Asking for Details
What does it look like?
How big is it? (What size is it?)
How much does it weigh?
What color is it?
What’s it made out of?
What is it?
What does it do?
What the purpose of (. a refrigerator)?
What do you use a (. peeler) for?
How does a (. water heater) work?
Sample Response
It’s small, with eight hairy legs.
It’s 3 meters, by 4 meters, by 5 meters.
It weighs 25 kilograms.
It’s bright yellow, brighter than a banana.
It’s made of plastic and aluminum.
It's a musical instrument.
It puts a sharp point on wooden pencils.
The purpose of a refrigerator is to keep food cold so it does not spoil.
A peeler is used to remove the skin of fruits or vegetables.
Water is collected in a large tank and heated by either gas or electricity.
Describing the Objects Used for Leisure Activities
In my free time, I like to __________________ (activity you like to do).
To _________________ (activity you like to do), you need (1) ____________, (2) ____________, and (3) _____________ (list three objects that are required for the activity).
Give at least three details for each object.
It is used for _______________________ (describe the purpose of the object).
Example:
In my free time, I like to play the guitar .
To play the guitar , you need a guitar, a pick, and a tuner .
A guitar is a musical instrument. It is usually made out of wood. It is about one meter tall. It has a large, eggplant shaped body with a long, thin neck. It has six strings that you pluck to make sounds. It can be the color of wood or can be painted any color.
A pick is small. It is about the size of your thumb. It is triangular. It is made out of plastic. You use it to play the strings of a guitar.
A tuner is a tool that that helps you ensure the strings of the guitar are in tune. One model is 10cm long, 6cm wide, and 1cm tall. It is electronic and requires batteries. It is made out of plastic. It is sold in the colors black and silver.