Class 8 English Unit: 3 Reading I: Public Annuncements
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Unit 3: Reading I: Public Announcements
Getting Started
Let's think about the pictures and discuss what they might be requesting in the pictures. They could be:
a. Can you repeat the lesson once, please?
b. Do you need anything more, please?
c. Do you mind telling me your problems?
d. Can you give me a penny?
Reading I: Public Announcements
Vocabulary
- Public announcement /ˈpʌblɪk əˈnaʊnsmənt/ (Noun phrase): a statement or message made to the public
- Currently /ˈkʌrəntli/ (Adverb): at present; now
- Take off /teɪk ɒf/ (Phrasal verb): the moment or process of leaving the ground to fly
- Expected /ɪkˈspɛktɪd/ (Adjective): anticipated or looked forward to
- Approximately /əˈprɒksɪmətli/ (Adverb): roughly or around a certain number or value
- Fasten /ˈfæsən/ (Verb): to attach or close securely
- Secure /sɪˈkjʊə/ (Verb): fixed or fastened so as not to give way, become loose, or be lost
- Baggage /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/ (Noun): personal belongings packed in suitcases for traveling; luggage
- Underneath /ˌʌndərˈniːθ/ (Preposition/adverb): below or beneath
- Compartments /kəmˈpɑːrtmənts/ (Noun): separate sections or divisions within something, typically for storage
- Gadgets /ˈɡædʒɪts/ (Noun): small mechanical or electronic devices or tools
- Strictly /ˈstrɪktli/ (Adverb): in a stringent or strict manner
- Prohibited /prəˈhɪbɪtɪd/ (Adjective): officially forbidden
- confer /kənˈfɜː/ verb; grant
- privileged /ˈprɪvɪlɪdʒd/ adjective; advantaged
A. Find the correct words from the text to complete the sentences below. (Answers only)
a. We had to pay an extra amount for our baggage on the airplane.
b. Would you switch off all your gadgets as the plane is going to take off?
c. Tomorrow is my parents' wedding anniversary.
d. The Chief Guest will confer the prizes to the winners.
e. Please, keep your seat in the upright position. The plane is going to land soon.
f. Our school will remain closed for 15 days on the auspicious occasion of Dashain.
B. Write True or False for the following statements. (Answers only)
a. The pre-flight announcement is about the landing of an airplane. False
b. Baggage should be kept either under the set or in the overhead compartment. True
c. Parents Day is going to be celebrated on March 21st. False
d. A dance will be performed by professional artists on Parents Day. False
e. The photo session is scheduled at the beginning of the program. False
C. Answer the questions. (Answers only)
a. The first announcement is about a pre-flight announcement and the second is about the Parents Day celebration.
b. The travel route of flight RA-402 is to New Delhi from Kathmandu.
c. The seats should be in the upright position during the take-off for safety reasons.
d. The Mayor of Bardaghat is the Chief Guest on the Parents Day celebration.
e. The Parents Day Program is scheduled to be held on 22nd March at 11:00 am. in the Assembly Hall.
D. Why do you think it is important to celebrate Parents Day?
It's important to celebrate Parents Day because it gives us a special time to show our love and appreciation for our parents. They do a lot for us every day, like taking care of us, teaching us important things, and giving us love and support. Celebrating Parents Day is a way to say thank you and make them feel special for everything they do.
Pronunciation
Pronounce the following words keeping the sound /r/ silent and make the students follow as you pronounce them.
air underneath overhead compartment
turn off your anniversary minister
confer winner entertainment guardian
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