XI. Comment on the following statement.

Many young people go to university after leaving school. However, a number of school-leavers feel that university is not for them and choose not to go.

What can you say for and against going to university?

Use the following plan

1. Introduction (State the problem).

2. Arguments “for”.

3. Arguments “against”.

4. Conclusion.

XII. Comment on the following statement.

Some people think that pupils at school should learn practical skills that will help them in later life, such as cooking or car mechanics. Others argue that pupils are at school to learn traditional academic subjects and that those who want to can learn other skills in their own time.

Do you think that there is a place in schools for practical subjects such as cooking and car mechanics?

Use the plan in the above assignment.

Household chores

Expand the topic.

1. Household chores are everyone’s obligation. Nobody is exempted from it.

2. We handle midweek clean-ups as a team.

3. We keep expectations realistic. Our goal for chores is to make the house basically clean, rather than spotless.

4. There are lots you can do to save time and energy, just try some efficiency tricks.

5. Simplify and streamline tasks as much as you can.

6. The most important thing is not to get stressed out worrying about the household.

7. Distribution of chores and responsibilities need to be renegotiated from time to time.

8. Through no fault of our home, dust collects on every surface, leading to breathing issues.

There is nothing nobler or more admirable than when two people who see eye to eye keep house as man and wife, confounding their enemies and delighting their friends.

(Greek Epic poet)

A woman must be a genius to create a good husband.

(Honore De Balzac 1799-1850)

A man’s got to do what a man’s got to do. A woman must do what he can’t.

(Rhonda Hansome)

I enjoy mowing the lawn, it relaxes me. It gets me outdoors, it’s good exercise, the freshly cut grass smells great, and no one can hear my thoughts – or intrude upon them.

(Astrid Aluada)

The trouble with living alone is that it’s always your turn to do the dishes.

(Author Unknown)

A clean house is the sign of a boring person.

(Author Unknown)

Text 1.

Weekly Cleaning Chores

Household chores may probably be a big headache for you (and for your family), but do you want to live in a messy house? Discuss within the family on how to remedy this kind of problem. Make them understand that house hold chores are every one’s obligation. Nobody is exempted from it. So talk it out and ask your family on which task that each has to fulfill. Next thing is to set house cleaning chore list. Keep in mind that some chores can be done weekly; some monthly and other tasks can be done quarterly.

Vacuuming

Vacuuming your house on a weekly basis prevents buildups of dust that can trigger allergies and respiratory issues for your family. While high traffic arrears may need to be vacuumed on a daily basis, other areas of the home need a good once-over once a week.

Don’t Forget to Vacuum… Carpets, Rugs, Stairs, Furniture, Hard Floors.

Dusting

Through no fault of our home, dust collects on every surface, leading to breathing issues, dull looking surfaces, and the need to dust weekly. A good weekly dusting staves off the need for more in-depth cleaning on a regular basis. Be sure to dust from top to bottom to prevent settling. Consider using a vacuum attachment to suck up the dust, or a good microfiber cloth to trap dust particles.

Don’t Forget to Dust … Furniture, Windowsills, Wall Coverings, Cobwebs, and Ceiling Fans.

Cleaning

There are some areas of our homes that receive such frequent use, they need to be attended, to on a weekly basis. This preventative cleaning keeps these rooms and areas ready to serve our home and keep buildups of dirt and damage from requiring more intense cleaning later.

Don’t Forget to Clean … shake out door mats; straighten books and magazines; clean bathrooms; change linens in all rooms; clean kitchen sink, toaster, hobs; wipe down kitchen appliances, microwave (inside and out); spot clean walls; clean leftovers from fridge; gather and take out garbage.