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Unit2 Lesson 3
Understanding instructions
Objectives : By the end of the lesson you will have
• guessed the sources of different types of instructions
• identified verbs used for giving instructions
• answered comprehension questions
• written instructions for illustrations
A In pairs name some of the containers that hold household and other commonly used stuff.
Most of the containers that we buy these days have some sort of instruction written on them. Read the following instructions and identify which ones are related to (1) food, (2) cosmetics, (3) toiletries, (4) medicine, (5) chemicals.
1.Applied deify on face and neck, its enriched light and non-greasy formula moisturizes our skin, leaving it softer and smoother. Particularly suitable for sensitive skin
2. Keep out of the reach of children
3.Adults and children over 2 years of age: Rub a thick layer on chest and throat. If desired cover with a dry, warm cloth but keep clothing loose to let the vapors rise to nose and mouth.
4. Directions to make one liter. Place 8 level tablespoons (125g) in a jug. Add cold water and ice to make 1 liter.
5. Add two tea-spoonfuls to a cup of hot milk. Add sugar to taste. Stir briskly.
6.A breakthrough technology that helps prevent dandruff and provides great-looking hair. Direction: Apply to wet hair and rinse off.
7. Easy squeeze tube. Brush thoroughly everyday for healthy teeth and gums. The Gel part freshens breath and builds stronger, harder and healthier teeth.
B Underline the verbs used for giving instructions.
C Now read the following instruction written on the cover of "Super Glue".
1 Can you use it for mending the following?
a broken melamine teacup
b a leather shoe
c. the broken leg of a wooden writing table
2 Can you use it on a wet surface?
3 How long does it take for the glue to dry?
4 Is heat bad for this glue?
5 Is it dangerous for your skin?
6 Is it bad for your eyes?
7 What should you do if it gets into your eyes accidentally?
D Now look at the following illustrations for liquids and write suitable instructions for English readers.
2. Instructions for the type of utensils that can be used in a microwave oven
Type of utensil.
Glassware (heat resistant) Short time.
Long time.
Type of utensil.
Ceramic (heat resistant) Short time.
Long time.
Type of utensil.
Metal cookware Short time.
Long time.
Type of utensil.
Plastic cookware Short time.
Long time.
3. Instructions for making oral saline:
Picture
Focus :
Skills.
Intensive reading, writing. Functions.
Giving instructions.
Grammar/Structure.
Imperative verbs.
Vocabulary.
mending, bond, irritant, enriched.
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Unit2 Lesson 3
Understanding instructions
Objectives : By the end of the lesson you will have
• guessed the sources of different types of instructions
• identified verbs used for giving instructions
• answered comprehension questions
• written instructions for illustrations
A In pairs name some of the containers that hold household and other commonly used stuff.
Most of the containers that we buy these days have some sort of instruction written on them. Read the following instructions and identify which ones are related to (1) food, (2) cosmetics, (3) toiletries, (4) medicine, (5) chemicals.
1.Applied deify on face and neck, its enriched light and non-greasy formula moisturizes our skin, leaving it softer and smoother. Particularly suitable for sensitive skin
2. Keep out of the reach of children
3.Adults and children over 2 years of age: Rub a thick layer on chest and throat. If desired cover with a dry, warm cloth but keep clothing loose to let the vapors rise to nose and mouth.
4. Directions to make one liter. Place 8 level tablespoons (125g) in a jug. Add cold water and ice to make 1 liter.
5. Add two tea-spoonfuls to a cup of hot milk. Add sugar to taste. Stir briskly.
6.A breakthrough technology that helps prevent dandruff and provides great-looking hair. Direction: Apply to wet hair and rinse off.
7. Easy squeeze tube. Brush thoroughly everyday for healthy teeth and gums. The Gel part freshens breath and builds stronger, harder and healthier teeth.
B Underline the verbs used for giving instructions.
C Now read the following instruction written on the cover of "Super Glue".
1 Can you use it for mending the following?
a broken melamine teacup
b a leather shoe
c. the broken leg of a wooden writing table
2 Can you use it on a wet surface?
3 How long does it take for the glue to dry?
4 Is heat bad for this glue?
5 Is it dangerous for your skin?
6 Is it bad for your eyes?
7 What should you do if it gets into your eyes accidentally?
D Now look at the following illustrations for liquids and write suitable instructions for English readers.
2. Instructions for the type of utensils that can be used in a microwave oven
Type of utensil.
Glassware (heat resistant) Short time.
Long time.
Type of utensil.
Ceramic (heat resistant) Short time.
Long time.
Type of utensil.
Metal cookware Short time.
Long time.
Type of utensil.
Plastic cookware Short time.
Long time.
3. Instructions for making oral saline:
Picture
Focus :
Skills.
Intensive reading, writing. Functions.
Giving instructions.
Grammar/Structure.
Imperative verbs.
Vocabulary.
mending, bond, irritant, enriched.