The adult ‘boomerang kids’ moving home to their parents
This is a list of key vocabulary and expressions from the article in order of how useful they are. The student must choose 6 items from the list to study in the lesson.
To save money/ time/ energy etc.
To be obsessed (with something/ someone)
To be meant to do/ be something
To do chores/ A chore
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
1. What do you know about Sheridan Block?
2. According to the article, why are there so many ‘boomerang kids’?
3. According to the article, are there any benefits to boomeranging?
4. What do the experts say about the future of boomeranging?
5. ‘If everyone lived in a multi-generational family household, our society would be much happier and better.’ Do you agree?
6. ‘I would have no problem at all living with my parents/ adult children.’ Is this true for you?
7. ‘I was over the moon when I first left home.’ Is this true for you?
8. ‘Watching football together is my favourite family activity.’ Is this true for you?
9. ‘I’m currently living in my dream home.’ Is this true for you?
10. ‘I absolutely love big family get-togethers.’ Is this true for you?
11. ’30 is the best age to be.’ Do you agree?
12. ‘In my native country, there is a tradition of having a big family meal on a Sunday.’ Is this true for you?
13. ‘My life is very similar to the life my grandparents had.’ Is this true for you?
14. ‘When you’re a young adult, your career should be your number one priority.’ Do you agree?
15. ‘My ambitions have changed a lot since I was 18.’ Is this true for you?