Lesson 1 - Homes PDF

Level 4 – Lesson 1 Homes ‫حقق المستحيل مع تفاصيل‬ [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 Lesson 1: A Place to Live Objectives: At the end of this lesson, students will be able to: Clearly express your requirements to real estate...

Level 4 – Lesson 1 Homes ‫حقق المستحيل مع تفاصيل‬ [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 Lesson 1: A Place to Live Objectives: At the end of this lesson, students will be able to: Clearly express your requirements to real estate agents, landlords, or property managers. Assess different housing options based on location, amenities, and costs. Use objective and reflexive pronouns correctly in your sentences, enhancing your grammar and communication skills. [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 SECTION 1: Vocabulary Budget: a financial plan that outlines expected income and expenditures over a specified period. Moving Company: A business that helps transport belongings. Realtor/Agent: A person who helps you buy, sell, or rent properties. Listing: A property that is available for sale or rent. Down Payment: Initial payment made when buying a home. Apartment: A rental unit in a building. Condo/Condominium: Individually owned units within a building. [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 Townhouse: A multi-floor home that shares one or two walls with adjacent properties. Suburbs: Residential areas on the outskirts of a city. Downtown: The central part of a city. Commute: The journey from home to work or school. Amenities: Features that provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment (e.g., gym, pool). Utilities: Essential services such as water, electricity, gas, and internet. Maintenance: Upkeep of the property. Property Management: Company or person responsible for managing rental properties. Packing: Placing items into boxes for transport. Unpacking: Removing items from boxes after moving. Forwarding Address: A new address to which mail should be sent [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 SECTION 2: Language When searching for and moving to a new place use these expressions: I am looking for a place to rent/buy. We have several properties available for rent/buy in various neighborhoods. Could you please specify your budget? How much is the rent? The rent for this apartment is $1,200 per month. What is included in the rent? The rent includes water and trash services, but electricity and internet are separate. Are pets allowed? Yes, pets are allowed. [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 What utilities are included? The rent includes water, sewer, and trash collection. Tenants are responsible for electricity, gas, and internet. When is the move-in date? The property is available for immediate move-in. We can schedule the move-in date as soon as the security deposit is paid. Is there a parking space available? Yes, there is one assigned parking space included with the apartment. [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 SECTION 3: Grammar – Objective and Reflexive Pronouns Reflexive Pronouns || Quiz (youtube.com) [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 SECTION 4: Activities and Exercises Exercise 1: Fill in the blanks with the correct objective pronoun. Can you help -------------- (I/me) with this problem? She invited -------------- (we/us) to her party. I saw -------------- (they/them) at the concert. Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks with the correct reflexive pronoun. He hurt -------------- (him/himself) while playing football. We prepared the presentation -------------- (ourselves/ourself). Did you enjoy -------------- (yourself/yourselves) at the event? [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 Exercise 3: Fill in the blanks in the conversation using appropriate expressions. A: "Hello, I'm looking for a place to rent. Can you help me?" B: "Of course! What is your budget, and what type of --------- are you looking for?" A: "I'm looking for a two-bedroom --------- in the city center. How much is the ---------?" B: "The rent is $1,200 per month. What --------- are you looking for in the apartment?" A: "I need a place with parking and a laundry facility. --------- I schedule a tour of the property?" B: "Absolutely. Are you available this Saturday at 2 PM?" A: "Yes, that works for me. Also, is there a --------- deposit required?" B: "Yes, there is a deposit of one month's rent. --------- pets allowed in the apartment?" A: "Yes, we allow pets, but there is an additional pet deposit. How long is the --------- term?" B: "The standard lease term is 12 months. --------- is the move-in date?" A: "The apartment is available for immediate move-in. We look forward to showing it to you.“ [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 Exercise 4: True (T) or False (F). A lease is a sum of money paid upfront when buying a home. (True / False) Utilities include services such as water, electricity, and internet. (True / False) Amenities are essential services like electricity and gas. (True / False) The commute is the journey from home to work or school. (True / False) [email protected] +966 55 914 6666 Thank you [email protected] +966 55 914 6666