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Chapter 4 Daily Life

Unit 1: Home Appliances

Modern technology constantly updates the way we live. At home, different appliances
operate everyday and make life easier. On the other hand, having a lot of these
devices also entails consuming more electrical energy. Briefly discuss how you and
your family observe proper energy consumption using these home appliances.

Answer A:
The most utilized home appliances we have are the refrigerator, TV, air conditioner, gas range,
and the heater. To ensure proper energy consumption, we turn off or unplug an appliance when
not in use. We regulate TV viewing among family members. The air conditioner is turned on
mostly during summer season and the heater is used during cold winter days. Our gas range
uses liquefied petroleum gas instead of electricity. We clean the house using a broom and cloth
instead of the vacuum cleaner. Other electrical devices like the computer have regulated use
as well. We are glad that our electric bill remains low. Our family lives a simple lifestyle, so we
minimize dependence on technology. We also spend much of our time outdoors.

Points to emphasize in answering:

Start by citing the appliances frequently used at home.

Then, enumerate the practices observed to ensure proper consumption of energy.

Conclude by giving a general reason why these ways are being practiced.

Vocabulary

consumption - use or spending
unplug - to disconnect from power supply
regulate - to control
liquefied petroleum gas - refined petroleum from natural gas
minimize - to reduce
dependence - the condition of relying on something or someone

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