Do you always follow the rules and do things by the book? In this lesson, students will discuss rules to follow in various situations. This lesson features audio of two announcements related to do’s and don’ts in different situations. Students will learn and practice modals of obligation and prohibition and vocabulary relating to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets that have been developed for adults and teenagers.

Lesson Objectives

To discuss rules to follow in various situations

To learn and review modals of obligation and prohibition

To develop speaking and listening skills

To learn and use new vocabulary relating to the topic

Audio

Listen to the audio to learn about various rules you must follow in different situations. Do you want to become a master chef or get a promotion at work? Learn the dos and don’ts in order to get a cooking certificate or impress your boss.

Audio Transcript

Vocabulary and Pronunciation

appliance [noun]: a device, machine, or piece of equipment, especially an electrical one that is used in the home such as a refrigerator or a dishwasher

supplies [noun]: equipment, food, and other important things people can use for multiple purposes

certificate [noun]: an official document that gives information about your skills or qualifications

MFD [noun]: a multifunction device; an office machine that has several different uses such as printing, scanning, etc.

splatter [verb]: when a thick wet substance hits and covers a surface with small drops

unplug [verb]: to disconnect a device from the electricity source so it stops working

outfit [noun]: a set of clothes that you wear for a particular occasion or to do a particular activity

dress code [noun]: a set of rules for what you can wear

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