TYPES OF HOUSING
This type of house has no neighbours on either side
A detached house
What type of housing is most common in the centre of Minsk?
Blocks of flats
Name one advantage of living in a detached house
It offers total privacy
What is the person called who owns a property and rents it out?
A landlord / landlady.
These houses are built in a row and share walls with neighbours
Terraced houses
According to the podcast, what is the "British dream" regarding housing?
To own a roof over your head / to have a detached house
What is the main disadvantage of living in a block of flats?
It provides the least amount of privacy
What does the phrase "to meet the criteria" mean in the context of renting?
It means to satisfy the requirements for a house/flat.
Name two types of houses that are associated with rural areas in Britain
A cottage, a bungalow
Are semi-detached houses as common in Belarus as they are in Britain?
No, they aren't as common
What is a "silver lining" of living in a cramped flat?
You learn to be more organized and spend less time on cleaning
What two things did Harry learn about looking for a house (p. 29)?
Be flexible and check everything / assume nothing.
In British English, what is a "maisonette"?
It's a flat that has its own entrance and covers more than one floor
Why are terraced houses in Britain cheaper than end-of-terrace ones?
Because they are less spacious and offer less privacy
What are the disadvantages of homeownership that Jack mentioned in the forum (p. 18)?
You have to pay for renovations and upkeep.
Why is renting becoming more popular among young people in the UK?
It offers more financial freedom and access to a lifestyle they couldn't afford to buy.
What is the difference between a "flat" and an "apartment" in British English?
"Apartment" is used to describe an expensive, posh flat
Compare the housing landscape in a typical British town and in a Belarusian city
In Britain, housing is dominated by terraced and semi-detached houses, while in Belarusian cities, blocks of flats are more common
A person wants to live in a house but can't afford it. Advise them on the advantages of renting a flat.
You don't have to worry about renovations or security.
Role-play: You are a tenant. Ask the landlord three important questions before signing the lease agreement.
(Ученик должен задать вопросы, напр.) "Is the central heating included in the rent? Who is responsible for repairs? Can I keep a pet?"