Типовые выражения (обсуждайте, заучивайте и подставляйте свои данные):
| I usually wash the clothes on Sundays and dry them on the clothes line with clothes pins. |
| She has just swept the kitchen floor with a broom and now she’s mopping it with a mop and cleaning products. |
| We used to clean the house together every Saturday, but now I do it alone. |
| He was wiping the windows with a rag when the bulb in the hallway blew out. |
| They have already taken out the trash bag and put a new one in the trash can. |
| My mom always irons shirts on the ironing board after using fabric softener in the washing machine. |
| I can’t stand dusting shelves — I prefer using the vacuum cleaner or a feather duster. |
| Last weekend, we scrubbed the bathroom with a scrub brush, bleach, and a spray bottle. |
| Don’t forget to wipe the tap after washing your hands — it leaves water spots! |
| The pipe under the sink leaked yesterday, so I used the plunger and checked the tool box for a wrench. |
| He climbed the ladder with a torch to change the bulb near the furnace. |
| We were cleaning the garage when we found an old gas bottle and a broken hanger. |
| I have never used a dryer — I always dry my clothes outside or on a hanger indoors. |
| She will bleach the white towels tomorrow and wash them with extra detergent. |
| After sweeping the floor, don’t forget to use the dustpan to collect all the dirt! |
Task: Correct the Mistake
Вот 5 предложений с ошибками (грамматика, логика или использование слов). Найди и исправь их:
They washed the clothes with fabric softener only — no detergent.
I mop the floor with a broom every morning.
She dry her clothes in the washing machine.
We used a plunger to dust the shelves.
He changed the bulb using a trash bag.
Task: Weekly Routine Diary
Напиши короткий дневник уборки на неделю (7 предложений — по одному на каждый день), используя минимум 10 разных слов из списка. Например:
On Monday, I swept the kitchen floor and took out the trash bag.
Справочник английской грамматики
Типовые вопросы:
| Do you usually wash the clothes by hand or in a washing machine? |
| How often do you dust your furniture? |
| Have you ever fixed a leaking pipe or called a plumber? |
| What cleaning products do you use to mop the floor? |
| Who in your family does the ironing? |
| Did you clean your room yesterday? |
| Would you rather sweep with a broom or use a vacuum cleaner? |
| What do you keep in your tool box at home? |
| Have you ever used bleach to clean something? |
| Where do you hang your clothes to dry? |
| Can you change a light bulb safely? |
| Do you prefer using rags or paper towels for wiping surfaces? |
| What’s the most annoying housework chore for you? |
| Have you ever climbed a ladder to fix something at home? |
| Do you separate your laundry before washing it? |
Task: Interview Yourself
Выбери 7 вопросов из списка и запиши на них честные и развернутые ответы (по 2–3 предложения). Используй разные времена (Present Simple, Past Simple, Present Perfect, Future).
Task: Question Builder
Из данных слов составь 5 грамматически правильных вопросов о домашних делах, которых нет в списке. Используй слова: ladder, torch, furnace, bucket, iron.
Пример: Why do you need a torch when cleaning the furnace?
Как часто вы делаете уборку дома; какие инструменты/приборы вы используете; есть ли у вас utility room или где вы храните инструменты и другие хозяйственные вещи:
Вопросы для обсуждения:
— Should children help with housework? At what age should they start?
— is it better to do housework alone or with someone else? Why?
— How has technology (like washing machines or robot vacuums) changed the way we clean?
— What’s one cleaning task you absolutely hate — and why?
— Do you think keeping a very clean house is more important than having a relaxed, “lived-in” space?
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The Hidden Art of Housework
Most people see housework as boring — washing, sweeping, dusting, repeating. But look closer, and you’ll find rhythm, care, and even creativity in these everyday tasks.
Every washing machine cycle is a small act of renewal. Hanging clothes on a clothes line with clothes pins connects us to generations before us. Sweeping with a broom and collecting dust in a dustpan might seem old-fashioned, but it’s quiet, effective, and screen-free.
Modern tools help: a vacuum cleaner saves time, a spray bottle with homemade cleaning products is eco-friendly, and a good scrub brush can bring a dirty tap back to life. Even small things matter — using fabric softener makes towels feel cozy, and a well-placed feather duster keeps shelves looking fresh without water.
Sometimes, housework becomes problem-solving: unclogging a sink with a plunger, changing a bulb with a ladder and a torch, or checking the furnace before winter. That’s when your tool box and a calm mind become your best allies.
And let’s not forget the laundry basket — the silent hero that carries dirty socks, muddy shirts, and wrinkled dreams to be washed, dried, and folded again.
Housework isn’t glamorous, but it’s essential. And in a clean, orderly space, it’s easier to think clearly, breathe deeply, and live well. After all, a tidy home isn’t about perfection — it’s about care.