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HEAAADERLOGORIGHTGENERAL ENGLISH· PRACTICAL ENGLISH ·PRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFEHACKSScan to review worksheetQrrkoDExpemo code:16G1-Q6VC-AV511Warm upThese pictures show problems people have with their clothes and shoes. Match the words with thepictures.A) My shoes are tooB) I lost a button.tight.C) My shoes smellD) My clothes havebad.wrinkles.G) My zipper is stuck.H) I lost a sock in theE) My white sneakersF) My sneakers alwayslook dirty.get wet in the rain.1)2)3)4)5)6)7)8)washing machine. Which three problems do you think are the most serious? Why? Can you suggest solutions to any of these problems?FOOOOTERRIGHT Learn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.1/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTPRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKS2ListeningA life hack is a good solution to an everyday problem. Match each problem from the Warm up withsomething that we can use as a life hack. Listen to the podcast to check your ideas.Part 11) a mesh bag2) clear nail polish A) lost buttons B) lost socks C) clothes with wrinkles D) stuck zipper3) a candle4) ice cubes3) toothpaste4) newspapersPart 21) tea bags2) beeswax A) tight shoes B) smelly shoes C) wet sneakers D) dirty sneakersFOOOOTERLEFTLearn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.2/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTPRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKSListen again and choose the correct option to complete the sentences.1.Keep your socks together in the washing machine by / with placing them in a mesh bag.2.Mark, to stopping / stop buttons from falling off your clothes, you can paint the threads with clearnail polish.3.Vicky, in order to / that get a stuck zipper moving again, you should use a candle or pencil.4.About / For wrinkle-free clothes, put ice cubes in the dryer.5.This works so / because the ice melts and turns into steam, which removes wrinkles.6.In / For order to remove bad smells from your shoes, just place dry tea bags inside them and leavethem overnight.7.Paint your sneakers with melted beeswax you / to make them waterproof.8.For super-white sneakers / clean, put toothpaste on an old toothbrush and use this to clean yourshoes.9.You can make tight shoes fit better by put / putting wet newspapers inside and leaving them todry.Which of these life hacks do you think is the best?3Language pointThere are several different ways to explain how or why we do something. Read the examples andinformation and choose the best option to complete the sentences.Part 1 To stop buttons from falling off your clothes, you can paint the threads with clear nailpolish. Paint your sneakers with melted beeswax to make them waterproof. In order to get a stuck zipper moving again, you should use a candle or pencil. In order to remove bad smells from your shoes, just place dry tea bags inside them andleave them overnight.FOOOOTERRIGHT Learn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.3/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTPRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKSThese sentences have two parts.1.We use to/in order to verb to explain how to get a result / what result we want.2.In the other part of these sentences, we explain how to get a result / what result we want.3.If we explain how first and the result second, we need / don’t need a comma in the sentence.4.To verb / In order to verb is more formal.Part 2 Keep your socks together in the washing machine by placing them in a mesh bag. For wrinkle-free clothes, put ice cubes in the dryer. For super-white sneakers, put toothpaste on an old toothbrush and use this to cleanyour shoes. You can make tight shoes fit better by putting wet newspaper inside and leaving themto dry.1.We can use by / for to explain how to get a result.2.We can also use by / for to explain what result we want.3.In these sentences, for is followed by a noun phrase / clause (subject verb).4.In these sentences, by is followed by a noun / verb -ing.Part 3For wrinkle-free clothes, put ice cubes in the dryer. This works because the ice melts andturns into steam, which removes wrinkles.We also use because to explain why. The word because introduces what result we want / the reasonthat something happens.How do you explain reasons and results in your language?FOOOOTERLEFTLearn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.4/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTPRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKS4PracticeRead the ideas for the home and garden episode of the Life Hacks podcast. Add one missing word toeach sentence in the correct place, as in the example:In to remove chewing gum from your carpet, use a bag of ice to freeze it.In order to remove chewing gum from your carpet, use a bag of ice to freeze it. (The gum willbreak when it gets cold and then you can remove it easily.)1) cutting2) roots3) sponge4) stockings5) vacuum cleaner6) vinegar1.Stop a pot from boiling over on your stove, place a wooden spoon across the top.2.Find lost earrings at home covering the end of your vacuum cleaner with the end of a stocking.3.A clean shower head, fill a plastic bag with vinegar and water and tie it around the shower headovernight.4.Order to get your mirrors really clean, use old newspapers.5.Push rose cuttings into a small potato before you plant them help them develop healthy roots.6.Cut up old sponges and put them in the bottom of a flowerpot. This is important too much watercan be bad for your plant’s roots.7.Healthier houseplants, use the water from cooking eggs or vegetables to water them.8.Keep plant leaves clean and shiny cleaning them with a mixture of milk and water.Which of these hacks is new for you?FOOOOTERRIGHT Learn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.5/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTPRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKS5SpeakingWork in A/B pairs. Student A: look at this page. Student B: look at the next page.You are going to help your partner with their problems related to phones and computers. First, putthe words in order to make sentences about life hacks that will help them.a paper clip. / card tray, / In order / the Sim / to open / use /1.airplane mode. / by / charge faster / Make / putting it on / your phone2.a clean computer keyboard, / between the keys. / For / sticky notes / to get / use3.an old toilet / by / each one inside / Organize / paper roll in a box. / putting / your cables and chargers4.close to your face. / isn’t too / make sure / protect your eyes, / the screen / To5.Then take turns reading your own problems below to your partner. Listen and tell your partner thelife hack that matches each of their problems. Listen carefully because the problems are not in thesame order as the life hacks on your paper.Student A: you have problems related to work.1.I often feel too tired to do my work.2.I find it difficult to focus on my work.3.I get really stressed when my work isn’t perfect.4.I’ve got too much to do at work, but people keep asking me for help.5.There are often extra "surprises" at work that I have to deal with, and these make me late with myother tasks. Which life hack is the most helpful for you? Can you think of any other life hacks for any of the problems you talked about?FOOOOTERLEFTLearn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.6/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTPRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKSWork in A/B pairs. Student B: look at this page.You are going to help your partner with their problems by explaining some life hacks related to work.First, put the words in order to make sentences about life hacks that will help them.at work by / notifications / on your computer. / Stay focused / the e-mail / turning off6.avoid taking on / learn how to / To / too much / say no politely. / work,7.at work, / extra "surprises" / In order / in your plans. / leave some extra time / to deal with8.at work, / focus on / For / good mental health / rather than "perfect." / results that are "good enough"9.by / during the day / energy levels / high / Keep / taking regular breaks.10.Then take turns reading your own problems below to your partner. Listen and tell your partner thelife hack that matches each of their problems. Listen carefully because the problems are not in thesame order as the life hacks on your paper.Student B: you have problems related to phones and computers1.I often eat at my desk, and my computer keyboard is so dirty.2.I use a computer all day, and I’m worried about my eyes.3.I have so many cables and chargers for my phones and computer equipment. What should I dowith them all?4.I lost the special tool that opens the Sim card tray on my phone.5.My phone charges really slowly. Which life hack is the most helpful for you? Can you think of any other life hacks for any of the problems you talked about?FOOOOTERRIGHT Learn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.7/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTPRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKS6Extra practice/homeworkMatch the sentence halves to make more life hacks about health and hygiene.1. Because cold water lifts your mood,a.because sitting down too much is veryunhealthy.2. Cut down on salt without losing flavor byb. cut a fresh lemon or orange into two halves andrub it onto your skin.3. For clean teeth without brushing,c.drying it with a cotton T-shirt instead of atowel.4. Make your hair smooth and easy tod. finish your shower with 2-3 minutes of watermanage byat around 28 degrees F.5. Organize regular walking meetings at worke.for a bonus workout.6. To increase your monthly exercise time,f.just eat an apple.7. In order to smell fresh without usingg.take the stairs instead of the elevator.deodorant,8. Try standing on one foot while you brushh. using chilli or curry powder on your food.your teethTest yourself. Cover the second halves of the sentences. Read the first halves and try to rememberthe second halves. Then cover the first halves of the sentence and try to remember them.FOOOOTERLEFTLearn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.8/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTPRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKS7Optional extensionReview some of the vocabulary from the life hacks in this lesson by finding twelve words in this grid.The words can appear horizontally, vertically, and diagonally. Use these clues to help you.1.You use this for getting stuck zippers to move2.This is a food and something you can use for cleaning3.This is the part of the plant that is under the ground4.You usually need a hot iron to take these away5.This is a small piece of a plant6.This is a type of bag that you use when you do laundry7.You use this to make a hot drink (2 words)8.You wear these on your legs9.You usually use this for cleaning in the kitchen or the bathroom10. A . cleaner is a machine for cleaning carpets and floors11. This is something you can use to keep buttons on (2 words)12. Use this to keep your sneakers dryWhich three of these words are the most important for you to remember? Why?FOOOOTERRIGHT Learn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.9/9
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTTEACHER MATERIALS·PRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKSTranscripts2.ListeningGraham:Hi listeners! Welcome to another edition of Life Hacks, the show that makes your lifeeasier. Today Val and I are going to talk about clothes and shoes.Val:That’s right. People have been messaging us with questions, and we have the answers.Our first question is from Zoe, and she says, ”I’m always losing socks in the washingmachine. What can I do?”Graham:This one’s easy! Keep your socks together in the washing machine by placing them ina mesh bag. That’s what I do at home. And speaking of losing things, Mark asks, ”Howcan I stop my buttons falling off my clothes?” Mark, to stop buttons from falling off yourclothes, you can paint the threads with clear nail polish.Val:Good tip! I have a question here from Vicky who asks, ”What do you suggest for a stuckzipper?” Vicky, in order to get a stuck zipper moving again, you should use a candle orpencil. This one really works - I tried it the other day. Do we have one more questionabout clothes?Graham:We do. This one’s from Jo, who says she hates ironing and wants to know if there’s anyway she can avoid it. Jo, I hear you – I hate ironing too. For wrinkle-free clothes, put icecubes in the dryer. This works because the ice melts and turns into steam, which removeswrinkles.Val:Amazing! Now, we also have lots of questions about shoes. Here’s one from John. He says,”My shoes are often very smelly, but I don’t want to put them in the washing machine.What can I do?” John, this is a surprising hack - you need tea bags. In order to removebad smells from your shoes, just place dry tea bags inside them and leave them overnight.Simple, but it works!Graham:Now here’s a question from Jo. ”I wear sneakers every day, but they always get wet in therain, and then I have wet feet all day. Is there any way to keep my feet dry?” Do you haveany ideas, Val?Val:I do. Paint your sneakers with melted beeswax to make them waterproof. You can buythis at craft stores or online. And I know lots of people have also asked about how to cleandirty white sneakers. For super-white sneakers, put toothpaste on an old toothbrush anduse this to clean your shoes.Graham:Great stuff. We just have time for one more question, and this is from Melissa. She says,”I bought some new shoes, but they’re a little bit tight. I already wore them, so I can’t takethem back to the store. What can I do?” I know this one! You can make tight shoes fitbetter by putting wet newspaper inside and leaving them to dry.Val:That’s a new one for me! Thanks to everyone who wrote in and see you next time whenwe’ll be talking about home and garden hacks. Bye!FOOOOTERAPPENDIXRIGHTLearn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.i
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTTEACHER MATERIALS·PRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKSKey1.Warm up5 mins.Work with the whole class to match the problems and pictures and check pronunciation. Elicit/explain the meaningof tight (too small and uncomfortable) and stuck (not able to move). Then pose the follow-up questions for studentsto discuss briefly in pairs. Elicit a range of short answers.1 D; 2H; 3B; 4E; 5F; 6A; 7C; 8G2.Listening10 mins.Go over the definition of life hack and ask students to match the problems from the Warm up with the correspondingitems used in their life hacks. Some of these are unexpected, so students may not be sure about the pairs; this isfine, as long as they have previewed the options before the listening. Play the recording and check answers.For the second listening activity, students will listen for more detailed information. Give students a minute tolook through the options and recall or predict the best option. You could elicit/explain the meaning of wrinkle-free(without wrinkles) and waterproof (protecting against water or getting wet). Then play the recording again for themto check their ideas. Check answers with the whole class and pose the follow-up question.If you have time, students could work in pairs to read the tapescript out loud.Part 1:1B; 2A; 3D; 4CPart 2:1B; 2C; 3D; 4AListening 23.1. by2. stop3. to4. For6. In7. to8. sneakers9. putting5. becauseLanguage point10 mins.Work with the whole class to go over the examples and activities to help students formulate the rules in stages.Students have probably encountered all of these forms before, and understood them in context, but they needpractice to formulate their own sentences accurately. This is a very useful language area with a high surrendervalue.After you go through the three stages of the grammar presentation, pose the follow-up question. Students oftenfind it helpful to compare their L1 with English, as this often clarifies why they make mistakes in some areas. Forexample, in some languages, one word explains both reason and intended result. This is the reason for includinga short review of because in this lesson.Drill all the example sentences.Part 11. what result we want.2. how to get a result3. don’t needFOOOOTERAPPENDIXLEFTLearn without forgetting!4. In order to verbScan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.ii
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTTEACHER MATERIALS·PRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKSPart 21. by2. for3. noun phrase4. verb -ingPart 3-the reason that something happens4.Practice10 mins.Go over the instructions with the class and point out the pictures that will help with unfamiliar vocabulary.Students can work alone and then check answers in pairs. Finally, check answers with the whole class. Posethe follow-up question and elicit some brief responses. If you have time, ask students to read the sentences outloud in pairs.NOTE: If students are finding this difficult, skip the speaking stage and do the extra practice/homework exercisesin class for additional support.5.1. To stop a pot from boiling2. at home by covering3. For a clean shower head4. In order to get5. to help them develop6. This is important because7. For healthier houseplants8. shiny by cleaning themSpeaking13 mins.In this stage, students will activate the grammar from the lesson in a speaking activity. Make sure studentsunderstand the aim of the activity is to practice using infinitives, by, and for to explain results and how to achievethem.In the first stage, students prepare some sentences that are life hacks for their partner’s problems. Explain thatStudent A has problems related to work and Student B has problems related to phones and computers. Studentswork alone or in A A or B B pairs to reorder the words into sentences. Monitor and support as necessary, offeringhelp with vocabulary if needed. Avoid checking answers publicly at this stage so that the content of the life hacksis not revealed.Then go over the next instructions, pointing out that students need to listen carefully as their problems are notin the same order as the life hacks their partner prepared. Set up A/B pairs for students to speak. Monitor andsupport as necessary. Early finishers can invent more problems and hacks for each area.Check answers with the class, making sure that the problems are matched with the correct life hack and that thehacks are worded correctly. Then pose the follow-up questions for students to discuss in pairs or with the wholeclass.Student A1. In order to open the Sim card tray, use a paper clip.2. Make your phone charge faster by putting it on airplane mode.3. For a clean computer keyboard, use sticky notes to get between the keys.4. Organize your cables and chargers by putting each one inside an old toilet paper roll in a box.5. To protect your eyes, make sure the screen isn’t too close to your face.Student A: Solutions1. Keep energy levels high during the day by taking regular breaks.FOOOOTERAPPENDIXRIGHTLearn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.iii
HEAAADERLOGORIGHTTEACHER MATERIALS·PRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2-B1)LIFE HACKS2. Stay focused at work by turning off the e-mail notifications on your computer.3. For good mental health at work, focus on results that are "good enough" rather than "perfect."4. To avoid taking on too much work, learn how to say no politely.5. In order to deal with extra "surprises" at work, leave some extra time in your plans.Student B1. Stay focused at work by turning off the e-mail notifications on your computer.2. To avoid taking on too much work, learn how to say no politely.3. In order to deal with extra "surprises" at work, leave some extra time in your plans.4. For good mental health at work, focus on results that are "good enough" rather than "perfect."5. Keep energy levels high during the day by taking regular breaks.Student B: Solutions1. For a clean computer keyboard, use sticky notes to2. To protect your eyes, make sure the screen isn’t tooget between the keys.close to your face.3. Organize your cables and chargers by putting each4. In order to open the Sim card tray, use a paper clip.one inside an old toilet paper roll in a box.5. Make your phone charge faster by putting it onairplane mode.6.Extra practice/homework2 mins to explain.These exercises can be assigned for homework or used instead of the speaking activity if the class needs moresupport. If you use these for homework, make sure that you check the exercises in a future class, or collectthem from students and check them yourself outside class. If you prefer, you can make the answers available tostudents, and they can check their own answers.1. d7.2. h3. f4. c5. a6. g7. b8. eOptional extension10 mins.These exercises are designed as a cooler activity if you have time in your lesson. In this activity, students canreview and evaluate some of the vocabulary that they encountered during the lesson. They can work alone or inpairs to complete the wordsearch. This activity would also work well as a race between individuals or pairs or, ifyou have a projector, as a team activity with students taking turns to find an answer for their team, perhaps withina time limit.Then set students up in pairs or small groups to discuss the follow-up question – being able to discriminate whatis and isn’t worth remembering is an important language-learning skill.Credit: https://halfacrossword.com1. candle2. vinegar3. roots4. wrinkles5. cutting6. mesh7. tea bag8. stockings9. sponge10. vacuum11. nail polish12. beeswaxFOOOOTERAPPENDIXLEFTLearn without forgetting!Scan the QR at the top of Page 1 to review the lesson flashcards with Expemo. Linguahouse.com. Photocopiable and licensed for use in Mahmoud School's lessons.iv
LIFE HACKS QrrkoD Scan to review worksheet Expemo code: 16G1-Q6VC-AV51 1 Warmup These pictures show problems people have with their clothes and shoes. Match the words with the . Cover the second halves of the sentences. Read the first halves and try to remember the second halves. Then cover the first halves of the sentence and try to .
