Everyday English (Vocabulary Building)

Topic: The Internet

Lesson Notes May 16, 2023 (Vocabulary Building)

• Some time ago we made a reservation to copy sutras at a temple.

• Does anyone know any temples where you can copy sutras?

• We have to sit with our legs folded and resting on our ankles.

• It’s difficult for me to use a brush to do calligraphy.

• “A class” can be modified using (an / the) + (outdoor / indoor) + subject + class

• An outdoor painting class

• An indoor gardening class

• The local cooking school will hold their annual outdoor cooking class next month.

• Which package would you choose, World Cup package or Sightseeing package?

• Tourist companies offer a wide variety of packages, from city holiday packages to extravagant beach getaway packages.

• We need to postpone our summer getaway, we should reschedule it for after summer.

The Internet

• You can use Netflix to download a TV show or movie to watch it later.

• I prefer to buy CDs for my collection, rather than stream the music.

• You can connect and keep in contact with friends and family by (text messages / messages).

• I use the internet for e-commerce, and reading the news.

• I check Google and Yahoo news sites, and sometimes the weather news.

• I mostly check my email, and some news websites.

• I use the internet to check the results of sport games, and to research plant names, restaurants and places to visit.