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Today’s topic is:How to order in the coffee shop.
It’s a chilly Wednesday morning. Lisa, a friendly office workerin herlate 20s, walks into herfavorite local coffee shop — Brew & Bean. She’s on her way to work and needs something warm and tasty to start her day. The shop is cozy, with light music
playing, a few customers chatting, and the smell offresh coffee and baked goods in the air. Lisa approaches the counter with a smile.
Barista: Good morning! Welcome to Brew & Bean. What can I get started for you today?
Lisa: Hi, good morning! I’m still deciding, but I think I’ll go with a medium cappuccino.
Barista: Great choice. Would you like any milk alternatives? We have oat milk, almond, and soy.
Lisa: Yes, I’ll take oat milk, please. Oh—and could I get an extra shot of espresso?
Barista: Of course! So a medium oat milk cappuccino with an extra shot. Would you like it hot or iced?
Lisa: Hot, please. And could you add a sprinkle of cinnamon on top?
Barista: You got it. Anything to eat this morning?
Lisa: Yes. I saw those croissants on the display—do you still have the almond ones?
Barista: Yes, we do! Would you like it warmed up?
Lisa: Yes, please. And actually, can I also get a blueberry muffin to go? My co-worker loves them.
Barista: Sure thing. So that’s one hot medium oat milk cappuccino with an extra shot and cinnamon, one warm almond croissantfor here, and one blueberry muffin to go.
Lisa: Perfect. Oh, and could I get a glass of water,too?
Barista: No problem. Still or sparkling?
Lisa: Just still,thanks.
Barista: Alright, yourtotal comes to $13.60. Will you be paying by card?
Lisa: Yes, here you go.
Barista: All set! Your drink and croissant will be out shortly. I’ll pack the muffin for takeaway.
Lisa: Thanks so much!
Barista: My pleasure. Enjoy your breakfast!
| Word / Phrase | Part of Speech | Meaning (English) | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|
| What can I get started for you today? | Polite question / Sentence | A polite and friendly way to ask what someone wants to order. | The barista asked, “What can I get started for you today?” |
| Oat milk | Noun | A type of plant-based milk made from oats. It is smooth and slightly sweet. | I usually order coffee with oat milk. |
| Almond (milk) | Noun | Milk made from almonds. A plant-based milk with a light, nutty taste. | Can I have an almond milk latte? |
| Soy (milk) | Noun | Milk made from soybeans. A dairy-free milk often used in lattes and cappuccinos. | Soy milk is very popular in coffee shops. |
| A sprinkle of cinnamon | Noun phrase | A very small amount of cinnamon added on top of food or drinks. | She added a sprinkle of cinnamon to her coffee. |
| Warm up | Verb phrase | To make something hot or warm, usually using a microwave or oven. | Can you warm up the muffin, please? |
| Blueberry muffin | Noun phrase | A small, sweet cake with blueberries baked inside. | I’ll have a blueberry muffin with my coffee. |
| Still or sparkling? | Question | A question asking if you want regular water or fizzy water. | The server asked, “Still or sparkling?” |
| Would you like… | Polite phrase | A polite way to offer something or ask what someone wants. | Would you like anything else? |
Match each phrase with the correct meaning.
Use the correct word or phrase from the box.
(oat milk – almond milk – soy milk – warm up – blueberry muffin)
Answer in full sentences.
Make a polite sentence using “Would you like…?”
Example: Would you like some sugar in your coffee?
Exercise 1:
1–b, 2–d, 3–c, 4–a, 5–e
Exercise 2:
Exercise 3:
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