chores- something that has to be
done that we don't really enjoy. In this case- things (work) that
needs to be done in the house to keep it in good condition
Examples of chores:
make the bed- arrange the blankets to look nice
wash the dishes/ dry the dishes/ put the dishes away
fill the dishwasher/ empty the dishwasher- put dishes in,
take them out
take out the garbage (or trash)- from inside to outside
sweep the floor- with a broom
mop the floor- with a mop
vacuum the rug (or carpet)- with a vacuum cleaner
clean the bathroom/ clean the sink/ clean the toilet
mow the lawn (or grass)- cut the grass
clean out the garage- remove things that don't belong
there
Dialogue
Mother: Children, Grandma and Grandpa are coming to visit this
evening and I need you to help me with some chores. Have you all made
your beds?
Children: Yes, Mom.
Mother: Tommy, I want you to fill the dishwasher and then wash and
dry the big dishes that can't fit in the dishwasher.
Tommy: Okay.
Mother: Tracy, I want you to take out the garbage. Then sweep and
mop the kitchen floor, okay?
Tracy: Sure. I'm excited Grandma and Grandpa are coming.
Mother: And Evan, would you please clean the bathroom?
Evan: Oh Mom, I hate cleaning the toilet.
Mother: Okay, you clean the sink and bathtub, and I'll clean the
toilet. But then I would like you to help your Dad clean out the garage.
Deal?*
Evan: Yeah.
Mother: Okay then, let's get started. I'm going out to mow the
lawn. Come get me if you need me.
*Deal?= do you agree?
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