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A2 / B1 PRACTICE

Report a problem at home

Explain what you observed, where the problem is and when someone can visit. You do not need to diagnose the technical cause to make a clear request.

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Describe an observable problem and agree on a practical time for a visit.

01 · NOTICE THE EXCHANGE

A short model you can adapt.

Alex reports a lamp that will not turn on. This is a language example, not repair instructions or tenancy advice.

Alex

The lamp in the living room won’t turn on. Could someone check it, please?

Sam

A repair visit is available tomorrow between ten and twelve.

Alex

I can be home after eleven. Is eleven thirty possible?

Sam

Yes. We’ll visit tomorrow at eleven thirty.

These are authored language examples. Change the details to fit your own situation.

02 · KEEP THE USEFUL PART

Words with a clear purpose.

  • The lamp won’t turn on.

    Describe what you can observe.

  • Could someone check it, please?

    Request help without diagnosing the cause.

  • I can be home after eleven.

    Give your availability.

  • Please confirm the time before you come.

    Ask for a clear visit arrangement.

State observations before causes“It won’t turn on” describes the problem. “The wiring is faulty” claims a cause you may not know. This lesson gives language practice, not technical or legal guidance.

03 · CHECK THE MEANING

Choose a useful reply.

Try each question, then read the reason. The answer key is available even without JavaScript.

1. Which sentence describes an observation without guessing the cause?
See the answer and why

The answer is “The lamp won’t turn on.” It reports the observable problem without diagnosing a cause.

2. Alex is available after eleven. Which appointment fits?
See the answer and why

The answer is “Tomorrow at eleven thirty.” It falls after eleven and within the offered ten-to-twelve visit window.

04 · PUT IT INTO PRACTICE

Take a related adventure.

The inn repair quest practises a similar request in a fictional guest room. It does not provide real repair instructions.

Try the A2 related quest →

This short lesson targets A2 / B1 practice. The related village quest has its own scene and level choices. Levels are editorial targets, not proficiency certificates.