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Tonight, we’ll practice useful English for real-life situations — from explaining car, phone, or computer problems, to buying parts, tools, and asking technical questions. 🌍 💡 Here’s the plan: 🔹 Breakout Room 1 (Car Problems — Engine or Battery) Customer: Hi, my car won’t start today. The dashboard lights came on yesterday, and I heard a clicking sound when I tried to start it. Mechanic: Let’s take a look. Did you notice any unusual noises or smells before this happened? Customer: Yes, there was a faint burning smell, and the engine was slower than usual. Mechanic: Alright, I’ll check the battery, starter, and alternator. It might need a replacement or just a recharge. Customer: How long will it take? Mechanic: About 45 minutes. If we need any parts, I’ll call you first. Customer: Can I wait here while you check it? Mechanic: Sure, there’s a waiting area. We’ll also give you an estimate before starting any repair. Customer: Great. What’s the usual cost for a battery replacement? Mechanic: It depends on the car model, but roughly 50–70 dinars. Interactive Questions for Students: - How would you explain a car problem in English? - What phrases can you use to ask about cost and time? - How do you describe unusual noises or smells? 🔹 Breakout Room 2 (Phone or Tablet — Screen & Touch Issues) Customer: Hello, my tablet screen is cracked, and sometimes it doesn’t respond to touch. Technician: Did it drop or get wet recently? Customer: It slipped from my bag yesterday. This morning it started freezing and lagging. Technician: We can replace the screen and test the touchscreen. It will take about an hour. Customer: Will my data or apps be affected? Technician: No, your data will stay safe. We’ll back it up just in case. Customer: How much will the repair cost? Technician: The screen replacement is 50 dinars. Backup is free. Customer: Can you also check why it overheats sometimes? Technician: Sure, we can run a diagnostic to see if it’s a battery or software issue.

📖 Article: Many people visit repair shops when their car, phone, or laptop suddenly stops working. Repair shops are important because they help us fix problems, save money, and even protect the environment by reducing waste. When you go to a repair shop, the first step is usually the inspection. The technician checks the device carefully to understand the problem. Sometimes the issue is small, like a loose wire, and sometimes it’s more serious, like a complete breakdown. After the inspection, the technician explains the options: you can either choose a repair or a replacement if the part is too damaged. Another important step is troubleshooting. This means testing different parts of the machine to figure out exactly what went wrong. Customers often ask about the warranty, because they want to know if the repair will be covered or if they must pay for it. Good repair shops don’t just fix the problem — they also give advice about maintenance. For example, they may remind you to update your software, check your car’s oil regularly, or clean your laptop fan. Proper maintenance reduces wear and tear and keeps devices working longer. Finally, safety and trust are very important. A professional shop uses clean tools, follows safety rules, and explains everything clearly. This makes customers feel confident and satisfied with the service. 📝 Scenario-Based Challenge: Imagine this situation: Your laptop suddenly stops working and you go to a repair shop. Write a short dialogue (5–6 lines) between you and the technician using at least 2 of the new words (e.g., breakdown, replacement, troubleshooting, warranty). 💡 Critical Thinking Challenge: 1. Do you usually repair things or prefer to buy new ones? Why? 2. What are the environmental benefits of repairing items instead of replacing them? 3. In your country, do people prefer to repair or replace broken things? Give an example. 4. If a repair costs more than expected, how would you deal with it? ✨ Let’s practice real-life English — one repair at a time!

Imagine you are at a repair shop (for your computer, phone, or car). Write 5–6 sentences using at least 2 of the vocabulary words above. 📝 Your Task: Answer these questions in writing: 1. What problem are you having with your device or car? 2. How long has it been broken? 3. What do you want the technician/mechanic to do? 4. Do you ask about the warranty or the cost? 5. What do you hope will happen after the repair?

Here are 10 super useful words and phrasal verbs you can use when something breaks and needs fixing: 1. Broken / Damaged = not working or in bad condition 2. To Fix / To Repair = to make something work again 3. Technician / Mechanic = a person who repairs devices or vehicles 4. Warranty = a written guarantee to repair or replace if it breaks 5. Parts = pieces that make up a device or machine 6. Cost / Price / Fee = the money you need to pay 7. Break down = to stop working suddenly 8. Figure out = to solve or understand a problem 9. Set up = to install or prepare for use 10. Look into = to investigate a problem 📝 Task: Write a short story (5–6 sentences) about fixing your phone, computer, or car. Use at least 3 of these words and 1 phrasal verb. 💬 📌 Example: Yesterday my laptop broke down, so I took it to a technician. He told me the parts were damaged and it would cost $50 to repair. I asked him to look into the problem more carefully. Finally, he managed to fix it and gave me a 3-month warranty. ✨ Real-life English starts with real-life problems — even when things break!