INTRODUCE
When looking for a property to buy or rent, it is helpful to read real estate ads.
PRESENT
STEP A EXPRESSIONS
I. Go over the expressions with your tutor.
1. To need some TLC (Tender Loving Care) means that a property is in need of some repair.
Our house is old and needs some TLC.
2. Fully refurbished means that a property is in good condition again after repairs were made to it.
They’re selling their fully refurbished house.
3. To overlook something means to have a view of something from above.
My wife and I want to rent a place that overlooks a park.
II. What kind of house would you like to buy? Use the expressions above.
STEP B PRONUNCIATION
| Phrase | Example |
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TLC / ti-yel-si / |
Her apartment needs some / ti-yel-si /. |
UNDERSTAND
READING
Mami and Kenta are looking for an apartment to rent long-term. Mami is reading a real estate ad about a place in a nearby neighborhood.
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Beautiful studio flat in Central London
You’ll love this charming, fully refurbished studio flat that overlooks the historic River Thames. This bright and spacious one-bedroom flat is the perfect place to relax. You’ll also love the great neighborhood and the convenience of your own street parking space.
Situated on the high street, the flat is within walking distance to many shops, bars, and restaurants. It also offers easy access to the train station, hospital, and school.
This property will be yours if you act now! Hurry! Don’t let this one get away!
TRIVIA
Did you know that phrases like 2LDK and one room are actually Japanese English? In English, studio apartment/flat is the correct term for one room, and instead of using abbreviations like 2LDK, people generally just list what rooms there are.
X It’s a 2LDK.
O It has a living room, dining room, kitchen, and two bedrooms.
PRACTICE
STEP A EXERCISE
Match the sentences on the left to the pictures on the right.
1. The house overlooks the city.
2. The house needs some TLC.
3. The house is fully refurbished. |
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STEP B EXERCISE
Complete the conversations using the pictures and the expressions in the box. The form of some expressions may need to be changed.
ex.
Tutor: Is the house fully refurbished?
Student: No, it needs some TLC.
1.
Tutor: Does the house need some TLC?
Student: __________.
2.
Tutor: Does the place overlook the city?
Student: __________.
3.
Tutor: Is the house fully refurbished?
Student: __________.
CHALLENGE
Challenge 1
You are currently living in Liverpool. Your cousin is moving to Liverpool with two friends for an internship, so you’re helping them find an apartment to rent. Read an online real estate ad, then tell your cousin about it.
Today's Expressions
- need some TLC
- overlook something
- fully refurbished
3-bedroom flat in Liverpool
Listing ID #: 123654
Price: £550/month
Come see this fair priced, three-bedroom flat in a residential area in Liverpool. While it needs some TLC, it has lots of potential.
It has three bedrooms with dressing rooms, two bathrooms and a separate dining room. The open plan kitchen is in need of repairs but is very spacious.
The property is close to several local universities and hospitals as well as a large number of shops and restaurants.
For inquiries, call 001-789-456.
Challenge 2
Discuss your ideas.
If TimeAllows
1 REAL ESTATE ADS |
2 BUYING/RENTING PROPERTY |
3 YOUR IDEAL HOME |
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1 REAL ESTATE ADS
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2BUYING/RENTING PROPERTY
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3YOUR IDEAL HOME
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FEEDBACK
I can read and understand a real estate ad.
LESSON GOAL ACHIEVEMENT
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4
Very GoodCould complete the task with ease
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3
GoodCould complete the task with some clarifications
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2
FairCould complete the task with additional instructions
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1
PoorCould somehow complete the task with difficulty
PERSONALIZED FEEDBACK
- RANGE
the ability to use a wide variety of vocabulary - ACCURACY
the ability to speak correctly - FLUENCY
the ability to speak smoothly without pauses or fillers - INTERACTION
the ability to manage a conversation
