Home, House, House Chores — A2–B1

Active Vocabulary & Grammar

Core vocabulary and grammar examples are taken from the supplied texts and communicative situations.

Rooms & Home

apartment / flat

bedroom

living room

kitchen

bathroom

dining room

study

balcony

garden

garage

roof

shed

yard

House Chores

sweep the floor

mop the floor

vacuum the carpet

dust the furniture

wash the dishes

tidy up

iron clothes

wipe down the counters

set the table

dispose of rubbish

pack

Types of Homes

bungalow

cottage

terraced house

semi-detached house

detached house

mansion

Present Simple

Lucas lives in an apartment. He sweeps the floor and washes the dishes.

Present Progressive

Tom's wife is vacuuming the carpet now.

Past Simple

Tom swept the floor yesterday and washed the dishes afterwards.

Future Simple

I'll get the plates and cutlery. I'll bring the blankets and drinks.

There is / There are

There is always something to do. There is dust on the shelves.

Reading & Language Practice

The Apartment of Lucas

A2–B1

Lucas lives in an apartment with his family. Their apartment has five rooms: a bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, a bathroom and a dining room. They also have a balcony where they like to relax and a small garden where they grow flowers and vegetables.

Every day, Lucas helps his mother with the house chores. He sweeps the floor, mops it and vacuums the carpets. He also dusts the furniture and washes the dishes after meals. His father takes care of the garage and the roof.

On weekends, they tidy up the apartment together. They make sure everything is in its place and clean. Sometimes, they also iron their clothes for the week ahead.

Lucas loves cooking, so he often helps his mother in the kitchen. He likes making pizza and pasta. After dinner, they usually watch TV in the living room or play board games in the dining room.

Lucas is happy to help his family with the house chores. It makes him feel responsible and helpful.

Task 1 — Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the words from the text.

Word bank: dining room, vacuums, iron, tidy, garden, balcony, garage, dusts, sweeps, apartment, cooking, living room (2), chores, washes, bedroom, kitchen

Lucas lives in an _____(1) with his family. Their apartment has five rooms: a _____(2), a _____(3), a kitchen, a bathroom and a dining room. They also have a _____(4) where they like to relax and a small _____(5) where they grow flowers and vegetables.

Every day, Lucas helps his mother with the house _____(6). He _____(7) the floor, mops it and _____(8) the carpets. He also _____(9) the furniture and _____(10) the dishes after meals. His father takes care of the _____(11) and the roof.

On weekends, they _____(12) up the apartment together. They make sure everything is in its place and clean. Sometimes, they also _____(13) their clothes for the week ahead.

Lucas loves _____(14), so he often helps his mother in the _____(15). He likes making pizza and pasta. After dinner, they usually watch TV in the _____(16) or play board games in the _____(17).

Lucas is happy to help his family with the house chores. It makes him feel responsible and helpful.

Task 2 — Multiple Choice

Choose the correct answer.

1

Where does Lucas live?

AIn a house

BIn an apartment

CIn a mansion

DIn a tent

2

How many rooms does Lucas's apartment have?

ATwo

BThree

CFour

DFive

3

What are the five rooms in Lucas's apartment?

AA bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, a bathroom and a dining room

BA bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, a garage and a dining room

CA bedroom, a living room, a bathroom, a garden and a dining room

DA bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, a balcony and a dining room

4

What does Lucas do to help his mother with the house chores?

AHe takes care of the garage and the roof

BHe sweeps the floor, mops it and vacuums the carpets

CHe dusts the furniture and washes the dishes after meals

DBoth b and c

5

Who takes care of the garage and the roof?

ALucas' mother

BLucas' father

CLucas' sister

DLucas himself

6

What do Lucas and his family do on weekends?

AThey go out for dinner

BThey tidy up the apartment together

CThey watch TV in the living room

DThey play board games in the dining room

7

What does Lucas like to do in the kitchen?

AHe likes making pizza and pasta

BHe likes washing the dishes

CHe likes cleaning the kitchen

DHe likes baking cakes

8

What do Lucas and his family do after dinner?

AThey go for a walk

BThey watch TV in the living room

CThey play board games in the dining room

DBoth b and c

9

Why does helping his family with the house chores make Lucas happy?

AIt makes him feel responsible and helpful

BIt makes him feel bored

CIt makes him feel tired

DIt makes him feel angry

10

What do Lucas and his family grow in their small garden?

AFlowers and vegetables

BFruits and vegetables

CFlowers and herbs

DTrees and bushes

Task 3 — Reading Questions

Answer the questions.

1

What are the five rooms in Lucas's apartment?

2

Does Lucas have a garden? What does he grow there?

3

What house chores does Lucas help his mother with every day?

4

Who takes care of the garage and the roof in Lucas's family?

5

What do they do on weekends to tidy up the apartment?

6

What is Lucas's favorite activity in the kitchen?

7

What do they usually do after dinner?

8

How does helping his family with the house chores make Lucas feel?

A New Flat

A2–B1

Liam

Hey, mate. How's your new flat?

Tom

It's great! We've got a nice living room and balcony with a view of the garden.

Liam

Sounds good. What about the bedroom? Have you got enough space in there?

Tom

Yeah, it's big enough for us. And we've also got an extra room which we're going to use as a study.

Liam

Nice one. Who's doing the house chores at yours?

Tom

We take turns. I swept the floor yesterday, and my wife is vacuuming the carpet now.

Liam

Did you wash the dishes afterwards?

Tom

Yes, I did, and wiped down the counters. We still need to tidy up the dining room though. Clothes everywhere.

Liam

There is always something to do when you've got a place of your own. Do you have a garage or shed for storage?

Tom

Unfortunately, no. But we have some shelves on the balcony for extra space.

Liam

Smart thinking. And what about rubbish? Is there somewhere nearby for you to dispose of it?

Tom

Yeah, just a few minutes' walk away from our flat.

Liam

Good stuff. I'm glad everything's working out for you in your new home!

Tom

Thanks!

Task 1 — Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the words from the text.

Word bank: view, vacuuming, chores, swept, enough, study, bedroom, rubbish, dispose, dining room, extra, flat, garage, space, shed, balcony, wash

Liam: Hey, mate. How's your new flat?

Tom: It's great! We've got a nice living room and _____(1) with a _____(2) of the garden.

Liam: Sounds good. What about the _____(3)? Have you got enough _____(4) in there?

Tom: Yeah, it's big _____(5) for us. And we've also got an _____(6) room which we're going to use as a _____(7).

Liam: Nice one. Who's doing the house _____(8) at yours?

Tom: We take turns. I _____(9) the floor yesterday, and my wife is _____(10) the carpet now.

Liam: Did you _____(11) the dishes afterwards?

Tom: Yes, I did, and wiped down the counters. We still need to tidy up the _____(12) though. Clothes everywhere.

Liam: There is always something to do when you've got a place of your own. Do you have a _____(13) or _____(14) for storage?

Tom: Unfortunately, no. But we have some shelves on the balcony for extra space.

Liam: Smart thinking. And what about _____(15)? Is there somewhere nearby for you to _____(16) of it?

Tom: Yeah, just a few minutes' walk away from our _____(17).

Liam: Good stuff. I'm glad everything's working out for you in your new home!

Tom: Thanks!

Task 2 — Multiple Choice

Choose the correct answer.

1

What is Liam's question to Tom about?

ATom's new job

BTom's new car

CTom's new flat

DTom's new pet

2

What does Tom say about the living room and balcony of his new flat?

AThey are small and cramped.

BThey have a view of the garden.

CThey are messy and need cleaning.

DThere is no furniture there yet.

3

What is the extra room in Tom's flat going to be used for?

AAs a storage room

BAs a guest room

CAs a study

DAs a gym

4

How do Tom and his wife divide the house chores?

AThey hire a cleaner.

BThey take turns doing different chores.

CThey don't do any chores.

DTom does all the chores.

5

What did Tom do yesterday as part of the house chores?

AHe vacuumed the carpet.

BHe swept the floor.

CHe washed the dishes.

DHe tidied up the dining room.

6

What does Tom say about the dining room?

AIt is clean and tidy.

BIt needs to be vacuumed.

CClothes are everywhere.

DIt is being used as a study.

7

Does Tom have a garage or shed for storage?

AYes, he does.

BNo, he doesn't.

CHe is not sure.

DThe text doesn't say.

8

How does Tom manage to have extra storage space?

AHe has a storage unit.

BHe has some shelves on the balcony.

CHe throws away some of his belongings.

DHe sells some of his belongings.

9

Where is the nearest place for Tom to dispose of rubbish?

AIn his flat.

BIn a nearby park.

CA few minutes' walk away from his flat.

DThe text doesn't say.

10

What does Tom say about his new home?

AHe doesn't like it.

BHe is unsure about it.

CHe thinks it's great.

DThe text doesn't say.

Task 3 — Reading Questions

Answer the questions.

1

What does Tom like about his new flat?

2

Does Tom have enough space in the bedroom?

3

What is the extra room going to be used for?

4

How do Tom and his wife divide the house chores? What did Tom do yesterday, and what is his wife doing now?

5

Did Tom wash the dishes after sweeping the floor?

6

Is there a garage or shed for storage at Tom's place?

7

Where are the shelves for extra space?

8

Is there somewhere nearby for Tom to dispose of rubbish?

Communicative Situations

Short model exchanges for pair speaking and vocabulary practice.

Sarah: "Hey Jack, can you help me clean the room?"

Jack: "Sure, what do you want me to do?"

Emily: "I love the decorations in your bedroom, it looks so cozy."

Sophie: "Thank you, I spent a lot of time picking everything out."

Tom: "Let's watch a movie in the living room."

Emma: "Sounds great, which one do you want to watch?"

Ben: "I'm hungry, what's in the kitchen?"

Lily: "We have some leftover pizza from yesterday, do you want some?"

Max: "I need to use the bathroom, is it okay?"

Olivia: "Of course, it's just down the hall on your left."

Ava: "We're having dinner in the dining room tonight, can you help set the table?"

Josh: "Sure, I'll get the plates and cutlery."

Sophie: "Let's have a picnic in the garden this weekend."

Mike: "That sounds lovely, I'll bring the blankets and drinks."

Oliver: "It's such a nice day, let's have breakfast on the balcony."

Emily: "Great idea, I'll make some coffee."

Lucy: "I need to get my bike from the garage, can you help me?"

Sam: "Sure, let's go get it together."

Harry: "Let's go up to the roof terrace and enjoy the sunset."

Mia: "That sounds amazing, let's bring some snacks."

Molly: "I need to sweep the floor, can you hand me the broom?"

Sophie: "Sure, here you go."

Jake: "I spilled some juice, can you help me mop it up?"

Hannah: "Of course, let me get the mop and bucket."

Liam: "The carpet is getting dusty, let's vacuum it."

Emma: "Good idea, I'll get the vacuum cleaner."

Rose: "There is dust on the shelves, can you help me dust them?"

Alex: "Sure, I'll get the duster."

Ella: "I need to wash the dishes, can you dry them?"

Tom: "No problem, I'll grab a towel."

Sophie: "I need to iron my shirt, can you help me?"

Ben: "Sure, let me get the iron and ironing board."

Aiden: "Let's have a barbecue in the yard this weekend."

Sophia: "Great idea, I'll make some salads."

Jack: "I'm moving to a new flat next week, can you help me pack?"

Lily: "Of course, let's start with the kitchen first."

Listening / Video

Video 1 — Homes in Britain

Watch the video and answer the questions.

Open video

Video 1 — Homes in Britain

Answer the questions.

1

What are some typical British homes?

2

What are some unusual British homes?

3

How do most British people live?

4

What are the different types of houses in Britain?

5

What is the Robertson family's house like inside?

6

What is the purpose of the living room/sitting room?

7

What is a typical British kitchen like?

8

What is the purpose of the dining room?

9

What are some common features of British bedrooms?

10

What are some popular pets in Britain?

Discussion Questions

1

Do you have a favorite room in your home? Which one is it?

2

How often do you sweep the floors in your house?

3

What's your least favorite chore to do at home?

4

Do you prefer cooking or ordering takeout?

5

Do you ever iron clothes?

6

Is there a balcony in your apartment or house?

7

Do you have a garden or yard outside of your home?

8

How often do you tidy up your living space?

9

Can you describe your bedroom to me?

10

What's your favorite thing about your flat/house?

Creative Writing

Added to match the lesson metadata, which includes writing but supplied no dedicated writing task.

1

Describe your home. Include the rooms, furniture, balcony, garden, garage, or other spaces you have.

2

Write about the house chores you usually do during the week. Use the Present Simple.

3

Imagine your family is cleaning the house now. Describe what each person is doing. Use the Present Progressive.

4

Write about the chores you did yesterday or last weekend. Use the Past Simple.

5

Write a short plan for next weekend at home. Use the Future Simple with will at least four times.

6

Compare living in a flat with living in a house. Which do you prefer, and why?