A114 Prepositions of places-My town e108

Vocabulary: Places in town.      Grammar: Prepositions of place (in, on, near).     Communication goal: Give simple directions and describe locations

 

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My Town

I live in a small but lively town. It is a peaceful place with clean streets, friendly people, and beautiful green spaces. Although it is not a big city, my town has everything I need for everyday life. It is comfortable, convenient, and easy to get around.

My house is near a large public park. I often walk there in the morning before I start my day. The park has tall trees, colorful flowers, and a small lake. In the early hours, many people exercise there. Some people run, others stretch or practice yoga, and many simply enjoy the fresh air. Children like to play in the playground, and older people usually sit on benches and talk to their friends.

The town library is next to the park, just across from a small café. The library is quiet and comfortable, and it has many interesting books. I go there twice a week to borrow books and study. The café beside it serves delicious coffee and snacks, so I sometimes stop there after reading.

The bus stop is in front of the library, on Green Street. Buses arrive every fifteen minutes, so it is easy to travel to neighboring areas. My school is near the bus stop, so I often see students walking together and laughing on their way to class.

There is also a family-owned restaurant on the corner of Green Street. The food is tasty and affordable, and the workers are always polite. My family likes to eat there on weekends.

I enjoy living here because everything is close, peaceful, and welcoming. My town may be small, but it feels like home.

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TEST YOUR VOCABULARY

My town is lively. It’s full of life and activity.  

This place is very peaceful; it’s quiet and calm.

 

The place where I live is very convenient; it is close to everything.

 

It’s a public park; it’s open to everyone

 

 

 

You must exercise; it’s good for your body.

 

 

They are stretching before they go running.  

 

 

To practice is to play a sport or do thing like Yoga 

 

 

A playground is a place for children to play

 

 

Tom borrows a book from the library. He will return it after 2 weeks.

 

 

Town A and town B are neighboring; they are near each other.

 

 

There is a restaurant at the corner of Main Street and Elm Street. 

 

 

This restaurant is very affordable; it’s not too expensive

 

 

Tom is a very polite boy; he always holds the door open for older people.

 

 

Tom’s new class is very welcoming, everyone wishes him welcome on his first day.

 

 

TEST YOUR GRAMMAR

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My Town

I live in a small but lively town. It is a peaceful place with clean streets, friendly people, and beautiful green spaces. Although it is not a big city, my town has everything I need for everyday life. It is comfortable, convenient, and easy to get around.

My house is near a large public park. I often walk there in the morning before I start my day. The park has tall trees, colorful flowers, and a small lake. In the early hours, many people exercise there. Some people run, others stretch or practice yoga, and many simply enjoy the fresh air. Children like to play in the playground, and older people usually sit on benches and talk to their friends.

The town library is next to the park, just across from a small café. The library is quiet and comfortable, and it has many interesting books. I go there twice a week to borrow books and study. The café beside it serves delicious coffee and snacks, so I sometimes stop there after reading.

The bus stop is in front of the library, on Green Street. Buses arrive every fifteen minutes, so it is easy to travel to neighboring areas. My school is near the bus stop, so I often see students walking together and laughing on their way to class.

There is also a family-owned restaurant on the corner of Green Street. The food is tasty and affordable, and the workers are always polite. My family likes to eat there on weekends.

I enjoy living here because everything is close, peaceful, and welcoming. My town may be small, but it feels like home.

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COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS

1. What is the town like?

  1. Dirty and crowded
  2. Expensive and busy
  3. Loud and big
  4. Clean, peaceful, and welcoming

2. Where is the person’s house?

  1. Across from the café
  2. Next to the library
  3. Near the school
  4. Close to a big park

3. What do old people do in the park?

  1. Run and stretch
  2. Do yoga
  3. Play with kids
  4. Sit and talk

4. How often does the person go to the library?

  1. Every day
  2. Two times a week
  3. One time a week
  4. Only on weekends

5. Why is it easy to travel to other places?

  1. Buses come every 15 minutes
  2. There are many taxis
  3. The town is small
  4. The person has a car

Answer Key: 1-D, 2-D, 3-D, 4-B, 5-A

CONVERSATION PRACTICE

Sam: Where do you live?

Lisa: I live in a small but lively town.

Sam: Is it a very busy and noisy place?

Lisa: No, it’s a peaceful place

Sam: Where is you house?

Lisa: My house is near a large public park

Sam: What do people do in the park in the early hours?

Lisa: In the early hours, many people exercise there.

Sam: What exercises do people do there?

Lisa: Some people run, others stretch or practice yoga

Sam: What exercises do people do there?

Lisa: Some people run, others stretch or practice yoga

Sam: Where do children like to play?

Lisa: Children like to play in the playground

Sam: What do you go to the library for?

Lisa: I go there twice a week to borrow books and study

Sam: Is it easy to travel to the neighboring area?

Lisa: Yes, buses arrives every 15 minutes.

Sam: Where is the restaurant?

Lisa: It is on the corner of Green Street

Sam: Is it expensive?

Lisa: No, it is very affordable.

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