Real or Fake #19

(1) Read the story. (2) Tell the story in your own words. (3) Ask the questions.
One family found themselves in a difficult situation when packing up to head home after vacationing in Phoenix, Arizona. Though the Henderson family had thoroughly enjoyed their stay at the Airbnb, they had neglected to read the listing in detail. In addition to stripping the sheets off the beds and piling used towels in the laundry room, they would also be required to perform a full floor-to-ceiling remodel on the kitchen.

“I know we’re expected to tidy up a bit and leave the place in good condition,” Jeff Henderson said, “but installing new custom cabinets and a marble countertop is more than I anticipated.”

Jeff’s wife, Tina, agreed. “It makes the price of the place feel a lot less reasonable,” she said.

The Hendersons are currently trying to dispute the contract.
Vocabulary
head home = go home

strip the sheets = remove all the bedsheets

tidy up = clean up
Comprehension Questions
  1. Where did the Hendersons stay?
  2. Which room are they required to remodel?
  3. Name two things that people usually do before leaving an Airbnb.
Discussion Questions
  1. What would you do if this happened to you?
  2. Have you ever stayed in an Airbnb? What are the pros and cons?
  3. Where did you go on your last vacation?
  4. Which room in your home would you like to remodel?
  5. Do you always read the fine print?
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