Learning objectives
- Recognise the form and meaning of directions and clarification.
- Use directions and clarification in controlled A1 sentences.
- Identify and correct common beginner errors.
- Apply the concept in a short personal or everyday context.
Directions and clarification
Ask for directions, understand simple route instructions and request clarification.
Grammar rules
- Use imperatives for directions.
- Use polite expressions when information is not understood.
Examples
- Go straight ahead.
- Turn right at the bank.
- Sorry, I don't understand.
- Could you say that again, please?
Common mistakes
- Using a form that does not agree with the subject or noun.
- Using the correct words in the wrong order.
- Adding or omitting a required auxiliary, article or preposition.
- Choosing a form that changes the intended meaning.
Revision notes
Review the rule, say the examples aloud, write two new examples and retake the concept test until you achieve at least 80%.
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