Task 4 - Read the task above. For each of the four points, think of one advantage of staying with a host family and one advantage of staying in university accommodation - SHS Friends Global 11 page 56

1. Nội dung câu hỏi

In his/her gap year, a friend is going to spend three months studying English at a British university. He/She can stay with a host family or in university accommodation with other foreign students. Your friend asks you for advice on the best option. Discuss these points:

• Convenience and cost

• Social life

• Opportunities to practise your English

• Getting to know Britain and British culture

From the point of view of location and convenience, the university accommodation would be better because...

From the point of view of cost, a host family would be better because...

2. Phương pháp giải

Đọc bài tập bên trên. Đối với mỗi điểm trong bốn điểm, hãy nghĩ về một lợi ích khi ở với gia đình bản xứ và một lợi ích khi ở trong ký túc xá của trường đại học.

3. Lời giải chi tiết

Convenience and cost

- Host family: You can save money on food and transportation costs, as your host family will usually provide you with meals and help you get around.

- University accommodation: You can be close to campus and other student facilities, which can make it easier to get to classes and participate in extracurricular activities.

Social life

- Host family: You can have the opportunity to meet and socialize with people from different backgrounds, including your host family, their friends, and neighbors.

- University accommodation: You can live with other students from your university, which can help you to make friends and build a support network.

Opportunities to practise your English

- Host family: You will have the opportunity to speak English with your host family members on a daily basis.

- University accommodation: You will be surrounded by other students who are also learning English, which can provide you with opportunities to practise your speaking and listening skills.

Getting to know Britain and British culture

- Host family: You can learn about British culture and customs from your host family members.

- University accommodation: You can participate in university-organized events and activities that will help you to learn more about British culture.