends and laugh.
The bell rings and school is finished.
I walk home, do my homework, and go to sleep.
________________________

Rewrite the story, start with

Oum is a young girl. She wakes up……….

and make all changes necessary.
________________________

Correct version:

Oum is a young girl. She wakes up early and eats breakfast. She puts on her school uniform and takes her bag. She walks to school and sees her friends on the way. She goes to class, and she reads and writes. She counts numbers and draws pictures. At break time, she plays with her friends and laughs. The bell rings and school is finished. She walks home, does her homework, and goes to sleep.
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16. September 2025

🏚️Shinta Mani Foundation (A2, present simple)

simple support for education, health, businesses, and nature

A guest comes to the front desk and asks about the Shinta Mani Foundation. You give simple information about it.

The Shinta Mani Foundation is a group in Cambodia that began in 2004. It helps poor people in Siem Reap and the Cardamom Mountains with education, health, small businesses, and nature protection.

All money donated goes straight to these programs, not to office costs.
In education, the foundation has a hospitality school. It teaches 30 students each year how to work in hotels. Every student gets a job after training.

The foundation also gives 800+ school supplies and 641 bicycles so kids can go to school.
In health, it provides 8,123+ check-ups and free dental care. It teaches people about clean water and healthy food to stop sickness.
For small businesses, it gives loans and 900+ piglets to start shops or farms, mostly for women. This helps families earn money.
For nature, it works with Wildlife Alliance to protect 865+ acres of forest. It stops illegal tree cutting and builds eco-tourism camps for jobs.
The foundation also builds 1,400+ water wells and 99+ homes for poor families.Many Cambodians live in bad houses or lack food. The foundation helps them live better and support themselves.

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Vocabulary:

a foundation – a group that helps people.
to support – to help someone.
protection – keeping something or someone safe.
to donate money – to give money to help.
to go straight to a program – the money is used only for helping people.
office costs – money for things like paper, phones, or buildings.
education – learning in school.
a hospitality school – a school that teaches how to work in hotels.
school supplies – things for school, like books and pens.
health – how your body feels.
dental care – help for your teeth.
healthy food – food that is good for the body.
stop sickness – make people not sick.
a loan – money you can use and must pay back.
a piglet – a baby pig.
illegal tree cutting – cutting trees when it is not allowed.
eco-tourism – travel that helps people and nature.
a water well – a deep hole to get clean water.
a lack of food – not enough food.

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Multiple choice, one answer:

What is a foundation?
a) A group that helps
b) A type of food
c) A big tall tree
What does to support mean?
a) To close a heavy door
b) To help another person
c) To take something home
What is protection?
a) Reading books at night
b) Building a new house
c) Keeping people safe now
What does to donate money mean?
a) To give money to
b) To buy a new hat
c) To count coins daily
What does to go straight to a program mean?
a) The money goes elsewhere
b) The money goes to programs
c) The money goes for food
What are office costs?
a) Money for farm tools
b) Money for buying seeds
c) Money for office things
What is education?
a) Learning at school daily
b) Cleaning the house today
c) Building a deep well
What is a hospitality school?
a) A place to cook
b) A shop that sells fruit
c) School teaching hotel work
What are school supplies?
a) Shoes bags and pencils
b) Books pens and paper
c) Food water and drinks
What is health?
a) A strong wooden house
b) How your body feels
c) A very tall tree
What is dental care?
a) A tool for farming
b) A kind of kitchen
c) Help for your teeth
What is healthy food?
a) Food that helps health
b) Food that gives illness
c) Food that is frozen
What does stop sickness mean?
a) Make people eat more
b) Make people not sick
c) Make people run fast
What is a loan?
a) A gift you keep
b) A snack you buy
c) Money you must repay
What is a piglet?
a) A baby pig animal
b) A small wooden house
c) A little red bicycle
What is illegal tree cutting?
a) Planting trees near roads
b) Cutting trees not allowed
c) Watering young tree saplings
What is eco-tourism?
a) Travel that helps nature
b) Travel to buy new things
c) Travel that costs much
What is a water well?
a) A small wooden bridge
b) A short clean pathway
c) Deep hole for water
What is a lack of food?
a) A place to cook meals
b) A way to clean water
c) Not enough food here

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

What is a foundation? That is: a group that helps.

What does to support mean? That is: to help another person.

What is protection? That is: keeping people safe now.

What does to donate money mean? That is: to give money to.

What does to go straight to a program mean? That is: the money goes to programs.

What are office costs? That is: money for office things.

What is education? That is: learning at school daily.

What is a hospitality school? That is: school teaching hotel work.

What are school supplies? That is: books pens and paper.

What is health? That is: how your body feels.

What is dental care? That is: help for your teeth.

What is healthy food? That is: food that helps health.

What does stop sickness mean? That is: make people not sick.

What is a loan? That is: money you must repay.

What is a piglet? That is: a baby pig animal.

What is illegal tree cutting? That is: cutting trees not allowed.

What is eco-tourism? That is: travel that helps nature.

What is a water well? That is: deep hole for water.

What is a lack of food? That is: not enough food here.

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Gap-fill exercise:

A _______ is a group that helps poor people.
a) foundation b) bicycle c) market
The foundation works to _______ people in need.
a) build b) support c) clean
They give _______ to programs, not to offices.
a) bicycles b) food c) donations
_______ means keeping people safe.
a) Protection b) School c) Travel
The students get free _______ to study better.
a) school supplies b) rice c) houses
Health is about how your _______ feels.
a) house b) head c) body
The foundation gives free _______ for teeth.
a) dental care b) travel c) tools
_______ food helps people stay strong.
a) Healthy b) Spicy c) Cold
The group gives a _______ to start a business.
a) chair b) loan c) house
They also give a small _______ to families.
a) piglet b) bicycle c) house
Cutting trees when it’s not allowed is called _______.
a) office costs b) eco-tourism c) illegal tree cutting
_______ helps people and nature together.
a) Eco-tourism b) Education c) Protection
A deep hole for clean water is a _______.
a) water well b) piglet c) bicycle
If people don’t have enough to eat, they have a _______.
a) market b) house c) lack of food
_______ gives children a chance to learn.
a) Education b) Donation c) Water well
_______ are necessary for the program but not for people.
a) Eco-tourism b) Foundation c) Office costs
When people get sick less, it means we _______ sickness.
a) stop b) build c) support
The foundation teaches at a _______ school.
a) healthy b) hospitality c) protection
They use donations to build a better _______.
a) bicycle b) piglet c) future
Students can ride a _______ to get to school.
a) bicycle b) piglet c) water well
The foundation teaches people about _______ to stay healthy.
a) donations b) clean water c) small business
Giving support to start a _______ helps families earn money.
a) small business b) piglet c) school

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

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Correct answers:

A foundation is a group that helps poor people.
The foundation works to support people in need.
They give donations to programs, not to offices.
Protection means keeping people safe.
The students get free school supplies to study better.
Health is about how your body feels.
The foundation gives free dental care for teeth.
Healthy food helps people stay strong.
The group gives a loan to start a business.
They also give a small bicycle to families.
Cutting trees when it’s not allowed is called illegal tree cutting.
Eco-tourism helps people and nature together.
A deep hole for clean water is a water well.
If people don’t have enough to eat, they have a lack of food.
Education gives children a chance to learn.
Office costs are necessary for the program but not for people.
When people get sick less, it means we stop sickness.
The foundation teaches at a hospitality school.
They use donations to build a better future.
Students can ride a water well to get to school.
The foundation teaches people about small business to stay healthy.
Giving support to start a foundation helps families earn money.

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Matching exercise, word – definition:

Words:

Foundation
Support
Donations
Protection
School supplies
Body
Dental care
Healthy
Loan
Bicycle
Illegal tree cutting
Eco-tourism
Water well
Lack of food
Education
Office costs
Stop
Hospitality school
Future
Small business
Piglet
Clean water

Definitions:

A. A hole dug to get clean water.
B. Teaching children and adults knowledge and skills.
C. Money or things given to help a program or people.
D. A young pig.
E. Money lent to start a business or project.
F. Things students need for learning, like pens and books.
G. The part of a person you eat and sleep in and feel pain.
H. Rules or actions to keep people or nature safe.
I. Food that makes you strong and stops sickness.
J. Activities for tourists that help nature and local people.
K. A vehicle with two wheels that people ride.
L. The money used for running an office.
M. When people do something that is not allowed, like cutting trees illegally.
N. To make something not happen or end.
O. A school where students learn to work in hotels.
P. Money, things, or help given to people in need.
Q. When there is not enough to eat.
R. Help or care given to someone.
S. A group or organization that helps poor people.
T. The time that is coming; what will happen later.
U. Care for your teeth.
V. Water that is safe to drink.
W. A small company run by a family to earn money.

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

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Correct answers:

Foundation – A group or organization that helps poor people.
Support – Help or care given to someone.
Donations – Money or things given to help a program or people.
Protection – Rules or actions to keep people or nature safe.
School supplies – Things students need for learning, like pens and books.
Body – The part of a person you eat and sleep in and feel pain.
Dental care – Care for your teeth.
Healthy – Food that makes you strong and stops sickness.
Loan – Money lent to start a business or project.
Bicycle – A vehicle with two wheels that people ride.
Illegal tree cutting – When people do something that is not allowed, like cutting trees illegally.
Eco-tourism – Activities for tourists that help nature and local people.
Water well – A hole dug to get clean water.
Lack of food – When there is not enough to eat.
Education – Teaching children and adults knowledge and skills.
Office costs – The money used for running an office.
Stop – To make something not happen or end.
Hospitality school – A school where students learn to work in hotels.
Future – The time that is coming; what will happen later.
Small business – A small company run by a family to earn money.
Piglet – A young pig.
Clean water – Water that is safe to drink.

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True or false:

The foundation started in 2004 in Cambodia.
All donated money goes to office costs first.
The foundation provides bicycles to help children go to school.
Every student at the hospitality school is guaranteed a job after training.
The foundation teaches people only about dental care.
It protects more than 800 acres of forest.
The foundation gives piglets to help families start small businesses.
It builds water wells and homes for poor families.
The foundation focuses only on education, not on health or nature.
It helps people in Siem Reap and the Cardamom Mountains.
Eco-tourism projects provide jobs and protect forests.
The foundation provides more than 8,000 health check-ups.
Students at the hospitality school do not receive any training for jobs.
The foundation stops illegal tree cutting to protect nature.

______________________
True: 1.3.4.7.8.10,11,12,14
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Correct version:

The foundation started in 2004 in Cambodia.
All donated money goes to office costs first. True is: All donated money goes straight to programs, not office costs.
The foundation provides bicycles to help children go to school.
Every student at the hospitality school is guaranteed a job after training.
The foundation teaches people only about dental care. True is: The foundation teaches about health, clean water, and healthy food, not only dental care.
It protects more than 800 acres of forest. True is: It protects 865+ acres of forest.
The foundation gives piglets to help families start small businesses.
It builds water wells and homes for poor families.
The foundation focuses only on education, not on health or nature. True is: It also helps health, small businesses, and nature protection.
It helps people in Siem Reap and the Cardamom Mountains.
Eco-tourism projects provide jobs and protect forests.
The foundation provides more than 8,000 health check-ups.
Students at the hospitality school do not receive any training for jobs. True is: Every student receives training and gets a job after completing it.
The foundation stops illegal tree cutting to protect nature.

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Interview with a representative of the Foundation, fill in, words below:

hospitality – illegal – poor – children – bicycles –
eco-tourism – protection – women –
dental care – job – office costs –
healthy

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Q1: When did the Shinta Mani Foundation start?
A1: The foundation started in 2004.

Q2: Where does the foundation work?
A2: It works in Siem Reap and the Cardamom Mountains in Cambodia.

Q3: Who does the foundation help?
A3: It helps __________ people in Cambodia.

Q4: What is the goal of the foundation?
A4: It helps with education, health, small businesses, and nature __________.

Q5: Which school does the foundation have?
A5: It has a hospitality school.

Q6: How many students study at the __________ school each year?
A6: Thirty students study at the school each year.

Q7: What do students get after training?
A7: Every student gets a __________after training.

Q8: What does the foundation give to children for school?
A8: It gives school supplies and__________.

Q9: How many school supplies does the foundation give?
A9: More than 800 school supplies are given.

Q10: How many bicycles are given to __________?
A10: Six hundred forty-one bicycles are given.

Q11: What does the foundation do for health?
A11: It gives health check-ups, free __________, and teaches about clean water and __________food.

Q12: How many health check-ups does the foundation provide?
A12: More than 8,123 check-ups are provided.

Q13: Who receives help for small businesses?
A13: Mostly __________ receive help.

Q14: How does the foundation protect nature?
A14: It works with Wildlife Alliance, stops __________ tree cutting, and builds __________ camps.

Q15: How many acres of forest are protected?
A15: More than 865 acres of forest are protected.

Q16: Why does all donated money go straight to programs?
A16: To help poor people directly, not ___________

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Full version:

Q1: When did the Shinta Mani Foundation start?
A1: The foundation started in 2004.

Q2: Where does the foundation work?
A2: It works in Siem Reap and the Cardamom Mountains in Cambodia.

Q3: Who does the foundation help?
A3: It helps poor people in Cambodia.

Q4: What is the goal of the foundation?
A4: It helps with education, health, small businesses, and nature protection.

Q5: Which school does the foundation have?
A5: It has a hospitality school.

Q6: How many students study at the hospitality school each year?
A6: Thirty students study at the school each year.

Q7: What do students get after training?
A7: Every student gets a job after training.

Q8: What does the foundation give to children for school?
A8: It gives school supplies and bicycles.

Q9: How many school supplies does the foundation give?
A9: More than 800 school supplies are given.

Q10: How many bicycles are given to children?
A10: Six hundred forty-one bicycles are given.

Q11: What does the foundation do for health?
A11: It gives health check-ups, free dental care, and teaches about clean water and healthy food.

Q12: How many health check-ups does the foundation provide?
A12: More than 8,123 check-ups are provided.

Q13: Who receives help for small businesses?
A13: Mostly women receive help.

Q14: How does the foundation protect nature?
A14: It works with Wildlife Alliance, stops illegal tree cutting, and builds eco-tourism camps.

Q15: How many acres of forest are protected?
A15: More than 865 acres of forest are protected.

Q16: Why does all donated money go straight to programs?
A16: To help poor people directly, not office costs.

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Cheat sheet ((c)grok)

Program Area	Description	Examples of Impact
Education	Provides free vocational training, school supplies, transportation, and scholarships to underprivileged youth, emphasizing hospitality and life skills to secure employment. Includes the Shinta Mani School of Hospitality in Siem Reap, offering room, board, stipends, and 100% job placement for graduates.	– 229+ graduates employed in tourism. – 800+ school supplies donated. – 641 bicycles provided for school access. – 30 students trained annually at the hospitality school.
Healthcare	Delivers preventive and emergency medical/dental care, health education, and WaSH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) programs in rural villages. Partners with local doctors and international volunteers for check-ups and disease prevention.	– 8,123+ health check-ups conducted. – Free dental care for students via partnerships like Global Dental Relief. – Education on nutrition, hygiene, and exercise to reduce malnutrition (affecting ~30% of children).
Small Business Development	Offers micro-loans, training, and resources to entrepreneurs, especially women, to start or expand local businesses like shops or farms, breaking poverty cycles.	– 59+ micro-business loans issued. – Over 900 piglets donated to support farming livelihoods. – Empowers individuals like Channary, who started a village shop.
Environmental Conservation	Protects biodiversity in the Cardamom Mountains through anti-poaching, anti-logging patrols, and community education. Partners with Wildlife Alliance to restore forests and promote eco-tourism over extraction.	– Funding for rangers who have seized 2,700+ chainsaws and protected 865+ acres. – Community outreach teaching sustainable practices, benefiting 80% of Cambodians who live in rural villages. – Low-impact eco-camps like Shinta Mani Wild generate jobs while conserving habitats for 54 endangered species.
Direct Assistance	Builds infrastructure for basic needs in villages, focusing on housing and water access to improve living standards.	– 1,400+ water wells constructed. – 99+ homes built for low-income families.

16. September 2025

🍽 A tribute to a great lady:meet Sarea, a role model (A1, present simple)

living her dream

Meet CHHORB Sarea, a 19-year-old from Angkor Thom District, Siem Reap. Her family is very poor. Her father works as a farmer and a construction worker. He earns only 10 USD a day. Her mother makes baskets to help the family. They live in a small house made of leaves and zinc. It is not strong, and they often do not have enough food.

Sarea has a hard life, but she does not give up. She studies every day and becomes the first person in her family to finish high school. She wants to go to university, but she has no money. She feels sad and thinks her dream is over. Then she learns about the Shinta Mani Foundation.

She joins the Culinary Arts Program and finds her love for cooking. The Foundation gives her help and hope. Today, she works as a casual staff for three months at Shinta Mani Hotel. She is very happy and thankful to the Foundation and the kind donors who support her.

___________________________

Vocabulary:

a role model – a person who is a good example for others.
to meet somebody – to see and talk to someone for the first time or again.
a construction worker – a person who builds houses, roads, or buildings.
to earn money – to get money by working.
10 USD a day – ten US dollars for one day of work.
a basket – a container made of bamboo or plastic to carry things.
a house made of leaves – a house built using leaves for the roof or walls.
zinc – a metal used for the roof of a simple house.
food – things we eat to live.
a hard life – a life that is not easy.
to give up – to stop trying.
to study hard – to learn a lot and try your best in school.
to finish high school – to complete the last year of school.
to have no money – to not have any money.
to feel sad – to not feel happy.
a dream is over – the hope or wish is finished.
to learn about something – to get new information.
to join a program – to become part of a course or group.
culinary arts – learning how to cook.
to find one’s love for cooking – to see that you really like to cook.
a foundation – an organization that helps people.
hope – a good feeling about the future.
a casual staff – a person who works for a short time.
to be thankful – to feel happy and say thank you.
kind donors – good people who give money to help others.
to support somebody – to help a person.
to discover = to find out – to learn something new.

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Multiple-choice, one answer correct

A role model is …
a) a good example for others b) a kind of food c) a type of house
A construction worker …
a) cooks food b) builds houses c) sells clothes
To earn money means …
a) to sleep at home b) to play a game c) to get money by working
A basket is …
a) a kind of roof b) a container to carry things c) a type of car
Zinc is …
a) a fruit from a tree b) a kind of animal c) a metal for roofs
To give up means …
a) to eat food b) to walk fast c) to stop trying
To study hard means …
a) to learn a lot b) to travel far c) to sleep late
To finish high school means …
a) to go on holiday b) to complete school c) to start a job
To have no money means …
a) to not have any money b) to work in a hotel c) to buy food
To feel sad means …
a) to draw a picture b) to not feel happy c) to run fast
A dream is over means …
a) the hope is finished b) the sun comes up c) the school starts
To learn about something means …
a) to eat with friends b) to get new information c) to go to sleep
To join a program means …
a) to become part of it b) to buy a house c) to leave a job
Culinary arts is …
a) learning to cook b) building a road c) making clothes
A foundation is …
a) an organization that helps b) a kind of animal c) a place to eat
Hope is …
a) a long road b) a kind of food c) a good feeling about the future
A casual staff is …
a) a rich person b) a big boss c) a short-time worker
To be thankful means …
a) to run fast b) to feel happy and say thank you c) to paint a wall
Kind donors are …
a) people who play football b) people who sell clothes c) people who give money to help
To support somebody means …
a) to cook rice b) to read a book c) to help a person

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

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Correct version:

A role model is a good example for others.

A construction worker builds houses.

To earn money means to get money by working.

A basket is a container to carry things.

Zinc is a metal for roofs.

To give up means to stop trying.

To study hard means to learn a lot.

To finish high school means to complete school.

To have no money means to not have any money.

To feel sad means to not feel happy.

A dream is over means the hope is finished.

To learn about something means to get new information.

To join a program means to become part of it.

Culinary arts is learning to cook.

A foundation is an organization that helps.

Hope is a good feeling about the future.

A casual staff is a short-time worker.

To be thankful means to feel happy and say thank you.

Kind donors are people who give money to help.

To support somebody means to help a person.

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Gap-Fill Exercise (A1)

Sarea is a ________ for other children.
a) role model b) basket c) zinc
Her father works as a ________.
a) construction worker b) casual staff c) foundation
She wants to ________ money to help her family.
a) cook b) earn c) join
Her mother makes a ________ to sell.
a) basket b) house c) hope
Their roof is made of ________.
a) food b) dream c) zinc
Sarea never wants to ________ even if life is hard.
a) give up b) study c) feel sad
She likes to ________ hard every day.
a) study b) support c) help
She finishes ________ school first in her family.
a) casual b) high c) culinary
Sarea has no ________ for university.
a) basket b) money c) donor
Sometimes she feels ________ when she has no money.
a) hope b) sad c) zinc
Sarea keeps her ________ even when things are hard.
a) role model b) dream c) hope
She wants to ________ more about cooking.
a) learn b) eat c) paint
She decides to ________ a program at the foundation.
a) build b) give up c) join
Culinary arts is learning to ________.
a) cook b) study c) build
A ________ helps children like Sarea.
a) food b) basket c) foundation
She feels ________ for all the help she gets.
a) casual b) thankful c) zinc
Some kind ________ give money to help the foundation.
a) donors b) food c) baskets
The foundation helps Sarea to ________ her dream.
a) eat b) support c) give up
She works as a ________ staff at the hotel for three months.
a) role model b) zinc c) casual
She wants to ________ other children in her village.
a) learn b) cook c) help

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Answers:

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

Sarea is a role model for other children.
Her father works as a construction worker.
She wants to earn money to help her family.
Her mother makes a basket to sell.
Their roof is made of zinc.
Sarea never wants to give up even if life is hard.
She likes to study hard every day.
She finishes high school first in her family.
Sarea has no money for university.
Sometimes she feels sad when she has no money.
Sarea keeps her hope even when things are hard.
She wants to learn more about cooking.
She decides to join a program at the foundation.
Culinary arts is learning to cook.
A foundation helps children like Sarea.
She feels thankful for all the help she gets.
Some kind donors give money to help the foundation.
The foundation helps Sarea to support her dream.
She works as a casual staff at the hotel for three months.
She wants to help other children in her village.

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Match the words with their correct definitions:

Words:

role model
construction worker
earn money
basket
zinc
give up
study hard
finish high school
money
learn about something
join a program
culinary arts
foundation
help

Definitions:

A. to become part of a course or group
B. a container to carry things
C. a person who is a good example for others
D. a metal used for the roof of a house
E. to stop trying
F. to get new information
G. to work to get money
H. to complete the last year of school
I. a person who builds houses or roads
J. a good organization that helps people
K. to study a lot and try your best
L. a unit used to buy things
M. learning how to cook
N. to help someone

_________________________
Answers:
1C, 2I, 3G, 4B, 5D, 6E, 7K, 8H,
9L, 10F, 11A, 12M, 13J, 14N

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Correct version:

help – to help someone

role model – a person who is a good example for others

construction worker – a person who builds houses or roads

earn money – to work to get money

basket – a container to carry things

zinc – a metal used for the roof of a house

give up – to stop trying

study hard – to study a lot and try your best

finish high school – to complete the last year of school

money – a unit used to buy things

learn about something – to get new information

join a program – to become part of a course or group

culinary arts – learning how to cook

foundation – a good organization that helps people

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True or false:

Sarea is 19 years old.
Her father earns 50 USD a day.
Her mother weaves baskets to help the family.
Sarea was the first in her family to finish high school.
She had enough money to go to university.
She discovered the Shinta Mani Foundation.
Sarea hates cooking.
She joined the Culinary Arts program.
She works as a casual staff at Shinta Mani Hotel for three months.
Sarea lives in a big apartment in the city.
Her family lives in a house made of leaves and zinc.
The foundation does not help children.
Sarea wants to give up her dreams.
She is thankful to the foundation and donors.
Her father works only as a teacher.

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True: 1,3,4,6,8,9,11,14

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Correct version:

Sarea is 19 years old.

Her father earns 50 USD a day. True is: He earns 10 USD a day.

Her mother weaves baskets to help the family.

Sarea was the first in her family to finish high school.

She had enough money to go to university. True is: She had no money for university.

She discovered the Shinta Mani Foundation.

Sarea hates [does not like at all] cooking. True is: She loves cooking.

She joined the Culinary Arts program.

She works as a casual staff at Shinta Mani Hotel for three months.

Sarea lives in a big apartment in the city. True is: She lives in a small house made of leaves and zinc.

Her family lives in a house made of leaves and zinc.

The foundation does not help children. True is: The foundation helps children.

Sarea wants to give up her dreams. True is: She never gives up her dreams.

She is thankful to the foundation and donors.

Her father works only as a teacher. True is: He works as a farmer and construction worker.

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Basics:

Personal Pronoun	am / is / are
I	am	8 years old
You	are	8 years old
He	is	8 years old
She	is	8 years old
It	is	8 years old
We	are	8 years old
You (plural)	are	8 years old
They	are	8 years old

Negation:

Personal Pronoun	am not / is not / are not
I	am not	8 years old
You	are not	8 years old
He	is not	8 years old
She	is not	8 years old
It	is not	8 years old
We	are not	8 years old
You (plural)	are not	8 years old
They	are not	8 years old

Questions:

Question Word	Personal Pronoun
Am	I	8 years old?
Are	you	8 years old?
Is	he	8 years old?
Is	she	8 years old?
Is	it	8 years old?
Are	we	8 years old?
Are	you (plural)	8 years old?
Are	they	8 years old?

Statement:

Personal Pronoun	Verb
I	like	ice cream
You	like	ice cream
He	likes	ice cream
She	*likes*	ice cream
It	likes	ice cream
We	like	ice cream
You (plural)	like	ice cream
They	like	ice cream

Negation:

Personal Pronoun	Verb (negative)
I	do not like	ice cream
You	do not like	ice cream
He	does not like	ice cream
She	*does not like*	ice cream
It	does not like	ice cream
We	do not like	ice cream
You (plural)	do not like	ice cream
They	do not like	ice cream

Questions:

Do / Does	Personal Pronoun	Verb	Sugar?
Do	I	like	sugar?
Do	you	like	sugar?
*Does*	he	like	sugar?
*Does*	she	like	sugar?
*Does*	it	like	sugar?
Do	we	like	sugar?
Do	you (plural)	like	sugar?
Do	they	like	sugar?

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Correct the staments:

Sarea is 25 years old.

EXAMPLE:

Sarea is not 25 years old. She is 19 years old.
Her father earns 50 USD a day.
_____________________________
Her mother works in a restaurant.
_____________________________
Sarea already went to university.
_____________________________
She hates cooking.
_____________________________
She never finished high school.
_____________________________
Her family lives in a large concrete house.
_____________________________
The foundation does not help children.
_____________________________
Sarea works as a full-time manager at the hotel.
_____________________________
Her father works only as a teacher.
_____________________________

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Correct version:

Sarea is 25 years old → Sarea is not 25 years old → Sarea is 19 years old
Her father earns 50 USD a day → Her father does not earn 50 USD a day → Her father earns 10 USD a day
Her mother works in a restaurant → Her mother does not work in a restaurant → Her mother weaves baskets to help the family
Sarea already went to university → Sarea has not gone to university → She had no money for university
She hates cooking → She does not hate cooking → She loves cooking
She never finished high school → She did finish high school → She was the first in her family to finish high school
Her family lives in a large concrete house → Her family does not live in a large concrete house → Her family lives in a house made of leaves and zinc
The foundation does not help children → The foundation helps children → The foundation helps children like Sarea
Sarea works as a full-time manager at the hotel → Sarea does not work as a full-time manager at the hotel → She works as a casual staff at Shinta Mani Hotel for three months
Her father works only as a teacher → Her father does not work only as a teacher → He works as a farmer and construction worker

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Correct the following statements:

Does Sarea live in a big apartment in the city?

YOU WRITE:

No, Sarea does not live in a big apartment in the city. She lives in a small house in the countryside.
Do her parents have a lot of money?
__________________________
Does her father earn 50 USD a day?
__________________________
Do her siblings [brothers or sisters] go to university?
__________________________
Does her mother work in a restaurant?
__________________________
Does Sarea hate cooking?
__________________________
Do her parents work in offices?
__________________________
Does she never finish high school?
__________________________
Does Sarea work as a full-time manager at the hotel?
__________________________
Do her grandparents live with them?
__________________________
Does she go to university every day?
__________________________
Do her friends work at the hotel?
__________________________
Does her family have a shop?
__________________________
Does her father only teach at school?
__________________________

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Correct answers:

Does Sarea live in a big apartment in the city? → No, she does not live in a big apartment in the city. She lives in a small house made of leaves and zinc.
Do her parents have a lot of money? → No, they do not have a lot of money. They have very little money; her father earns 10 USD a day.
Does her father earn 50 USD a day? → No, he does not earn 50 USD a day. He earns 10 USD a day.
Do her siblings go to university? → No, they do not go to university. Only Sarea finished high school.
Does her mother work in a restaurant? → No, she does not work in a restaurant. She works by weaving baskets to help the family.
Does Sarea hate cooking? → No, she does not hate cooking. She loves cooking.
Do her parents work in offices? → No, they do not work in offices. Her father works as a farmer and construction worker.
Does she finish high school? → No, she does not fail to finish high school. She finishes high school and is the first in her family to do so.
Does Sarea work as a full-time manager at the hotel? → No, she does not work as a full-time manager. She works as a casual staff for three months.
Do her grandparents live with them? → No, they do not live with them. She only lives with her parents.
Does she go to university every day? → No, she does not go to university every day. She cannot go because she has no money.
Do her friends work at the hotel? → No, they do not work at the hotel. Only Sarea works there.
Does her family have a shop? → No, they do not have a shop. They have a small farm.
Does her father teach at school? → No, he does not teach at school. He works as a farmer and construction worker.

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Interview with Sarea:

Interviewer: Hello! What is your name?
Sarea: My name is Sarea.

Interviewer: How old are you?
Sarea: I am 19 years old.

Interviewer: Where do you live?
Sarea: I live in Angkor Thom, Siem Reap.

Interviewer: Who do you live with?
Sarea: I live with my parents.

Interviewer: What does your father do?
Sarea: My father works as a farmer and construction worker.

Interviewer: What does your mother do?
Sarea: My mother weaves baskets.

Interviewer: Do you have brothers or sisters?
Sarea: No, I do not have siblings.

Interviewer: Do you go to school?
Sarea: Yes, I finish high school.

Interviewer: What do you like to do in your free time?
Sarea: I like cooking.

Interviewer: Do you have a job?
Sarea: Yes, I work as a casual staff at Shinta Mani Hotel.

Interviewer: How long do you work at the hotel?
Sarea: I work there for three months.

Interviewer: Do you like your job?
Sarea: Yes, I like my job very much.

Interviewer: Are you happy with your life?
Sarea: Yes, I am happy and thankful.

Interviewer: Who helps you in your life?
Sarea: The foundation and kind donors help me.

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Rewrite the following story starting with…

Her name is Sarea. She is 19 years old………………….

and make all changes necessary:

My name is Sarea. I am 19 years old. I live in Angkor Thom, Siem Reap with my parents. My father works as a farmer and construction worker. My mother weaves baskets to help our family. We have a small house made of leaves and zinc.

I am the first in my family to finish high school. I have no money for university, but I never give up. I discover the Shinta Mani Foundation and join the Culinary Arts program. I love cooking and learn many new things.

Now, I work as a casual staff at Shinta Mani Hotel for three months. I am happy and thankful to the foundation and kind donors for helping me and giving me hope for the future.

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Correct version:

Her name is Sarea. She is 19 years old and lives in Angkor Thom, Siem Reap, with her parents. Her father works as a farmer and construction worker, earning only 10 USD a day. Her mother weaves baskets to help the family. They live in a small house made of leaves and zinc, and sometimes they do not have enough food.

Sarea never gives up on school. She is the first in her family to finish high school. She has no money for university, but she discovers the Shinta Mani Foundation and joins the Culinary Arts program. She loves cooking and learns many new skills.

Today, Sarea works as a casual staff at Shinta Mani Hotel for three months. She is happy and thankful to the foundation and kind donors for helping her and giving her hope for the future.

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Final vocabulary test, a challenge, yes, you can:

a person who is a good example for others :______________
to see and talk to someone for the first time or after a long time :______________
a person who builds houses, roads, or buildings :______________
to get money by working :______________
the amount of money someone gets each day (10 dollars) :______________
a container to carry or hold things :______________
a house with walls or roof made from leaves :______________
a metal used for roofs or other building parts :______________
something that people eat :______________
a life with many problems or difficulties :______________
to stop trying :______________
to try your best at learning :______________
to complete all years of school before university :______________
not to have money :______________
to be unhappy :______________
when a hope or plan cannot happen :______________
to get information or knowledge about something :______________
to become part of a course or group :______________
learning to cook :______________
to discover that you enjoy cooking :______________
a group or organization that helps people :______________
a feeling that good things can happen :______________
a worker who works for a short time or part-time :______________
to feel happy because someone helps you :______________
people who give money or help to others :______________
to help someone :______________
to find out something new :______________

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Correct version:

a person who is a good example for others : role model
to see and talk to someone for the first time or after a long time : to meet somebody
a person who builds houses, roads, or buildings : construction worker
to get money by working : to earn money
the amount of money someone gets each day (10 dollars) : 10 USD a day
a container to carry or hold things : basket
a house with walls or roof made from leaves : house made of leaves
a metal used for roofs or other building parts : zinc
something that people eat : food
a life with many problems or difficulties : hard life
to stop trying : to give up
to try your best at learning : to study hard
to complete all years of school before university : to finish high school
not to have money : to have no money
to be unhappy : to feel sad
when a hope or plan cannot happen : a dream is over
to get information or knowledge about something : to learn about something
to become part of a course or group : to join a program
learning to cook : culinary arts
to discover that you enjoy cooking : to find one’s love for cooking
a group or organization that helps people : foundation
a feeling that good things can happen : hope
a worker who works for a short time or part-time : casual staff
to feel happy because someone helps you : to be thankful
people who give money or help to others : kind donors
to help someone : to support somebody
to find out something new : to discover

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APPENDIX – a mentor

if she had a mentor, he/she would write:

If she had a mentor, he/she probably would send her that message:

Dear Sarea,

You are an inspiration, blazing a trail as the first in your family to graduate high school and pursue your dreams through the Shinta Mani Foundation’s culinary arts program.
Your hard work and determination shine brightly, and I want you to know how incredible you are for pushing forward despite the challenges.
Stay focused on your goals, because every step you take is building a future filled with possibility.
Your passion for culinary arts is your spark—let it guide you, even when the path feels tough.
You have the strength to overcome anything, and the Shinta Mani Foundation believes in you, just as I do.
Keep dreaming big, because your dreams are valid, and they’re worth every ounce of effort. You’re not just creating a career; you’re creating a legacy for yourself and those who will follow in your footsteps.
Believe in yourself, stay true to your heart, and know that you’re capable of achieving greatness.
You’ve already come so far—keep going, and let your dreams carry you to places you never imagined.With admiration and encouragement,

you mentor

16. September 2025

🥰Anika, a little girl (A1, beginners, present tense, to be, statements, questions, negations, how to…………)

a day in her life

Basics:

Personal Pronoun	am / is / are
I	am	8 years old
You	are	8 years old
He	is	8 years old
She	is	8 years old
It	is	8 years old
We	are	8 years old
You (plural)	are	8 years old
They	are	8 years old

Negation:

Personal Pronoun	am not / is not / are not
I	am not	8 years old
You	are not	8 years old
He	is not	8 years old
She	is not	8 years old
It	is not	8 years old
We	are not	8 years old
You (plural)	are not	8 years old
They	are not	8 years old

Questions:

Question Word	Personal Pronoun
Am	I	8 years old?
Are	you	8 years old?
Is	he	8 years old?
Is	she	8 years old?
Is	it	8 years old?
Are	we	8 years old?
Are	you (plural)	8 years old?
Are	they	8 years old?

Statement:

Personal Pronoun	Verb
I	like	ice cream
You	like	ice cream
He	likes	ice cream
She	*likes*	ice cream
It	likes	ice cream
We	like	ice cream
You (plural)	like	ice cream
They	like	ice cream

Negation:

Personal Pronoun	Verb (negative)
I	do not like	ice cream
You	do not like	ice cream
He	does not like	ice cream
She	does not like	ice cream
It	does not like	ice cream
We	do not like	ice cream
You (plural)	do not like	ice cream
They	do not like	ice cream

Questions:

Do / Does	Personal Pronoun	Verb	Sugar?
Do	I	like	sugar?
Do	you	like	sugar?
Does	he	like	sugar?
Does	she	like	sugar?
Does	it	like	sugar?
Do	we	like	sugar?
Do	you (plural)	like	sugar?
Do	they	like	sugar?

Anika is eight.
She lives in a village with her mother and father.
Every morning, she eats breakfast and goes to school.
She likes to read and draw.
After school, she helps her mother.
She feeds the chickens and waters the flowers.
In the evening, she plays with her friends.
Anika is happy and loves her home.

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Vocabulary:

a village – a small place where people live, not a city

mother – a woman who has children

father – a man who has children

morning – the time after night, before afternoon

to eat – to put food in your mouth

breakfast – the first meal in the morning

to like to read – to enjoy looking at books or stories

to draw – to make a picture with a pencil or pen

after school – the time when school is finished

to help – to do something for another person

to feed the chickens – to give food to the chickens

to water the flowers – to give water to the flowers

the evening – the time after afternoon, before night

to play with friends – to have fun with friends

to be happy – to feel good and smile

to love home – to feel good and safe at home

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Answer:

EXAMPLE:

Is Anika eight or ten years old?

YOU WRITE:

She is eight years old.

Does she live in a village or in a city?
Does she live with her grandmother or with he mother and father?
Does she have breakfast in the morning or does she not have breakfast in the morning?
Does she go to school or to the park after breakfast?
does she like to reand and draw or to play in the park?
Doe she play with freinds after school or help her mother?
Does she feed the birds or the chickens?
Does she water she flowers or the trees in the garden?
Does she watch TV in the evening or play with her friends?

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Answers:

She lives in a village.
She lives with her mother and father.
She has breakfast in the morning.
She goes to school after breakfast.
She likes to read and draw.
She helps her mother after school.
She feeds the chickens.
She waters the flowers in the garden.
She plays with her friends in the evening.

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Correct the statements (see grammar above):

Anika is ten years old.

YOU WRITE:

Anika is not ten years old. She is eight years old.
Anika lives in a big city.
__________________
She lives with her grandmother.
__________________
She does not go to school.
__________________
She does not like to read.
__________________
She plays in the park after school.
__________________
She feeds the dogs.
__________________
She waters the trees.
__________________
She watches TV in the evening.
__________________
Anika is sad.
__________________

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Correct answers:

1. Anika is not ten years old. She is eight years old.

2. Anika does not live in a big city. She lives in a village.

3. She does not live with her grandmother. She lives with her mother and father.

4. She does not skip school. She goes to school.

5. She does not dislike reading. She likes to read.

6. She does not play in the park after school. She helps her mother.

7. She does not feed the dogs. She feeds the chickens.

8. She does not water the trees. She waters the flowers.

9. She does not watch TV in the evening. She plays with her friends.

10. Anika is not sad. She is happy.

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Correct the follwoing questions:

Is Anika ten years old?

YOU WRITE:

No, she is not ten years old. She is eight years old.
Does Anika live in a big city?
________________________
Does she live with her grandmother?
________________________
Does she skip school?
________________________
Does she dislike reading?
________________________
Does she play in the park after school?
________________________
Does she feed the dogs?
________________________
Does she water the trees?
________________________
Does she watch TV in the evening?
________________________
Is Anika sad?
________________________

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Correct answers:

No, Anika is not ten years old. She is eight years old.
No, Anika does not live in a big city. She lives in a village.
No, she does not live with her grandmother. She lives with her mother and father.
No, she does not skip school. She goes to school.
No, she does not dislike reading. She likes to read.
No, she does not play in the park after school. She helps her mother.
No, she does not feed the dogs. She feeds the chickens.
No, she does not water the trees. She waters the flowers.
No, she does not watch TV in the evening. She plays with her friends.
No, Anika is not sad. She is happy.

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Fill in, words below:

home – waters – father – morning – garden –
eight – chickens – happy – read –
school – after school –
city – village –
flowers

Anika is ______ years old.
She lives in a ______.
She lives with her mother and ______.
Every ______ she eats breakfast.
She goes to ______ after breakfast.
She likes to ______ and draw.
After ______, she helps her mother.
She gives food to the ______.
She ______ the flowers in the garden.
In the ______, she plays with her friends.
Anika is ______ and smiles a lot.
She loves her ______.
She does not live in a ______.
She helps her family in the ______.

Correct answers:

Anika is eight years old.

She lives in a village.

She lives with her mother and father.

Every morning she eats breakfast.

She goes to school after breakfast.

She likes to read and draw.

After school, she helps her mother.

She gives food to the chickens.

She waters the flowers in the garden.

In the evening, she plays with her friends.

Anika is happy and smiles a lot.

She loves her home.

She does not live in a city.

She helps her family in the garden.

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Fill in, words below:

mother – breakfast – flowers – chickens –
eight – morning – village –
draw -love –
play

Interviewer: Hello, Anika! How old are you?
Anika: I am __________ years old.

Interviewer: Where do you live?
Anika: I live in a __________.

Interviewer: Who do you live with?
Anika: I live with my __________ and father.

Interviewer: Do you go to school?
Anika: Yes, I go to school.

Interviewer: What time do you wake up?
Anika: I wake up in the __________.

Interviewer: What do you eat in the morning?
Anika: I eat __________.

Interviewer: What do you like to do?
Anika: I like to read and __________.

Interviewer: Do you help your brother?
Anika: No, I help my mother.

Interviewer: What do you feed?
Anika: I feed the __________.

Interviewer: Do you water the trees?
Anika: No, I water the __________.

Interviewer: What do you do in the evening?
Anika: I __________with my friends.

Interviewer: Are you happy?
Anika: Yes, I am happy.

Interviewer: Do you like your home?
Anika: Yes, I __________ my home.

Interviewer: Do you live in a city?
Anika: No, I do not live in a city.

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Correct version:

Interviewer: Hello, Anika! How old are you?
Anika: I am eight years old.

Interviewer: Where do you live?
Anika: I live in a village.

Interviewer: Who do you live with?
Anika: I live with my mother and father.

Interviewer: Do you go to school?
Anika: Yes, I go to school.

Interviewer: What time do you wake up?
Anika: I wake up in the morning.

Interviewer: What do you eat in the morning?
Anika: I eat breakfast.

Interviewer: What do you like to do?
Anika: I like to read and draw.

Interviewer: Do you help your brother?
Anika: No, I help my mother.

Interviewer: What do you feed?
Anika: I feed the chickens.

Interviewer: Do you water the trees?
Anika: No, I water the flowers.

Interviewer: What do you do in the evening?
Anika: I play with my friends.

Interviewer: Are you happy?
Anika: Yes, I am happy.

Interviewer: Do you like your home?
Anika: Yes, I love my home.

Interviewer: Do you live in a city?
Anika: No, I do not live in a city.

16. September 2025

Autor: wolfgang kugler

part 1:

_______________________Answers:

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Match the vocabulary word to the correct definition:

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🏨 1. Common Strengths in Hospitality & Tourism ✅

⚠️ 2. Common Weaknesses in Hospitality & Tourism ❌

🧪 3. Real Work Situations to Check Yourself

🪞 4. Ask Others

✍️ 5. My Personal List

🌱 6. How to Improve Weaknesses

Level B2

🌱 1. Start by Defining the Dream Clearly

📚 2. Get Education or Practical Skills

🧭 3. Start Small — Take the First Step

🤝 4. Build a Support Network

💰 5. Learn to Manage Money

🌍 6. Be Open to Opportunities

💪 7. Stay Strong When Life Is Hard

🌸 8. Give Back

Level B1

🌱 1. Know Your Dream

📚 2. Learn New Skills

🧭 3. Start Small

🤝 4. Find People Who Support You

💰 5. Learn to Save Money

🌍 6. Look for Opportunities

💪 7. Be Strong

🌸 8. Help Others

Level A2:

🌱 1. Know the Dream

📚 2. Learn New Skills

🧭 3. Start Small

🤝 4. Find Good People

💰 5. Save Money

🌍 6. Look for Chances

💪 7. Be Strong

🌸 8. Help Others

Level A1

🌱 1. Know Your Dream

📚 2. Learn Skills

🧭 3. Start Small

🤝 4. Find Good People

💰 5. Save Money

🌍 6. Look for Chances

💪 7. Be Strong

🌸 8. Help Others

APPENDIX – a mentor

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