Drinks and Food

Section 1: Vocabulary Building
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What We Eat and Drink





Food and drinks are an important part of our daily life. In the morning, many people start their day with a cup of coffee. Coffee is a black drink with caffeine that helps people wake up. Some people prefer a cappuccino, which is a kind of coffee with hot milk and chocolate powder on top. It comes from Italy.

For breakfast, many people eat cornflakes. These are small, crisp, yellow pieces of crushed maize that you eat with milk. Milk is a white liquid that comes from cows and is very healthy. Some people like yogurt for breakfast. Yogurt is a thick white liquid made from milk and eaten cold.

Some people prefer a croissant for breakfast. A croissant is a food with a curved shape. Others might enjoy biscuits, which are flat, dry cakes that go well with tea. Tea is made from dried leaves and hot water.

During the day, people drink water. Water comes from the tap and is used for drinking and washing. Some people prefer mineral water, which comes from a spring. On hot days, many people drink lemonade, which is a fizzy drink with lemon flavor, or cola, a sweet brown fizzy drink with no alcohol.

For a sweet treat, people might eat a doughnut. Doughnuts are round and filled with jam, fruit, or cream. Some people like to put peanut butter on bread. Peanut butter is a paste that contains a lot of protein.

In the evening, adults might drink alcoholic drinks like beer, wine, or whiskey. Beer is a bitter alcoholic drink made from malt and hops. Wine is an alcoholic drink made from grapes. Champagne is a special sparkling white wine with bubbles that comes from France. Whiskey is a strong alcoholic drink often served with ice and water. Some people prefer cocktails, which are mixed drinks containing alcohol and fruit juice.

Many foods taste better with syrup. Syrup is a thick, sweet liquid or sauce that adds flavor to food.


Reading Comprehension Questions:

1. What helps people wake up in the morning?
2. What is cappuccino?
3. What do people eat cornflakes with?
4. Where does mineral water come from?
5. What is a doughnut filled with?
6. What is beer made from?
7. What is champagne?

True/False Statements:

1. Coffee is a white drink with no caffeine.
2. Yogurt is made from milk.
3. Croissants have a straight shape.
4. Lemonade is an alcoholic drink.
5. Peanut butter doesn't contain protein.
6. Wine is made from apples.
7. Champagne comes from Italy.

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Personal Questions

1: Do you like | coffee | tea | wine | beer | water |?

• Example (coffee): "Yes, I like coffee. I drink it every morning. I prefer it with a little milk. Coffee helps me wake up. I don't drink it in the evening though."

2: How often do you eat | cornflakes | yogurt | biscuits | doughnuts | croissants |?

• Example (yogurt): "I eat yogurt almost every day. I usually have it for breakfast. I like it with fresh fruit. Sometimes I eat it as a snack. It's very healthy."

3: Can you make | coffee | tea | cocktails | lemonade | peanut butter |?

• Example (tea): "Yes, I can make tea. It's very easy. I use tea bags and hot water. I add a little sugar sometimes. My favorite is green tea."

4: Where do you usually buy | milk | mineral water | wine | beer | biscuits |?

• Example (milk): "I usually buy milk at the supermarket. I go there twice a week. I always check the date. I prefer fresh milk. It's not expensive."

5: What's your favorite type of | coffee | tea | wine | beer | yogurt |?

• Example (yogurt): "My favorite type is strawberry yogurt. It's sweet and delicious. I buy it at the local shop. It's not expensive. I eat it for breakfast."

6: Is | coffee | tea | water | milk | cola | better for your health?

• Example (water): "Yes, water is better for health. It has no sugar or calories. I drink eight glasses daily. It helps me stay healthy. Doctors recommend drinking water."

7: When do you usually drink | coffee | tea | wine | beer | milk |?

• Example (tea): "I usually drink tea in the afternoon. I have it at about 4 o'clock. I drink it with biscuits. It helps me relax. Sometimes I drink it in the evening too."

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One-Minute Talking Points

Coffee

1. What is coffee? (black drink, caffeine)
2. Types you know?
3. How often do you drink it?
4. Where do you usually buy it?
5. Can you make coffee yourself?
6. Morning or evening drink?
7. With sugar or without?
8. Better than tea? Why?

Beer

1. What is beer? (alcoholic, bitter, hops)
2. Types you know?
3. How often do you drink it?
4. Where can people buy it?
5. Is it expensive in your country?
6. When do people usually drink it?
7. With food or without?
8. Better than wine? Why?

Yogurt

1. What is yogurt? (milk product, cold)
2. Types you know?
3. How often do you eat it?
4. When do you usually eat it?
5. With fruit or plain?
6. Good for health? Why?
7. Do you make it at home?
8. Children like it? Why?

Croissant

1. What is a croissant? (curved, bread)
2. When do people eat it?
3. With butter or jam?
4. Can you make them?
5. Sweet or savory types?
6. Better than bread? Why?
7. For breakfast or snack?
8. Where can you buy good ones?

Water

1. What is water? (clear liquid, drinking)
2. Tap or bottled? Why?
3. How much do you drink daily?
4. Cold or room temperature?
5. With meals or between?
6. Is your local water good?
7. Importance for your health?
8. Mineral water or normal water?

Cocktail

1. What is a cocktail? (mixed drink, alcohol)
2. Types you know?
3. How often do you drink them?
4. Where can people get cocktails?
5. Can you make any cocktails?
6. For special occasions? Which ones?
7. Favorite ingredients in cocktails?
8. Expensive or cheap in bars?

Biscuits

1. What are biscuits? (flat, dry cake)
2. Types you know?
3. How often do you eat them?
4. With tea or coffee?
5. Sweet or savory types?
6. Can you make them?
7. Best time to eat them?
8. Children like them? Why?

Milk

1. What is milk? (white liquid, cow)
2. How often do you drink it?
3. Cold or warm? Why?
4. Good for health? Why?
5. In coffee or tea?
6. When during the day?
7. Different types of milk?
8. Children should drink it? Why?

Peanut Butter

1. What is peanut butter? (paste, protein)
2. How do people eat it?
3. Do you like it? Why?
4. On bread or with something else?
5. Smooth or crunchy type?
6. Is it healthy? Why?
7. Common in your country?
8. Children or adults prefer it?

Wine

1. What is wine? (alcohol, grapes)
2. Red or white? Your preference?
3. Special occasions for wine?
4. With food or without?
5. Famous wine countries?
6. Expensive or cheap in shops?
7. How often do you drink it?
8. Better than beer? Why?

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Adults should avoid alcoholic drinks

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For

• Alcohol can harm your health — keywords: liver, sick, doctor
• Alcohol makes people tired and affects sleep — keywords: sleep, tired, no energy
• Alcohol can cause bad behaviour or fights — keywords: fight, angry, regret
• Avoiding alcohol saves money for the family — keywords: money, spend, save
• No alcohol helps keep homes safe and calm — keywords: family, safe, calm

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• Alcohol is part of many social events — keywords: party, friends, toast
• Some adults enjoy a small drink for taste — keywords: wine, taste, relax
• Alcohol is used in cultural traditions and celebrations — keywords: wedding, tradition, celebrate
• A small amount of alcohol helps some people relax — keywords: calm, lower stress, unwind
• Some people work with alcohol (jobs) and need it for work — keywords: bartender, sommelier, job