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Instructions and Directions: Giving

This document provides guidance on giving instructions and directions. It lists examples of common tasks people may need instructions for, such as creating a web page, riding a bike, or using a camera. The document then outlines useful phrases for signaling different stages of a process, including the first, intermediate, and final stages. Additional phrases are provided for indicating manner, purpose, and timing. The document also gives examples of asking for and giving directions, as well as instructions used in public places. It notes that instructions can be direct commands or indirect requests. Lastly, the document offers tips for effectively communicating instructions.

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Instructions and Directions: Giving

This document provides guidance on giving instructions and directions. It lists examples of common tasks people may need instructions for, such as creating a web page, riding a bike, or using a camera. The document then outlines useful phrases for signaling different stages of a process, including the first, intermediate, and final stages. Additional phrases are provided for indicating manner, purpose, and timing. The document also gives examples of asking for and giving directions, as well as instructions used in public places. It notes that instructions can be direct commands or indirect requests. Lastly, the document offers tips for effectively communicating instructions.

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GIVING INSTRUCTIONS

AND DIRECTIONS
By

BONALA KONDAL

GIVING INSTRUCTIONS
How to create a web page How to save a word file How to use a mobile phone How to ride a bike for the first time How to prepare tea/coffee How to tune the television How to use a camera/set an alaram How to make a flower bouquet How to use a cassette player/music system How to draw a picture/rangoli

SOME USEFUL PHRASES

Signalling the first step/stage Firstly/ first of all/ to begin with Initially the first step/stage is begins with Signalling the intermediate stage Secondly/thirdly, etc., after this next/then/subsequently the next step is / in the next stage / in the following stage

CONTD.

Signalling the final stage Later Eventually following this until lastly/ finally/ in the last stage finishes with/ concludes with the last step is / in the last stage Previously / earlier before this/ prior to this, during when this happens/ while, at the same time simultaneously Beforehand

CONTD.

Some additional phrases


Beforehand Previously Earlier before this prior to this During when this happens While at the same time simultaneously ...

CONTD.

Phrases to indicate manner and purpose


In such a way that with care Precision slowly carefully, etc. in a careful way manner, so that in order to so as to so as not to

ASKING FOR DIRECTIONS


Useful Phrases

How do I get to .? whats the best way to ? Where is ? Is there a . Near here? How do I find? Can you help me find ? How far is ?

Make use of the expression to build the conversation

GIVING DIRECTIONS

Go straight on (until you come to .) Turn back./go back Turn left/ right (into street) Go along . Cross . Take the first/second road on the left/right Its on the left/right Straight on Opposite

CONTD.
Near Next to Between At the end (of) On/at the corner Behind In front of (just) around the corner Traffic lights Crossroads, junction

INSTRUCTIONS AT PUBLIC PLACES


Pull the chain to stop the train. Break the glass in case of fire. Turn the lever to the right for hot water. Check the temperature of the water before use. Turn off lights before you leave. Switch off your mobile phones.

INSTRUCTIONS ARE GIVEN IN TWO WAYS


A

direct instruction beginning with the verb:


Deliver the copies

Fax the letter

Indirect

instruction in the form of a request

Can/could you send her a copy of the letter of intent? Shed like you to meet her at Postpone the meeting, will you?

POINTS TO REMEMBER

Listen to instructions carefully. At every stage confirm that you have done what you have been asked to do. When you are unsure about something, do not hesitate to clarify it. Ensure that you give them slowly and clearly. Check that the listener has understood your instructions. Offer to repeat instructions or give helpful hints if you think the listener has a problem.

THANK YOU

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