Understanding Classroom Instructions

What are we learning today?

You will learn the common words in classroom instructions. Then you can understand what to do.

Explanation

The same verbs come back in every unit. Learn them as a set.

• Match: join two things.
• Check: compare your answers with the recording or the text.
• Choose: pick the correct answer.
• Complete: fill in the gaps.
• Also: listen, repeat, read, answer, write, compare.

If you do not understand, look at example 1. It is usually done for you. You can also ask the teacher.

Examples

1. Match the words with the photos.
2. Choose the correct answers.
3. Complete the conversation. Then listen and check.

Remember!

• Read the whole instruction first.
• Look at the example and ask your teacher if you need help.

Check yourself

1. What do you do when the instruction says "Complete"?
2. What can you do if an instruction is not clear?