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🤓🥳Birthday cake (U 12, pp 102-109, ordinal numbers, was/were, time prepositions, A1)🥳🤓

German	English	Simple English definition
Ordnungszahlen	ordinal numbers	numbers that show order (first, second)
Schlange	a snake	a long animal with no legs
Geburtstag	a birthday	the day you were born
Gedicht	a poem	short text with rhythm or rhyme
sich krank fühlen	to feel ill	to not feel well
unordentlich essen	to be a messy eater	to eat and make a lot of mess
Jacke	a jacket	clothes you wear when it is cold
Zeitpräposition	a time preposition	a word for time (at, on, in)
einen Kuchen backen	to bake a cake	to make a cake in the oven
wütend sein	to be angry	to feel mad
Bibliothek	a library	a place with many books
Zeitpräposition	preposition of time	a word that shows time
Badezimmer	a bathroom	a room with a toilet or shower
Esszimmer	a dining room	a room where you eat
traurig sein	to be sad	to feel unhappy
Angst haben	to be scared	to feel fear
Raubüberfall	a robbery	when someone takes things by force
stehlen	to steal (past: stole)	to take something that is not yours
teuer	expensive	costing a lot of money
Gemälde	a painting	a picture made with paint
interviewen	to interview	to ask someone questions
lügen	to (tell a) lie	to say something not true
Räuber	a robber	a person who steals
Aufgabe	a task	a small job to do
jemanden anrufen	to phone somebody	to call someone
klopfen	to knock	to hit a door
Kerzen anzünden	to light candles	to make candles burn
brennen	to burn	to be on fire
verwirrt sein	to be confused	to not understand
Flur, Gang	a hall	a space inside a house
krank sein	to be ill	to not be healthy
ein Kinderspiel	a piece of cake	something very easy
Kino	a cinema	a place to watch films
ausgezeichnet sein	to be excellent	to be very good
endlich	finally	at last
Fußballspiel	a football match	a football game
Datum	a date	a day like February 2, 2026
Monat	a month	one part of the year
lecker sein	to be delicious	to taste very good
letzte Nacht	last night	the night before today
Raubüberfall	a robbery	a crime where people steal
Wecker	an alarm clock	a clock that wakes you up
wahrscheinlich	probably	maybe yes
Gut für dich!	Good for you!	well done
Wie kannst du es wagen!	How dare you!	strong anger words
Das war knapp!	That was close	almost bad, but okay
Bitte schön!	You are welcome	answer to thank you

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Ordinal Numbers

What are ordinal numbers?

Ordinal numbers tell us the order or position of things.
They are not the same as numbers that show how many.
Example:
- Number → how many: one, two, three
- Ordinal → order: first, second, third

1️⃣ Most ordinal numbers: add “-th”

For most numbers, just add -th to the number.
Examples:
- four → fourth
- six → sixth
- seven → seventh
- ten → tenth

Rule: number + th → ordinal

2️⃣ Special ordinal forms (irregular)

Some ordinals don’t follow the “-th” rule. You need to learn them by heart:

Number	Ordinal	Word
1	1st	first
2	2nd	second
3	3rd	third
5	5th	fifth
8	8th	eighth
9	9th	ninth
12	12th	twelfth

3️⃣ Numbers ending in “-y”

Change -y to -ie and add -th
Examples:
- twenty → twentieth
- thirty → thirtieth
- forty → fortieth

4️⃣ Using ordinal numbers in sentences

This is my first day.
She lives on the third floor.
My birthday is on the second of May.

5️⃣ Using ordinal numbers with dates

Ordinals are used to talk about dates:
- February 2nd → “the second of February”
- July 21st → “the twenty-first of July”

6️⃣ Quick beginner tips

Numbers → how many: 1, 2, 3 …
Ordinals → order: 1st, 2nd, 3rd …
Remember the special ones: first, second, third, fifth, eighth, ninth, twelfth

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The Birthday Surprise

Today is Tom’s birthday. His friends are at his house.

Maria is in the kitchen. She is baking a cake. The cake is delicious.

Fred is in the living room. He is putting candles on the cake.

Susan is in the hall. She is knocking on the door.

Grandma Sue is in the dining room. She is helping with decorations.

Finally, Tom is in the bedroom. His friends are ready.

“Surprise!” they say. Tom is very happy.

They are eating the cake and playing games. The birthday is excellent.

[Look at the hand, the door – AI at its worst ;-]
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Fill in the blanks:

Numbers 1–10

Today is my _______ birthday. (1)
He lives on the _______ floor. (3)
I finished _______ in the football match. (2)
This is her _______ jacket. (5)
She came _______ in the race. (8)
My book is on the _______ shelf. (4)
I knocked on the _______ door. (7)

Numbers 11–20

My birthday is on the _______ of March. (12)
The painting is on the _______ wall. (11)
We baked a cake on the _______ of February. (13)
She felt sad on the _______ day of the month. (15)
My alarm clock rang on the _______ morning. (18)
He phoned for the _______ time yesterday. (16)
I lost the match for the _______ time. (20)

Numbers 21–30

The cinema opened on the _______ of July. (21)
They interviewed the _______ person in the hall. (30)
I got a ticket on the _______ floor. (22)
We celebrated on the _______ of April. (25)
The robbery happened on the _______ street. (28)
My friend came _______ in the game. (24)

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Correct answers:

Numbers 1–10

Today is my first birthday.
He lives on the third floor.
I finished second in the football match.
This is her fifth jacket.
She came eighth in the race.
My book is on the fourth shelf.
I knocked on the seventh door.

Numbers 11–20

My birthday is on the twelfth of March.
The painting is on the eleventh wall.
We baked a cake on the thirteenth of February.
She felt sad on the fifteenth day of the month.
My alarm clock rang on the eighteenth morning.
He phoned for the sixteenth time yesterday.
I lost the match for the twentieth time.

Numbers 21–30

The cinema opened on the twenty-first of July.
They interviewed the thirtieth person in the hall.
I got a ticket on the twenty-second floor.
We celebrated on the twenty-fifth of April.
The robbery happened on the twenty-eighth street.
My friend came twenty-fourth in the game.

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Write dates in words:

5 January → _______

YOU WRITE:
the fifth of January
12 July → _______
23 March → _______
1 October → _______
31 December → _______
16 May → _______
8 August → _______
29 June → _______
14 February → _______
21 September → _______
3 November → _______
26 April → _______
7 January → _______
18 July → _______
2 March → _______
30 October → _______
11 December → _______
19 May → _______
4 August → _______
25 June → _______
9 February → _______
22 September → _______
6 November → _______
27 April → _______

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Correct answers:

5 January → the fifth of January
12 July → the twelfth of July
23 March → the twenty-third of March
1 October → the first of October
31 December → the thirty-first of December
16 May → the sixteenth of May
8 August → the eighth of August
29 June → the twenty-ninth of June
14 February → the fourteenth of February
21 September → the twenty-first of September
3 November → the third of November
26 April → the twenty-sixth of April
7 January → the seventh of January
18 July → the eighteenth of July
2 March → the second of March
30 October → the thirtieth of October
11 December → the eleventh of December
19 May → the nineteenth of May
4 August → the fourth of August
25 June → the twenty-fifth of June
9 February → the ninth of February
22 September → the twenty-second of September
6 November → the sixth of November
27 April → the twenty-seventh of April

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Time Prepositions

Time prepositions tell us when something happens.

1️⃣ at

Use: for a time / moment

at 7 o’clock
at noon
at night

Examples:

The lesson starts at 9 o’clock.
I sleep at night.

👉 Think: exact time

2️⃣ on

Use: for days and dates

on Monday
on my birthday
on May 5th

Examples:

I work on Monday.
My birthday is on June 3rd.

👉 Think: day

3️⃣ in

Use: for longer time (months, years, parts of the day)

in March
in 2026
in the morning

Examples:

I was born in July.
We meet in the afternoon.

👉 Think: long time

Very easy tip ⭐

Preposition	Use
at	exact time
on	day / date
in	long time

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Fill in the correct preposition: at, on, or in.

My birthday is ___ February 2.
I was ___ the cinema last night.
We have a football match ___ Monday.
I get up ___ seven o’clock.
I was born ___ March.
I read a poem ___ the library.
The alarm clock rings ___ six.
We bake a cake ___ my birthday.
I felt ill ___ last night.
The interview is ___ ten o’clock.
We meet ___ the cinema.
The robbery happened ___ night.
The painting is in the library ___ April.
I wear my jacket ___ winter.
The football match is ___ February 2, 2026.

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Correct version:

My birthday is on February 2.
I was at the cinema last night.
We have a football match on Monday.
I get up at seven o’clock.
I was born in March.
I read a poem in the library.
The alarm clock rings at six.
We bake a cake on my birthday.
I felt ill last night.
The interview is at ten o’clock.
We meet at the cinema.
The robbery happened at night.
The painting is in the library in April.
I wear my jacket in winter.
The football match is on February 2, 2026.

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Was/were?

We use was / were to talk about actions or situations in the past — things that are finished.

I was at home yesterday.
She was ill last night.
We were at the cinema.

Easy rule ⭐

Now → am / is / are
Past → was / were

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Was / Were

1️⃣ When do we use WAS?

Use was with:

I
he
she
it
one person / one thing

Examples:

I was tired.
She was at home.
The cinema was closed.

2️⃣ When do we use WERE?

Use were with:

you
we
they
more than one person / thing

Examples:

You were late.
We were at the library.
They were happy.
The dogs were in the garden.

3️⃣ Easy table

Subject	Past of “be”
I	was
you (singular)	were
he	was
she	was
it	was
we	were
you (plural)	were
they	were

✅ Tip:

Was → I, he, she, it
Were → you, we, you (plural), they

Examples:

I was at home.
We were at the library.
You (plural) were at school.
They were happy.

4️⃣ Short sentences

I was ill last night.
She was angry.
We were at the cinema.
They were scared.

5️⃣ Very important tip ⚠️

❌ I were tired.
✅ I was tired.

❌ They was at home.
✅ They were at home.

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Was/were – fill in:

I ___ at the library yesterday.
Tom ___ angry last night.
He ___ scared of the robbery.
She ___ sad because she lost her jacket.
It ___ a robbery last night.
We ___ at the cinema yesterday.
Tom and Jerry ___ happy after the football match.
They ___ messy eaters at lunch.
I ___ excellent in the football match.
Tom ___ at the birthday party.
He ___ ill last night.
She ___ baking a cake yesterday.
It ___ delicious.
We ___ confused about the task.
Tom and Jerry ___ at the football match.
They ___ scared of the alarm clock.
I ___ in the dining room.
Tom ___ interviewing the robber.
She ___ telling a lie.
We ___ finally at the library.

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Correct answer:

I was at the library yesterday.
Tom was angry last night.
He was scared of the robbery.
She was sad because she lost her jacket.
It was a robbery last night.
We were at the cinema yesterday.
Tom and Jerry were happy after the football match.
They were messy eaters at lunch.
I was excellent in the football match.
Tom was at the birthday party.
He was ill last night.
She was baking a cake yesterday.
It was delicious.
We were confused about the task.
Tom and Jerry were at the football match.
They were scared of the alarm clock.
I was in the dining room.
Tom was interviewing the robber.
She was telling a lie.
We were finally at the library.

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The Miller family, fill in, was/were:

Yesterday, the Miller family ___ at home.
Tom ___ in the hall.
Susan ___ in the kitchen.
Maria ___ in the dining room.
Fred ___ in the bathroom.
Granddad Doug ___ in the library.
Granny Sue ___ in the living room.
The alarm clock ___ in the bedroom.
The cake ___ on the kitchen table.
The football match ___ on the TV in the cinema room.
Tom and Fred ___ in the hall.
Susan and Maria ___ in the kitchen.
Granddad Doug and Granny Sue ___ in the living room.
The Miller family ___ happy.
Everyone ___ in a different room.
The cake ___ delicious.
Fred ___ ill.
Maria ___ a messy eater.
The alarm clock ___ silent.
The football match ___ excellent.
The house ___ busy.

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Correct version:

Yesterday, the Miller family was at home.

Tom was in the hall.
Susan was in the kitchen.
Maria was in the dining room.
Fred was in the bathroom.
Granddad Doug was in the library.
Granny Sue was in the living room.

The alarm clock was in the bedroom.
The cake was on the kitchen table.
The football match was on the TV in the cinema room.
Tom and Fred were in the hall.
Susan and Maria were in the kitchen.
Granddad Doug and Granny Sue were in the living room.

The Miller family was happy.
Everyone was in a different room.
The cake was delicious.
Fred was ill.
Maria was a messy eater.
The alarm clock was silent.
The football match was excellent.
The house was busy.

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An interview:

Inspector Clyde: Last night, there was a robbery in the Miller’s house. Diamonds were stolen. I need to know where everyone was.

Tom: I was in the living room. I was watching TV.

Maria: I was in the dining room. I was reading a newspaper.

Susan: I was in the kitchen.

Fred: I was in the kitchen. I was cooking.

Granny Sue: I was in the bedroom.

Granddad Doug: I was in the bedroom.

Inspector Clyde: So, everyone was in a different room. Were the diamonds safe?

Tom: No, the diamonds were stolen.

Maria: We were all in the house.

Fred: No one was outside the house.

Susan: The alarm clock was in the bedroom.

Granny Sue: Everything was quiet until the robbery.

Granddad Doug: We were safe in our rooms.

Inspector Clyde: Thank you. I understand.

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Answer:

Who was in the living room last night?
Who was cooking in the kitchen?
Where was Maria?
Where were Granny Sue and Granddad Doug?
When was the robbery?
What was stolen from the house?
Which room was the alarm clock in?
Why were you all in different rooms?
Who was watching TV last night?
Where was Fred?

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Answers:

Who was in the living room last night?

Tom was in the living room last night.

Who was cooking in the kitchen?

Fred was cooking in the kitchen.

Where was Maria?

Maria was in the dining room.

Where were Granny Sue and Granddad Doug?

Granny Sue and Granddad Doug were in the bedroom.

When was the robbery?

The robbery was last night.

What was stolen from the house?

Diamonds were stolen from the house.

Which room was the alarm clock in?

The alarm clock was in the bedroom.

Why were you all in different rooms?

We were all in different rooms because we were at home.

Who was watching TV last night?

Tom was watching TV last night.

Where was Fred?

Fred was in the kitchen.

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The house of Salas:

Hello! My name is Salas. I live in a big house. It has three storeys and a basement.

In the basement, I have a garage. I park my car there.

On the ground floor, I have a living room, a kitchen, a hall, and a bathroom. I cook in the kitchen. I watch TV in the living room. I wash in the bathroom. I open the front door in the hall.

On the first floor, I have a children’s room (*). My brother plays there. I study there too.

On the second floor, I have a bedroom and a library. I sleep in my bedroom. I read books in the library.

Outside, I have a garden. I play football there.

My house is big and comfortable. I like my house very much!

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(*) children’s room = room of the children

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Match the room with what you do:

Rooms:

Garden
Children’s Room
Kitchen
Hall
Bathroom
Living Room
Basement
Bedroom
Library
Garage

Activities:

a) Play football and walk
b) Store things
c) Watch TV and relax
d) Sleep and rest
e) Open the front door and welcome guests
f) Cook and eat
g) Play games and study
h) Park your car
i) Wash and brush your teeth
j) Read books and study

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Answer Key:

1 → a) Play football and walk
2 → g) Play games and study
3 → f) Cook and eat
4 → e) Open the front door and welcome guests
5 → i) Wash and brush your teeth
6 → c) Watch TV and relax
7 → b) Store things
8 → d) Sleep and rest
9 → j) Read books and study
10 → h) Park your car

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16. September 2025

🐅🐆🦌The black panther (A1, beginners)🐅🐆🦌

Deutsch	English	Definition
eine Tierart	a kind of animal	a type of animal, like a dog, cat, or panther
Haut	skin	the outside part of an animal’s body
Fell	fur	the soft hair on an animal’s body
Fleck	a spot	a small round mark on an animal’s skin or fur
Dschungel	a jungle	a very big forest with many trees and animals
einen Baum klettern	to climb a tree	to go up a tree using hands and feet
sich vor Gefahr verstecken	to hide from danger	to stay safe so no one or no animal can hurt you
sich in einem Baum ausruhen	to rest in a tree	to stop and sleep or relax in a tree
Fleischfresser	a carnivore	an animal that eats meat
Hirsch	a deer	a wild animal with four legs and antlers
Jäger	a hunter	a person or animal that looks for animals to catch or eat
jagen	to hunt	to look for and catch animals to eat
meistens	mostly	usually or most of the time
sich im Dunkeln verstecken	to hide in the dark	to stay where it is very dark so no one can see you
sich leise bewegen	to move quietly	to walk or go without making noise
weit springen	to jump far	to move from one place to another in the air a long distance
Lärm machen	to make noise	to make a sound
brüllen	to roar	a very loud sound that an animal makes
beschützen	to protect	to keep someone or something safe
Tiere erschrecken	to scare animals	to make animals afraid
Junges	a cub	a baby animal, like a baby panther or bear
sich um etwas kümmern	to take care of something	to help and watch something so it is safe and healthy
am Leben erhalten	to keep alive	to help something stay alive
zerstören	to destroy	to break something or make it stop existing
in Gefahr sein	to be in danger	to be in a situation where you can be hurt or die
Abholzung	deforestation	cutting down many trees in a forest
illegal sein	to be illegal	something that is against the law
zusammenfassend	in conclusion	at the end, when you say the final idea
stark sein	to be powerful	to have a lot of strength or ability
respektieren	to respect	to be kind and careful with someone or something
schützen	to protect	to keep safe from danger or harm

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The black panther is a big and strong wild animal. It is very beautiful and very fast. The black panther is not a different kind of animal. It is a leopard or a jaguar with black color. The black color comes from the skin and the fur. Sometimes, if the sun is bright, you can see spots on its body. These spots are like the normal leopard or jaguar.

Black panthers live in warm places. They live in forests and jungles. Some live in Africa, some in Asia, and some in South America. They like places with many trees. Trees are important for them. Panthers can climb trees and hide from danger. They also rest in trees during the day.

The black panther is a

carnivore.
This means it eats meat. It eats animals like deer, birds, and small animals. The black panther is a very good hunter. It hunts mostly at night. At night, it can see very well. Its black color helps it hide in the dark. When it moves quietly, other animals do not see it.

The black panther is very fast and strong. It can run quickly and jump far. It can also climb very high. Sometimes, it jumps from tree to tree. It is very quiet. It does not make much noise. But when it wants, it can roar. Its roar is very loud. It uses the roar to protect its home or to scare other animals.

Black panthers usually live alone. They do not live in groups like lions. They meet other panthers only to have babies. A baby panther is called a cub. The mother panther takes care of her cubs. She teaches them how to hunt and how to live in the forest. Cubs stay with their mother for a long time. Then, they go to live alone.

The black panther is important for nature. It helps keep the forest alive. It controls the number of other animals. Without black panthers, some animals can eat too much food and destroy the forest.

Today, black panthers are in danger. People cut the forests to build houses and roads. This is called deforestation. It is very bad for panthers. Some people also hunt black panthers for their fur. This is illegal in many countries, but it still happens. We must protect the black panther and its home.

In conclusion, the black panther is a beautiful, strong, and smart animal. It is quiet, fast, and powerful. It lives in forests and jungles, hunts at night, and climbs trees very well. We should respect black panthers and protect the forests where they live.

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Match word and definition, part 1:

Words:

a kind of animal
skin
fur
a spot
a jungle
to climb a tree
to hide from danger
to rest in a tree
a carnivore
a deer
a hunter
to hunt
mostly
to hide in the dark
to move quietly
to jump far
to make noise

Definitions
A. to go up a tree using hands and feet
B. usually or most of the time
C. a very big forest with many trees and animals
D. an animal that eats meat
E. to stay where it is very dark so no one can see you
F. to walk or go without making noise
G. a type of animal, like a dog, cat, or panther
H. to look for and catch animals to eat
I. a wild animal with four legs and antlers [horns]
J. a person or animal that looks for animals to catch or eat
K. the outside part of an animal’s body
L. to make a sound
M. a baby animal, like a baby panther or bear
N. the soft hair on an animal’s body
O. to stay safe so no one or no animal can hurt you
P. to stop and sleep or relax in a tree
Q. a small round mark on an animal’s skin or fur
R. to move from one place to another in the air a long distance

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

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Match word and definition, part 2:

Words (18–32):
18. to roar
19. to protect
20. to scare animals
21. a cub
22. to take care of something
23. to keep alive
24. to destroy
25. to be in danger
26. deforestation
27. to be illegal
28. in conclusion
29. to be powerful
30. to respect
31. antlers

Definitions:
A. a baby animal, like a baby panther or bear
B. to keep safe from danger or harm
C. at the end, when you say the final idea
D. to break something or make it stop existing
E. to be in a situation where you can be hurt or die
F. cutting down many trees in a forest
G. something that is against the law
H. a very loud sound that an animal makes
I. to have a lot of strength or ability
J. to be kind and careful with someone or something
K. to help and watch something so it is safe and healthy
L. to make animals afraid
M. to help something stay alive
N. the big, hard branches on the head of some animals, like a deer

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Answers:

18-H, 19-B, 20-L, 21-A, 22-K,
23-M, 24-D, 25-E, 26-F, 27-G,
28-C, 29-I, 30-J, 31-N

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True or False:

Panthers eat deer and birds.
Panthers move quietly when they hunt.
Panthers cannot jump far.
Panthers climb trees to hide from danger.
Antlers [horns] are on black panthers.
Panthers mostly hunt during the day.
Panthers rest in trees during the day.
Panthers usually live in groups.
A cub is a baby panther.
Panthers are always safe in the forest.
Black panthers are powerful animals.
It is legal to hunt black panthers.
Panthers have spots that are sometimes visible [can be seen] in sunlight.
Panthers have no fur.
To protect the panther means to keep it safe from danger.
Deforestation makes it easier for panthers to live.
Panthers usually live alone.
Panthers are carnivores.
Panthers have black fur.

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Answers:

1-T, 2-T, 3-F, 4-T, 5-F, 6-F, 7-T,
8-F, 9-T, 10-F, 11-T, 12-F, 13-T,
14-F, 15-T, 16-F, 17-T, 18-T, 19-T

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Correct version:

Panthers eat deer and birds.
Panthers move quietly when they hunt.
Panthers cannot jump far. True is: Panthers can jump far.
Panthers climb trees to hide from danger.
Antlers are on black panthers. True is: Antlers are on deer, not panthers.
Panthers mostly hunt during the day. True is: Panthers mostly hunt at night.
Panthers rest in trees during the day.
Panthers usually live in groups. True is: Panthers usually live alone.
A cub is a baby panther.
Panthers are always safe in the forest. True is: Panthers are often in danger because of humans.
Black panthers are powerful animals.
It is legal to hunt black panthers. True is: Hunting black panthers is illegal.
Panthers have spots that are sometimes visible in sunlight.
Panthers have no fur. True is: Panthers have black fur.
To protect the panther means to keep it safe from danger.
Deforestation makes it easier for panthers to live. True is: Deforestation destroys panther homes.
Panthers usually live alone.
Panthers are carnivores.
Panthers have black fur.

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Fill in, words below:

at night – keep it safe – fur – animals –
deer – trees – forest – rest – alone –
spots – hunt – meat-
black – food –
cub

The black panther is a strong carnivore that eats __________.
Black panthers have black __________ that sometimes has small spots.
A __________ is a baby panther that stays near its mother.
Panthers climb __________ to hide from danger and to rest safely.
Panthers __________ in trees during the day and wait quietly.
Panthers move quietly when they __________ other animals.
Panthers mostly hunt __________ when it is dark.
Panthers usually live __________ and do not stay in groups.
Panthers can jump far to catch their __________.
Panthers eat animals like __________ in the forest or jungle.
Panthers have ___________ on their fur that can sometimes be seen in the sunlight.
To protect the panther means to __________ from danger and hunters.
Deforestation destroys the __________ and makes it hard for panthers.
Hunting __________ panthers is illegal [not allowed]
Black panthers are very powerful __________ and people must respect them.

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Correct version:

The black panther is a strong carnivore that eats meat.
Black panthers have black fur that sometimes has small spots.
A cub is a baby panther that stays near its mother.
Panthers climb trees to hide from danger and to rest safely.
Panthers rest in trees during the day and wait quietly.
Panthers move quietly when they hunt other animals.
Panthers mostly hunt at night when it is dark.
Panthers usually live alone and do not stay in groups.
Panthers can jump far to catch their food.
Panthers eat animals like deer in the forest or jungle.
Panthers have spots on their fur that can sometimes be seen in the sunlight.
To protect the panther means to keep it safe from danger and hunters.
Deforestation destroys the forest and makes it hard for panthers.
Hunting black panthers is illegal.
Black panthers are very powerful animals and people must respect them.

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Connect the sentences:

The black panther is a carnivore
A cub is a baby panther
Panthers climb trees
Panthers rest in trees
Panthers move quietly
Panthers mostly hunt at night
Panthers usually live alone
Panthers can jump far
To protect the panther
Hunting black panthers

Second Part:

A. to keep it safe from danger.
B. that sometimes has spots on its fur.
C. when it is dark.
D. to hide from danger and rest safely.
E. and wait quietly during the day.
F. to catch their food.
G. and do not stay in groups.
H. is illegal and against the law.
I. that stays near its mother.
J. when they hunt other animals.

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Answers:

1-B, 2-I, 3-D, 4-E, 5-J, 6-C,
7-G, 8-F, 9-A, 10-H

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Corrrect sentences:

The black panther is a carnivore that sometimes has spots on its fur.
A cub is a baby panther that stays near its mother.
Panthers climb trees to hide from danger and rest safely.
Panthers rest in trees and wait quietly during the day.
Panthers move quietly when they hunt other animals.
Panthers mostly hunt at night when it is dark.
Panthers usually live alone and do not stay in groups.
Panthers can jump far to catch their food.
To protect the panther is to keep it safe from danger.
Hunting black panthers is illegal and against the law.

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Answer:

Does a black panther eat plants or meat?

YOU WRITE:
A black panther eats meat.
Is a baby panther called a cub or a deer?
_______________________________
Does a panther rest in a tree or on the ground?
_______________________________
Can a panther climb a tree or a mountain?
_______________________________
Does a panther hunt at night or during the day?
_______________________________
Does a panther move quietly or loudly when it hunts?
_______________________________
Does a panther usually live alone or in groups?
_______________________________
Does a panther eat a deer or grass?
_______________________________
Is it legal or illegal to hunt black panthers?
_______________________________
Does a panther have fur or antlers [horns]?
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Correct answers:

A black panther eats meat.
A baby panther is called a cub.
A panther rests in a tree.
A panther can climb a tree.
A panther hunts at night.
A panther moves quietly when it hunts.
A panther usually lives alone.
A panther eats a deer.
It is illegal to hunt black panthers.
A panther has fur.

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BONUS DIALOGUE

Interview with an expert on the black panther

Q: What is a black panther?
A: The black panther is a big and strong wild animal. It is very beautiful and very fast.

Q: Is the black panther a different kind of animal?
A: No, the black panther is not a different kind of animal. It is a leopard or a jaguar with black color.

Q: Where does the black color come from?
A: The black color comes from the skin and the fur.

Q: When can we see spots on its body?
A: Sometimes, if the sun is bright, you can see spots on its body.

Q: What are these spots like?
A: These spots are like the normal leopard or jaguar.

Q: Where do black panthers live?
A: Black panthers live in warm places.

Q: Do they live in forests and jungles?
A: Yes, they live in forests and jungles.

Q: Which places do they live in?
A: Some live in Africa, some in Asia, and some in South America.

Q: Why are trees important for them?
A: They like places with many trees. Trees are important for them.

Q: What can panthers do with trees?
A: Panthers can climb trees and hide from danger.

Q: Where do they rest during the day?
A: They rest in trees during the day.

Q: What does the black panther eat?
A: The black panther is a carnivore. This means it eats meat.

Q: What animals does it eat?
A: It eats animals like deer, birds, and small animals.

Q: Is the black panther a good hunter?
A: Yes, the black panther is a very good hunter.

Q: When does it hunt?
A: It hunts mostly at night.

Q: How does it see at night?
A: At night, it can see very well.

Q: How does its black color help it?
A: Its black color helps it hide in the dark.

Q: How is the black panther’s body?
A: The black panther is very fast and strong.

Q: What can it do when it moves?
A: It can run quickly and jump far.

Q: Can it climb and jump in trees?
A: It can climb very high. Sometimes, it jumps from tree to tree.

Q: Is it noisy?
A: It is very quiet. It does not make much noise.

Q: When does it roar?
A: When it wants, it can roar. Its roar is very loud.

Q: Why does it use the roar?
A: It uses the roar to protect its home or to scare other animals.

Q: Do black panthers live in groups?
A: No, black panthers usually live alone.

Q: When do they meet other panthers?
A: They meet other panthers only to have babies.

Q: What is a baby panther called?
A: A baby panther is called a cub.

Q: Who takes care of the cubs?
A: The mother panther takes care of her cubs.

Q: What does the mother teach the cubs?
A: She teaches them how to hunt and how to live in the forest.

Q: How long do cubs stay with the mother?
A: Cubs stay with their mother for a long time.

Q: Why is the black panther important for nature?
A: The black panther is important for nature. It helps keep the forest alive.

Q: What happens without black panthers?
A: Without black panthers, some animals can eat too much food and destroy the forest.

Q: Are black panthers in danger today?
A: Yes, today, black panthers are in danger.

Q: Why is deforestation bad for panthers?
A: People cut the forests to build houses and roads. This is called deforestation. It is very bad for panthers.

Q: Do people hunt black panthers?
A: Some people hunt black panthers for their fur.

Q: Is this legal?
A: This is illegal in many countries, but it still happens.

Q: What should we do?
A: We must protect the black panther and its home.

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Interview with a black panther

Q: Hello, black panther. Can you tell me about yourself?
A: Hello. I am a black panther. I am big and strong. I am very fast and very quiet. I am also very beautiful.

Q: Are you a different kind of animal?
A: No. I am not a different kind of animal. I am a leopard or a jaguar with black color.

Q: Why is your color black?
A: My black color comes from my skin and my fur. When the sun is bright, you can see spots on my body.

Q: Where do you live?
A: I live in warm places. I live in forests and jungles. Some of us live in Africa, some in Asia, and some in South America.

Q: Why are trees important for you?
A: Trees are very important. I can climb trees and hide from danger. I also rest in trees during the day.

Q: What do you do at night?
A: At night, I hunt. I can see very well at night. My black color helps me hide in the dark.

Q: What animals do you eat?
A: I eat meat. I eat deer, birds, and small animals. I am a very good hunter.

Q: Are you loud or quiet?
A: I am very quiet. I do not make much noise. But sometimes I roar. My roar is very loud.

Q: Why do you roar?
A: I roar to protect my home or to scare other animals.

Q: Do you live with other black panthers?
A: No. I usually live alone. I do not live in groups like lions.

Q: What about baby panthers?
A: A baby panther is called a cub. The mother panther takes care of her cubs. Cubs stay with their mother for a long time.

Q: What problems do you have today?
A: Today, we are in danger. People cut the forests. This is called deforestation. It is very bad for us.

Q: Is hunting a problem?
A: Yes. Some people hunt us for our fur. This is illegal in many countries, but it still happens.

Q: What do you want people to know?
A: We are important for nature. We help keep the forest alive. People must protect us and our home.

16. September 2025

🐅🐆🦌The cheetah (A1, beginners)🐅🐆🦌

Vocabulary:

Deutsch	English	Definition
ein Landtier	a land animal	An animal that lives on land, not in water.
hauptsächlich	mainly	Most of the time / in the biggest part.
selten sein	to be rare	Not many exist / very few.
ein offener Platz	an open place	A place with no trees or buildings, empty and big.
ein Grasland	a grassland	Big area with a lot of grass, no trees.
eine Savanne	a savanna	Big open area with grass and some trees (like in Africa).
jagen	to hunt	To run after animals and catch them for food.
viel Platz	a lot of space	Very big area to move.
frei bewegen	to move freely	To go where you want, no walls or problems.
ein schlanker Körper	a slim body	A long and thin body (not fat).
das Gleichgewicht halten	to keep balance	To not fall when you run fast.
ein Fell	a fur	The hair on an animal’s body.
ein Fleck / ein Punkt	a spot	A small round mark (black on yellow, for example).
sich verstecken	to hide	To go where others cannot see you.
vor der Sonne schützen	to protect from the sun	To keep safe from hot sun.
ein Fleischfresser	a carnivore	An animal that eats meat.
ein Hirsch	a deer	An animal with horns that eats grass.
ein Hase	a rabbit	A small animal with long ears that jumps.
eine Antilope	an antelope	A fast animal with horns that lives in Africa.
eine Beute fangen	to catch a prey	To run and take an animal to eat.
für kurze Zeit	for a short time	Only a little time, not long.
sich ausruhen	to rest	To stop moving and sleep or relax.
müde werden	to get tired	To feel no energy after running.
jagen beibringen	to teach how to hunt	To show young animals how to catch food.
ein Junges	a cub	A baby cheetah or big cat.
süß sein	to be cute	To look very nice and lovely.
verspielt sein	to be playful	To like playing and running for fun.
vor Gefahr schützen	to protect from danger	To keep safe from bad things or enemies.
in Gefahr sein	to be in danger	To have big problems, maybe die.
zerstören	to destroy	To break or make something bad.
ein sicherer Ort	a safe place	A good place with no danger.
ein Lebensraum / Habitat	a habitat	The home where an animal lives (with food, water…).
zum Schluss	in conclusion	At the end / to finish.
die Natur retten	to save nature	To help animals, plants and the world stay alive.

The cheetah is a beautiful and interesting animal. It is a wild animal and it lives in nature. The cheetah is famous because it is the fastest land animal in the world. Many people like the cheetah because it is strong, fast, and elegant.

The cheetah lives mainly in Africa. Some cheetahs also live in parts of Asia, but they are very rare there. Cheetahs like open places such as grasslands and savannas. These places are good for running and hunting. The cheetah needs a lot of space to live and move freely.

The cheetah has a slim body and long legs. Its body is made for speed. It has a small head and a long tail. The tail helps the cheetah keep balance when it runs. The cheetah has yellow fur with black spots all over its body. These spots help the cheetah hide in the grass. The cheetah also has black lines on its face. These lines go from the eyes to the mouth and help protect its eyes from the sun.

The cheetah eats meat. It is a

carnivore.

It hunts animals like deer, rabbits, and small antelopes. The cheetah hunts during the day. It uses its strong legs and fast speed to catch its prey. The cheetah can run very fast, up to 100 kilometers per hour, but only for a short time. After running, the cheetah needs to rest because it gets tired quickly.

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Cheetahs usually live alone, but sometimes they live in small groups. A mother cheetah lives with her babies. She takes care of them and teaches them how to hunt. Baby cheetahs are called cubs. They are very cute and playful. The mother protects them from danger.

Today, cheetahs are in danger. There are not many cheetahs left in the world. People destroy their homes and hunt animals that cheetahs eat. Because of this, cheetahs cannot find enough food or safe places to live. Many organizations work to protect cheetahs and their habitats.

In conclusion, the cheetah is an amazing animal. It is fast, beautiful, and important for nature. We should learn about cheetahs and help protect them. Saving cheetahs means saving nature and the future of our planet.

Good luck!

Match word and definition, part 1:

a land animal
mainly
to be rare
an open place
a grassland
a savanna
to hunt
a lot of space
to move freely
a slim body
to keep balance
a fur
a spot
to hide
to protect from the sun
a carnivore
a deer

Definitions:

A. An animal that eats meat.
B. Big area with a lot of grass, no trees.
C. To run after animals and catch them for food.
D. Very big area to move.
E. To not fall when you run fast.
F. A long and thin body (not fat).
G. To go where you want, no walls or problems.
H. To go where others cannot see you.
I. An animal with horns that eats grass.
J. An animal that lives on land, not in water.
K. The hair on an animal’s body.
L. Big open area with grass and some trees (like in Africa).
M. A small round mark (black on yellow, for example).
N. To keep safe from hot sun.
O. Not many exist / very few.
P. A place with no trees or buildings, empty and big.
Q. Most of the time / in the biggest part.
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Answers:
1-J, 2-Q, 3-O, 4-P, 5-B, 6-L,
7-C, 8-D, 9-G, 10-F, 11-E, 12-K,
13-M, 14-H, 15-N, 16-A, 17-I

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Match word and definition, part 2:

18. an antelope
19. to catch a prey
20. for a short time
21. to rest
22. to get tired
23. to teach how to hunt
24. a cub
25. to be cute
26. to be playful
27. to protect from danger
28. to be in danger
29. to destroy
30. a safe place
31. a habitat
32. in conclusion
33. to save nature
34. a rabbit

Definitions:

A. To break or make something bad.
B. To help animals, plants and the world stay alive.
C. The home where an animal lives (with food, water…).
D. A baby cheetah or big cat.
E. To have big problems, maybe die.
F. To show young animals how to catch food.
G. A fast animal with horns that lives in Africa.
H. A good place with no danger.
I. Only a little time, not long.
J. At the end / to finish.
K. To feel no energy after running.
L. To stop moving and sleep or relax.
M. An animal with long ears that jumps.
N. To like playing and running for fun.
O. To run and take an animal to eat.
P. To look very nice and lovely.
Q. To keep safe from bad things or enemies.

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Answers:
18-G, 19-O, 20-I, 21-L, 22-K, 23-F,
24-D, 25-P, 26-N, 27-Q, 28-E, 29-A,
30-H, 31-C, 32-J, 33-B, 34-M

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True or false:

A cheetah is a land animal.
Cheetahs mainly live in the sea.
Cheetahs are very common animals.
A savanna is an open place with a lot of trees.
A grassland has a lot of grass.
Cheetahs hunt rabbits and deer.
Cheetahs like small places with no space.
A cheetah has a fat body.
Spots on fur help a cheetah to hide.
A carnivore eats only grass.
An antelope is faster than a cheetah for a long time.
Cheetahs run for a short time and then get tired.
A cub is an old cheetah.
Cubs are cute and playful.
Mothers teach cubs how to hunt.
Cheetahs rest a lot after they hunt.
Cheetahs are in danger because people destroy their habitat.
A safe place is bad for animals.
In conclusion, we must save nature.
A rabbit is a carnivore.

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True: 1,5,6,9,12,14,15,16,17,19

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Correct answers:

A cheetah is a land animal.
Cheetahs mainly live in the sea.
→ False
True is: Cheetahs mainly live on land / in a savanna.
Cheetahs are very common animals.
→ False
True is: Cheetahs are rare animals. / Cheetahs to be rare.
A savanna is an open place with a lot of trees.
→ False
True is: A savanna is an open place with a lot of grass and some trees.
A grassland has a lot of grass.
Cheetahs hunt rabbits and deer.
Cheetahs like small places with no space.
→ False
True is: Cheetahs like a lot of space to move freely.
A cheetah has a fat body.
→ False
True is: A cheetah has a slim body.
Spots on fur help a cheetah to hide.
A carnivore eats only grass.
→ False
True is: A carnivore eats meat.
An antelope is faster than a cheetah for a short time.
→ False
True is: A cheetah is faster than an antelope for a short time.
Cheetahs run for a short time and then get tired.
A cub is an old cheetah.
→ False
True is: A cub is a baby cheetah.
Cubs are cute and playful.
Mothers teach cubs how to hunt.
Cheetahs rest a lot after they hunt.
Cheetahs are in danger because people destroy their habitat.
A safe place is bad for animals.
→ False
True is: A safe place is good for animals.
In conclusion, we must save nature.
A rabbit is a carnivore.
→ False
True is: A rabbit is not a carnivore. / A rabbit eats grass (not meat).

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Fill in, words below:

prey – cubs – protect – grassland – savanna –
carnivore – destroy – hunt – playful –
fur – danger – trees –
mother – cheetahs –
slim

A cheetah is a fast land animal that lives mainly in a __________.
Cheetahs need a lot of space to move freely and to __________.
A savanna is an open place with a lot of grass and some __________.
A __________ is a big open place where cheetahs can run fast.
Cheetahs have a __________ body and spots on their fur.
The spots on the __________ help the cheetah to hide very well.
A cheetah is a __________ and it hunts an antelope or a deer.
Cheetahs catch __________ very fast but only for a short time.
After they hunt, __________ get tired and they need to rest.
A cub is a baby cheetah and it is very cute and __________.
The cubs like to be playful and they move freely with their __________.
Mothers teach their __________ how to hunt in the savanna.
Cheetahs are rare [not many]and they are in ___________ in many places.
People __________ the habitat and this makes cheetahs in danger.
In conclusion, we must save nature to __________ the cheetahs and their safe place.

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Correct version:

A cheetah is a fast land animal that lives mainly in a savanna.
Cheetahs need a lot of space to move freely and to hunt.
A savanna is an open place with a lot of grass and some trees.
A grassland is a big open place where cheetahs can run fast.
Cheetahs have a slim body and spots on their fur.
The spots on the fur help the cheetah to hide very well.
A cheetah is a carnivore and it hunts an antelope or a deer.
Cheetahs catch prey very fast but only for a short time.
After they hunt, cheetahs get tired and they need to rest.
A cub is a baby cheetah and it is very cute and playful.
The cubs like to be playful and they move freely with their mother.
Mothers teach their cubs how to hunt in the savanna.
Cheetahs are rare and they are in danger in many places.
People destroy the habitat and this makes cheetahs in danger.
In conclusion, we must save nature to protect the cheetahs and their safe place.

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Connect:

Cheetahs mainly live | a. how to hunt
A cheetah has spots on its fur | b. because they are rare
Cheetahs need a lot of space | c. in a savanna
A cub is very cute | d. to hide
Mothers teach their cubs | e. to move freely
Cheetahs get tired | f. after a short time
Cheetahs are in danger | g. and playful
A grassland and a savanna | h. to catch prey
Cheetahs run very fast | i. are good habitats
In conclusion, we must | j. save nature

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

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Correct version:

Cheetahs mainly live in a savanna.
A cheetah has spots on its fur to hide.
Cheetahs need a lot of space to move freely.
A cub is very cute and playful.
Mothers teach their cubs how to hunt.
Cheetahs get tired after a short time.
Cheetahs are in danger because they are rare.
A grassland and a savanna are good habitats.
Cheetahs run very fast to catch prey.
In conclusion, we must save nature.

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Answer:

Is a cheetah the slowest or fastest land animal?

YOU WRITE:
A cheetah is the fastetst land animal.
Does the cheetah live in Africa or South America?
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Does the cheetah like open grasslands or dense forests?
______________________________
Does a cheetah have a slim body or a heavy body?
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Is the cheetah’s tail used for balance or sleeping?
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Does the cheetah eat meat or plants?
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Does the cheetah hunt during the day or at night?
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Can a cheetah run fast for a long time or a short time?
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Are baby cheetahs called cubs or calves?
______________________________
Are cheetahs safe today or in danger?
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Correct answers:

A cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world.
The cheetah lives mainly in Africa.
The cheetah likes open grasslands and savannas.
The cheetah has a slim body.
The cheetah’s tail is used for balance.
The cheetah eats meat.
The cheetah hunts during the day.
A cheetah can run fast for a short time.
Baby cheetahs are called cubs.
Cheetahs are in danger today.

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BONUS DIALOGUE

Interview with an expert on the cheetah

Interviewer: What does the cheetah eat?
Expert: The cheetah eats meat. It is a carnivore.

Interviewer: Where do we find cheetahs?
Expert: The cheetahs live mainly in Africa.

Interviewer: How fast can the cheetah run?
Expert: It can run up to 100 kilometers per hour.

Interviewer: Who teaches the cubs to hunt?
Expert: The mother teaches them how to hunt.

Interviewer: Why are cheetahs in danger today?
Expert: People destroy their homes and hunt the animals that cheetahs eat.

Interviewer: Which places does the cheetah like?
Expert: Cheetahs like open places such as grasslands and savannas.

Interviewer: When does the cheetah hunt?
Expert: The cheetah hunts during the day.

Interviewer: What is special about the cheetah?
Expert: The cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world.

Interviewer: How long can it run at this speed?
Expert: Only for a short time. After running, it needs to rest.

Interviewer: Who lives with the cheetah cubs?
Expert: The mother cheetah lives with her babies and protects them.

Interviewer: Why does the cheetah need a lot of space?
Expert: The cheetah needs space to live and move freely.

Interviewer: Which animals does the cheetah hunt?
Expert: It hunts deer, rabbits, and small antelopes.

Interviewer: What does the cheetah look like?
Expert: The cheetah has a slim body, long legs, a small head, and a long tail.

Interviewer: Where can you find cheetahs in Asia?
Expert: Some cheetahs live in parts of Asia, but they are very rare there.

Interviewer: Why are grasslands good for cheetahs?
Expert: Grasslands and savannas are good for running and hunting.

Interviewer: What is a cheetah?
Expert: The cheetah is a beautiful and interesting wild animal.

Interviewer: What do the black spots do?
Expert: The spots help the cheetah hide in the grass.

Interviewer: What are the black lines on the cheetah’s face for?
Expert: They protect the eyes from the sun.

Interviewer: How does the tail help the cheetah?
Expert: The tail helps the cheetah keep balance when it runs.

Interviewer: How does the cheetah hunt?
Expert: It uses strong legs and very fast speed to catch animals.

Interviewer: Why is it important to save cheetahs?
Expert: Saving cheetahs means saving nature and the future.

Interviewer: How many cheetahs are left in the world?
Expert: There are not many cheetahs left.

Interviewer: Which color is the cheetah?
Expert: The cheetah has yellow fur with black spots.

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Interview with a cheetah

Interviewer: Who are you?
Cheetah: I am a cheetah. I am a wild animal. I live in nature.

Interviewer: What kind of animal are you?
Cheetah: I am strong, fast, and elegant. I am famous because I am the fastest land animal in the world.

Interviewer: Where do you live?
Cheetah: I live mainly in Africa. Some cheetahs live in Asia, but they are very rare.

Interviewer: Which places do you like?
Cheetah: I like grasslands and savannas. These open places are good for running.

Interviewer: Why are open places important for you?
Cheetah: I need a lot of space to move freely and hunt.

Interviewer: How does your body help you run?
Cheetah: I have long legs and a slim body. My body is made for speed.

Interviewer: What helps you keep balance?
Cheetah: My long tail helps me when I run fast.

Interviewer: What color is your fur?
Cheetah: My fur is yellow with black spots. The spots help me hide in the grass.

Interviewer: What are the black lines on your face for?
Cheetah: They protect my eyes from the sun.

Interviewer: What do you eat?
Cheetah: I eat meat. I hunt deer, rabbits, and small antelopes.

Interviewer: When do you hunt?
Cheetah: I hunt during the day.

Interviewer: How fast can you run?
Cheetah: I can run up to 100 kilometers per hour, but only for a short time.

Interviewer: What do you do after running?
Cheetah: I need to rest because I get tired quickly.

Interviewer: How do cheetahs live?
Cheetah: We usually live alone. Sometimes we live in small groups.

Interviewer: Who takes care of the babies?
Cheetah: The mother takes care of the cubs and teaches them how to hunt.

Interviewer: Why are cheetahs in danger today?
Cheetah: People destroy our homes and hunt animals that we eat.

Interviewer: What should people do now?
Cheetah: People should protect cheetahs and habitats. Saving cheetahs means saving nature and the future of our planet.

16. September 2025

➡️😎🍸 Useful vocabulary and phrases for front desk staff (A2, 1/2)🍸😎⬅️

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16. September 2025

🤓🥳What’s the time? (U 11, pp93-101, time, present continuous/progressive, beginner, A1)🥳🤓

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Deutsch	English	Simple definition
(93)
Wie spät ist es?	What’s the time?	You ask for the time
senden	to send	to give something to someone
reiten / fahren	to ride	to sit on and go
spielen	to play	to have fun
ein Skateboard	a skateboard	a board with wheels
anschauen	to watch	to look at something
skaten	to skate	to move on skates
kochen	to cook	to make food
machen	to make	to create something
ein Pferd	a horse	a big animal
Computerspiele	computer games	games on a computer
ein Fahrrad	a bike	you ride it
ein Klavier	a piano	a music instrument
ein Video	a video	moving pictures
eine Textnachricht	a text message	short phone message
Fußball	football	a game with a ball
(94)
Freizeitaktivität	free time activity	fun activity
wahr sein	to be true	it is correct
(95)
lesen	to read	look at words
trinken	to drink	have water
eine Zeitung	a newspaper	paper with news
Skateboard fahren	to skateboard	ride a skateboard
(96)
Musik hören	to listen to music	hear songs
Spaß haben	to have fun	feel happy
ein schlimmer Tag	a terrible day	very bad day
Kannst du zu mir kommen?	Can you come to my place?	ask someone to visit
(97)
Tagesablauf	daily routine	things every day
Komm schnell her!	Get here soon!	come fast
kaputt sein	to be broken	not working
morgens aufstehen	to get up in the morning	leave bed
Sachen packen	to pack things	put in a bag
gehen / verlassen	to leave	go away
Hausaufgaben machen	to do one’s homework	school work
normalerweise	usually	most days
ins Bett gehen	to go to bed	go to sleep
(98)
ankommen	to arrive	come to a place
ein Regenschirm	an umbrella	keeps you dry
Angst haben	to be scared	feel afraid
plötzlich	suddenly	very fast
Das Telefon klingelt	the phone is ringing	phone is making a sound
(99)
sich beeilen	to hurry	go fast
nur eine Minute	just a minute	short time
eine Tasche finden	to find a bag	see and get it
(100)
Roller fahren	to ride a scooter	ride a small vehicle
skaten	to skate	move on skates
Snowboard fahren	to snowboard	ride on snow
(101)
Freizeit	free time	time for fun
täglich	daily	every day
Wie spät ist es?	What’s the time?	ask the time
Entschuldigung	Excuse me	polite word
sich beeilen	to hurry	go fast
eine Uhr	a clock	shows time
Schlafenszeit	bedtime	time to sleep
eine Pause	a break	short rest
eine Übung	an exercise	practice
draußen	outside	not inside
draußen schneien	to snow outside	snow falls
lernen	to study	learn
jemanden aufwecken	to wake somebody up	stop sleeping
unglaublich	amazing	very good
die Tür öffnen	to answer the door	open door
ein Busch	a bush	small plant
sich verstecken	to hide	not be seen
an die Tür klopfen	to knock at the door	hit the door
ein Wohnzimmer	a living room	room with sofa
eine Überraschung	a surprise	not expected
schieben	to push	move with hands
kochen	to cook	make food
eine Textnachricht	a text message	phone message
aufpassen auf	to look after	take care
eine Straße	a road	cars drive
ein Ort (Zuhause)	a place (home)	where you live
ein Hinweis	a clue	helps find
Bis bald	See you soon	goodbye
das Wetter	weather	sun, rain
eine halbe Stunde	half an hour	30 minutes
eine Viertelstunde	a quarter of an hour	15 minutes
drei Viertelstunden	three quarters of an hour	45 minutes
genau zur vollen Stunde	on the hour	exact time
Beeil dich!	to hurry up	go faster

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What time is it?

It is quarter past two.

YOU WRITE:
2:15
It is half past eight.

YOU WRITE:
8:30
It is quarter to nine.
___________________
It is twenty past seven.
___________________
It is ten to four.
___________________
It is five to one.
___________________
It is half past five.
___________________
It is quarter past ten.
___________________
It is twenty-five past three.
___________________
It is quarter to twelve.
___________________
It is five past twelve.
___________________
It is twenty to six.
___________________
It is half past eleven.
___________________
It is quarter past six.
___________________
It is five past three.
___________________
It is ten past eleven.
___________________
It is twenty-five to eight.
___________________
It is quarter to one.
___________________
It is half past two.
___________________
It is twenty past nine.
___________________
It is ten to seven.
___________________
It is quarter past four.
___________________
It is five to ten.
___________________
It is twenty-five past six.
___________________
It is half past three.
___________________
It is quarter to eight.
___________________
It is five past nine.
___________________
It is twenty past twelve.
___________________
It is ten past five.
___________________
It is quarter to three.
___________________

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Correct answers:

It is quarter past two — 2:15
It is half past eight — 8:30
It is quarter to nine — 8:45
It is twenty past seven — 7:20
It is ten to four — 3:50
It is five to one — 12:55
It is half past five — 5:30
It is quarter past ten — 10:15
It is twenty-five past three — 3:25
It is quarter to twelve — 11:45
It is five past twelve — 12:05
It is twenty to six — 5:40
It is half past eleven — 11:30
It is quarter past six — 6:15
It is five past three — 3:05
It is ten past eleven — 11:10
It is twenty-five to eight — 7:35
It is quarter to one — 12:45
It is half past two — 2:30
It is twenty past nine — 9:20
It is ten to seven — 6:50
It is quarter past four — 4:15
It is five to ten — 9:55
It is twenty-five past six — 6:25
It is half past three — 3:30
It is quarter to eight — 7:45
It is five past nine — 9:05
It is twenty past twelve — 12:20
It is ten past five — 5:10
It is quarter to three — 2:45

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

1. When to use it (Present Continuous = “-ing” form)

We use the present continuous to talk about things that are happening right now, at the moment of speaking, at this moment.

Examples:

I am eating. (I am eating now.)
She is reading a book. (She is reading now.)
They are playing football. (They are playing now.)

2. How to form it

Formula:

Subject + be + verb + -ing

Step 1: Use the right form of be

I → am
He / She / It → is
You / We / They → are

Step 2: Add verb + -ing

3. How to make -ing verbs (rules)

Normal verbs: just add -ing

eat → eating
play → playing
read → reading

Verbs ending with -e: remove -e and add -ing

make → making
write → writing
dance → dancing

One-syllable verbs with one vowel + one consonant: double the last consonant and add -ing

run → running
sit → sitting
swim → swimming

Verbs ending with -ie: change -ie to -y and add -ing

lie → lying
die → dying

✅ Quick tip:

Words like now, at the moment, today often show we use present continuous.
Don’t forget -ing at the end of the verb!

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FILL IN the correct form of the verb:

People ___________ (be) on a beach.
The sun ___________ (shine).

Children __________ ( play) in the sand.
Two children __________ (build) a sandcastle.
A dog __________ (walk) near the sandcastle.

One child __________ (run).
A baby __________ (crawl) on the sand.

Some people__________ (walk) on the beach.
A man __________ (cook) food at a table.

People __________ (swim) in the sea.
Children __________ (play) in the water.

A woman __________ (take) a photo.
Birds __________ (fly) in the sky.

Everyone__________ (have) fun on the beach.

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Correct version – audio file => listen:

People are on a beach.
The sun is shining.

Children are playing in the sand.
Two children are building a sandcastle.
A dog is walking near the sandcastle.

One child is running.
A baby is crawling on the sand.

Some people are walking on the beach.
A man is cooking food at a table.

People are swimming in the sea.
Children are playing in the water.

A woman is taking a photo.
Birds are flying in the sky.

Everyone is having fun on the beach.

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Short answers, how to………

___________________________

Give short answers as shown:

People are on a beach.

YOU WRITE:
Yes, they are.
No, they aren’t (=are not)

The sun is shining.

YOU WRITE:
Yes, he is.
No, he isn’t (=is not)

“The sun is he,
and the moon is she.”

Children are playing in the sand.
___________________
___________________
Two children are building a sandcastle.
___________________
___________________
A dog is walking near the sandcastle.
___________________
___________________

One child is running.
___________________
___________________
A baby is crawling on the sand.
___________________
___________________

Some people are walking on the beach.
___________________
___________________
A man is cooking food at a table.
___________________
___________________

People are swimming in the sea.
___________________
___________________
Children are playing in the water.
___________________
___________________

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Correct answers:

Children are playing in the sand.
Yes, they are.
No, they aren’t (=are not)

Two children are building a sandcastle.
Yes, they are.
No, they aren’t (=are not)

A dog is walking near the sandcastle.
Yes, it is.
No, it isn’t (=is not)

One child is running.
Yes, he/she is.
No, he/she isn’t (=is not)

A baby is crawling on the sand.
Yes, he/she is.
No, he/she isn’t (=is not)

Some people are walking on the beach.
Yes, they are.
No, they aren’t (=are not)

A man is cooking food at a table.
Yes, he is.
No, he isn’t (=is not)

People are swimming in the sea.
Yes, they are.
No, they aren’t (=are not)

Children are playing in the water.
Yes, they are.
No, they aren’t (=are not)

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Sandra’s day:

Interviewer: Who gets up first in your family?
Sandra: I do. I get up at ten past six.

Interviewer: What do you do first?
Sandra: I wash my face and brush my teeth.

Interviewer: When do you have breakfast?
Sandra: At half past six.

Interviewer: How do you go to school?
Sandra: I walk to school.

Interviewer: What time does school start?
Sandra: At eight o’clock.

Interviewer: What do you do at school?
Sandra: I have lessons and play with friends.

Interviewer: When do you have lunch?
Sandra: At half past twelve.

Interviewer: Who do you play with after lunch?
Sandra: I play with my classmates.

Interviewer: When does school finish?
Sandra: At three o’clock.

Interviewer: What do you do after school?
Sandra: I do my homework and play a little.

Interviewer: When do you have a snack?
Sandra: At half past four.

Interviewer: Who cooks dinner?
Sandra: My mum cooks dinner at half past six.

Interviewer: What do you do in the evening?
Sandra: I watch TV and read a book.

Interviewer: When do you go to bed?
Sandra: At nine o’clock.

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Present simple (always, every day, never) and
present continuous (now, at the moment)

Sandra: I get up at ten past six (every day, always).

YOU WRITE:

Now (present continuous) it is ten past six.
Sandra is getting up.
I have breakfast at half past six (every day, always).
_____________________
_____________________
School starts at eight o’clock.
_____________________
_____________________
I have lunch at half past twelve.
_____________________
_____________________
School finishes at three o’clock.
_____________________
_____________________
I have a snack at half past four.
_____________________
_____________________
Dinner is at half past six.
_____________________
_____________________
I go to bed at nine o’clock.
_____________________
_____________________

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Correct answers:

Sandra: I get up at ten past six (every day, always).
Now (present continuous) it is ten past six.
Sandra is getting up.

I have breakfast at half past six.
Now it is half past six.
Sandra is having breakfast.

School starts at eight o’clock.
Now it is eight o’clock.
School is starting.

I have lunch at half past twelve.
Now it is half past twelve.
Sandra is having lunch.

School finishes at three o’clock.
Now it is three o’clock.
School is finishing.

I have a snack at half past four.
Now it is half past four.
Sandra is having a snack.

Dinner is at half past six.
Now it is half past six.
Sandra is having dinner.

I go to bed at nine o’clock.
Now it is nine o’clock.
Sandra is going to bed.

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Salas’s day:

Interviewer: Who gets up first in your family?
Salas: I do. I get up at (6:10)__________________

YOU WRITE: ten past six

Interviewer: What do you do first?
Salas: At (6:29)__________________, I wash my face and brush my teeth.

Interviewer: When do you have breakfast?
Salas: At __________________ (6:30), I have breakfast.

Interviewer: How do you go to school?
Salas: At __________________ (6:55), I walk to school.

Interviewer: What time does school start?
Salas: At __________________ (8:00), school starts.

Interviewer: What do you do at school?
Salas: At __________________ (9:10), I have lessons and play with my friends.

Interviewer: When do you have lunch?
Salas: At __________________ (12:30), I have lunch.

Interviewer: Who do you play with after lunch?
Salas: At __________________ (12:55), I play with my classmates.

Interviewer: When does school finish?
Salas: At __________________ (3:00), school finishes.

Interviewer: What do you do after school?
Salas: At __________________ (3:10), I do my homework and play.

Interviewer: When do you have a snack?
Salas: At __________________ (4:20), I have a snack.

Interviewer: Who cooks dinner?
Salas: At __________________ (5:30), my mum cooks dinner.

Interviewer: What do you do in the evening?
Salas: At __________________ (7:55), I watch TV.

Interviewer: When do you go to bed?
Salas: At __________________ (9:00), I go to bed.

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Correct answers:

Salas’s day:

Interviewer: Who gets up first in your family?
Salas: I do. I get up at ten past six.

Interviewer: What do you do first?
Salas: At twenty past six, I wash my face and brush my teeth.

Interviewer: When do you have breakfast?
Salas: At half past six, I have breakfast.

Interviewer: How do you go to school?
Salas: At five to seven, I walk to school.

Interviewer: What time does school start?
Salas: At eight o’clock, school starts.

Interviewer: What do you do at school?
Salas: At ten past nine, I have lessons and play with my friends.

Interviewer: When do you have lunch?
Salas: At half past twelve, I have lunch.

Interviewer: Who do you play with after lunch?
Salas: At five to one, I play with my classmates.

Interviewer: When does school finish?
Salas: At three o’clock, school finishes.

Interviewer: What do you do after school?
Salas: At ten past three, I do my homework and play.

Interviewer: When do you have a snack?
Salas: At twenty past four, I have a snack.

Interviewer: Who cooks dinner?
Salas: At half past six, my mum cooks dinner.

Interviewer: What do you do in the evening?
Salas: At five to eight, I watch TV.

Interviewer: When do you go to bed?
Salas: At nine o’clock, I go to bed.

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Oum’s day:

Interviewer: Who gets up first in your family?
Oum: My sister does. I get up at _______________ (6:55).

Interviewer: What do you do first?
Oum: At _______________ (7:10), I wash my face.

Interviewer: When do you brush your teeth?
Oum: At _______________ (7:15), I brush my teeth.

Interviewer: When do you have breakfast?
Oum: At _______________ (7:30), I have breakfast.

Interviewer: How do you go to school?
Oum: At _______________ (7:40), I go to school by bus.

Interviewer: What time does school start?
Oum: At _______________ (8:00), school starts.

Interviewer: What do you do at school?
Oum: At _______________ (10:10), I have lessons and play with my friends.

Interviewer: When do you have lunch?
Oum: At _______________ (12:55), I have lunch.

Interviewer: Who do you play with after lunch?
Oum: At _______________ (1:10), I play with my friends.

Interviewer: When does school finish?
Oum: At _______________ (2:30), school finishes.

Interviewer: What do you do after school?
Oum: At _______________ (3:00), I do my homework.

Interviewer: When do you have a snack?
Oum: At _______________ (4:20), I have a snack.

Interviewer: Who cooks dinner?
Oum: At _______________ (6:00), my dad cooks dinner.

Interviewer: What do you do in the evening?
Oum: At _______________ (7:55), I read a book.

Interviewer: When do you go to bed?
Oum: At _______________ (8:30), I go to bed.

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Correct version:

Oum’s day:

Interviewer: Who gets up first in your family?
Oum: My sister does. I get up at five to seven.

Interviewer: What do you do first?
Oum: At ten past seven, I wash my face.

Interviewer: When do you brush your teeth?
Oum: At quarter past seven, I brush my teeth.

Interviewer: When do you have breakfast?
Oum: At half past seven, I have breakfast.

Interviewer: How do you go to school?
Oum: At twenty to eight, I go to school by bus.

Interviewer: What time does school start?
Oum: At eight o’clock, school starts.

Interviewer: What do you do at school?
Oum: At ten past ten, I have lessons and play with my friends.

Interviewer: When do you have lunch?
Oum: At five to one, I have lunch.

Interviewer: Who do you play with after lunch?
Oum: At ten past one, I play with my friends.

Interviewer: When does school finish?
Oum: At half past two, school finishes.

Interviewer: What do you do after school?
Oum: At three o’clock, I do my homework.

Interviewer: When do you have a snack?
Oum: At twenty past four, I have a snack.

Interviewer: Who cooks dinner?
Oum: At six o’clock, my dad cooks dinner.

Interviewer: What do you do in the evening?
Oum: At five to eight, I read a book.

Interviewer: When do you go to bed?
Oum: At half past eight, I go to bed.

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16. September 2025

🥰🌟🤓You have to give a speech, a presentation, on ‚Working at the front desk: helping guests with a smile‘ (A1+/A2, text, vocabulary, soundfiles only)🤓🌟🥰

how to….

Speech Plan:

1. Greeting / Introduction

Say hello to your audience.
Introduce the topic clearly.
Example points:
- “Hello everyone.”
- “Today I will talk about how to work at the front desk of a hotel.”
- “I will explain the qualities you need, the tasks you do, and the do’s and don’ts.”

2. What the job is

Explain the role in simple terms.
Key points:
- “A front desk worker is the first person guests see at the hotel.”
- “They greet guests when they arrive.”
- “They help guests check in and check out.”
- “They answer questions and solve problems.”

3. Qualities needed

Traits that help someone do the job well.
Key points:
- Friendly: “Smile and be nice to guests.”
- Polite: “Use polite words like ‘please’ and ‘thank you’.”
- Patient: “Some guests may have questions or problems. Stay calm.”
- Organized: “Keep the desk clean, write notes, and remember bookings.”
- Good communication: “Speak clearly and listen to guests.”

4. How to work / Main tasks

Describe daily tasks simply.
Key points:
- “Greet guests and say hello.”
- “Check guests in: give them keys, explain their room.”
- “Check guests out: take the keys and say goodbye.”
- “Answer the phone and help with questions.”
- “Give information about the hotel: breakfast, pool, or Wi-Fi.”
- “Handle requests: extra towels, room cleaning, or booking taxis.”

5. Do’s and Don’ts

Short, simple rules to follow.

Do’s:

Smile and be polite.
Listen to guests.
Be helpful and patient.
Keep your desk clean and organized.

Don’ts:

Don’t shout or argue with guests.
Don’t ignore guests.
Don’t be lazy or unhelpful.
Don’t forget to write down important information.

6. Closing

Short summary of the speech.
Thank the audience.
Key points:
- “In conclusion, working at the front desk is helping guests and being kind and organized.”
- “It is an important job because you are the first person guests meet.”
- “Thank you for listening.”

______________________

Vocabulary:

Word / Phrase	Simple A1 Definition
an introduction	The beginning of a speech
an audience	The people who listen
to introduce a topic	To say what you will talk about
to explain	To help people understand
a task	A job you must do
in simple terms	Using easy words
a key point	An important idea
to greet	To say hello
to solve problems	To fix a problem
qualities needed	Good things you need for a job
to be polite	To be kind and use nice words
to be patient	To wait and not get angry
to stay calm	To not be angry
to be organized	To keep things clean and in order
to remember	To keep something in your mind
communication	Talking and listening
a main task	An important job
to describe	To say what something is like
to answer a phone	To speak when the phone rings
to handle a request	To help when someone asks
a towel	A cloth to dry your body
to follow a rule	To do what is correct
to shout	To speak very loudly
to argue with somebody	To fight with words
to ignore	To not listen or not look
to be lazy	To not want to work
to be unhelpful	To not help
closing (speech)	The end of a speech
a summary	A short text of main ideas
in conclusion	Words to start the ending

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The speech:

(1) Hello everyone. My name is Tak. Today I want to talk about working at the front desk of a hotel. The front desk is the first place that guests see when they come to the hotel. It is an important job because you help guests feel welcome.

A front desk worker greets guests, helps them with their rooms, and answers questions. They are the first person guests meet, so it is important to be friendly and polite. You also give information about the hotel, like breakfast times, the pool, or the Wi-Fi.

In my speech, I will explain three things: first, the qualities a front desk worker needs; second, the main tasks they do every day; and third, the do’s and don’ts to be a good worker. I hope you enjoy my speech and learn something about this job.

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(2) A front desk worker is the first person that guests see when they come to the hotel. This means they make the first impression, so it is very important to be friendly and polite.

When guests arrive, a front desk worker greets them with a smile and says hello. They help guests check in by giving them the room key and explaining important information about the hotel.

At the end of the stay, they help guests check out. This includes taking the keys and making sure everything is correct.

A front desk worker also answers questions from guests. Guests may ask about the hotel, the city, or services like breakfast, the pool, or Wi-Fi. The worker solves problems and helps guests so they have a good stay.

In short, the front desk worker helps guests, gives information, and makes sure guests are happy and comfortable during their stay.

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(3) To work at the front desk of a hotel, you need some important qualities. These qualities help you do your job well and make guests happy.

A front desk worker must be friendly. Smile and be nice to guests. Say hello and make them feel welcome. A friendly worker makes guests feel happy and comfortable.

Being polite is very important. Use polite words like ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’ Always speak nicely to guests, even if they are upset. Polite workers give a good impression of the hotel.

Patience is very important. Sometimes guests have many questions or problems. A patient worker stays calm and listens carefully. Do not shout or get angry. Answer questions slowly and clearly. Patience helps solve problems and makes guests feel comfortable.

A front desk worker must be organized. Keep the desk clean and tidy. Write notes to remember bookings and requests. Being organized helps the work run smoothly and makes it easy to help guests quickly.

Good communication is very important. Speak clearly and listen carefully to guests. Make sure you understand what the guest wants. Good communication helps guests feel understood and happy.”

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(4) A front desk worker starts the day by greeting guests. When guests come to the hotel, the worker smiles and says hello. This makes guests feel welcome and comfortable. A friendly greeting is very important because it is the first contact with the guest.

One important task is to check guests in. This means giving guests their room key or key card. The worker explains where the room is and gives simple information, such as the floor number or how to use the key. The worker may also explain hotel rules or times for breakfast.

Another task is to check guests out. When guests leave the hotel, the worker takes the room key and asks if everything was fine. The worker says goodbye and thanks the guests for staying at the hotel. This helps guests leave with a good feeling.

A front desk worker also answers the phone. Guests may call to ask questions or to book a room. The worker listens carefully and speaks clearly. Answering the phone politely is very important because it shows good service.

Giving information is also part of the job. Guests often ask about breakfast time, the pool, or the Wi-Fi. The worker gives clear and simple answers. This helps guests enjoy their stay and feel relaxed.

Finally, a front desk worker handles guest requests. Guests may ask for extra towels, room cleaning, or help booking a taxi. The worker listens and helps as quickly as possible. Helping with requests shows that the hotel cares about its guests.

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(5) There are some important rules to follow when working at the front desk of a hotel. These rules help the worker do a good job and help guests feel happy and safe.

It is important to smile and be polite. A smile makes guests feel welcome. Using polite words like “please” and “thank you” shows respect. Polite behavior gives a good image of the hotel.

A front desk worker must listen to guests carefully. Guests may have questions, problems, or requests. Listening helps the worker understand what the guest needs. When guests feel heard, they feel more comfortable.

It is also important to be helpful and patient. Some guests may be tired or unhappy. A good worker stays calm and tries to help. Being patient makes it easier to solve problems.

Keeping the desk clean and organized is very important. A clean desk looks professional. Writing things down and keeping papers in order helps the worker remember bookings and requests.

There are also things a front desk worker must not do. Do not shout or argue with guests. This can make guests angry or uncomfortable. Always stay calm and speak politely.

A worker should never ignore guests. If a guest is waiting, the worker should say something and help as soon as possible. Ignoring guests makes them feel unimportant.

A front desk worker should not be lazy or unhelpful. Guests come to the desk because they need help. A good worker always tries to help, even with small things.

Finally, it is important not to forget to write down important information. Writing notes helps avoid mistakes. It helps the worker remember guest requests and important details.

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In conclusion, working at the front desk is about helping guests every day. It means being kind, polite, patient, and organized. The job is to make guests feel welcome and comfortable.
This is an important job because the front desk worker is the first person guests meet at the hotel. A good first impression helps guests enjoy their stay.
Thank you for listening.

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CHEAT SHEET – FRONT DESK SPEECH

1. Greeting & Introduction

Hello everyone
My name …
Topic: front desk job
First place guests see
Important job
Speech plan: qualities / tasks / do’s & don’ts

2. What the Job Is

First person guests see
Welcome guests
Check in
Check out
Answer questions
Solve problems
Happy guests

3. Qualities Needed

Smile
Friendly attitude
Polite words
Please / Thank you
Calm
Patient
Clean desk
Write notes
Clear speaking
Good listening

4. How to Work / Main Tasks

Greet guests
Say hello
Give keys
Explain room
Take keys back
Say goodbye
Answer phone
Give hotel information
Breakfast / pool / Wi-Fi
Guest requests
Towels / cleaning / taxi

5. Do’s and Don’ts

Do:

Smile
Be polite
Listen
Help guests
Stay calm
Keep desk clean
Write information

Don’t:

Don’t shout
Don’t argue
Don’t ignore guests
Don’t be lazy
Don’t forget notes

6. Closing

In conclusion
Help guests
Kind and organized
Important job
First impression
Thank you for listening

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Use the cheat sheet.
Give the speech.
Record the speech on your mobile phone.
Then listen to your speech.

16. September 2025

🥸🥳Detective stories – solve the case (A1+, story 3)🥳🥸
The Case of the Missing Keys

Detective Ben is at Mrs. Green’s house.
Her keys are missing from the table.
She is worried.

Three people are there: Tom, Lily, and Jack.

Ben looks around.
There is a small puddle near the door.
A chair is moved.
The table is clean except for a cup of tea.

Tom says, “I sit in the living room. I read a book.”
His shoes are dry.

Lily says, “I water the flowers outside.”
Her shoes are wet.

Jack says, “I make a cup of tea. I sit here.”
His shoes are dry.

Ben looks at the door.
The puddle is small.
The floor near the table is dry.

Ben thinks.
Who goes outside? Who has wet shoes?
The keys are near the door, not the table.

Ben smiles.
“Lily,” he says.
“You go outside. You put the keys on the bench. Then they fell in the puddle.”

Lily looks surprised.
“Yes,” she says. “I forgot them there.”

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Vocabulary:
- a key – a small thing that opens a door
- to be missing – not here, lost
- to be worried – to feel nervous or unhappy about something
- a puddle – a small pool of water on the ground
- a chair – something you sit on
- except – not including
- to be dry – not wet
- to water flowers – to put water on flowers so they grow
- outside – not inside
- to be wet – full of water or liquid
- a bench – a long seat for more than one person
- to fall (past: fell) into a puddle – to drop into a small pool of water on the ground
- to forget (past: forgot) – to not remember
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Why Lily?

Step 1: List the clues
1. Keys missing from the table – initial problem.
2. Puddle near the door – something happened near the door.
3. Chair moved – someone interacted with the area.
4. Shoes wet / dry – shows who was outside.
  - Tom: dry
  - Lily: wet
  - Jack: dry
5. Table clean except a cup of tea – keys are not on the table.
6. Floor near table is dry – keys aren’t on the table, hints they went somewhere else.
Step 2: Analyze the statements
- Tom: inside, shoes dry → probably didn’t go outside.
- Jack: inside, shoes dry → also probably didn’t go outside.
- Lily: outside watering flowers, shoes wet → she went outside, near the door/puddle.
Step 3: Look at the location of the keys
- The keys were not on the table, where they normally are.
- There is a puddle near the door → keys probably fell there.
Step 4: Combine clues
- Only Lily went outside (wet shoes).
- Puddle near the door and moved chair indicate someone interacted with the door area.
- Keys ended up in the puddle → Lily must have carried or moved them.
Conclusion:
- Lily is the culprit.
- She went outside with the keys, forgot them on the bench, and they fell into the puddle.
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Vocabulary:
- initial problem – the first problem
- to interact – to talk or do things with other people, things
- a hint – a small piece of information that helps you
- to analyze – to look at something carefully
- probably – likely, maybe
- normally – usually, most of the time
- to combine clues – to put information together to understand something
- to indicate – to show or point out
- to end up in a puddle – to finish by being in a small pool of water
- to carry (past: carried) – to hold and move something
- to forget (past: forgot) – to not remember
- a bench – a long seat for more than one person
- to fall (past: fell) – to drop down by accident
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Lily’s story:

I am Lily.
I water the flowers outside.
My shoes are wet.
I take the keys to put them on the bench.
I forget the keys.
The keys fall in the small puddle near the door.
I feel worried when I see Detective Ben.
I feel surprised when he finds the keys.

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Rewrite, and make all changes necessary:

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Her name is Lily.
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>She waters…………..

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Corrrect version:

Her name is Lily.
She waters the flowers outside.
Her shoes are wet.
She takes the keys to put them on the bench.
She forgets the keys.
The keys fall in the small puddle near the door.
She feels worried when she sees Detective Ben.
She feels surprised when he finds the keys.
16. September 2025
🥸🥳Detective stories – solve the case (A1+, story 2)🥳🥸
- money stolen
The Case of the Stolen Money

Detective Anna is in a small town. Today, she has a new case. Someone stole money from Mr. Green.

Mr. Green says: “I put 100 dollars on the table. Now it is gone! I need help.”

There are three people in the house:
1. Tom, the gardener. He works in the garden all day.
2. Lily, the cook. She cooks food for Mr. Green.
3. Sam, the cleaner. He cleans the house every day.
Detective Anna asks them questions.
- Tom says: “I work outside. I do not see the money.”
- Lily says: “I cook in the kitchen. I do not take money.”
- Sam says: “I clean the house. I see nothing. I do not take money.”
Anna looks for clues. She sees:
- The table is near the window. The window is open.
- There are footprints on the floor. Big footprints.
- There is a small piece of chocolate on the table.
- A chair is near the window. The chair has dust under it.
Anna asks more questions:
- Tom wears big shoes. Lily wears small shoes. Sam wears medium shoes.
- Tom does not eat chocolate. Lily eats chocolate every day. Sam eats chocolate sometimes.
- Tom is tall. Lily is short. Sam is medium height.
Anna thinks carefully. She looks at the footprints. They are big. She looks at the chocolate. Someone ate it. She looks at the chair. The dust is moved.

Anna says: “The person who stole the money is near the table. The person left big footprints. The person eats chocolate.”

Who stole the money?

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Vocabulary:
- to steal (past: stole) – to take something that is not yours.
- a case (detective) – a problem or crime that a detective tries to solve.
- a gardener – a person who works with plants and flowers outside.
- a cleaner – a person who cleans rooms and houses.
- a question – something you ask to get information.
- outside – not inside, in the open air.
- kitchen – a room where people cook food.
- money – coins or paper you use to buy things.
- a clue – information that helps you find something or solve a problem.
- a footprint – the mark of a foot on the ground.
- a chair – something you sit on.
- dust – small pieces of dirt in a room.
- to wear shoes – to have shoes on your feet.
- sometimes – not always, but now and then.
- to be tall – to have a high height.
- to be short – to have a low height.
- to eat (past: ate) – to put food in your mouth and swallow it.
- to move dust – to push or change the place of dust.
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You got it? You solved the case?

We have three suspects:
1. Tom – big shoes, does not eat chocolate, works outside.
2. Lily – small shoes, eats chocolate every day, works in the kitchen.
3. Sam – medium shoes, eats chocolate sometimes, cleans the house.
Clues:
- Footprints on the floor are big → matches Tom.
- There is chocolate eaten → matches Lily and Sam, not Tom.
- Table is near the window, chair moved, dust moved → person was near the table and window.
Now combine:
- The thief left big footprints → Tom.
- The thief ate chocolate → only Lily or Sam.
Notice the conflict: Tom has big shoes but does not eat chocolate.
The chocolate clue shows the thief ate chocolate, so it is not Tom.
Sam’s shoes are medium → footprints too small.
Lily’s shoes are small → footprints too small.

But the footprints are big, and someone ate chocolate → this is tricky!

Look at the text carefully:
- The footprints were big and the chocolate was on the table, not necessarily eaten by the thief.
- The chocolate clue says: “There is a small piece of chocolate on the table.”
- Tom does not eat chocolate, but the chocolate is left there → it’s not about eating, just a clue to the table.
So the main clues for the thief:
1. Big footprints → Tom.
2. Near the table / window / chair → yes, Tom could reach it.
3. Chocolate is just a distraction.
✅ Solution: Tom stole the money.

Why:
- Only Tom has big shoes, which match the footprints.
- The thief must have been near the table → the window is open, footprints lead from the table → Tom had access.
- The chocolate clue was meant to distract the reader.
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Vocabulary:
- a suspect → a person who might have done something wrong
- to match somebody/something → to look good together or be the same as something
- a thief (plural: thieves) → a person who steals things
- tricky → difficult or not easy
- necessarily → it must happen; it is needed
- to lead from the table → to take someone away from the table (like in a game or meal)
- to have access → to be able to use or reach something
- to distract → to take someone’s attention away from something
16. September 2025
🥸🥳Detective stories – solve the case (A1+, story 1)🥳🥸
The Missing Necklace

It is Monday morning. Detective Kim is in her office. Suddenly, Mrs. Lee comes in.

“My necklace is gone!” she says. “It was on the table in my living room.”

Detective Kim asks some questions.

“Who was in your house yesterday?”
Mrs. Lee thinks. “My son, my daughter, and the neighbor came.”

Detective Kim goes to the house. She sees three people:
- The son says, “I was in my room all day.” He looks nervous.
- The daughter says, “I helped my mother in the kitchen.” She smiles.
- The neighbor says, “I was reading in the garden.” She looks calm.
Detective Kim looks at the table. She sees:
- A cup of tea.
- A small footprint.
- A pen.
Detective Kim asks, “Who is the necklace for?”
Mrs. Lee says, “It is very small. Only a woman can wear it.”

Detective Kim thinks. She asks one question again: “Who wears shoes in the house?”
- The son always wears shoes.
- The daughter does not wear shoes.
- The neighbor wears shoes.
Detective Kim smiles. She knows who took the necklace.

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Vocabulary:
- A purse – a small bag for money, keys, and small things.
- To get a call – someone phones you.
- A cleaner (person) – a person who cleans houses or rooms.
- To look calm – to not show worry or fear; to look relaxed.
- To drink (past: drank) tea – to take tea into your mouth and swallow [to make food or drink go down your throat into your stomach] it.
- To smile – to make your mouth curve up because you are happy.
- To look busy – to look like you are working or doing something important.
- A pen – a small thing to write with.
- A scarf – a long cloth to wear around the neck.
- To wear rings – to have rings on your fingers.
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Solve the case:

The thief is the daughter.

Detective Hana thinks carefully:
1. The sofa is in the living room. The daughter says, “I was reading in the living room.” This is the same place as the purse. She had the opportunity.
2. The friend is in the kitchen. She drinks tea. She is far from the sofa. She cannot take the purse easily.
3. The cleaner cleans the bathroom and kitchen. She does not touch the living room much.
4. The pen is on the floor. The daughter writes sometimes. The friend and cleaner do not write. This is a clue that the daughter was near the sofa.
5. The rings: Only women wear rings. The cleaner does not wear rings, so she is less likely to take something from Mrs. Park, who is a woman.
6. The daughter looks calm. But sometimes, when people are nervous, they try to look calm.
All the clues together show:
- The daughter was near the purse.
- She can write, like the pen clue.
- She wears rings, like Mrs. Park mentioned.
- The other people cannot reach or do not match the clues.
Detective Hana asks the daughter again. She admits: “I took the purse. I wanted to see the phone. I am sorry.”

The case is solved. The purse goes back to Mrs. Park.

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Vocabulary:

an opportunity → a chance to do something

easily → without difficulty

to touch something → to put your hand on something

sometimes → not always, now and then

a clue → a sign or hint to help you understand

to be less likely to take something → to avoid taking something

calm → relaxed, not angry or worried

to match a clue → to be the same as the hint

to admit → to say that something is true
16. September 2025
🤓🌟In a shop – clothes and more (10, A1, beginner, pp 85-92, part 2/2 – stories)🌟🤓
– do part 1/2 FIRST => link

Story 1:

Salas is a customer in a town. Salas goes to a shop window. There is a T-shirt, jeans, a dress, a leather jacket, trainers, a sweater and socks. Salas likes clothes. Salas looks at everything.

Salas likes jeans. Jeans are blue trousers. Salas likes blue jeans. Salas does not like the yellow T-shirt. Salas chooses a blue T-shirt and a red sweater.

Salas goes to a changing room. Just a minute. The size is alright. Salas really likes the sweater and the jeans. Salas does not buy the yellow T-shirt.

Salas chooses the clothes and buys them. Everything is alright. Salas walks away. Salas is really happy.

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Vocabulary:
- a customer – a person who buys something
- a town – a place where people live
- a shop window – a window that shows things in a shop
- to choose – to pick what you like
- a changing room – a room to change clothes
- a size (S, M, L, XL) – how big clothes are
- really – very
- to buy – to pay for something and get it
- to be alright – to be OK / good
- to walk away – to go from a place
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True or false:
1. Salas goes to a shop window.
2. Jeans are blue trousers.
3. A sweater is for your feet.
4. Socks are clothes for your feet.
5. Trainers are for walking.
6. A changing room is outside the shop.
7. A customer buys clothes.
8. A key ring is for your feet.
9. A shop window is a window to show things.
10. Salas chooses a mobile phone.
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Answers:
1 T, 2 T, 3 F, 4 T, 5 F,
6 F, 7 T, 8 F, 9 T, 10 F

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Correct version:
1. Salas goes to a shop window. ✅
2. Jeans are blue trousers. ✅
3. A sweater is for your feet. ❌ True is: A sweater is for your body.
4. Socks are clothes for your feet. ✅
5. Trainers are for walking. ❌ True is: Trainers are shoes for sport.
6. A changing room is outside the shop. ❌ True is: A changing room is a room to change clothes.
7. A customer buys clothes. ✅
8. A key ring is for your feet. ❌ True is: A key ring holds your keys.
9. A shop window is a window to show things. ✅
10. Salas chooses a mobile phone. ❌ True is: Salas chooses a T-shirt.
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Answer:
1. Is Salas in a town or in a village [a small place where people live]?
2. Does Salas go to a shop window or a restaurant?
3. Does he choose a T-shirt or a magazine?
4. Are jeans blue or yellow?
5. Does he go to a changing room or a park?
6. Does he like a sweater or a key ring?
7. Are socks for your feet or for your hands?
8. Does a customer buy clothes or sleep in the shop?
9. Are trainers for sport or for sleeping?
10. Does Salas walk away happy or sad?
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Correct answers:
1. Salas is in a town.
2. Salas goes to a shop window.
3. Salas chooses a T-shirt.
4. Jeans are blue.
5. Salas goes to a changing room.
6. Salas likes a sweater.
7. Socks are for your feet.
8. A customer buys clothes.
9. Trainers are for sport.
10. Salas walks away happy.
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Story 2:

Tak is a girl. She likes clothes very much. Today, she goes shopping in the city. She wants a new T-shirt, a dress, and a sweater. First, she looks at the shop window. There is a leather jacket, a cap, and running shoes. She thinks, “This is really nice!”

Tak goes into the shop. A shop assistant helps her. She wants a sweater, socks, and trainers. She tries the sweater in the changing room. It is warm and in order.

Next, she looks at jeans, a laptop, and a guitar. She is interested in the jeans. Suddenly, she sees a key ring, a pencil case, and a magazine. She also likes a mobile phone and sweets in a tin.

Tak asks the price. The sweater is fifty pounds. She smiles. It is not expensive. Tak pays and walks away happily. She has everything she wants.

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Vocabulary:
- Key ring – a small thing to hold your keys.
- Pencil case – a bag for pens and pencils.
- To smile – to move your mouth like happy.
- Expensive – costs a lot of money.
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True or false:
1. Tak wants a new T-shirt, a dress, and a sweater.
2. Tak tries the jeans in the changing room.
3. The sweater costs fifty pounds.
4. Tak sees a key ring, a pencil case, and a magazine.
5. Tak pays and goes home happily.
6. Tak sees a leather jacket in the shop.
7. Tak smiles because the sweater is expensive.
8. Tak walks into the shop and asks for a mobile phone first.
9. A shop assistant helps Tak in the shop.
10. Tak finds sweets in a tin and likes them.
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Correct answers:
1 T, 2 F, 3 T, 4 T, 5 T,
6 T, 7 F, 8 F, 9 T, 10 T
1. Tak wants a new T-shirt, a dress, and a sweater.
2. Tak tries the jeans in the changing room. True is: Tak tries the sweater in the changing room.
3. The sweater costs fifty pounds.
4. Tak sees a key ring, a pencil case, and a magazine.
5. Tak pays and goes home happily.
6. Tak sees a leather jacket in the shop.
7. Tak smiles because the sweater is expensive. True is: Tak smiles because the sweater is not expensive.
8. Tak walks into the shop and asks for a mobile phone first. True is: Tak asks for clothes first.
9. A shop assistant helps Tak in the shop.
10. Tak finds sweets in a tin and likes them.
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Answer in complete sentences:
1. Does Tak want a T-shirt or jeans?
2. Does Tak try the sweater or the jeans in the changing room?
3. Does the sweater cost fifty pounds or one hundred pounds?
4. Does Tak see a key ring or a laptop in the shop?
5. Does Tak go home happily or sadly?
6. Does Tak see a leather jacket or a cap in the shop?
7. Does Tak smile because the sweater is expensive or not expensive?
8. Does Tak ask for clothes or a mobile phone first?
9. Does a shop assistant help Tak or ignore her?
10. Does Tak like sweets in a tin or a pencil case more?
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Answers:
1. Tak wants a T-shirt.
2. Tak tries the sweater in the changing room.
3. The sweater costs fifty pounds.
4. Tak sees a key ring in the shop.
5. Tak goes home happily.
6. Tak sees a leather jacket in the shop.
7. Tak smiles because the sweater is not expensive.
8. Tak asks for clothes first.
9. A shop assistant helps Tak.
10. Tak likes sweets in a tin.
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Story 3:

Oum goes shopping in the city with her mother. She wants a new T-shirt and jeans. The T-shirt is light and nice. The jeans are strong and blue. The price is fifty pounds. A shop assistant helps them.

Oum’s mother wants her to buy a blue dress. She thinks the dress is nice, but Oum does not like it at all. She looks at the shop window and sees many clothes: a leather jacket, a sweater, socks, a cap, trainers, and walking shoes. Oum tries on the jeans, the T-shirt, and the sweater in the changing room. She does not try the dress.

Finally, Oum buys the jeans, the T-shirt, and trainers. Her mother is a little sad, but Oum is happy. She thinks the clothes are really nice. They leave the shop. Oum is very satisfied with her new clothes.

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Vocabulary:
- to be nice – good, friendly, or pleasant
- to try on jeans – to put jeans on to see if they fit
- finally – at the end, after everything else
- to be sad – to feel unhappy
- to leave a shop – to go out of a shop
- to be satisfied – to feel happy with something you have or bought
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True or false:
1. Oum buys a blue dress in the shop.
2. Oum tries on a sweater in the changing room.
3. Her mother wants Oum to buy a dress.
4. Oum leaves the shop unhappy.
5. The T-shirt Oum likes is light.
6. Oum buys trainers.
7. Oum tries on jeans to see if they fit.
8. The shop assistant helps Oum.
9. Oum buys only socks.
10. Oum sees many clothes in the shop window.
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True: 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10

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Correct version:
1. Oum buys a blue dress in the shop. True is: Oum does not buy a blue dress.
2. Oum tries on a sweater in the changing room.
3. Her mother wants Oum to buy a dress.
4. Oum leaves the shop unhappy. True is: Oum leaves the shop happy.
5. The T-shirt Oum likes is light.
6. Oum buys trainers.
7. Oum tries on jeans to see if they fit.
8. The shop assistant helps Oum.
9. Oum buys only socks. True is: Oum buys jeans, a T-shirt, and trainers.
10. Oum sees many clothes in the shop window.
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Answer in complete sentneces:
1. Does Oum go shopping with her father or her mother?
2. Does Oum want a T-shirt or a dress?
3. Does Oum buy jeans or a skirt?
4. Does Oum like the blue dress or the sweater?
5. Does her mother want her to buy a dress or trainers?
6. Does Oum try on a T-shirt or a hat?
7. Does Oum buy trainers or only socks?
8. Does Oum leave the shop happy or sad?
9. Does a shop assistant help Oum or ignore her?
10. Does Oum see many clothes in the shop window or only one?
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Answers:
1. Oum goes shopping with her mother.
2. Oum wants a T-shirt.
3. Oum buys jeans.
4. Oum likes the sweater, not the blue dress.
5. Her mother wants her to buy a dress.
6. Oum tries on a T-shirt.
7. Oum buys trainers.
8. Oum leaves the shop happy.
9. A shop assistant helps Oum.
10. Oum sees many clothes in the shop window.
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16. September 2025