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English Class 8 - Household Items-And-Issues Notes

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Household Items and Issues

Welcome to the chapter on Household Items and Issues for Class 8. In this chapter, you will learn about common household items, how to describe them, and how to talk about everyday problems and solutions at home. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to use English to discuss household objects and handle simple issues confidently!

Introduction

Every home has many items we use every day. Sometimes, we face problems with these items, such as repairs or cleaning. Knowing how to talk about household items and issues helps us communicate better at home and elsewhere.

Common Household Items

  • Furniture: table, chair, sofa, bed, cupboard
  • Appliances: refrigerator, washing machine, microwave, fan, television
  • Kitchenware: utensils, plates, bowls, mixer, kettle
  • Cleaning items: broom, mop, dustpan, vacuum cleaner
  • Other items: clock, lamp, mirror, curtains, books

Describing Household Items

Use adjectives to describe household items. For example:

  • The wooden table is large and heavy.
  • The refrigerator is new and energy-efficient.
  • The blue curtains are clean and bright.

Common Household Issues

  • A leaking tap
  • A broken chair
  • A power cut
  • Dirty floors
  • A clogged sink
  • A malfunctioning fan

Talking About Problems and Solutions

Use phrases like:

  • The tap is leaking. We need to call a plumber.
  • The chair is broken. Can you fix it?
  • There is a power cut. Let's use candles.
  • The floor is dirty. Please sweep it.

Fun Activity: Role Play

Act out a conversation where one person describes a household problem and the other suggests a solution. For example, "The sink is clogged." "Let’s use a plunger or call a plumber."

Summary

  • Household items include furniture, appliances, kitchenware, and cleaning tools.
  • Use adjectives to describe items and phrases to talk about problems and solutions.
  • Knowing household vocabulary helps you communicate better at home.

Practice Questions

  1. Name three household appliances.
  2. Describe your favorite item at home using two adjectives.
  3. What would you do if the fan stops working?
  4. How can you clean a dirty floor?
  5. Write a sentence about a broken item and how to fix it.

Challenge Yourself

  • Make a list of five household items and write one problem for each.
  • Role play a conversation about a household issue and its solution.

Did You Know?

  • The first vacuum cleaner was invented in 1901!
  • Some household items, like smart bulbs, can be controlled by your phone.

Glossary

  • Appliance: A machine used at home to make work easier.
  • Furniture: Items like tables, chairs, and beds used in a house.
  • Repair: To fix something that is broken.
  • Plumber: A person who fixes taps, pipes, and sinks.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. Refrigerator, washing machine, microwave (any three).
  2. (Example: My bed is soft and comfortable.)
  3. Check the switch, call an electrician, or use another fan.
  4. Sweep or mop the floor.
  5. (Example: The chair is broken. I will fix it with glue or ask for help.)

Learn to talk about household items and issues to help at home and improve your English!

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