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79 Lost and found 06 LANGUAGE SKILLS EXPLORE LOOK AGAIN EXTRAS Read the article and comments again. Who believes these things? 1 It’s nice to have possessions that remind you of good times. 2 Cleaning can reduce stress. 3 No one needs a clutter consultant. 4 People are wrong to think buying new things will make their lives better. 5 It’s a good idea to let other people have the things you don’t need. What do you think about each of the opinions in 1–5? Talk together. Complete these sentences with the words in the box. Then read the article to check. away (3x) of up (2x) 1 Do you hoard things and never throw them ? 2 I’d tidy the front room. 3 I’d clean the kitchen. 4 I’d put the kids’ toys in their cupboards. 5 Every year, we get rid a lot of our old stuff. 6 It’s good to give stuff you don’t need any more. Discuss the questions. 1 Do you find it easy to throw or give things away? 2 Do you ever take things to second-hand shops or swap shops? 3 How often do you get rid of old stuff and replace it? Do you usually sell it, give it away or throw it away? 4 Would you use the services of an organisation like The Declutterers ? (see flyer below) 2 a b VOCABULARY 3 Multi-word verbs: tidying and cleaning SPEAKING 4 The DECLUTTERERS Get rid of all that unwanted stuff and do some good at the same time!!! Have you ever despaired at the mess in your basement or tried in vain to find something in your attic? Let us help you and others less fortunate! We offer free collection of clothes, shoes, furniture, books, records and CDs, electrical appliances, towels, bedding and toys. Collection every first Monday of the month. Please put your clutter outside your front door marked The DECLUTTERERS. All proceeds go to Halifax Orphanages: www.halifaxorphanages.com Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv