Spotlight 9 2b

Additional tasks for Spotlight 9 Module 2b

Target Vocabulary

Part 1

1. to get off the phone /tə ɡɛt ɒf ðə fəʊn/ — не отрываться от телефона. 

2. to take things without asking /tə teɪk θɪŋz wɪˈðaʊt ˈɑːskɪŋ/ — брать вещи без спроса. 

3. to help around the house /tə hɛlp əˈraʊnd ðə haʊs/ — помогать по дому. 

4. to switch the lights off /tə swɪtʃ ðə laɪts ɒf/ — выключать свет. 

5. to leave things everywhere /tə liːv θɪŋz ˈɛvriwɛə/ — оставлять вещи повсюду. 

6. to tidy up /tə ˈtaɪdi ʌp/ — убирать. 

7. to play loud music /tə pleɪ laʊd ˈmjuːzɪk/ — играть громкую музыку. 

8. stay out late /tə lɛt mi steɪ aʊt leɪt/ — задерживаться допоздна. 

9. to help me with my homework /tə hɛlp mi wɪð maɪ ˈhəʊmˌwɜːk/ — помогать мне с домашним заданием. 

Part 2

1.      You drive me crazy/get on my nerves — Ты сводишь меня с ума/действуешь мне на нервы

2.      I can't stand it when you... — Я не выношу, когда ты...

3.      - I won't do it again. — Я больше не буду этого делать.

4.      I am (very) sorry. — Мне (очень) жаль.

5.      Please forgive me. — Пожалуйста, прости меня.

6.      I didn't mean to... — Я не хотел(а)...

7.      I apologise./ I do apologise. — Я извиняюсь./ Я очень извиняюсь.

Part 3

1. As safe as houses — Так же безопасно, как дома (очень безопасно).

2. A home from home — Дом вдали от дома (место, где чувствуешь себя как дома).

3. Home and dry — Дома и в безопасности (успешно завершить что-то).

4. Get on like a house on fire —очень хорошо ладить

A.   Guess the words from “target vocabulary” by the definitions. Part 1

1. To stop talking on the phone and hang up.

2. To take something that belongs to someone else without permission.

3. To turn off the lights so that it is dark.

4. To put items in different places instead of keeping them in one spot.

5. To allow me to be outside or away from home for a longer time than usual.

6. To assist me in completing my school assignments.

B.   Fill in the blanks. Part 1

tidy up, help, stay out, to take things, to help, to switch, to play

1. It is not polite _______________(1) without asking, so please ask first.

2. My parents always appreciate when I _______________(2) around the house during the weekends.

3. Remember _______________(3) the lights off before you leave the room every time.

4. I will _______________(4) my room this weekend and make it look nice again.

5. My neighbor loves _______________(5) loud music at night, which bothers everyone nearby.

6. My mom agreed to let me _______________(6) late for the concert with my friends.

7. I often ask my sister _______________(7) me with my homework when I feel confused.

C.    

D.   Match the numbers 1-8 with the letters A-H to create logical replies. Part 2,3

1.         You drive me crazy when you keep playing that loud music at night. 

2.         Please forgive me for missing your birthday party. 

3.         I didn't mean to spill juice on your book. 

4.         I do apologise for being late to the meeting. 

5.         I feel really comfortable in this neighborhood; it feels as safe as houses. 

6.         This coffee shop has become a home from home for me. 

7.         After finishing the presentation, I felt like we were home and dry. 

8.         Ever since we started working together, we get on like a house on fire. 

A.    No worries, accidents happen! 

B.     Absolutely! I think we nailed it! 

C.     That’s alright, I’m just glad you made it.

D.    Yeah, I love it here too! It’s so peaceful. 

E.     I’m sorry, I didn’t realize it was bothering you. 

F.      I understand, things happen. Let’s celebrate soon! 

G.    I know, right? It’s so easy to collaborate with you!

H.    I can see why! The atmosphere is so cozy and inviting. 

E.   Use the script to justify your answers from exercise 10 on page 29 of the Student's Book (SB), then read and answer some questions.

Jane: Do you want to go to the cinema tonight, Pam? Pam: I'd love to, Jane, but I can't. I haven't got any  money.

Jane: Have you spent all your pocket money already? Pam: I don't get that much - only £5 a week. How much do you get?

Jane: I get £10 a week but I have to earn it.

Pam: What do you mean?

Jane: Well, I make my bed every day and I tidy my room. I wash the dishes every day and I iron my own clothes, too.

Pam: Wow! That's a lot of housework. My mum does everything in my house.

Jane: Your poor mum! Doesn't she work part-time in a shop, too?

Pam: Yes, but she seems to manage.

Jane: You should offer to do chores for more pocket money. Then you'll have extra cash and your mum can  have a rest.

Pam: You're right. I'll start right now so we can go out later. I'll offer to do the dishes and help with the laundry and I'll call you as soon as I finish.

Jane: OK. I'll wait for your call.

1. Based on the conversation, what is the main reason Pam cannot go to the cinema with Jane?

A. Pam's mom doesn't allow her to go out.

B. Pam doesn't have enough money for the cinema tickets.

C. Pam has too much homework to do.

D. Pam doesn't feel like going to the cinema.

2. How much pocket money does Jane receive per week?

A. £3

B. £5

C. £7

D. £10

3. What chores does Jane have to do to earn her weekly pocket money?

A. Make her bed and tidy her room

B. Wash the dishes and do the laundry

C. Make her bed, tidy her room, wash the dishes, and iron her clothes

D. Help with the household chores on the weekends

4. What is Pam's mom's situation regarding her job and household responsibilities?

A. Pam's mom works part-time in a shop and does all the household chores.

B. Pam's mom doesn't work and solely focuses on the household chores.

C. Pam's mom works part-time and Pam helps with some household chores.

D. Pam's mom doesn't work, and Pam does all the household chores.

5. What is Jane's suggestion to Pam for getting more pocket money?

A. Pam should ask her mom for a raise in her allowance.

B. Pam should find a part-time job to earn extra money.

C. Pam should offer to do more chores around the house.

D. Pam should save her current pocket money instead of spending it.

6. What will Pam do to go out with Jane later?

A. Pam will call Jane as soon as she finishes her chores.

B. Pam will borrow money from her friends.

C. Pam will ask her mom for more pocket money.

D. Pam will do extra chores to earn more money.

F.    Answer the questions.

1. How many people are there in your family?

2. Do you have any siblings? If yes, how many?

3. What do you like to do with your family on weekends?

4. What do you like to do with your family on weekends?

5. What is your favorite family tradition?

6. Who cooks the meals in your family?

7. Do you help with household chores at home? Which ones?

8. Do you help with cleaning the house? How often?

9. How do you feel about doing chores with your family?

10. What is something special you appreciate about your family?

Answers

Additional tasks for Spotlight 9 Module 2b

A.    Guess the words from “target vocabulary” by the definitions. Part 1

1. to get off the phone — To stop talking on the phone and hang up.

2. to take things without asking — To take something that belongs to someone else without permission.

3. to switch the lights off — To turn off the lights so that it is dark.

4. to leave things everywhere — To put items in different places instead of keeping them in one spot.

5. to let me stay out late — To allow me to be outside or away from home for a longer time than usual.

6. to help me with my homework — To assist me in completing my school assignments.

B.     Fill in the blanks. Part 1

1. to take things

2. help

3. to switch

4. tidy up

5. to play

6. stay out

7. to help

C.    Match the numbers 1-8 with the letters A-H to create logical replies. Part 2,3

1.      You drive me crazy when you keep playing that loud music at night. 

I’m sorry, I didn’t realize it was bothering you.  (E)

2.      Please forgive me for missing your birthday party. 

I understand, things happen. Let’s celebrate soon!  (F)

3.      I didn't mean to spill juice on your book. 

No worries, accidents happen!  (A)

4.      I do apologise for being late to the meeting. 

That’s alright, I’m just glad you made it. (C)

5.      I feel really comfortable in this neighborhood; it feels as safe as houses. 

Yeah, I love it here too! It’s so peaceful.  (D)

6.      This coffee shop has become a home from home for me. 

I can see why! The atmosphere is so cozy and inviting.  (H)

7.      After finishing the presentation, I felt like we were home and dry. 

Absolutely! I think we nailed it!  (G)

8.      Ever since we started working together, we get on like a house on fire. 

I know, right? It’s so easy to collaborate with you! (G)

D.    Use the script to justify your answers from exercise 10 on page 29 of the Student's Book (SB), then read and answer some questions

1. B

2. D

3. C

4. A

5. C

6. D

E.     Answer the questions.

Students’ answers