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Story

Hey, I’m Max, 17 years old. I live with my mom, dad, and my younger sister, Lily. We live in a small apartment on the outskirts of the city. Our family life is pretty normal, nothing too special, but it’s definitely never boring.

On weekdays, things are a bit hectic in the mornings. My dad works early, so he’s usually out of the house by the time I wake up. My mom is always running around, trying to get Lily ready for school and make sure I don’t forget my lunch. I’m the type who needs a lot of sleep, so getting up on time isn’t always easy. My mom has to call me twice or even three times before I finally get out of bed!

After school, I usually hang out with my friends or go home to help with some chores. My parents both work full-time, so they’re not home until around 6 p.m. It’s kind of a routine – I help with dinner, or if I’m not in the mood, I just relax in my room. Lily, on the other hand, is always running around the house, playing music, or making a mess in the living room. But I don’t mind. It’s just her way of coping with everything.

Family dinners are the one thing we always do together. We may not have a fancy meal, but it’s our time to catch up on the day. We talk about school, work, and anything else that comes to mind. After dinner, my parents usually watch TV, and I spend some time either on my laptop or reading. But we try to stay connected, even if it’s just for a little while. Weekends are the best – we try to go on small family outings, like to the park or for a walk in the neighborhood. It’s our time to relax and enjoy each other’s company.

Life with my family isn’t perfect, but it’s real. Sometimes there are arguments, especially between Lily and me, but at the end of the day, we always find a way to make up. My parents are supportive, even when they’re busy. They may not always understand what I’m going through, but they always listen. That’s what matters the most.

Useful Phrases and Expressions

To get up on time – встать вовремя

To call someone twice or three times – позвонить кому-то два или три раза

To help with chores – помогать по хозяйству

To be in the mood for something – быть в настроении что-то делать

To have family dinners together – ужинать всей семьей

To catch up on the day – обсудить события дня

To spend time with someone – проводить время с кем-то

To stay connected – поддерживать связь

To go on family outings – устраивать семейные выезды

To enjoy each other’s company – наслаждаться обществом друг друга

To relax at home – отдыхать дома

To cope with something – справляться с чем-то

To make up after an argument – помириться после ссоры

To be supportive – поддерживать

To listen to someone – выслушивать кого-то

To talk about school, work, etc. – говорить о школе, работе и т. д.

To have a routine – иметь распорядок дня

To be busy with work – быть занятым на работе

To spend time in my room – проводить время в своей комнате

To run around the house – бегать по дому

To be in charge of something – быть ответственным за что-то

To get along with someone – ладить с кем-то

To be part of the family – быть частью семьи

To argue with someone – спорить с кем-то

To understand someone – понимать кого-то

Vocabulary Practice Exercises

Exercise 1: Fill-in-the-blanks

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate phrases from the list.

Every morning, my mom calls me __________ to wake up.

I don’t always feel like doing chores, but I still __________ and help out.

Our family __________ every evening at 7 p.m. to eat together.

I always try to __________ with my family on the weekends.

Sometimes my sister and I __________, but we always make up after.

My parents are busy with work, but they always __________ when I need to talk.

My sister is always __________, playing music and making noise.

I sometimes like to __________, especially when I have a lot of homework.

Even if we argue, we always __________ and make things right.

I can’t wait for the weekend to __________ with my family.

Exercise 2: Matching

Match the phrases with their correct translations.

To help with chores

To be in the mood for something

To go on family outings

To stay connected

To be supportive

To make up after an argument

a) быть в настроении что-то делать

b) проводить семейные выезды

c) быть поддерживающим

d) помогать по хозяйству

e) помириться после ссоры

f) поддерживать связь

Exercise 3: Personal Questions

Answer the following questions based on your own experiences.

How does your family spend time together during the week?

Do you have any family traditions, like a specific day for family dinners or outings?

How do you help your parents or siblings at home?

Have you ever had a disagreement with your family? How did you solve it?

What do you do when you want to relax at home with your family?

Answer Key

Exercise 1: Fill-in-the-blanks

twice or three times

help out

has family dinners together

go on family outings

argue

listen to me

running around the house

spend time in my room

make up after an argument

spend time with my family

Exercise 2: Matching

To help with chores – d) помогать по хозяйству

To be in the mood for something – a) быть в настроении что-то делать

To go on family outings – b) проводить семейные выезды

To stay connected – f) поддерживать связь

To be supportive – c) быть поддерживающим

To make up after an argument – e) помириться после ссоры

Exercise 3: Personal Questions

1. How does your family spend time together during the week?

Our family usually spends time together during dinner. We have a routine of sitting down at the table every evening and catching up on our day. Sometimes, we also watch a movie or go for a walk after dinner.

2. Do you have any family traditions, like a specific day for family dinners or outings?

Yes, we have a tradition of having a family dinner every Sunday. We also try to go on a short outing together, like visiting a nearby park or having a picnic if the weather is nice. It’s our way of spending quality time together without distractions.

3. How do you help your parents or siblings at home?

I help my parents with cooking and cleaning. I also try to keep my younger brother entertained when my parents are busy with work. Sometimes, I even help with grocery shopping, especially if my mom is too tired after a long day at work.

4. Have you ever had a disagreement with your family? How did you solve it?

Yes, sometimes I argue with my younger sister, especially when she takes my things without asking. We usually solve it by talking about the problem and apologizing to each other. My parents also help us understand each other’s point of view.

5. What do you do when you want to relax at home with your family?

When I want to relax with my family, we usually watch a movie or play board games together. Sometimes, we just sit and talk about our day. It’s nice to have moments where we can all unwind and enjoy each other’s company.