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  • 🌟 Conflict resolution & complaint handling in a 5-star hotel, part 3, the 6-step golden framework (A2,B1)



    2. The 6-Step Golden Framework

    1. Listen Actively
      • Maintain eye contact, nod, and don’t interrupt.
      • Note key details.
    2. Acknowledge & Empathize
      • Show understanding: “I understand how this has disrupted your stay.”
    3. Apologize Sincerely
      • Even if it’s not your fault: “I’m very sorry for this inconvenience.”
    4. Take Ownership
      • Avoid passing blame.
      • Use: “I will personally make sure this is resolved.”
    5. Offer a Solution / Service Recovery
      • Empowered options: upgrade, complimentary service, late check-out, small gift.
      • Always aim to exceed expectations.
    6. Follow-Up
      • Check back: “Has everything been resolved to your satisfaction?”
      • Management may add a personal touch (note, call).

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    Summary:

    In a five-star hotel, staff need a clear way to handle guest complaints. This is called the “6-step golden framework.”

    The first step is to listen carefully. Staff must pay attention and understand the guest’s problem.

    The second step is to acknowledge and show empathy. This means staff show that they understand and care about the guest’s feelings.

    The third step is to apologize. Even if the problem is not the staff’s fault, they should say sorry.

    The fourth step is to take ownership. Staff should promise to help and not blame others.

    The fifth step is to offer a solution. This can be a small gift, a room change, or something else that makes the guest happy.

    The sixth and last step is to follow up. Staff should check that the guest is satisfied.

    Using these six steps helps guests feel respected and happy and makes the hotel look good.


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    Vocabulary:

    • to handle complaints – to deal with problems or complaints from guests
    • a framework – a plan or steps to do something
    • to pay attention – to look or listen carefully
    • to acknowledge and show empathy – to say you understand and care about someone’s feelings
    • to care about feelings – to be kind and think about how someone feels
    • to apologize – to say “I am sorry”
    • a fault – a mistake or something wrong
    • to take ownership – to say “I will help” and accept responsibility
    • to promise – to say you will do something
    • to blame somebody – to say it is someone else’s fault
    • to offer a solution – to give an idea to fix a problem
    • a small gift – a little present
    • a room change – giving the guest a different room
    • to follow up – to check later if everything is OK
    • to be satisfied – to be happy with something
    • to feel respected – to feel treated well and politely

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    Cheat sheet:

    StepWhat to DoExample Phrases
    1. Listen carefullyPay full attention to the guest and understand the problem1. “I understand, please tell me more.” 2. “I’m listening, go ahead.”
    3. “Please explain what happened.”
    4. “I hear you, thank you for telling me.”
    5. “I want to understand your problem.”
    2. Acknowledge and show empathyShow that you understand and care about the guest’s feelings1. “I understand this is frustrating.”
    2. “I see why you are upset.”
    3. “I can imagine how you feel.”
    4. “I’m sorry this happened to you.”
    5. “I understand this is important to you.”
    3. ApologizeSay sorry, even if it is not your fault1. “I am very sorry for the inconvenience.” 2. “Please accept our apologies.”
    3. “I apologize for the problem.”
    4. “We are sorry this happened.”
    5. “I am sorry for the mistake.”
    4. Take ownershipAccept responsibility and promise to help1. “I will take care of this for you.”
    2. “I will fix the problem.”
    3. “Let me handle this.”
    4. “I will make sure this is solved.”
    5. “I take responsibility for this.”
    5. Offer a solutionGive a way to fix the problem, e.g., gift, room change1. “We can change your room.”

    2. “I can offer a small gift for the inconvenience.”
    3. “We can give you a free service.”
    4. “Would you like a different room?”
    5. “We will make this right for you.”
    6. Follow upCheck later that the guest is satisfied1. “Is everything OK now?”
    2. “Are you happy with the solution?”
    3. “Did this solve your problem?”
    4. “Please let us know if anything else is wrong.”
    5. “We want to make sure you are satisfied.”



  • 🌟 Conflict resolution & complaint handling in a 5-star hotel, part 2, training objectives (A2, B1)

    1. Training Objectives

    By the end of this module, staff should be able to:

    • Handle guest complaints professionally and with empathy.
    • Turn negative experiences into opportunities for guest loyalty.
    • Apply a clear step-by-step framework to resolve issues confidently.
    • Understand the level of authority they have to provide solutions.

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    In a five-star hotel, it is very important for staff to handle guest complaints in a professional way.
    This means that staff should always stay calm and polite, even if the guest is angry or unhappy.
    Staff should listen carefully to the guest and try to understand their problem.
    They should show that they care and that they want to help.
    Using kind words and a friendly attitude can make the guest feel better.
    Staff should also try to solve the problem quickly and correctly.
    If the staff can handle complaints well, the guest will feel respected and happy.
    This can help the hotel have a good reputation and make the guest want to come back.
    Professional complaint handling is a very important skill for everyone working in a hotel, because it shows respect, care, and good service at all times.

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    Vocabulary:


    • to handle a complaint – to listen to a problem and try to fix it
    • to stay calm – to be quiet and not angry or worried
    • to be polite – to use nice words and good manners
    • to be angry – to feel upset or mad
    • to listen carefully – to pay close attention to what someone says
    • to care for somebody – to want to help and be kind to someone
    • a friendly attitude – acting kind, nice, and happy with people
    • to solve a problem correctly – to fix a problem in the right way
    • to feel respected – to feel that people treat you well and fairly
    • a good reputation – people think well about you or your hotel
    • to make the guest want to come back – to help a guest like the hotel so they return
    • a skill – something you can do well because you learned it
    • to show respect – to act in a way that makes people feel important
    • to show care – to act in a kind way and help people
    • at all times – always, every time

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    Cheat sheet :


    PhraseMeaningExample
    to handle a complaintTo listen to a problem and try to fix it“I will handle your complaint and find a solution.”
    to stay calmTo be quiet and not angry or worried“Stay calm even if the guest is upset.”
    to be politeTo use nice words and good manners“Always be polite: say ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’”
    to be angryTo feel upset or mad“The guest is angry because the room is not ready.”
    to listen carefullyTo pay close attention to what someone says“Listen carefully to understand the guest’s problem.”
    to care for somebodyTo want to help and be kind“Care for the guest and make them happy.”
    a friendly attitudeActing kind, nice, and happy with people“Smile and have a friendly attitude at work.”
    to solve a problem correctlyTo fix a problem in the right way“Solve the guest’s problem correctly and quickly.”
    to feel respectedTo feel that people treat you well and fairly“Guests feel respected when staff listen and help them.”
    a good reputationPeople think well about you or your hotel“The hotel has a good reputation for great service.”
    to make the guest want to come backTo help a guest like the hotel so they return“Good service makes the guest want to come back.”
    a skillSomething you can do well because you learned it“Handling complaints is an important skill for staff.”
    to show respectTo act in a way that makes people feel important“Always show respect to every guest.”
    to show careTo act in a kind way and help people“Show care by helping guests with their problems.”
    at all timesAlways, every time“Staff must be polite and friendly at all times.”



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    Summary:

    • In a five-star hotel, it is very important for staff to handle guest complaints in a professional way.
    • Staff should always stay calm and polite, even if the guest is angry or unhappy.
    • Staff should listen carefully to the guest and try to understand their problem.
    • Staff should show that they care and want to help the guest.
    • Using kind words and a friendly attitude can make the guest feel better.
    • Staff should try to solve the problem quickly and correctly.
    • Handling complaints well makes the guest feel respected and happy.
    • Good complaint handling helps the hotel have a good reputation.
    • It can also make the guest want to come back to the hotel.
    • Professional complaint handling is an important skill for everyone in the hotel because it shows respect, care, and good service.

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  • 🌟 Conflict resolution & complaint handling in a 5-star hotel, part 1, a summary (A2, B1)

    • turning guest complaints into memorable experiences”



    Training module (A2):

    1. Training Goals

    At the end of this module, staff will:

    • Handle guest problems in a polite and kind way.
    • Change a bad situation into a good one.
    • Use a simple 6-step plan to fix problems.
    • Know what they can and cannot offer as a solution.

    2. The 6 Golden Steps

    1. Listen Carefully

    • Look at the guest.
    • Nod.
    • Do not interrupt.
    • Remember the main points.

    2. Show Care (Empathy)

    • Say: “I understand how you feel.”

    3. Say Sorry

    • Always say sorry, even if it’s not your fault.
    • Example: “I’m very sorry for the problem.”

    4. Take Responsibility

    • Do not blame others.
    • Say: “I will fix this for you.”

    5. Give a Solution

    • Possible solutions: room upgrade, free drink, late check-out, small gift.
    • Try to give more than the guest expects.

    6. Follow Up

    • Ask later: “Is everything okay now?”
    • Manager can also call or leave a note.

    3. Practice Situations

    A. Room Not Ready
    Guest: “I waited 30 minutes. This is bad.”
    Staff:

    • Listen.
    • Say: “I understand your frustration.”
    • Say sorry.
    • Take action: “I will check with housekeeping.”
    • Offer: free drink + room upgrade.
    • Call later to check.

    B. Noise in Room
    Guest: “The next room is too noisy.”
    Staff:

    • Say: “I’m sorry your rest was disturbed.”
    • Call security or change room.
    • Offer: fruit basket + apology card.
    • Call next morning to check sleep.

    C. Wrong Bill
    Guest: “I was charged for something I did not take.”
    Staff:

    • Listen.
    • Say: “I understand your concern.”
    • Say sorry.
    • Take action: “I will remove the charge now.”
    • Offer: free airport transfer (for important guest).
    • Manager says sorry at checkout.

    4. Exercise

    • Work in pairs.
    • One is the guest, one is staff.
    • Practice A, B, C.
    • After: talk about what was good and what to improve.


    5. What Staff Can Offer

    • Front Desk / Concierge: free fruit, free drink, late check-out.
    • Supervisors: room upgrade, free service.
    • Managers: big problems, VIP guests.

    6. Useful Sentences

    • “I understand how you feel.”
    • “I’m very sorry for this.”
    • “I will take care of this for you.”
    • “May I offer you [solution]?”
    • “Is everything okay now?”

    7. Result

    • Guests feel happy and respected.
    • Staff feel strong and ready.
    • Hotel gets good reviews and more loyal guests.

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    A2 vocabulary:

    • conflict resolution → solving a fight or problem between people
    • complaint handling → helping a guest who is not happy
    • a summary → a short text about the main ideas
    • a training goal → what you want to learn in a lesson
    • a module → one part of a training course
    • to handle a problem → to work on and solve a problem
    • to be polite → to use good and friendly words
    • to be kind → to be nice and helpful
    • to change a situation into a good one → to make a bad thing better
    • to fix problems → to make problems go away
    • to offer a solution → to give an idea to solve a problem
    • to interrupt → to stop someone when they are speaking
    • to remember main points → to think again of the most important things
    • to show care / empathy → to show you understand how another person feels
    • a fault → a mistake or problem
    • to take responsibility → to say “I will do it” or “It is my mistake”
    • to blame others → to say another person made the mistake
    • to give a solution → to tell how to solve the problem
    • a gift → something you give for free
    • to expect → to think something will happen
    • to leave a note → to write a short message and put it somewhere
    • frustration → a strong feeling when things don’t work and you are unhappy
    • to disturb → to stop someone’s rest or peace
    • an apology card → a small card that says “sorry”
    • to charge for something → to ask someone to pay for something
    • to work in pairs → two people working together
    • to improve → to make something better
    • to take care of something → to make sure something is okay
    • to offer something → to say “Would you like this?”
    • to feel respected → to feel that others are nice and value you
    • to feel ready → to feel prepared
    • a good hotel review → good words about a hotel on the internet or paper
    • a loyal guest → a guest who comes back many times

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    🏨 Training module (B1):


    1. Training Objectives

    By the end of this module, staff should be able to:

    • Handle guest complaints professionally and with empathy.
    • Turn negative experiences into opportunities for guest loyalty.
    • Apply a clear step-by-step framework to resolve issues confidently.
    • Understand the level of authority they have to provide solutions.

    2. The 6-Step Golden Framework

    1. Listen Actively
      • Maintain eye contact, nod, and don’t interrupt.
      • Note key details.
    2. Acknowledge & Empathize
      • Show understanding: “I understand how this has disrupted your stay.”
    3. Apologize Sincerely
      • Even if it’s not your fault: “I’m very sorry for this inconvenience.”
    4. Take Ownership
      • Avoid passing blame.
      • Use: “I will personally make sure this is resolved.”
    5. Offer a Solution / Service Recovery
      • Empowered options: upgrade, complimentary service, late check-out, small gift.
      • Always aim to exceed expectations.
    6. Follow-Up
      • Check back: “Has everything been resolved to your satisfaction?”
      • Management may add a personal touch (note, call).

    3. Role-Play Scenarios for Practice

    Scenario A: Room Not Ready at Check-In

    • Guest: “I’ve been waiting 30 minutes for my room, this is unacceptable.”
    • Staff Approach:
      1. Listen and let guest vent.
      2. Acknowledge: “I truly understand your frustration after your journey.”
      3. Apologize.
      4. Take ownership: “Let me personally check with housekeeping right away.”
      5. Offer solution: complimentary drink at the lounge while waiting + room upgrade.
      6. Follow-up later: phone call to confirm guest is happy with the room.

    Scenario B: Noise Complaint

    • Guest: “The room next door is so noisy, I can’t sleep.”
    • Staff Approach:
      1. Empathize: “I’m very sorry your rest was disturbed.”
      2. Take action: contact security discreetly, offer room move.
      3. Service recovery: fruit basket and personalized apology card.
      4. Follow-up: call next morning to check on rest.

    Scenario C: Incorrect Billing

    • Guest: “I was charged for a minibar item I never took!”
    • Staff Approach:
      1. Listen calmly, don’t argue.
      2. Acknowledge: “I understand how concerning unexpected charges can be.”
      3. Apologize for the inconvenience.
      4. Take ownership: “I will remove the charge immediately and double-check for you.”
      5. Solution: adjust bill + offer complimentary airport transfer (if high-value guest).
      6. Follow-up: send manager to personally apologize at checkout.

    4. Interactive Exercise

    • Split staff into pairs.
    • One plays the guest, the other the staff member.
    • Rotate scenarios A–C.
    • After each, group discussion: What went well? What could be improved?

    5. Empowerment Guidelines

    • Front Desk / Concierge can offer small gestures (fruit basket, welcome drink, late checkout).
    • Supervisors can approve bigger compensations (room upgrades, free services).
    • Managers handle escalated complaints or very upset VIP guests.

    6. Key Phrases for Staff

    • “I completely understand how this must feel for you.”
    • “I’m very sorry this happened during your stay.”
    • “Let me take care of this for you right away.”
    • “May I offer you [solution] while we resolve this?”
    • “Has this been resolved to your satisfaction?”

    7. Outcome

    • Guests feel respected, cared for, and valued.
    • Staff feel confident and empowered.
    • Hotel reputation improves through positive reviews and loyalty.

  • The job interview, part 3 (A1 advanced, a checklist)

    • looking back, a checklist

    Before you go through the checklist, do part 1 and part 2





    Job Interview Self-Review Checklist – Present Tense A1 Version

    1. Before entering the room

    • I read about the company and job.
    • I stay calm and take deep breaths.
    • I feel confident and ready.
    • I wear clean and neat clothes.
    • I bring my CV or notebook.

    2. Entering the room

    • I greet the panel politely.
    • I smile naturally.
    • I make eye contact.
    • I walk straight and sit upright.
    • I keep my body relaxed.

    3. Sitting down / starting interview

    • I sit calmly and quietly.
    • I keep my hands and feet still.
    • I feel confident.
    • I have pen and notebook ready.
    • I focus on the panel.

    4. Listening to questions

    • I listen carefully to all words.
    • I wait until the panel finishes.
    • I ask politely if I do not understand.
    • I take small notes quietly.
    • I show interest by nodding or looking at the speaker.

    5. Answering questions

    • I speak politely.
    • I give clear answers.
    • I tell the truth.
    • I take time to think.
    • I give small examples.
    • I smile naturally when I answer.
    • I make a good impression.

    6. During the interview

    • I keep eye contact.
    • I smile politely.
    • I stay calm even if I feel nervous.
    • I do not complain.
    • I show interest in the questions.
    • I sit upright.
    • I speak clearly and not too fast.

    7. Ending the interview

    • I thank the panel politely.
    • I leave calmly.
    • I think about what I do well and what I can improve.
    • I plan to send a thank-you email.
    • I smile when I leave.

  • The job interview, part 1 (A1 advanced)

    • how to enter and sit

    When you go to your job interview, it is important to make a good first impression. When you enter the room, walk slowly and stand tall. Smile at the people in the panel and say hello in a clear and friendly voice. Look at each person for a moment. If someone offers you a handshake, take it and shake their hand gently. This shows respect and confidence.

    When they invite you to sit down, move calmly to the chair. Sit with your back straight and both feet on the floor. Put your hands on your lap or on the table. Do not cross your arms, because this looks closed. Do not play with your phone or a pen, because it looks nervous. Sit in a way that shows you are ready to listen and speak.

    During the interview, listen carefully. Nod your head a little to show you understand. Look at the person who asks the question, and sometimes look at the other people too. When you answer, speak slowly and clearly. Lean a little forward to show interest, but do not move too much.

    Good body language with a smile, open hands, and calm movements will help you look professional and confident.


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    Vocabulary:


    • important – something that matters a lot
    • a first impression – the first feeling someone has when they see you
    • to enter a room – to go into a room
    • to stand tall – to stand straight and high
    • to smile at the panel – to make a happy face to the people who ask questions
    • a clear voice – a voice that is easy to hear and understand
    • for a moment – for a short time
    • to show respect – to act in a polite and kind way
    • to show confidence – to act like you believe in yourself
    • to move calmly – to move slowly and not nervously
    • sit with your back straight – sit without bending your back
    • hands on the lap – put your hands on your legs
    • to cross arms – put your arms over your chest
    • to look closed (body language) – to look like you do not want to talk
    • to be ready to speak – to be ready to talk
    • to listen carefully – to hear and understand well
    • to nod the head – to move your head up and down to say “yes” or “I understand”
    • to lean forward – to move your body a little forward
    • a calm movement – a slow and quiet movement
    • to look professional – to look like you know your job
    • to be confident – to believe in yourself

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    Multiple choice, one answer correct:


    1. Important means…
      a) something that matters a lot
      b) something small
      c) something not needed
    2. A first impression is…
      a) the last feeling someone has
      b) the first feeling someone has
      c) the middle feeling someone has
    3. To enter a room means…
      a) to leave a room
      b) to go into a room
      c) to walk outside
    4. To stand tall means…
      a) to bend your back
      b) to stand straight and high
      c) to sit straight
    5. To smile at the panel means…
      a) to look at the floor
      b) to look at your phone
      c) to look happy at the people
    6. A clear voice is…
      a) a voice that is fast
      b) a voice that is quiet
      c) a voice that is easy to hear
    7. For a moment means…
      a) forever
      b) for a short time
      c) for a long time
    8. To show respect means…
      a) to ignore people
      b) to act politely
      c) to shout loudly
    9. To show confidence means…
      a) to act like you believe in yourself
      b) to hide your hands
      c) to speak very quietly
    10. To move calmly means…
      a) to run quickly
      b) to move slowly and not nervously
      c) to jump fast
    11. Sit with your back straight means…
      a) sit on the floor
      b) sit without bending your back
      c) lean to one side
    12. Hands on the lap means…
      a) put your hands on your legs
      b) put your hands in your pockets
      c) hold your head
    13. To cross arms means…
      a) put your hands on your legs
      b) wave your arms
      c) put your arms over your chest
    14. To look closed (body language) means…
      a) to smile a lot
      b) to look like you do not want to talk
      c) to jump up and down
    15. To be ready to speak means…
      a) to run outside
      b) to be ready to talk
      c) to sleep
    16. To listen carefully means…
      a) to close your eyes
      b) to look at your phone
      c) to hear and understand well
    17. To nod the head means…
      a) to jump
      b) to move your head up and down to say yes
      c) to shake your hands
    18. To lean forward means…
      a) to stand on one foot
      b) to sit on the floor
      c) to move your body a little forward

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


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    Correct version:

    1. Important – something that matters a lot
    2. A first impression – the first feeling someone has
    3. To enter a room – to walk outside
    4. To stand tall – to stand straight and high
    5. To smile at the panel – to look happy at the people
    6. A clear voice – a voice that is fast
    7. For a moment – for a short time
    8. To show respect – to shout loudly
    9. To show confidence – to act like you believe in yourself
    10. To move calmly – to move slowly and not nervously
    11. Sit with your back straight – lean to one side
    12. Hands on the lap – put your hands on your legs
    13. To cross arms – put your arms over your chest
    14. To look closed (body language) – to look like you do not want to talk
    15. To be ready to speak – to sleep
    16. To listen carefully – to hear and understand well
    17. To nod the head – to move your head up and down to say yes
    18. To lean forward – to stand on one foot


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    Match the word to its definition;

    Words:

    1. important
    2. first impression
    3. to enter a room
    4. to stand tall
    5. to smile at the panel
    6. a clear voice
    7. for a moment
    8. to show respect
    9. to show confidence
    10. to move calmly
    11. sit with your back straight
    12. hands on the lap
    13. to cross arms
    14. to nod the head


    Definitions:

    a) To place your hands on your legs while sitting.
    b) To make a positive feeling when people first see you.
    c) To walk into a place.
    d) To keep your body upright while sitting.
    e) To lift your head slightly to signal understanding.
    f) To express politeness to someone.
    g) Very necessary or significant.
    h) To show that you believe in yourself.
    i) To smile at the people in front of you politely.
    j) To stay still and not move nervously.
    k) A short period of time.
    l) To fold your arms across your chest.
    m) To speak so everyone can hear clearly.
    n) To keep your body upright while standing.


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

    important – Very necessary or significant.

    first impression – To make a positive feeling when people first see you.

    to enter a room – To walk into a place.

    to stand tall – To keep your body upright while standing.

    to smile at the panel – To smile at the people in front of you politely.

    a clear voice – To speak so everyone can hear clearly.

    for a moment – A short period of time.

    to show respect – To express politeness to someone.

    to show confidence – To show that you believe in yourself.

    to move calmly – To stay still and not move nervously.

    sit with your back straight – To keep your body upright while sitting.

    hands on the lap – To place your hands on your legs while sitting.

    to cross arms – To fold your arms across your chest.

    to nod the head – To lift your head slightly to signal understanding.

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    Gap-fill exercise:


    1. It is very ______ to be on time for a job interview.
      a) important
      b) hands on the lap
      c) to lean forward
    2. Your ______ is the first feeling people have when they see you.
      a) a clear voice
      b) first impression
      c) to move calmly
    3. When you walk into the interview, you need ______.
      a) to enter a room
      b) to smile at the panel
      c) to cross arms
    4. Always try ______ so you look confident.
      a) for a moment
      b) to nod the head
      c) to stand tall
    5. It is good ______ when you meet the people who ask questions.
      a) to smile at the panel
      b) to lean forward
      c) a clear voice
    6. Speak in ______ so everyone can hear you.
      a) a clear voice
      b) to be ready to speak
      c) to show confidence
    7. Look at each person ______ to show you notice them.
      a) for a moment
      b) sit with your back straight
      c) to move calmly
    8. Shake hands gently to ______ to the interviewers.
      a) lean forward
      b) have hands on the lap
      c) show respec to
    9. Smile and sit straight to ______ during the interview.
      a) be ready to speak
      b) show confidence
      c) cross arms
    10. Try ______ when you go to your chair.
      a) to move calmly
      b) to stand tall
      c) to listen carefully
    11. Always ______ when you sit on a chair.
      a) sit with your back straight
      b) hands on the lap
      c) to show confidence
    12. Put your ______ so your hands are not nervous.
      a) hands on the lap
      b) to lean forward
      c) to smile at the panel
    13. Do not ______ because it looks unfriendly.
      a) wait for a moment
      b) move calmly
      c) cross arms
    14. If you cross your arms, you might ______ to others.
      a) show respect
      b) look closed
      c) be ready to speak
    15. Sit ready to answer questions and ______.
      a) to listen carefully
      b) to be ready to speak
      c) first impression
    16. Always ______ to understand the questions.
      a) nod the head
      b) wait for a moment
      c) listen carefully
    17. Sometimes you can ______ to show you understand.
      a) nod the head
      b) stand tall
      c) smile at the panel
    18. You can show interest by ______.
      a) leaning forward
      b) showing confidence
      c) speaking in a clear voice

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    Answers:

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


    Correct sentences:


    1. It is very important to be on time for a job interview.
    2. Your first impression is the first feeling people have when they see you.
    3. When you walk into the interview, you need to smile at the panel.
    4. Always try to stand tall so you look confident.
    5. It is good to lean forward when you meet the people who ask questions.
    6. Speak in a clear voice so everyone can hear you.
    7. Look at each person for a moment to show you notice them.
    8. Shake hands gently to show respect to the interviewers.
    9. Smile and sit straight to show confidence during the interview.
    10. Try to stand tall when you go to your chair.
    11. Always sit with your back straight when you sit on a chair.
    12. Put your hands on the lap so your hands are not nervous.
    13. Do not cross arms because it looks unfriendly.
    14. If you cross your arms, you might look closed to others.
    15. Sit ready to answer questions and to listen carefully.
    16. Always listen carefully to understand the questions.
    17. Sometimes you can nod the head to show you understand.
    18. You can show interest by leaning forward.

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    True or false?


    1. You should cross your arms during the interview to look confident.
    2. Smiling at the panel shows friendliness.
    3. Leaning slightly forward can show interest in what the interviewer says.
    4. Playing with your phone during the interview looks professional.
    5. Sitting with your back straight is recommended.
    6. You should look at each person for a moment when answering questions.
    7. Speaking quickly makes you look more confident.
    8. Nodding your head slightly shows that you understand.
    9. A clear voice helps the interviewers hear you better.
    10. Moving around too much shows that you are calm.
    11. Walking slowly and standing tall makes a good first impression.
    12. Ignoring the handshake offered shows respect.
    13. Putting your hands on your lap helps you appear calm.
    14. Sitting with your arms crossed shows that you are ready to speak.

    ————————————–
    True: 2,3,5,6,8,9,11,13
    ————————————–

    Correct version:


    1. You should cross your arms during the interview to look confident. True is: You should keep your arms open or on your lap to look confident.
    2. Smiling at the panel shows friendliness.
    3. Leaning slightly forward can show interest in what the interviewer says.
    4. Playing with your phone during the interview looks professional. True is: You should not play with your phone during the interview.
    5. Sitting with your back straight is recommended.
    6. You should look at each person for a moment when answering questions.
    7. Speaking quickly makes you look more confident. True is: You should speak slowly and clearly to look confident.
    8. Nodding your head slightly shows that you understand.
    9. A clear voice helps the interviewers hear you better.
    10. Moving around too much shows that you are calm. True is: Calm movements help you look professional.
    11. Walking slowly and standing tall makes a good first impression.
    12. Ignoring the handshake offered shows respect. True is: You should accept a handshake gently to show respect.
    13. Putting your hands on your lap helps you appear calm.
    14. Sitting with your arms crossed shows that you are ready to speak. True is: You should avoid crossing your arms because it looks closed.

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    Summary:
    Making a good first Impression at a job interview

    • Entering the Room
      • Walk slowly and stand tall.
      • Smile at the people in the panel.
      • Say hello in a clear and friendly voice.
      • Look at each person for a moment.
      • Shake hands gently if someone offers their hand.
    • Sitting Down
      • Move calmly to the chair.
      • Sit with your back straight and both feet on the floor.
      • Put your hands on your lap or on the table.
      • Do not cross your arms.
      • Do not play with your phone or a pen.
      • Sit ready to listen and speak.
    • During the Interview
      • Listen carefully to the questions.
      • Nod your head a little to show understanding.
      • Look at the person asking the question and sometimes at the others.
      • Speak slowly and clearly when answering.
      • Lean slightly forward to show interest.
      • Avoid moving too much.
    • Body Language
      • Smile.
      • Keep your hands open.
      • Make calm movements.
      • Shows professionalism and confidence.

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    Fill in, words below:

    carefully – panel – confident –
    impression – nod – tall – keep – lap –
    handshake – interest –
    cross

    —————————–
    It is very important to make a good first __________ at a job interview.
    When you enter the room, walk slowly and stand __________.
    Smile at the people on the __________ and speak in a clear, friendly voice.
    If someone offers a -_________ , shake it gently.
    When you sit, __________ your back straight and hands on your __________.
    Do not __________ your arms or play with your phone.
    Look at each person for a moment and listen __________.
    __________ to show you understand.
    Speak slowly and lean a little forward to show _________
    Calm movements, a smile, and __________ posture help you look professional, polite, and ready to speak.

    ———————————-

    Full version:


    It is very important to make a good first impression at a job interview. When you enter the room, walk slowly and stand tall. Smile at the people on the panel and speak in a clear, friendly voice. If someone offers a handshake, shake it gently. When you sit, keep your back straight and hands on your lap. Do not cross your arms or play with your phone. Look at each person for a moment and listen carefully. Nod to show you understand. Speak slowly and lean a little forward to show interest. Calm movements, a smile, and confident posture help you look professional, polite, and ready to speak.

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

    SUMMARY:


    Job Interview – Steps and Tips

    1. First Impression

    • Walk slowly into the room.
    • Stand tall.
    • Smile at the panel.
    • Say hello in a clear voice.
    • Look at each person for a moment.

    2. Handshake

    • If someone gives a handshake, take it.
    • Shake gently.
    • This shows respect and confidence.

    3. Sitting Down

    • Move calmly to your chair.
    • Sit with your back straight.
    • Put your hands on your lap.
    • Do not cross your arms.
    • Do not play with your phone or pen.
    • Sit ready to listen and speak.

    4. During the Interview

    • Listen carefully to questions.
    • Nod your head to show understanding.
    • Look at the person asking, sometimes look at others.
    • Speak slowly and clearly.
    • Lean slightly forward to show interest.

    5. Body Language

    • Use calm movements.
    • Keep open hands.
    • Smile.
    • Show professionalism and confidence.

  • Job interview: “Will you leave this job if you find a better one?” (A2, summary in A1)

    • and your answer?


    In the interview, one person on the panel looks at me and asks directly: “Will you leave this job if you find a better one?”

    I [smile politely] and [take a short breath]. I say: “Thank you for this question.” Then I continue: “For me, a better job does not only mean more money. A better job means good colleagues, a friendly team, fair treatment, and a chance to learn new skills. It also means a place where I feel safe, respected, and happy.”

    I [look at the panel with confidence] and explain more: “If I can find all these things in this company, I will not want to leave. I will feel that this job is already the best one for me.”

    Then I add: “For me, stability is very important. When I accept a job, I want to give my best. I want to work hard every day and grow step by step. I want to make a good difference in the company.”

    I [pause for a moment] and say: “Of course, nobody can see the future, but my plan is very clear. I want to stay in this job, I want to learn, and I want to grow together with your company.”

    At the end, I [smile again] and say clearly: “So, no, I will not leave this job if I find a better one. My goal is to stay loyal, to give my best, and to build my future with your team.”

    This answer shows that I am serious, positive, and ready to commit.


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    Structured version:


    • The panel asks: “Will you leave this job if you find a better one?”
    • My first reaction:
      • I smile politely.
      • I take a short breath.
      • I say: “Thank you for this question.”
    • I explain what “a better job” means:
      • “For me, a better job does not only mean more money.”
      • “A better job means good colleagues and a friendly team.”
      • “It means fair treatment from managers.”
      • “It also means chances to learn new skills.”
      • “And it means a place where I feel safe, respected, and happy.”
    • I explain why I would stay:
      • “If I can find all these things in this company, I will not want to leave.”
      • “I will feel that this job is already the best one for me.”
    • I talk about stability and commitment:
      • “For me, stability is very important.”
      • “When I accept a job, I want to give my best every day.”
      • “I want to work hard and grow step by step.”
      • “I also want to make a good difference in the company.”
    • I explain about the future:
      • “Of course, nobody can see the future.”
      • “But my plan is very clear.”
      • “I want to stay in this job, learn, and grow together with your company.”
    • Final answer:
      • “So, no, I will not leave this job if I find a better one.”
      • “My goal is to stay loyal, give my best, and build my future with your team.”

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    More details:


    • The panel asks: “Will you leave this job if you find a better one?
    • My first reaction:
      • I smile politely to show respect and a positive attitude.
      • I sit straight and keep eye contact, so they can see I am confident.
      • I take a short breath to give myself one moment to think.
      • I do not answer too fast, because I want to show that I take the question seriously.
      • I say with a calm voice: “Thank you for this question.”
      • By saying this, I show that I respect the panel and that I am happy to give an honest answer.
      • My tone is friendly but also clear, so they know I am sure about my answer.

    ——————————–


    • I explain what “a better job” means:
      • I speak slowly and clearly, to make sure the panel understands me.
      • I say: “For me, a better job does not only mean more money.” I want them to know that I care about more than salary.
      • I continue: “A better job means good colleagues and a friendly team.” I explain that working with kind and helpful people is very important for me.
      • I add: “It means fair treatment from managers.” I want the panel to see that respect and fairness are very important in a workplace.
      • I say: “It also means chances to learn new skills.” I show that I want to grow and improve myself in this job.
      • Finally, I say: “And it means a place where I feel safe, respected, and happy.” I explain that a good environment helps me work better and stay motivated.
      • While I speak, I keep eye contact with the panel to show that I am serious and honest.
      • I nod sometimes to show that I am confident about my answer.
      • I speak in a calm voice, not too fast, to make my ideas clear.

    ——————————–


    • I explain why I would stay:
      • I speak calmly and with confidence, so the panel can see that I am serious.
      • I say: “If I can find all these things in this company, I will not want to leave.” I explain that a good team, respect, learning opportunities, and a friendly environment are more important to me than just money.
      • I continue: “I will feel that this job is already the best one for me.” I want the panel to understand that I will be happy and motivated if I work here.
      • I add that when I like my workplace, I can do my work better and help the company succeed.
      • I keep eye contact with the panel to show honesty and commitment.
      • I nod slightly to show that I believe in my words.
      • I speak slowly and clearly, so they can see I am thoughtful and not giving a quick or careless answer.
      • I explain that I want to stay and grow step by step in the company. I want to show that I am loyal and responsible.
      • I end this part with a calm smile, so they feel that I am positive and serious about this job.

    ———————————-


    • I talk about stability and commitment:
      • I speak slowly and clearly to show that I am serious about my words.
      • I say: “For me, stability is very important.” I explain that I want a long-term job where I can feel safe and comfortable.
      • I continue: “When I accept a job, I want to give my best every day.” I want the panel to understand that I am hardworking and responsible.
      • I add: “I want to work hard and grow step by step.” I explain that I am ready to learn new things slowly and improve myself little by little.
      • I also say: “I want to make a good difference in the company.” I want to show that I care not only about myself but also about the success of the team and the company.
      • While I speak, I keep eye contact with the panel to show honesty and confidence.
      • I nod slightly sometimes to emphasize my words and show that I am serious.
      • I speak in a calm voice, not too fast, to make sure my message is clear.
      • I want the panel to see that I am loyal, responsible, and ready to work for a long time in the company.

    ————————————–


    • I explain about the future:
      • I speak calmly and slowly to show that I am serious and thoughtful.
      • I say: “Of course, nobody can see the future.” I explain that I know things can change, but I want to show that I am realistic and honest.
      • I continue: “But my plan is very clear.” I want the panel to understand that I have a strong goal and a clear idea of my work and career.
      • I add: “I want to stay in this job, learn, and grow together with your company.” I explain that my goal is to improve myself step by step and help the company at the same time.
      • While I speak, I keep eye contact to show that I am confident and sincere.
      • I nod slightly sometimes to emphasize that I am sure about my plan.
      • I speak with a calm and friendly tone to show that I am motivated and positive about the future.
      • I want the panel to understand that I am loyal and that I will focus on this job for a long time.
      • I also show with my tone and gestures that I am ready to grow with the company and learn new skills every day.

    —————————————–


    • Final answer:
      • I smile politely and look at the panel to show respect and confidence.
      • I speak clearly and slowly to make sure my message is understood.
      • I say: “So, no, I will not leave this job if I find a better one.” I want to make my answer strong and honest.
      • I continue: “My goal is to stay loyal, give my best, and build my future with your team.” I explain that I want to be committed, work hard every day, and grow with the company.
      • I nod slightly to show that I am serious and confident about my answer.
      • I maintain calm eye contact with the panel to show that I mean what I say.
      • I use a friendly and positive tone, so the panel can feel my motivation and honesty.
      • I add in my mind that loyalty, responsibility, and teamwork are very important to me.
      • By finishing with this answer, I show that I am focused on this job and on giving my best, not just looking for other opportunities.
      • I end with a small smile to leave a positive impression and to show that I am confident about my decision and my future with the company.

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    >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Summary in A1:


    • The panel asks: “Will you leave this job if you find a better one?”
    • My first reaction:
      • I smile politely.
      • I sit straight and look at the panel.
      • I take a short breath.
      • I say: “Thank you for this question.”
      • I want to show that I think about the question and I am serious.
    • I explain what “a better job” means:
      • I say: “For me, a better job is not only more money.”
      • “A better job means good colleagues and a friendly team.”
      • “It means fair treatment from managers.”
      • “It also gives a chance to learn new skills.”
      • “And it is a place where I feel safe, respected, and happy.”
      • I speak slowly and look at the panel to show I am honest.
    • I explain why I would stay:
      • I say: “If I find all these things in this company, I will not want to leave.”
      • “I will feel that this job is already the best one for me.”
      • I explain that when I like my job, I can work better and help the company.
      • I smile to show I am serious and positive.
    • I talk about stability and commitment:
      • I say: “For me, stability is very important.”
      • “When I start a job, I want to give my best every day.”
      • “I want to work hard and grow step by step.”
      • “I also want to make a good difference in the company.”
      • I speak clearly and look at the panel to show I am loyal and responsible.
    • I explain about the future:
      • I say: “Of course, nobody can see the future.”
      • “But my plan is very clear.”
      • “I want to stay in this job, learn, and grow together with your company.”
      • I speak slowly and smile to show I am honest and motivated.
    • Final answer:
      • I say: “So, no, I will not leave this job if I find a better one.”
      • “My goal is to stay loyal, give my best, and build my future with your team.”
      • I smile and look at the panel to show confidence and honesty.

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

    Some more thoughts (A2):


    Reasons to Stay in a Job Even If Another Company Offers Work

    • Enjoy Work – I like my daily tasks and feel proud of what I do. When work is interesting, I am motivated to stay.
    • Good Boss and Colleagues – I work with friendly colleagues and a supportive boss. A good team makes work more comfortable and happy.
    • Job Safety – My job is stable and secure. I know I can stay in this job for a long time without problems.
    • Salary and Benefits – I earn enough money and have benefits like health insurance, paid holidays, or retirement plans. Money is important, but benefits make work easier and safe.
    • Work-Life Balance – My job allows me time for family, friends, and hobbies. If work does not take all my time, I feel happier.
    • Opportunities to Grow – I can learn new skills, get training, and have a chance for promotion. A job with future possibilities is valuable.
    • Comfort and Respect – I feel comfortable, happy, and respected at work. If the workplace is positive, I want to stay.

    Conclusion: Even if another company offers more money, I may stay in my current job because of comfort, safety, respect, and growth opportunities.


  • Meet Sophea 8b (A1, past simple, Mother’s Day)

    before doing the following text and exercises,
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    Sophea, now in her sixties remembers the time she spent with her parents, and, Mother’S Day.


    Sophea was a ten-year-old girl. She lived in the countryside iwith her family. She loved her mother very much. Her mother was kind and helped her every day.

    Sophea and her mother did many things together. They cooked food and cleaned the house. Sometimes they went to the market. Sophea liked to help her mother.

    Her father and brother also helped at home. Her dad worked in the garden and carried water. Her brother fed the chickens and helped clean. The family worked together.

    On Mother’s Day, Sophea wanted to make her mother happy. She picked flowers from the garden and gave them to her. She also drew a picture and wrote, “I love you, Mommy.”

    Her dad and brother said “Happy Mother’s Day” too. They all smiled and hugged. It was a special and happy day for the whole family.


    _____________________________

    Verbs:


    • to be (was/were) – to exist, to describe something or someone
    • to live (lived) – to have your home in a place
    • to love (loved) – to like someone very much
    • to help (helped) – to make something easier for someone
    • to do (did) – to make or complete something
    • to cook (cooked) – to prepare food
    • to clean (cleaned) – to make something not dirty
    • to go (went) – to move from one place to another
    • to like (liked) – to enjoy something
    • to work (worked) – to do a job or activity
    • to carry (carried) – to hold something and take it somewhere
    • to feed (fed) – to give food to someone or an animal
    • to want (wanted) – to wish for something
    • to make (made) – to create or produce something
    • to pick (picked) – to take flowers, fruit, or something with your fingers
    • to give (gave) – to let someone have something
    • to draw (drew) – to make a picture with a pen or pencil
    • to write (wrote) – to put words on paper
    • to say (said) – to speak words
    • to smile (smiled) – to make a happy face with your mouth
    • to hug (hugged) – to put your arms around someone
    • to have (had) – to own or experience something

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    Questions and answers in past simple:

    Example:


    1. Did Sophea live in the city when she was ten?

      YOU WRITE:
      No, she did not. She lived in the countryside.
    2. Did Sophea dislike her mother?
      _________________________________
    3. Did Sophea and her mother go to school together?
      _________________________________
    4. Did her mother work in the garden?
      _________________________________
    5. Did Sophea feed the chickens?
      _________________________________
    6. Did Sophea give flowers to her father on Mother’s Day?
      _________________________________
    7. Did her father draw a picture for Mother’s Day?
      _________________________________
    8. Did the family go to the city for Mother’s Day?
      _________________________________
    9. Did Sophea clean the garden by herself?
      _________________________________
    10. Did Sophea forget to say “I love you” to her mother?
      _________________________________

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    Correct answers:


    1. Did Sophea live in the city when she was ten?
      No, she did not. She lived in the countryside.
    2. Did Sophea dislike [not like] her mother?
      No, she did not. She loved her mother very much.
    3. Did Sophea and her mother go to school together?
      No, they did not. They cooked and cleaned together.
    4. Did her mother work in the garden?
      No, she did not. Her father worked in the garden.
    5. Did Sophea feed the chickens?
      No, she did not. Her brother fed the chickens.
    6. Did Sophea give flowers to her father on Mother’s Day?
      No, she did not. She gave flowers to her mother.
    7. Did her father draw a picture for Mother’s Day?
      No, he did not. Sophea drew the picture.
    8. Did the family go to the city for Mother’s Day?
      No, they did not. They stayed at home and celebrated.
    9. Did Sophea clean the garden by herself?
      No, she did not. She helped her mother in the house.
    10. Did Sophea forget to say “I love you” to her mother?
      No, she did not. She wrote, “I love you, Mommy.”

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    True?

    Example:


    1. Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.

      YOU WRITE:

      Sophea did not live in a city when she was ten years old.
      She lived in the countryside.

    2. Sophea and her mother went to school together.
      ___________________________________
    3. Her father carried water in the house.
      ___________________________________
    4. Sophea gave a present to her father on Mother’s Day.
      ___________________________________
    5. Sophea cleaned the garden with her mother.
      ___________________________________
    6. Her mother worked in the garden sometimes.
      ___________________________________
    7. The family went to the city on Mother’s Day.
      ___________________________________
    8. Sophea forgot to draw a picture for her mother.
      ___________________________________
    9. Sophea did not pick flowers for her mother.
      ___________________________________


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    Correct version:


    Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.
    Sophea did not live in a city when she was ten years old. She lived in the countryside.

    Sophea and her mother went to school together.
    Sophea did not go to school with her mother. She sometimes went to the market and cooked with her mother.

    Her father carried water in the house.
    Her father did not carry water in the house. He carried water outside.

    Sophea gave a present to her father on Mother’s Day.
    Sophea did not give a present to her father on Mother’s Day. She gave it to her mother.

    Sophea cleaned the garden with her mother.
    Sophea did not clean the garden with her mother. She cleaned the house with her mother.

    Her mother worked in the garden sometimes.
    Her mother did not work in the garden sometimes. She helped Sophea at home.

    The family went to the city on Mother’s Day.
    The family did not go to the city on Mother’s Day. They stayed at home.

    Sophea forgot to draw a picture for her mother.
    Sophea did not forget to draw a picture for her mother. She drew a picture for her.

    Sophea did not pick flowers for her mother.
    Sophea did not forget to pick flowers for her mother. She picked flowers from the garden.

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    When Sophea was ten years old – complete:


    1. Sophea ______________________ (want) to help her mother.
    2. Sophea and her mother ______________________ (like) to cook together.
    3. Sometimes, Sophea ______________________ (go) to the market with her mother.
    4. On Mother’s Day, Sophea ______________________ (want) to make her mother happy.
    5. She ______________________ (pick) flowers to give to her mother.
    6. Sophea ______________________ (draw) a picture to show her love.
    7. She ______________________ (write) “I love you, Mommy” to say how she felt.
    8. Her father ______________________ (work) in the garden to carry water.
    9. Her brother ______________________ (help) at home to clean the house.
    10. The family ______________________ (smile) and ________________ (give) hugs to celebrate Mother’s Day.
    11. Sophea ______________________ (like) to help her mother with cooking and cleaning.
    12. Her father ______________________ (say) “Happy Mother’s Day.” to Sophea’s mother.
    13. Mother’s Day ______________________ (be) special for the family to enjoy together.

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    Correct version:


    1. Sophea wanted to help her mother.
    2. Sophea and her mother liked to cook together.
    3. Sometimes, Sophea went to the market with her mother.
    4. On Mother’s Day, Sophea wanted to make her mother happy.
    5. She picked flowers to give to her mother.
    6. Sophea drew a picture to show her love.
    7. She wrote “I love you, Mommy” to say how she felt.
    8. Her father worked in the garden to carry water.
    9. Her brother helped at home to clean the house.
    10. The family smiled and gave hugs to celebrate Mother’s Day.
    11. Sophea liked to help her mother with cooking and cleaning.
    12. Her father said “Happy Mother’s Day” to Sophea’s mother.
    13. Mother’s Day was special for the family to enjoy together.

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    Correct the mistakes, do not use a ’not‘ construction::

    Example:

    Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.

    YOU WRITE:
    She lived in a village when she was ten years old.


    1. Sophea hated her mother.
      __________________________
    2. Sophea and her mother went to school together.
      __________________________
    3. Sophea helped no one at home.
      __________________________
    4. Her father worked inside the house instead of the garden.
      __________________________
    5. Her brother played all day and did not help.
      __________________________
    6. Sophea gave flowers to her father on Mother’s Day.
      __________________________
    7. Sophea forgot to draw a picture for her mother.
      __________________________
    8. The family forgot Mother’s Day.
      __________________________
    9. Mother’s Day was not special for the family.
      __________________________
    10. Sophea wrote a letter to her father.
      __________________________
    11. Her mother was unfriendly to Sophea.
      __________________________

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    Correct version:


    1. Sophea loved her mother.
    2. Sophea and her mother cooked and cleaned together.
    3. Sophea helped her mother at home.
    4. Her father worked in the garden.
    5. Her brother helped at home.
    6. Sophea gave flowers to her mother on Mother’s Day.
    7. Sophea drew a picture for her mother.
    8. The family celebrated Mother’s Day.
    9. Mother’s Day was special for the family.
    10. Sophea wrote a letter to her mother.
    11. Her mother was kind to Sophea.

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    Make the sentences negative:

    Example:


    Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.

    YOU WRITE:

    Sophea did not live in the city when she was ten years old.

    ——————————-

    1. Sophea hated her mother.
    2. Sophea and her mother went to school together.
    3. Sophea stayed at home all the time.
    4. Her father worked inside the house.
    5. Her brother played all day.
    6. Sophea gave flowers to her father on Mother’s Day.
    7. Sophea forgot to draw a picture for her mother.
    8. The family ignored Mother’s Day.
    9. Mother’s Day was a day like all the others for the family.

    ———————————
    Answers:

    1. Sophea did not hate her mother.
    2. Sophea and her mother did not go to school together.
    3. Sophea did not stay at home all the time.
    4. Her father did not work inside the house.
    5. Her brother did not play all day.
    6. Sophea did not give flowers to her father on Mother’s Day.
    7. Sophea did not forget to draw a picture for her mother.
    8. The family did not ignore Mother’s Day.
    9. Mother’s Day was a special day.

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

    Interview with Sophea, fill in, words below:

    sometimes – carried – every day – kind –
    write – family – fed – cleaned –
    kitchen – very much –
    countryside – drew –
    together

    ______________________________

    1. Q: Where did you live when you were ten?
      A: I lived in the __________.
    2. Q: Who did you live with?
      A: I lived with my family.
    3. Q: Did you love your mother?
      A: Yes, I loved my mother __________.
    4. Q: How was your mother?
      A: My mother was __________.
    5. Q: What did you do with your mother?
      A: I cooked and __________ with my mother.
    6. Q: Did you go to the market with your mother?
      A: Yes, __________ I went to the market with my mother.
    7. Q: What did your father do at home?
      A: My father worked in the garden and __________ water.
    8. Q: Did your brother help at home?
      A: Yes, my brother __________ the chickens.
    9. Q: What did you do on Mother’s Day?
      A: I picked flowers and __________ a picture for my mother.
    10. Q: Did you __________ something for your mother?
      A: Yes, I wrote “I love you, Mommy.”
    11. Q: Who said “Happy Mother’s Day”?
      A: My father and my brother said “Happy Mother’s Day.”
    12. Q: Did your __________ smile and hug on Mother’s Day?
      A: Yes, we smiled and hugged.
    13. Q: Why was Mother’s Day special?
      A: It was special because we were all happy ___________.
    14. Q: Did you like helping your mother?
      A: Yes, I liked helping my mother in the __________.
    15. Q: How often did your mother help you?
      A: My mother helped me __________.
    16. Q: Did your family work together?
      A: Yes, my family worked together.

    —————————————-


    Correct version:


    Q: Where did you live when you were ten?
    A: I lived in the countryside.

    Q: Who did you live with?
    A: I lived with my family.

    Q: Did you love your mother?
    A: Yes, I loved my mother very much.

    Q: How was your mother?
    A: My mother was kind.

    Q: What did you do with your mother?
    A: I cooked and cleaned with my mother.

    Q: Did you go to the market with your mother?
    A: Yes, sometimes I went to the market with my mother.

    Q: What did your father do at home?
    A: My father worked in the garden and carried water.

    Q: Did your brother help at home?
    A: Yes, my brother fed the chickens.

    Q: What did you do on Mother’s Day?
    A: I picked flowers and drew a picture for my mother.

    Q: Did you write something for your mother?
    A: Yes, I wrote “I love you, Mommy.”

    Q: Who said “Happy Mother’s Day”?
    A: My father and my brother said “Happy Mother’s Day.”

    Q: Did your family smile and hug on Mother’s Day?
    A: Yes, we smiled and hugged.

    Q: Why was Mother’s Day special?
    A: It was special because we were all happy together.

    Q: Did you like helping your mother?
    A: Yes, I liked helping my mother in the kitchen.

    Q: How often did your mother help you?
    A: My mother helped me every day.

    Q: Did your family work together?
    A: Yes, my family worked together.


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

  • Meet Sophea 7b (A1, past simple, why English is important in her life)

    • now living in a city, looking back at when she was 10

    before doing the following text and
    exercises,
    check out => link,

    as well as =>
    https://www.fluglehrer.at/?p=1800
    https://www.fluglehrer.at/?p=994
    https://www.fluglehrer.at/?p=1815

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


    When Sophea was a ten-year-old girl she lived in a small village in the countryside. Every morning, she helped her mother before school. Then she walked to school with her friends.

    Sophea liked school, and her favorite subject was English. She knew English was important for her future. She wanted to be a tour guide and talk to people from other countries.

    In class, she listened carefully and learned new words. At home, she watched English videos and read small books. She also taught her little brother simple English words.

    Sophea studied hard because she had big dreams. She wanted to speak English well and visit other countries one day.

    She was proud of her progress and kept trying, even when it was difficult. Sophea believed that English would help her do many things in life.

    She was a smart and brave girl who never gave up.


    ___________________________

    Verbs:


    1. to be (was/were) – to exist; to have a certain quality
    2. to live (lived) – to have your home in a place
    3. to help (helped) – to do something for someone
    4. to walk (walked) – to move with your feet
    5. to like (liked) – to enjoy something
    6. to know (knew) – to have information in your mind
    7. to want (wanted) – to wish for something
    8. to talk (talked) – to speak
    9. to listen (listened) – to pay attention to sounds
    10. to learn (learned) – to get knowledge or skill
    11. to watch (watched) – to look at something for a time
    12. to read (read [pronounced “red”]) – to look at words and understand them
    13. to teach (taught) – to help someone learn
    14. to study (studied) – to learn about something at school or at home
    15. to speak (spoke) – to say words
    16. to visit (visited) – to go to a place for a short time
    17. to keep (kept) – to continue doing something
    18. to try (tried) – to make an effort
    19. to believe (believed) – to think that something is true
    20. to do (did) – to perform an action
    21. to give up (gave up) – to stop trying

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

    Questions and answers in past simple:

    Example:

    1. Did Sophea live in a city when she was ten years old?

      YOU WRITE:
      No, she did not live in a city when she was ten years old. She lived in a village.
    2. Did Sophea walk to school alone?
      ___________________________
    3. Did she want to be a doctor?___________________________
    4. Did Sophea skip class every day?___________________________
    5. Did she help her teacher in the morning?___________________________
    6. Did she teach her little brother difficult English words?___________________________
    7. Did Sophea stop studying English?___________________________
    8. Did she give up when learning English was easy?___________________________
    9. Did Sophea avoid learning new words in class?___________________________
    10. Did she watch French videos at home?___________________________

    ——————————–
    Correct version:


    Did Sophea live in a city when she was ten years old?
    No, she did not live in a city when she was ten years old. She lived in a village.

    Did Sophea walk to school alone?
    No, she did not walk to school alone. She walked with her friends.

    Did she want to be a doctor?
    No, she did not want to be a doctor. She wanted to be a tour guide.

    Did Sophea skip class every day?
    No, she did not skip class every day. She went to class and listened carefully.

    Did she help her teacher in the morning?
    No, she did not help her teacher in the morning. She helped her mother.

    Did she teach her little brother difficult English words?
    No, she did not teach her little brother difficult English words. She taught him simple English words.

    Did Sophea stop studying English?
    No, she did not stop studying English. She studied hard at home and at school.

    Did she give up when learning English was easy?
    No, she did not give up when learning English was easy. She kept trying even when it was difficult.

    Did she avoid learning new words in class?
    No, she did not avoid learning new words in class. She listened carefully and learned new words.

    Did she watch French videos at home?
    No, she did not watch French videos at home. She watched English videos at home.


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

    True?

    Example:

    1. Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.

      YOU WRITE:
      Sophea did not live in a city when she was ten years old. She lived in a village.
    2. Sophea walked to school alone.
      _______________________________
    3. Sophea wanted to be a doctor.
      _______________________________
    4. Sophea skipped [to not go to school or a lesson] class every day.
      _______________________________
    5. Sophea helped her teacher in the morning.
      _______________________________
    6. Sophea taught her little brother difficult English words.
      _______________________________
    7. Sophea stopped studying English.
      _______________________________
    8. Sophea gave up when learning English was difficult.
      _______________________________
    9. Sophea disliked [to not like] school.
      _______________________________
    10. Sophea avoided [to stay away from something or not do something.] learning new words in class.
      _______________________________

    ——————————————-

    Correct version:

    1. Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.
      Sophea did not live in a city when she was ten years old. She lived in a village.
    2. Sophea walked to school alone.
      Sophea did not walk to school alone. She walked with her friends.
    3. Sophea wanted to be a doctor.
      Sophea did not want to be a doctor. She wanted to be a tour guide.
    4. Sophea skipped class every day.
      Sophea did not skip class every day. She went to class and listened carefully.
    5. Sophea helped her teacher in the morning.
      Sophea did not help her teacher in the morning. She helped her mother.
    6. Sophea taught her little brother difficult English words.
      Sophea did not teach her little brother difficult English words. She taught him simple English words.
    7. Sophea stopped studying English.
      Sophea did not stop studying English. She studied hard at home and at school.
    8. Sophea gave up when learning English was difficult.
      Sophea did not give up when learning English was difficult. She kept trying.
    9. Sophea disliked school.
      Sophea did not dislike school. She liked school.
    10. Sophea avoided learning new words in class.
      Sophea did not avoid learning new words in class. She listened carefully and learned new words.

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

    When Sophea was ten years old – complete:

    1. Every morning, Sophea ___ (help) her mother before school.
    2. She ___ (walk) to school with her friends.
    3. Sophea ___ (like) going to school.
    4. Her favorite subject ___ (be) English.
    5. She ___ (know) that English was important for her future.
    6. She ___ (want) to be a tour guide.
    7. In class, she ___ (listen) carefully to her teacher.
    8. She ___ (learn) new English words at school.
    9. At home, she ___ (watch) English videos.
    10. She ___ (like) to read small English books at home.
    11. Sophea also ___ (teach) her little brother simple English words.
    12. She ___ (study) hard because she had big dreams.
    13. Even when it was difficult, she ___ (keep) trying.
    14. Sophea ___ (believe) that English would help her do many things in life.

    ————————–

    Correct version:

    1. Every morning, Sophea helped her mother before school.
    2. She walked to school with her friends.
    3. Sophea liked going to school.
    4. Her favorite subject was English.
    5. She knew that English was important for her future.
    6. She wanted to be a tour guide.
    7. In class, she listened carefully to her teacher.
    8. She learned new English words at school.
    9. At home, she watched English videos.
    10. She liked to read small English books at home.
    11. Sophea also taught her little brother simple English words.
    12. She studied hard because she had big dreams.
    13. Even when it was difficult, she kept trying.
    14. Sophea believed that English would help her do many things in life.

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

    Correct the mistakes:

    Example:

    1. Sophea lived in a city.

      YOU WRITE:
      She lived in a village.

    2. She walked to school alone.
      ______________________________
    3. Sophea wanted to be a doctor. ______________________________
    4. She skipped class every day. ______________________________
    5. Sophea disliked school. ______________________________
    6. Her favorite subject was Math. ______________________________
    7. She stopped studying English. ______________________________
    8. She taught her little brother difficult English words. ______________________________
    9. Sophea gave up when learning English was difficult. ______________________________
    10. She avoided learning new words in class. ______________________________
    11. She never watched English videos at home. ______________________________
    12. She did not help her mother in the morning. ______________________________

    ————————————

    Correct version:

    1. Sophea lived in a city. → She lived in a village.
    2. She walked to school alone. → She walked to school with her friends.
    3. Sophea wanted to be a doctor. → She wanted to be a tour guide.
    4. She skipped class every day. → She went to class and listened carefully.
    5. Sophea disliked school. → She liked school.
    6. Her favorite subject was Math. → Her favorite subject was English.
    7. She stopped studying English. → She studied hard at home and at school.
    8. She taught her little brother difficult English words. → She taught him simple English words.
    9. Sophea gave up when learning English was difficult. → She kept trying.
    10. She avoided learning new words in class. → She listened carefully and learned new words.
    11. She never watched English videos at home. → She watched English videos at home.
    12. She did not help her mother in the morning. → She helped her mother every morning before school.

    ####################
    Make the sentences negative:


    Example:

    Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.

    YOU WRITE:
    Sophea did not live in a city when she was 10 years old.

    1. Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.
      ______________________________

    2. She walked to school alone.
      ______________________________
    3. Sophea wanted to be a doctor. ______________________________
    4. She skipped class every day. ______________________________
    5. Sophea disliked school. ______________________________
    6. Her favorite subject was Math. ______________________________
    7. She stopped studying English. ______________________________
    8. She taught her little brother difficult English words. ______________________________
    9. Sophea gave up when learning English was difficult. ______________________________
    10. She avoided learning new words in class. ______________________________
    11. She watched French videos at home. ______________________________
    12. She helped her teacher in the morning. ______________________________

    ———————————-
    Correct answers:

    1. Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.
      Sophea did not live in a city when she was ten years old.
    2. She walked to school alone.
      She did not walk to school alone.
    3. Sophea wanted to be a doctor.
      She did not want to be a doctor.
    4. She skipped class every day.
      She did not skip class every day.
    5. Sophea disliked school.
      She did not dislike school.
    6. Her favorite subject was Math.
      Her favorite subject was not Math.
    7. She stopped studying English.
      She did not stop studying English.
    8. She taught her little brother difficult English words.
      She did not teach her little brother difficult English words.
    9. Sophea gave up when learning English was difficult.
      She did not give up when learning English was difficult.
    10. She avoided learning new words in class.
      She did not avoid learning new words in class.
    11. She watched French videos at home.
      She did not watch French videos at home.
    12. She helped her teacher in the morning.
      She did not help her teacher in the morning.

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


    Multiple choice, one answer correct:

    1. Where did Sophea live when she was ten years old?
      a) In a city
      b) In a village
      c) On an island
    2. Who did Sophea walk to school with?
      a) Alone
      b) With her friends
      c) With her teacher
    3. What was Sophea’s favorite subject?
      a) Math
      b) Science
      c) English
    4. What did Sophea want to be in the future?
      a) A tour guide
      b) A doctor
      c) A teacher
    5. What did Sophea do in class?
      a) Listened carefully
      b) Played games
      c) Skipped class
    6. What did Sophea watch at home?
      a) Movies
      b) Cartoons
      c) English videos
    7. What did Sophea read at home?
      a) Small books
      b) Newspapers
      c) Magazines
    8. Who did Sophea teach English to?
      a) Her friend
      b) Her little brother
      c) Her teacher
    9. Did Sophea study hard?
      a) Yes
      b) No
      c) Sometimes
    10. Did Sophea give up when it was difficult?
      a) Yes
      b) No
      c) Sometimes
    11. What did Sophea believe English would help her do?
      a) Only play games
      b) Only watch videos
      c) Do many things in life
    12. When did Sophea help her mother?
      a) In the morning before school
      b) In the evening
      c) At night
    13. Did Sophea walk alone to school?
      a) Yes, she did.
      b) Sometimes
      c) No, she did not..
    14. What kind of words did Sophea teach her brother?
      a) Difficult words
      b) Simple words
      c) Funny words
    15. How old was Sophea?
      a) Ten
      b) Eight
      c) Twelve


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

    Correct version:


    1. Where did Sophea live when she was ten years old?
      Sophea lived in a small village in the countryside when she was ten years old.
    2. Who did Sophea walk to school with?
      She walked to school with her friends.
    3. What was Sophea’s favorite subject?
      Her favorite subject was English.
    4. What did Sophea want to be in the future?
      She wanted to be a tour guide.
    5. What did Sophea do in class?
      In class, she listened carefully and learned new words.
    6. What did Sophea watch at home?
      At home, she watched English videos.
    7. What did Sophea read at home?
      She read small English books at home.
    8. Who did Sophea teach English to?
      She taught her little brother simple English words.
    9. Did Sophea study hard?
      Yes, Sophea studied hard because she had big dreams.
    10. Did Sophea give up when learning English was difficult?
      No, she kept trying even when it was difficult.
    11. What did Sophea believe English would help her do?
      She believed that English would help her do many things in life.
    12. When did Sophea help her mother?
      She helped her mother every morning before school.
    13. Did Sophea walk alone to school?
      No, she did not walk alone; she walked with her friends.
    14. What kind of words did Sophea teach her brother?
      She taught her little brother simple English words.
    15. How old was Sophea?
      Sophea was ten years old.

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

    Interview with Sophea, fill in, verb in past simple


    Interviewer: Hello, Sophea! How old were you when you lived with your parents?
    Sophea: I __________ (to be) ten years old.

    Interviewer: Where did you live?
    Sophea: I __________ (to live) in a small village in the countryside..

    Interviewer: Did you like school?
    Sophea: Yes, I __________ (to like) school very much.

    Interviewer: What was your favorite subject?
    Sophea: My favorite subject __________ (to be) English.

    Interviewer: Why did you like English?
    Sophea: I __________ (to like) English because it __________ (to be) important for my future.

    Interviewer: Who did you walk to school with?
    Sophea: I __________ (to walk) to school with my friends.

    Interviewer: Did you help your mother?
    Sophea: Yes, I __________ (to help) my mother every morning before school.

    Interviewer: What did you do in class?
    Sophea: I __________ (to listen) carefully and __________ (to learn) new words.

    Interviewer: What did you do at home?
    Sophea: I __________ (to watch) English videos and __________ (to read) small books.

    Interviewer: Did you teach anyone English at home?
    Sophea: Yes, I __________ (to teach) my little brother simple English words.

    Interviewer: Did you study hard?
    Sophea: Yes, I __________ (to study) hard because I __________ (to have) big dreams.

    Interviewer: Did you give up when learning English was difficult?
    Sophea: No, I __________ (to keep) trying even when it __________ (to be) difficult.

    Interviewer: What did you want to be in the future?
    Sophea: I __________ (to want) to be a tour guide.

    Interviewer: Did you believe English would help you?
    Sophea: Yes, I __________ (to believe) English would help me do many things in life.

    —————————-

    Correct version:

    Interviewer: Hello, Sophea! How old were you when you lived with your parents?
    Sophea: I was ten years old.

    Interviewer: Where did you live?
    Sophea: I lived in a small village in the countryside..

    Interviewer: Did you like school?
    Sophea: Yes, I liked school very much.

    Interviewer: What was your favorite subject?
    Sophea: My favorite subject was English.

    Interviewer: Why did you like English?
    Sophea: I liked English because it was important for my future.

    Interviewer: Who did you walk to school with?
    Sophea: I walked to school with my friends.

    Interviewer: Did you help your mother?
    Sophea: Yes, I helped my mother every morning before school.

    Interviewer: What did you do in class?
    Sophea: I listened carefully and learned new words.

    Interviewer: What did you do at home?
    Sophea: I watched English videos and read small books.

    Interviewer: Did you teach anyone English at home?
    Sophea: Yes, I taught my little brother simple English words.

    Interviewer: Did you study hard?
    Sophea: Yes, I studied hard because I had big dreams.

    Interviewer: Did you give up when learning English was difficult?
    Sophea: No, I kept trying even when it was difficult.

    Interviewer: What did you want to be in the future?
    Sophea: I wanted to be a tour guide.

    Interviewer: Did you believe English would help you?
    Sophea: Yes, I believed English would help me do many things

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

  • Meet Sophea 6b (A1, past simple, after school)

    • looking back…………..

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

    before doing the following text and
    exercises, check out => link,

    as well as =>
    https://www.fluglehrer.at/?p=1800
    https://www.fluglehrer.at/?p=994
    https://www.fluglehrer.at/?p=1815

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

    When Sophea was ten years old she lived in a village in the countryside. After school, she walked home. At home, she took off her shoes and said hello to her family.

    She changed her clothes and washed her hands and face. Then she took her school bag and opened her books. Sophea sat at the table or outside near the house. She did her homework. She wrote and read. Sometimes she asked her cousin or aunt for help.

    After homework, she put her books back in her bag. Then she helped at home. She watered the plants or played with her little brother. In the evening, she ate dinner with her family.

    _________________________________


    1. be – was/we
      = to exist; to live in a place; to describe someone or something.
    2. live – lived
      = to have your home in a place.
    3. walk – walked
      = to move on foot.
    4. take off – took off
      = to remove clothes, shoes, or other things you wear.
    5. say – said
      = to use words to speak.
    6. change – changed
      = to put on different clothes.
    7. wash – washed
      = to clean something with water (and usually soap).
    8. take – took
      = to pick up or carry something with you.
    9. open – opened
      = to make something not closed.
    10. sit – sat
      = to rest on your bottom, usually on a chair or the ground.
    11. do – did
      = to perform an action; here: to complete homework.
    12. write – wrote
      = to make words with a pen or pencil.
    13. read – read (same spelling, past is pronounced red)
      = to look at and understand written words.
    14. ask – asked
      = to put a question to someone.
    15. put – put
      = to move something into a place.
    16. help – helped
      = to do something for someone to make work easier.
    17. water – watered
      = to pour water on plants.
    18. play – played
      = to do things for fun, often with toys or games.
    19. eat – ate
      = to put food in your mouth and swallow it.

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

    Questions and answers in past simple:

    Example:


    1. Did Sophea live in a city when she was ten years old?

      YOU WRITE:
      No, she didn’t live in a city. She lived in a village.
    2. Did Sophea go home by bus after school?
      ___________________________
    3. Did Sophea keep her shoes on at home?
      ___________________________
    4. Did Sophea say hello to her teacher at home?
      ___________________________
    5. Did Sophea wash her feet at home?
      ___________________________
    6. Did Sophea open her school bag and play games?
      ___________________________
    7. Did Sophea sit in bed to do her homework?
      ___________________________
    8. Did Sophea always do her homework alone?
      ___________________________
    9. Did Sophea play with her cousin after homework?
      ___________________________
    10. Did Sophea eat dinner in the morning?
      ___________________________

      ———————————-

    Correct version:


    1. Did Sophea live in a city when she was ten years old?
      No, she didn’t live in a city. She lived in a village.
    2. Did Sophea go home by bus after school?
      No, she didn’t go home by bus. She walked home.
    3. Did Sophea keep her shoes on at home?
      No, she didn’t keep her shoes on. She took off her shoes.
    4. Did Sophea say hello to her teacher at home?
      No, she didn’t say hello to her teacher. She said hello to her family.
    5. Did Sophea wash her feet at home?
      No, she didn’t wash her feet. She washed her hands and face.
    6. Did Sophea open her school bag and play games?
      No, she didn’t open her school bag and play games. She opened her school bag and books.
    7. Did Sophea sit in bed to do her homework?
      No, she didn’t sit in bed. She sat at the table or outside near the house.
    8. Did Sophea always do her homework alone?
      No, she didn’t always do her homework alone. Sometimes she asked her cousin or aunt for help.
    9. Did Sophea play with her cousin after homework?
      No, she didn’t play with her cousin. She played with her little brother.
    10. Did Sophea eat dinner in the morning?
      No, she didn’t eat dinner in the morning. She ate dinner in the evening with her family.

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    True?

    Example:


    1. Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.

      YOU WRITE:
      Sophea did not live in a city when she was ten years old. She lived in a village.
    2. She went home by bicycle after school.
      ___________________________
    3. At home, she kept her shoes on.
      ___________________________
    4. She said hello to her teacher at home.
      ___________________________
    5. She washed her feet after school.
      ___________________________
    6. She opened her school bag and played games.
      ___________________________
    7. Sophea sat in bed to do her homework.
      ___________________________
    8. She always did her homework alone.
      ___________________________
    9. After homework, she played with her cousin.
      ___________________________
    10. She ate dinner in the morning.
      ___________________________

      ———————————


    Correct version:


    1. Sophea lived in a city when she was ten years old.
      No, she did not live in a city when she was ten years old. She lived in a village.
    2. She went home by bicycle after school.
      No, she did not go home by bicycle after school. She walked home.
    3. At home, she kept her shoes on.
      No, she did not keep her shoes on. She took off her shoes.
    4. She said hello to her teacher at home.
      No, she did not say hello to her teacher at home. She said hello to her family.
    5. She washed her feet after school.
      No, she did not wash her feet after school. She washed her hands and face.
    6. She opened her school bag and played games.
      No, she did not open her school bag and play games. She opened her school bag and books.
    7. Sophea sat in bed to do her homework.
      No, she did not sit in bed to do her homework. She sat at the table or outside near the house.
    8. She always did her homework alone.
      No, she did not always do her homework alone. Sometimes she asked her cousin or aunt for help.
    9. After homework, she played with her cousin.
      No, she did not play with her cousin after homework. She played with her little brother.
    10. She ate dinner in the morning.
      No, she did not eat dinner in the morning. She ate dinner in the evening with her family.

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    When Sophea was ten years old:


    1. Sophea ___ (live) in a village in the countryside.
    2. After school, she ___ (walk) home.
    3. At home, she ___ (take off) her shoes.
    4. She ___ (say) hello to her family.
    5. She ___ (change) her clothes.
    6. She ___ (wash) her hands and face.
    7. Then she ___ (take) her school bag.
    8. She ___ (open) her books.
    9. Sophea ___ (sit) at the table or outside near the house.
    10. She ___ (do) her homework.
    11. She ___ (write) and ___ (read).
    12. Sometimes she ___ (ask) her cousin or aunt for help.
    13. After homework, she ___ (put) her books back in her bag.
    14. In the evening, she ___ (eat) dinner with her family.

    —————————-

    Correct version:


    1. Sophea lived in a village in the countryside.
    2. After school, she walked home.
    3. At home, she took off her shoes.
    4. She said hello to her family.
    5. She changed her clothes.
    6. She washed her hands and face.
    7. Then she took her school bag.
    8. She opened her books.
    9. Sophea sat at the table or outside near the house.
    10. She did her homework.
    11. She wrote and read.
    12. Sometimes she asked her cousin or aunt for help.
    13. After homework, she put her books back in her bag.
    14. In the evening, she ate dinner with her family.

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    Correct the mistakes:

    Example:


    1. Sophea lived in a city. →

      YOU WRITE:
      She lived in a village.
    2. She went home by bus after school.
      __________________________
    3. At home, she kept her shoes on. __________________________
    4. She said hello to her teacher at home. __________________________
    5. She washed her feet after school. __________________________
    6. She opened her school bag and played games. __________________________
    7. Sophea sat in bed to do her homework. __________________________
    8. She always did her homework alone. __________________________
    9. After homework, she played with her cousin. __________________________
    10. She ate dinner in the morning. __________________________

    ——————————–
    Correct version:


    1. Sophea lived in a city. → She lived in a village.
    2. She went home by bus after school. → She walked home after school.
    3. At home, she kept her shoes on. → She took off her shoes.
    4. She said hello to her teacher at home. → She said hello to her family.
    5. She washed her feet after school. → She washed her hands and face.
    6. She opened her school bag and played games. → She opened her school bag and books.
    7. Sophea sat in bed to do her homework. → She sat at the table or outside near the house.
    8. She always did her homework alone. → Sometimes she asked her cousin or aunt for help.
    9. After homework, she played with her cousin. → She played with her little brother.
    10. She ate dinner in the morning. → She ate dinner in the evening with her family.

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    Make the sentence negative:

    Example:


    1. Sophea lived in a village.

      YOU WRITE:
      Sophea did not live in a city.
    2. She walked home after school.
      ____________________________
    3. At home, she took off her shoes. ____________________________
    4. She said hello to her family. ____________________________
    5. She changed her clothes. ____________________________
    6. She washed her hands and face. ____________________________
    7. She did her homework. ____________________________
    8. She asked her cousin or aunt for help. ____________________________
    9. She played with her little brother. ____________________________
    10. She ate dinner with her family. ____________________________

    ———————————-
    Correct version:


    1. Sophea lived in a village. → Sophea did not live in a city.
    2. She walked home after school. → She did not take a bus home.
    3. At home, she took off her shoes. → She did not keep her shoes on.
    4. She said hello to her family. → She did not say hello to her teacher.
    5. She changed her clothes. → She did not stay in the same clothes.
    6. She washed her hands and face. → She did not wash her feet.
    7. She did her homework. → She did not skip her homework.
    8. She asked her cousin or aunt for help. → She did not ask her friends for help.
    9. She played with her little brother. → She did not play with her cousin.
    10. She ate dinner with her family. → She did not eat dinner alone.

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    Multiple choice, one answer correct:


    1. After school, Sophea …
      a) walked home
      b) took a bus
      c) stayed at school
    2. At home, she …
      a) kept her shoes on
      b) took off her shoes
      c) went outside
    3. She said hello to …
      a) her teacher
      b) her friends
      c) her family
    4. She changed …
      a) her clothes
      b) her shoes
      c) her books
    5. She washed …
      a) her hands and face
      b) her feet
      c) her clothes
    6. She took …
      a) her books
      b) her toys
      c) her school bag
    7. She opened …
      a) her notebook and toys
      b) her bag and shoes
      c) her school bag and books
    8. Sophea sat …
      a) on her bed
      b) at the table
      c) in the classroom
    9. She did …
      a) her homework
      b) nothing
      c) her chores
    10. She wrote …
      a) and read
      b) and played
      c) and sang
    11. Sometimes she asked …
      a) her cousin or aunt
      b) her teacher
      c) her friends
    12. After homework, she …
      a) went to bed
      b) played with her little brother
      c) read a book alone
    13. She watered …
      a) the plants
      b) the flowers
      c) the vegetables
    14. She played with …
      a) her cousin
      b) her little brother
      c) her friends
    15. She ate dinner …
      a) alone
      b) in the morning
      c) with her family

    _______________________

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


    _______________________

    Correct answers.


    1. After school, Sophea walked home.
    2. At home, she took off her shoes.
    3. She said hello to her family.
    4. She changed her clothes.
    5. She washed her hands and face.
    6. She took her school bag.
    7. She opened her school bag and books.
    8. Sophea sat at the table.
    9. She did her homework.
    10. She wrote and played.
    11. Sometimes she asked her cousin or aunt.
    12. After homework, she played with her little brother.
    13. She watered the plants.
    14. She played with her little brother.
    15. She ate dinner with her family.

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  • 🍴 Restaurant Vocabulary (A1, summary in A2)

    – easy words for eating out, tables, and cutlery


    🏠 At the Restaurant

    • Restaurant – a place where you can eat food.
    • Café – a small place to drink coffee or tea and eat snacks.
    • Pub – a place to drink beer or other drinks, sometimes with food.
    • Diner – a simple, often American-style restaurant.
    • Waiter / Waitress / Server – a person who brings food and drinks to the table.
    • Host / Hostess – the person at the door who shows you to a table.
    • Chef / Cook – the person who makes the food.
    • Customer / Guest – a person who comes to eat.
    • Menu – a paper or book that shows the food and drinks you can order.
    • Bill / Check – the paper that shows how much money you must pay.
    • Reservation – when you call or book a table before you come.
    • Table for two / four – a table with space for two / four people.
    • Takeaway / Takeout – food you buy and eat at home, not in the restaurant.
    • Tip / Service charge – extra money you give to the waiter for good service.

    🍽️ Table & Seating

    • Table – flat furniture where you put food and drinks.
    • Chair – something you sit on.
    • Booth – a seat in a restaurant with high backs, usually for 2–6 people.
    • Counter – a long table where people can sit, often in a bar or café.
    • Tablecloth – fabric that covers the table.
    • Napkin / Serviette – small cloth or paper to clean your mouth or hands.
    • Placemat – a small mat under your plate.
    • High chair – a tall chair for small children to sit at the table.

    🍴 Cutlery / Silverware

    • Knife – a tool with a sharp edge to cut food.
    • Fork – a tool with points (prongs) to pick up food.
    • Spoon – a tool with a round end to eat soup or soft food.
    • Teaspoon – a small spoon, usually for tea or dessert.
    • Tablespoon – a big spoon, often for serving.
    • Soup spoon – a round spoon for soup.
    • Dessert spoon – a spoon for cake or ice cream.
    • Chopsticks – two sticks used to eat food in Asia.
    • Steak knife – a sharp knife for cutting meat.

    🍷 Glasses & Cups

    • Glass – something you drink from, usually clear.
    • Wine glass – a tall glass with a stem for wine.
    • Champagne flute – a tall, thin glass for champagne.
    • Beer mug – a big glass with a handle for beer.
    • Cup – small container for drinks.
    • Mug – a big cup, usually for tea or coffee.
    • Teacup – a small cup for tea.
    • Coffee cup – a cup for coffee.

    🍽️ Plates & Bowls

    • Plate – flat dish for food.
    • Dish – another word for plate, or food prepared in a special way.
    • Bowl – round, deep dish for soup or cereal.
    • Soup bowl – a bowl for soup.
    • Salad plate – a small plate for salad.
    • Side plate – a small plate for bread or side dishes.
    • Dessert plate – a small plate for cake or sweets.
    • Tray – flat surface to carry food and drinks.

    🧂 Other Table Items

    • Salt shaker – small container for salt.
    • Pepper shaker – small container for pepper.
    • Condiments – sauces like ketchup or mustard.
    • Oil and vinegar set – bottles of oil and vinegar for salad.
    • Butter dish – a small plate for butter.
    • Sugar bowl – a small bowl for sugar.
    • Toothpick – a small stick to clean teeth after eating.


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    Summary in A2:

    Hello! My name is Emma, and I work in a small restaurant. Every day, I clean the tables and chairs. Some customers sit in booths, and some sit at the counter. I put a tablecloth on each table and place a placemat for every guest. I also give a napkin to each person, and sometimes a high chair for small children.

    I set the cutlery carefully. I put a knife, fork, and spoon at each place. I also put a teaspoon for tea, a tablespoon for serving, a soup spoon for soup, and a dessert spoon for cake or ice cream. Some customers use chopsticks, and people with meat use a steak knife.

    I set the plates and bowls. I use a plate for the main food, a dish for special meals, a bowl for soup or cereal, a soup bowl for soup, a salad plate for salad, a side plate for bread, and a dessert plate for sweets. I carry the food on a tray.

    I also prepare the other table items. I put the salt shaker, pepper shaker, condiments, oil and vinegar set, butter dish, sugar bowl, and toothpick on the table.

    I also prepare the drinks. I give glasses for water, a wine glass for wine, a champagne flute for champagne, a beer mug for beer, a cup for tea, a mug for coffee, a teacup for tea, and a coffee cup for coffee.

    I like my job. I see happy people eat and enjoy their meals. Every day is busy, but I love it!