It is a circular object, carried in the waistcoat pocket on a chain. It needs to be wound up. It has gone out of fashion, although it was very popular with gentlemen. A practical fashion accessory. Answer: Pocket watch.

This is an object that contains a needle, that always points in the same direction, and is very useful when you need to get your bearings. Good for explorers and adventurers. Compass

An electrical mod-con (a household electrical appliance) that you find in almost every British kitchen. It is used for boiling water. You will need one of these if you want to make a nice cup of hot tea. Kettle.

A long thin tube that contains mercury, and is put into the mouth under the tongue in order to take the temperature of a person who is ill. It’s made of glass.

Thermometer.

This is something that goes off in the morning. It might also go off at any other time of the day, if you decide to set it at a different time, for example, after a little afternoon nap (or siesta). Alarm clock.

This is made of wood and metal, and is attached to the wall with metal brackets. You can put anything on it, although the most common thing would be to fill it with books. Libraries are full of them. Shelf/Shelves.

A metal object that is always spoken about in the plural. It has two blades, and two holes to put your fingers through in order to use it. Barbers love them. Be careful! They’re sharp! Keep out of reach of children. Scissors.

This item is very thin and quite long. It has an eye at one end, and a sharp point at the other. It is made of metal, and you can use it to sew. To use it correctly, just put a cotton thread through it. Needle.

If you wanted to join pieces of paper together, you might consider using this object. It is made of metal with a rubber base, and can be bought in any good stationers. It is found on most office desks. Stapler.

Every student in the class has one. We hope that you’ve used yours this morning before coming out. Wouldn’t want you to have smelly breath, would we? It has lots of bristles, and is made of plastic. Toothbrush.

The do-it-yourself enthusiasts of the class will definitely have one of these. For house or mechanical repairs it is essential. Take the handle in your hand and rotate it, to put in or take out screws. Screwdriver.

Those household cans can be difficult to open! Why not buy yourself one of these useful devices? Just take the tin, pierce the top, and twist around the edge of the can until its open. It’s that easy! Tin-opener/Can-opener.

You’ll find these in the pocket of a lot of men’s jeans, women’s handbags, and on the bathroom shelf. Take this metal or plastic object out, and run it through your hair. There! You’re beautiful again! Comb.

Girls love to put this stuff on. They won’t be too happy, if they find it on their boyfriend’s shirt collar though! It comes in all different shades, and must be applied to the lips. Lipstick.

A common household item, that’s difficult to pronounce. It has a silent ‘r’. Use it on clothes to flatten them, to steam them, or to take the creases out of them. Careful! Don’t burn your fingers! Iron.

It’s usually long and thin, and is most common in the colour white. It often comes in a ball. Tie things up with it. Wrap it round a parcel. Cut lengths of it off. Can also be bought in the stationer’s. String.

It’s round, hollow and inflatable. Kick, throw, pass or shoot it. It’s made of leather or sometimes plastic. Some people think it’s a matter of life or death, but it’s much more important than that. Football.

It’s like a cup, but it’s a bit bigger. A cup is smaller and more delicate and comes with a saucer. This doesn’t. It has a handle. You drink your tea from it. Found in all kitchens and cafés. Mug.

When it’s dark and you are out camping, or looking for something in the back garden, you’ll find this thing very useful. Pop some batteries in the back. Turn it on. A beam of light. Great! Now we can see again. Torch.

This is something that you’ll need if you want to put some nails into the wall. Very useful for household renovations. It has a long wooden handle and a thick metal head. Don’t hit you thumb with it! Ouch! Hammer.

Sometimes those lids are hard to get off. What you need is this metal instrument to make the job easier. Take hold of the wooden handle, twist it, and there you are! Ready to drink! Bottle opener.

An electrical mod-con that you use in the kitchen. It has a timer, contains springs and has a heating element. Once it it’s ready, it will pop up. You should have a plate and the butter ready. Toaster.

This thing is soft and full of feathers; you will find a few of them in most living rooms. Putting it behind your back will make watching the television much more comfortable. Relax and enjoy! Where’s my pipe? Cushion.

This is a type of book that contains pages that you can put things into. They are covered with plastic. When you finish your holiday fill it up, and enjoy the memories that looking at the snaps will bring. Album.

It is either sharp or blunt. This object has a handle and a blade, and is used for chopping or carving food. Be careful with the pronunciation! You can’t pronounce all those letters. Knife.

This useful object is always plural. The frames come in all different shapes and sizes and are very expensive when you consider that they are so small. You’ll need the correct lenses too. Glasses./ Spectacles.

When you are next cooking, you could use one of these. It has a flat base and a rim around the edge. There is a lid to go on top too. This won’t always be necessary. Only touch the handle or you’ll get burnt. Saucepan.

No bathroom is complete without one of these wonderful objects. Lock yourself in there, and spend hours gazing at your reflection in it. You’ll find one in the hall and the bedrooms too. Mirror.

This is a small piece of stationery that is used to get rid of writing or drawings that have been done in pencil. It has a different name in American English. The name is the same as the substance. Eraser. /Rubber.

This is a flat piece of metal or plastic that would be used by a waiter or waitress to carry things on. You might put your plates on this, if you decide to eat your dinner in front of the television while sat on the sofa. Tray.

It’s large, it’s usually white in colour, and you find it on a bed. You need to be careful how you pronounce it or you’ll end up saying a swearword. Wear it over your head if you want to look like a ghost! Sheet.

This is necessary for the process that occurs after you cut food up. You use this object to pick things up from the plate before you put them into your mouth. It is made of stainless steel, and is held in the left hand. Dinner’s ready! Fork.

This is the perfect item for getting rid of that beard! Men can use it on their faces in the morning. But gentlemen, don’t leave it at the side of the bath, or your wives will use it to shave their armpits! Urghh! Razor.

It’s been a hard day at work. Take those uncomfortable shoes off, and put a pair of these nice, soft, comfy things on instead. Ah!! That’s better! Now where is that newspaper of mine? Slippers.

It is the shape of a cube. It has numbers on each side and should be rolled. Gamblers love them. Absolutely essential for board games, and for playing craps in the local casino. Shake, rattle….. and roll! Good luck! Die./ Dice.

Put your clothes, and your coats on this thing, then take it and hang it up in the wardrobe. This will help to retain its shape much longer. You won’t need to iron them either. Can be made of metal or plastic. Coat hanger.