Share 8. Home and Neighborhood
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Can you describe your house? (How many rooms are there? Which room do you like most?)
My house has five rooms: a living room, a kitchen, two bedrooms, and a bathroom. I like my bedroom most because it’s quiet and comfortable.
What do you usually do in your living room? (Who do you spend time with there? What things are in it?)
In the living room I usually watch TV with my family. There is a big sofa, a table, and a TV.
Which room do you spend most time in at home? (What do you usually do there? Why do you like it?)
I spend most of my time in my bedroom. I do my homework, read books, and listen to music there.
What things are important in your kitchen? (Who uses them? What food do you usually eat there?)
The fridge and the stove are important in my kitchen. My mom uses them every day to cook rice, soup, and vegetables.
Do you have a favorite place near your home? (Where is it? What do you do there?)
Yes, my favorite place is the park near my home. I go there to play football and ride my bike.
Can you describe the street where you live? (What can you see there? Is it busy or quiet?)
My street has many small shops and trees. It is busy in the morning but quiet in the evening.
What shops are near your house? (What do people buy there? Do you often go there?)
Near my house there is a bakery, a supermarket, and a bookstore. I often go to the bakery to buy bread.
What do you like about your neighborhood? (Why do you like it? Who do you usually meet there?)
I like my neighborhood because people are friendly. I usually meet my neighbors in the morning when we go to school or work.
What things can children do in your neighborhood? (Where do they go? What games do they play?)
Children can play in the park. They often play football, hide and seek, and ride bicycles.
Do you think your neighborhood is safe? (Why or why not? What makes it safe?)
Yes, my neighborhood is safe because people know each other, and there are always lights in the street at night.
What is the noisiest place near your home? (When is it noisy? Why?)
The market near my home is the noisiest place. It is noisy in the morning when many people go shopping.
Have you ever moved to another house? (When was it? How did you feel?)
Yes, we moved to our new house two years ago. At first, I felt strange, but now I like it a lot.
What do you usually see from your window at home? (When do you look outside? What do you notice most?)
From my window I can see the street and children playing. I often look outside in the evening.
What is your favorite piece of furniture at home? (Why do you like it? Who uses it most?)
My favorite piece of furniture is my bed because it is comfortable. I use it every day when I sleep or read.
Do you prefer living in a house or in a flat? (Why? Can you give an example?)
I prefer living in a house because it is bigger and has more space. For example, we can have a garden.
What changes would you like in your neighborhood? (Why? How would they help people?)
I would like to have more trees because they make the air fresh and give us more shade in summer.
