Doing the Housework
Sam and her mum, Erica, are at home. Today is Erica’s day off and Sam isn’t at school today either. There is a lot of housework to be done, so Erica asks Sam to help…
Sam: Morning, mum. What’s for breakfast?
Mum: Morning, Sam. There’s Spanish omelette, some fruit and orange juice on the table -help yourself.
Sam: Thanks, Mum. Do you want me to take the dog for a walk today? I think it’s my turn…
Mum: I’ve already taken him for a walk. Actually, I really need your help to do the housework today. Can you do the dishes after breakfast?
Sam: Of course… Anything else? I have a plenty of free time today.
Mum: Well, that’s just wonderful! Can you do the washing, polish the furniture and then…tidy your room? I’ll do the shopping and the ironing.
Sam: OK, I’ll polish the furniture and tidy my room, but, please mum, don’t make me do the washing. I hate doing that! Can I hoover and mop the floor instead?
Mum: Fine then, I’ll have to do the washing myself…
PHRASAL VERBS
Phrasal verb | Meaning | Example sentence | Categories |
|---|---|---|---|
To run through something | To practice or repeat something from beginning to end. | Let’s run through the song one more time before we perform. | Home and School Life |
To fall behind (with | To fail to do something on time or fast enough. | 1. He missed most of classes and fell behind with his schoolwork. 2. He didn’t come to class for weeks so he fell behind. | Home and School Life |
To drop out (of) | To quit before you have finished something. | 1. He dropped out of school 2 months before he was due to complete his exams. 2. He dropped out. | Home and School Life |
To sail through | To succeed easily in doing something. | He sailed through the test and achieved the highest mark. | Home and School Life |
To keep up with | To continue being informed about something. | I like to watch the news to keep up with current affairs. | Home and School Life |