Unit 2: Rules and Regulations

Unit Purpose

The purpose of this unit is to enable students to interpret and discuss rules and regulations and warning signs/notices, as well as to express obligation.

Social Practice: Carrying out certain transactions

2.1. Giving warnings and stating prohibition

Sample productions: Be careful/Warning/... (Wet fl oor/Flammable gas/...); Keep away from children/sunlight/...; Dangerous curve/intersection ahead; Do not litter/trespass/...; No running/ cycling/... (in this area/the playground/...); Teachers/Personnel only; Never leave luggage/a child/... unattended; No cameras/parking/... allowed; Students mustn’t leave the classroom/take books out of the library/... (without permission).

2.2. Expressing obligation 

Sample productions: I have to leave the class early/study for the exam/...; He/She has to prepare
a presentation/make the bed/...; Students have to arrive on time/show their ID card at the school
entrance/…; You must keep your helmet on/your belongings with you at all times; Dogs must be
carried; Students must wear a lab coat (in the Science laboratory)/do the homework.