Speaking: Origami and Paper Crafts
Origami and paper crafts
Answers and an explanation for each question appear once you add this activity to your own library.
Module 1: Getting Started with Origami
Learn basic words and sentence steps before speaking practice.
How to Use This Lesson
👩🏫 For Teachers:
This 10-minute module builds core vocabulary and sentence structures.
Check answers automatically through the inputs or review them together as a class.
🧑🎓 For Learners:
First, complete the word blanks and matching rows by clicking or typing.
Next, read the sentence pattern cards out loud to prepare for Module 2.
✏️ Part 1: Vocabulary Review
Read each sentence and type the missing craft word into the blank box.
Word bank: craft / rectangle / edge / paper / airplane
1. We fold a flat sheet of ____ to make shapes.
2. A shape with four straight sides and four right corners is a ____.
3. I like to fold paper to make a flying paper ____.
4. Press down along the outer line or ____ of the sheet.
5. Origami is a fun paper ____ that anyone can try.
🔗 Part 2: Match Common Collocations
Match each phrase on the left to its meaning on the right.
💬 Part 3: Useful Sentence Patterns
Learn these 3 simple patterns to describe steps when making paper crafts.
First, I...
Use this to say step number one.
"First, I choose a red paper rectangle."
After that, I...
Use this to show the next step.
"After that, I draw a blue stripe on top."
I can make...
Use this to state your end result.
"I can make a small paper bunny."
Check Your Sentence Patterns
Choose the best word to start step 1 of your craft explanation:
Module 2: IELTS Speaking Part 1 Practice
Record your answers to 6 everyday speaking questions and get instant AI feedback.
Speaking Instructions:
• Click the record button under each question and answer out loud in simple English.
• After recording, open the model answer card below the question to compare your response.
Do you like to make things with paper?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer Click to viewWell, yes I do. I love making paper crafts at home. It's really fun for me, and I do it every weekend.
Useful phrases & notes:
- yes I do - a direct, clear answer
- love making - like to create
- really fun - very enjoyable
- do it - perform the activity
Do you know how to make a paper airplane?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer Click to viewWell, yes I do. I know how to fold a basic plane. It flies fast, and I make them with my brother.
Useful phrases & notes:
- yes I do - a short simple reply
- know how - have the skill
- flies fast - moves quickly in air
- make them - create paper planes
Who shows you how to make new things?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer Click to viewWell, my mom usually shows me how to make crafts. She helps me fold paper, and we have fun together.
Useful phrases & notes:
- my mom - my mother
- shows me - teaches me
- helps me - gives me assistance
- have fun - enjoy our time
Is it easy or hard to fold paper?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer Click to viewWell, it's very easy for me. I fold paper all the time, so I can do it pretty quickly now.
Useful phrases & notes:
- it's very easy - simple to do
- fold paper - bend paper sheets
- can do - am able to do
- pretty quickly - quite fast
Do you give paper cards to your friends?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer Click to viewWell, yes I do. I make cards for birthdays. I give them to my friends, and they like it a lot.
Useful phrases & notes:
- yes I do - yes, I give cards
- make cards - create paper cards
- give them - hand them over
- like it - enjoy getting them
What do you do after dinner at home?
[Bài tập luyện nói]
💡 Model Answer Click to viewWell, after dinner, I usually relax in my room. I fold paper figures or watch TV with my family.
Useful phrases & notes:
- after dinner - following the evening meal
- usually relax - normally rest
- fold paper - make origami shapes
- watch TV - view television
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