Flashcards on Housing: Types, Living, and Home Life
Housing: Types, Living, & Home Life Guide for Students
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19 cards
Card 1
Question: What is a detached house and who is it suitable for?
Answer: A detached house stands alone surrounded by gardens and is suitable for families.
Card 2
Question: How is a semi‑detached house defined?
Answer: A semi‑detached house consists of two houses joined side by side as mirror images.
Card 3
Question: What are terraced houses and where are they often found?
Answer: Terraced houses are connected in a row and are often found in cities.
Card 4
Question: Describe a cottage and where it is commonly traditional.
Answer: A cottage is a small, cozy house often made of wood or stone; these are traditional in Britain and common in the countryside.
Card 5
Question: What is a bungalow and why is it comfortable for elderly people?
Answer: A bungalow is a one‑storey house that is comfortable for elderly people because there are no stairs.
Card 6
Question: What term is used for multi‑unit residential buildings in cities?
Answer: Blocks of flats or apartment buildings.
Card 7
Question: List typical differences between living in a flat and living in a house.
Answer: Flats are usually smaller, cheaper, easier to maintain, and located in the city but often lack privacy and a garden. Houses offer more space, privacy,
Card 8
Question: What are common steps when buying a house or flat?
Answer: Search for property (agent or online), visit the property, arrange financing (cash or mortgage), complete legal steps (sign contract, register propert
Card 9
Question: What factors do people consider when buying a property?
Answer: Location, size, price, transport, and nearby services.
Card 10
Question: Why might someone prefer renting over buying?
Answer: Renting is more flexible, while owning gives more stability and freedom.