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Story 8

📘 Lesson Title: “A Surprise Visit”

Level: Intermediate

VOCABULARY WORDS

  1. Unexpected – (un-eks-PEK-tid) /ˌʌn.ɪkˈspek.tɪd/
    Type: Adjective
    Meaning: Not planned or predicted
    Synonyms: surprising, unforeseen, sudden
    Sample Sentence: She received an unexpected gift from her friend.

  2. Neighbor – (NAY-bur) /ˈneɪ.bÉ™r/
    Type: Noun
    Meaning: A person who lives near your home
    Synonyms: resident, local, nearby person
    Sample Sentence: My neighbor helped me water my plants while I was away.

  3. Delighted – (dih-LY-tid) /dɪˈlaɪ.tɪd/
    Type: Adjective
    Meaning: Very happy and pleased
    Synonyms: thrilled, overjoyed, pleased
    Sample Sentence: She was delighted to see her childhood friend again.

  4. Prepare – (prih-PAIR) /prɪˈper/
    Type: Verb
    Meaning: To make ready in advance
    Synonyms: arrange, plan, organize
    Sample Sentence: I need to prepare dinner before the guests arrive.

  5. Hospitality – (hos-pi-TAL-ih-tee) /ËŒhÉ’s.pɪˈtæl.ɪ.ti/
    Type: Noun
    Meaning: Friendly and generous treatment of guests
    Synonyms: friendliness, warmth, welcome
    Sample Sentence: Their hospitality made us feel at home.


STORY: A Surprise Visit

One sunny afternoon, Maya was cleaning her house when she heard a knock on the door. To her surprise, it was her neighbor Sarah with her two children.

This was an unexpected visit because they hadn’t planned to come. Maya was a bit busy but felt delighted to see them.

She quickly started to prepare some snacks and drinks for her guests. Everyone sat in the living room, chatting and laughing.

Sarah thanked Maya for her warm hospitality and promised to visit again soon.

The surprise visit turned into a wonderful afternoon full of joy and friendship.


KNOWLEDGE CHECK

  1. Who came to Maya’s house unexpectedly?

  2. How did Maya feel about the visit?

  3. What did Maya do when her guests arrived?

  4. Where did they all sit?

  5. What did Sarah say about Maya’s hospitality?

  6. Was the visit planned?

  7. How did the visit end?


DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

  1. Have you ever had an unexpected visitor? How did you react?

  2. What do you think is important when welcoming guests?

  3. How do you prepare for visitors at your home?

  4. Do you like surprises? Why or why not?

  5. What is the best hospitality you have ever received?

  6. How can neighbors support each other?

  7. Would you prefer a planned visit or a surprise visit?

  8. How do you show friendliness to neighbors or friends?

  9. What kind of snacks or drinks do you usually offer guests?

  10. How does hospitality differ in your culture?

  11. Have you ever visited a neighbor unexpectedly?

  12. What makes a good neighbor?

  13. How do you feel about socializing with neighbors?

  14. What would you do if a stranger knocked on your door?

  15. Can surprise visits help build friendships? Why?


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