On Screen C1 p 26

Ex 5. 

a. Listening script:

2b – Exercise 5a (p. 26)
Speaker 1
You know, I’ve often wondered why, with all the technological advances that mankind has made over the years, cars are still effectively the same as they were a century ago. Isn’t it time that we did away with the environmentally unfriendly combustion engine and opt instead for a cleaner source of power? It seems to me that making a case for the development of solar-powered cars is a bit of a no-brainer.
Speaker 2
The problem is not that people don’t want to read, it’s that they physically can’t get their hands on the books to practice their skills. It’s a sad fact that in developing countries people have little or no access to reading material, but with the innovation of mobile devices all that seems to be changing.
In remote areas, where there are no libraries or bookshops, tablets could be the answer to this widespread problem.
Speaker 3
Even though some hospitals are already utilising robotics in surgical theatres, the human element is never far away and that is because robots cannot take calculated risks in situations when they may be necessary to save a life. Where we need robots is to carry out the mundane tasks in order to free up doctors to concentrate on more specialised cases and focus on the research needed to discover cures.
Speaker 4
In order to ensure that all the peoples of the planet have access to enough safe and nutritious food, we need to find a sustainable source. The answer to that may lie with genetically modified crops. The ability to grow plants that are resilient to pests and disease, with the added bonus of reducing our dependence on insecticides, which aren’t good for anyone, would be invaluable. 

no-brainer: a decision or a problem that you do not need to think about much because it is obvious what you should do. Sp. obvio, evidente.

E.g. You're not sure if you should marry Ed? He's good-looking, intelligent, and kind. C'mon, it's a no-brainer!      ¿No sabes si casarte con Ed? Es guapo, es inteligente, es amoroso. ¡Vamos, es obvio!

 

b. Speaking: How could technology be used in the future to solve the problems of illiteracy, air pollution, disease and hunger?

Suggested Answer Key
A: I believe that technology will have a huge impact on illiteracy – especially in developing countries.
Mobile devices, such as tablet computers, make accessing the material that people need to practise their reading skills much easier. The educational software and storage options on a hard drive for an electronic library that a tablet offers provide fantastic opportunities in remote locations.
B: Yes, I agree. And I think technology is going to help reduce air pollution too, by giving us more eco-friendly cars that don’t run on traditional combustion engines. Solar powered cars would vastly reduce carbon emissions and exhaust fumes into the atmosphere.
A: That would be amazing, helping the environment is so important. Technology might be able to solve the problem of disease by creating new medicines and safer surgeries and treatments. Robotic surgery could help a lot in this regard and give surgeons more time to focus on research. What do you think about the problem of hunger?

B: Well, world hunger is certainly an important issue. One solution could be developing more genetically modified crops. This could provide a sustainable source of food for the world, and reduce the use of chemicals in farming as they wouldn’t need insecticides.

On Screen C1 WB p 25 Skills Work (Ex 1 Reading Comprehension MC). Writing Subskills

 Read these instructions for a written production task:

Write a blog post about the benefits and drawbacks of using some digital and technological advancements.

Think of a catchy title.

Think of an introduction that will draw the attention of the reader. Give some clues as to what the blog post is going to be about.

Body: 

Give some specific examples and add personal experiences.

Add a conclusion.

What linking devices could you use?

 

Vocabulary:

rogue: 

(humorous) a person who behaves badly, but despite this is quite attractive. 

E.g. 

He's a bit of a rogue, but very charming. 

I wouldn't use that lawyer, if I were you; he's a rogue.  Sp. No usaría ese abogado si fuera tú, es un granuja.

have egg on your face:

If you have egg on your face, you look stupid because of something that you have done. 

E.g. 

This latest scandal has left the government with egg on its face.

Terry had egg on his face after boasting that the examinations were really easy, but ended up failing most of his papers.

 

Read model:

On Screen C1 WB p 25 Skills Work (Ex 1 Reading Comprehension MC)

 

 

 

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On Screen C1 p 25

Listening and Speaking Ex. Should bionic limbs and organs be used? Should this practice be elective?

bionic: having parts of the body that are electronic, and therefore able to do things that are not possible for normal humans.

elective:  (of medical treatment) that you choose to have. Optional. 

E.g.

elective surgery
an elective operation

Suggested Answer Key:
A I think that it’s wrong to blur the boundaries of artificial and natural to such an extent that some people may end up not even being recognisably human.
B I’m inclined to agree with you to some extent as the text does imply that some people will use this technology to build super-bodies. I don’t think these sorts of prosthetics should be available for elective surgery for this reason.

C You’ve got a point. I also agree that market forces shouldn’t be allowed to determine how people remain in the future. However, it would be wrong to ban such technology altogether. There are many genuine medical reasons why some people might need them. Such technologies could do a lot of good and help reduce suffering.
D I couldn’t agree more. We could prevent so much unnecessary suffering if we can develop these prosthetics successfully, and it could also mean that disability itself becomes a thing of the past. I’m happy with the normalisation of these kinds of prosthetics and even the idea of brain implants, to allow people to regain sight or hearing, doesn’t make me uncomfortable.

On Screen C1 p 23

Ex 2 Speaking: What technological advancements do you expect to happen?

SAMPLE ANSWER:

 

In terms of personal computing, I think that wearable technology will become more and more popular. We can already see that smartphone technology is blurring the lines between mobiles and traditional computing needs. I expect this to go even further with smart watches and other such super-compact devices. These devices could do everything for us, and we could ‘type’ essays and reports onto a screen just by thinking of what we want to write.
I expect medicine will become more and more personalised, and based on our individual DNA, so each treatment will be unique for each person. I also think that technology will allow us to treat any disease or illness with a simple scan.
I would guess that to save the environment we will have to rely more and more on renewable energy sources. I suspect that we will no longer use any fossil fuels or nuclear energy, and that things like hydroelectric power and wind turbines will become more effective.
I think people will have personal assistant robots that will help them with their daily lives. They will manage people's schedules and diaries, go outside and perform chores for people such as collecting and buying groceries, and help care for children.
In home living, smart homes will not just control the temperature of the heating, but they will also handle all our daily tasks, such as waking us in the morning, opening our curtains, preparing our meals and getting clothes ready for us to wear.
In terms of how these things will impact the world, I think they will make life easier and safer, while protecting and safeguarding the environment and the natural world.

 

blur the line: to make the difference between two things less clear.

E.g.

This film blurs the line between reality and fantasy.

On Screen C1 p 22. (Ex 2 Listening. Talk about where you live)

Speaking:

With a partner talk about where you live 

Listening

Before listening, try to fill in the gaps with only ONE word

Progress check 1 – Exercise 2 (p. 22)
Speaker 1
I’m not close to anything around here. But that’s (1)__________ why I chose it. I need solitude and silence for my work. (2)_____________ the traffic and all the entertainment in the city, I couldn’t concentrate. It really irritated me. I know a lot of people wouldn’t be able to (3)__________ with the isolation here and I have to admit it does get (4)_____________ me sometimes. There are days when I yearn (5)___________ some human contact but, thankfully, those days are few and (6)___________ between. If I had to choose a downside, I’d say it (7)___________ be the fact that I need to have a car. There’s no train station near here and the bus system doesn’t service this area and I need to (8)________ provisions.

Speaker 2
I’ve lived in this neighbourhood my whole life and I have a strong (9)___________ to it. My parents had a house the next street over, where I grew up, and it was the perfect place to (10)__________ a family. It’s got good schools, great parks, all the amenities you need and an excellent public transport system. It was obvious to me that I belonged here. (11)________________, when I got married myself I couldn’t imagine moving (12)____________ else. I’m lucky my wife agreed with me about the merits (13)____________ living here. I guess the only drawback to (14)__________ in such a close-knit community is that there are no secrets. Everybody knows everything about everybody else so any news or gossip spreads like (15)_____________.
Speaker 3
Village life isn’t for everyone. The lack of opportunity puts a lot of people (16)___________, young people especially. Quite a few of the younger generation move to the city as soon as they’re old (17)___________, for work or to study. That’s what my own kids did and it was the right move for them but I actually did the exact opposite. I grew up in the city and it was just too much for me. Everyone was just so aggressive. I guess I longed (18)__________ a slower way of life, and I found it here. Everything is just more relaxed. I do miss the nightlife. There’s not exactly a wealth (19)____________ entertainment on the (20)__________ when you live in a place that only has around one thousand inhabitants, but I don’t really mind.
Speaker 4
This is a great place to live, but I don’t think I want to stay here forever. The (21)__________ of life here is hectic, very different to where I grew up. I suppose that might be part of the problem. Everyone is running around so much they don’t take the time to connect with each other. That’s what I miss about home. (22)____________ up in a place where everyone knows you has its drawbacks but you could rely (23)__________ your neighbours. I still don’t know mine and I’ve been here a year already. It gets a bit lonely sometimes but I had to come. I mean, I had no choice. The course I wanted to do isn’t offered in any of the schools back home.
Speaker 5
It’s a bit overwhelming and quite an adjustment living on your own for the first time. My new flat’s in a noisier area than my parents’ house, but I don’t mind that. The country was perfect for growing up but I was looking for somewhere with a bit more life to it and I’m only five minutes from work, (24)_________ was my main motive for moving. You have to alter your priorities (25)__________, when you live alone. I used to worry about having the latest gadget or fashion, but now I have to save to pay bills. I also have to manage my time better to fit in shopping and cooking. Can you believe, I’ve even put together a cleaning rota, because you have to keep on (26)_____________ of the chores.

KEY

1. exactly

 

 

 

2. Between

 

 

3. cope

 

 

4. to

 

get to somebody ​(informal) to annoy or affect somebody.

E.g.

The pressure of work is beginning to get to him.  

His incessant whistling really gets to me.   Sp.   Su incesante silbido realmente me molesta 

 

 

 

5. for

 

yearn for sth: desire. Sp. anhelar, desear.

E.g.

I yearn for a home-cooked meal.  Sp.    Anhelo comer comida casera. 

 

 

6. far

be few and far between: to be rare. 

E.g.

Jobs are few and far between at the moment.

These days, public telephone boxes are few and far between.  Sp. En estos días las cabinas telefónicas son contadas. 

 

 

 

7. would/  'd 

 

 

 

8. buy

provisions: supplies of food and drink, especially for a long journey.

E.g.

We have enough provisions to last us two weeks.     

We went into town to stock up on provisions.

 

 

 

9. connection

 

 

 

10. raise

 

 

 

11. So

 

 

 

12. anywhere

 

 

 

13. of

 

 

 

14. living

 

 

 

15. wildfire

 

 

 

16. off

 

 

 

17. enough

 

 

 

18. for

long for: to want something very much especially if it does not seem likely to happen soon. Sp. anhelar, ansiar.

E.g.

Lucy had always longed for a brother. 

 

 

19. of

 

 

 

20.  doorstep

on the/your doorstep ​very close to where a person lives.

E.g.

The nightlife is great with bars and clubs right on the doorstep. 

 

 

 

21. pace

 

 

22. Growing

 

 

23. on

 

 

 

24. which

 

 

 

25. though

 

 

 

26. top

 

On Screen C1 p 13. Speaking Skills

Do Ex1

Do Ex 2

Do Ex 3

Script

Before listening to these speakers try to fill in the gaps with ONE word. Then listen and check your answers.
Speaker A
I’m from Munich in Germany. I live with my parents and (1)___________. I like it there. It’s where most of my friends live and there are plenty of things to do. It’s a nice city (2)_________ lots of cafes, parks and museums. The only thing I don’t like is the weather.
Speaker B
I grew up in Munich and now I’m a student there. I certainly (3)__________ like living there, not (4)__________ because it’s a picturesque city with a lot (5)__________ on, but because the way of life is very easy-going and relaxed. This really (6)___________ my nature, but as a keen (7)_________, I also appreciate that the Alps are right (8)__________ my doorstep. The only downside to (9)__________ here is that it’s a pretty expensive city.

KEY

 

1. siblings

 

 

2. with

 

 

3. do

 

 

 

4. only

 

 

 

5. going

 

 

 

6. suits

 

 

 

7. skier

 

 

 

8. on 

 

 

 

9. living

 

 

Do Ex 4

On Screen C1 p 12. Special Events. Listening

 Say if the following statements are true or false

1. For uncle James the event was bittersweet. 

2. The couple was not aware of the extraordinary lengths they had gone to to attend the wedding

3. The trip took place by a hair's breadth. 

4. The little girl cried loudly because she was not fond of the clothes she was wearing.

5. The organisation of the event was a piece of cake for Kevin's parents. 

KEY

1.

 

True (He was ever so grateful, but at the same time quite regretful.)

 

 

2.  

False (Sophie and Barry’s obvious delight that we had made the effort to go)

 

 

3. 

 

True ( it almost didn’t happen at all)

 

 

4. 

 

False (She cried the house down the whole day, poor little thing. Maybe the number of people there was too much for her.)

 

 

5.

 

False (My parents ran themselves ragged trying to arrange everything for an earlier date)

Script

1d – Exercise 5 (p. 12)
Speaker 1
Uncle James was quite overwhelmed that we had gone to such great lengths to organise his retirement bash. He was ever so grateful, but at the same time quite regretful. You see, he had always enjoyed what he did and he had a great rapport with his colleagues. So much so that he really didn’t want to retire. That’s why we weren’t sure if he would be troubled by the celebrations. Luckily, as it turned out, it was just what he needed. An added bonus was that it gave me a chance to catch up with some of the extended family. In particular, my second cousin Denis. I’d never really spoken to him before so it was a good opportunity to rectify that.
Speaker 2
We’re a close-knit family so everyone was delighted that Sophie and Barry were getting hitched but I wasn’t sure if I would be able to make it. When the invitations arrived I was devastated when I realised that the big day coincided with the first day of term. Thankfully, my parents cleared it with my school that I would start the year late so I could attend. It was a lovely ceremony even though most of the other guests were from Barry’s side. But we enjoyed it regardless. What made it for me was Sophie and Barry’s obvious delight that we had made the effort to go, and of course seeing how happy they were together.
Speaker 3
I’m still not sure why I was put in charge of the arrangements for the graduation trip because I had never done anything like it before, but everyone is still telling me what a great time they had. Made me realise I have a talent for organisation. To begin with I had thought to do something simple, like a barbecue, but everyone had such great suggestions I was inspired to incorporate as many of them as I could and we ended up going on an activity camping trip. Although, to tell you the truth, it almost didn’t happen at all. When I made the booking at the campsite, the dates got mixed up, but it all got sorted in the end and there are even plans for a reunion trip soon.

Speaker 4
The barbecue for the twins’ birthday had been planned for weeks but when little Jacob developed a temperature the night before we thought it would be cancelled. Turns out it was just a 12-hour thing and he was right as rain on the big day. If anything, it was his sister that wasn’t happy. She cried the house down the whole day, poor little thing. Maybe the number of people there was too much for her. Anyway, I was thrilled when I saw that their mother had dressed them in the outfits I had made them. My knitting skills have improved immensely and everyone commented on how cute they looked in their outfits. It was a genuine compliment that she had chosen them.
Speaker 5
Your son turning 30 is a pretty big deal so my parents went to a lot of effort to make it a night to remember, but Kevin almost put a spanner in the works when he announced that he was taking a new job in America which was due to start before his birthday. My parents ran themselves ragged trying to arrange everything for an earlier date but they pulled it off. It was a great night and it was really touching when they put on a slide-show of his life. I got a little choked up when it got to the picture of Kevin and me playing with our childhood pet. It reminded me how much I was going to miss my brother when he left. I wasn’t expecting that.

On Screen C1 p 10

 

Do Ex 1  + watch video

waggish: funny, clever and not serious. Sp. gracioso, ocurrente, E.g. waggish remarks. A waggish person.)

prank: a trick, especially one which is played on someone to make them look silly. Sp. broma. 

E.g. 

a childish prank.

He pulled a prank on his mum.

John is always pulling pranks.

I can't believe his mum fell for that prank!

caper: behaviour or an activity that is amusing or silly and not serious Sp. travesura. E.g. the comic capers of a cartoon cat and mouse.

practical joke: a trick that is played on somebody to make them look stupid and to make other people laugh. E.g. play practical jokes on sb: The rubber snake in the fridge scared me so badly that it took me a few minutes to realize it was just my brother playing a practical joke on me.

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On Screen C1 p 9. Relationships. Speaking

 

 

 

A. Have a conversation as natural as possible with a partner about the topic. Use the pictures above and the questions below to help you.

1. Do you know anyone who is always trying to put people down?
2. Can you talk about a couple whose relationship could be described as rocky? Do they fight like cat and dog?
3. Think about someone who got divorced or split up. What turned their relationship sour?
4. Have you ever turned your back on anyone? Do you know anyone who has?
5. Think about someone you have never actually taken to. Do you try to keep them at arm's length?
6. Do you know any teachers who look down on their pupils?
7. Talk about someone you know that keeps himself / herself to himself / herself.

8. Sometimes people can be critical and judgmental without having the intention of hurting us. How do you deal with them?

9. What character traits do you particularly admire in the people you know? Is it openness to change? Admirable people are often open-minded and welcome change throughout their lives. Could it be: humility, loyalty, accountability, resilience, honesty, respectfulness, compassion....?

10.  Have you ever struck up a friendship with someone who is diametrically opposed to you, your values and views? Do you know two people who are like chalk and cheese? What do you do when you don't see eye to eye with somebody?

11. Who is the most gregarious member of your family? What do they do? Are there any members in your family who are very set in their ways? Who is the most headstrong of your friends? And the most opinionated? Does any of them want to be the centre of attention? Who is the life and soul of your family gatherings? Who would you describe as laid-back? Who is the most supportive and sympathetic?

12. Do you take after your mum or dad? Do you know anybody who is the spitting image of their father or mother?

13. Do you agree that nothing is more valuable than a tight-knit group of friends and relatives? 

14. How can you build good rapport with your colleagues? 

15. Do you sometimes go to extraordinary lengths to help others? 

B. MONOLOGUE

Student A

1.    Do you and your parents get on like a house on fire? Do you get on like a house on fire with anybody?

2.    What kind of problems can put a great strain on a relationship?

3.    Which of your acquaintances gets on your nerves? Why?

Student B

1.    Have you ever taken an instant dislike to anyone? Were you proved right or did you have to change your mind later on?

2.    Did any of your teachers ever have it in for you or any of your classmates? Why? What was the cause of this feeling?

3.    Can you tell us about the last time you took an instant liking to somebody?

On Screen C1 p 9 Ex 10. How to be a Good Listener. Written mediation

You have recently noticed that people around you are not listening to one another as they should. You decide to write a blog post on this issue. Use the infographic below to help you. (135 words)

How to be a Good Listener

1. Do not interrupt 

2. Pay attention

3. Don't get bored

4. Listen to more than words

5. Ask for clarification

 Sample answer: On Screen C1 p 9 Ex 10

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highly strung /ˌhaɪli ˈstrʌŋ/ (of a person or an animal) nervous and easily upset. Sp. 'Muy inquieto' 'Intranquilo' 'Un manojo de nervios' 'Desasosegado'

E.g.

a sensitive and highly-strung child
Their new horse is very highly strung.

 

If/ when it comes to the crunch: when a situation becomes extremely serious and a decision must be made. Crunch (Sp. crujido).

E.g.

 If it comes to the crunch and you and your husband do split up, you can always stay with us.

They argue a lot, but when it comes to the crunch, they are very loyal to each other.  Sp. Pelean mucho, pero a la hora de la verdad son muy leales el uno con el otro.

back out (of something) ​to decide that you are no longer going to take part in something that has been agreed

E.g.

He lost confidence and backed out of the deal at the last minute.

At the last minute, the investors backed out. Sp. A último momento, los inversores se echaron atrás.

leave [sb] in the lurch to fail to help somebody when they are relying on you to do so. Abandon. Sp. dejar en la estacada, abandonar. lurch (Sp. sacudida)

E.g.

I’m sorry to leave you in the lurch but I can’t do the presentation with you this afternoon. 

She felt she had been left in the lurch by all her colleagues

speak up:

1. (talk more loudly)    hablar más fuerte.

E.g. Please speak up. I can't hear you!

2. (express an opinion)    decir lo que se piensa, dar la opinión de uno.

E.g.

I always hated to speak up in class, so I got poor grades for oral participation.

There was a brief silence, then Gerald spoke up.

 

put in your two penn'orth /ˈpenəθ/ (also put in your two pennyworth) (both British English) (North American English put in your two cents’ worth)      ​(informal) to give your opinion about something, even if other people do not want to hear it.

E.g.

I thought I'd just throw in (= add) my two cents' worth.

 

On Screen C1. p 7

 Do Ex 3

like chalk and cheese = (of two people) totally different.
e.g. Although they are good friends the girls are like chalk and cheese; their interests are totally different.

glimmer = a dim sign of sth. Sp. destello.
e.g. Ian always stays positive; even if there is only a slight glimmer of hope, he believes that anything is possible.

age-old = existing since old times.
e.g. Friendship is an age-old human quality that has lasted all throughout history.

keep sb at arm's length = to not have a close relationship with sb.
e.g. Jenna finds Alex a little difficult to deal with and prefers to keep him at arm's length.

nonetheless:/ˌnʌnðəˈles/ despite this fact. In spite of the fact that has just been mentioned SYN nevertheless 

E.g. The region was extremely beautiful. Nonetheless Gerard could not imagine spending the rest of his life there.  The paintings are complex, but have plenty of appeal nonetheless. 

pitch in = to help out
e.g. Everyone in the team pitched in to help get the project finished. 

    Everyone pitched in to help prepare the meal.   Sp.   Todos colaboraron/echaron una mano para preparar la cena

tumbling: = acrobatic exercises on the floor
e.g. Melanie does acrobatics and tumbling as part of her gymnastics routine.

mind you: (also mind) used when saying something that is almost the opposite of what you have just said, or that explains or emphasizes it. Sp. a decir verdad, eso sí

E.g.   He looks very young in this photo. Mind you, it was taken years ago.  I love hot weather, but not too hot, mind.

what the future holds: If you wonder what the future holds, you wonder what will happen in the future. Sp. lo que nos depara el futuro.

E.g. Nobody knows what the future holds.

offspring: = children
e.g. John and Mary have four offspring, two daughters and two sons.

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On Screen C1 p 6

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the spitting image of (phr) = sb's lookalike 

e.g. William is the spitting image of Paul, his twin brother; they look totally alike! 

 

prejudice /ˈpredʒədɪs/ [countable, uncountable] an unfair dislike of sb/sth
 

e.g. 

Rob used to show prejudice towards certain beliefs until he realised his dislikes were irrational.

Women still face prejudice in the workplace.

There was often prejudice against people with disabilities.

It takes a long time to overcome these kinds of prejudices.

 

gregarious: /ɡrɪˈɡeəriəs/ sociable
e.g. Anna is very gregarious and loves spending time socialising with her friends.

 

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Vocabulary in the text:

identical twins

non-identical twins 

Identical twins will share the same genetic information so the same genetic markers can be identified. Whereas non-identical twins can be very different; much the same as any other siblings with the same parents. They share around half the same genetic information and traits with each other.

 

character trait:

a characteristic of sb's personality
e.g. His kindness and warm personality are Ben's best character traits. 

diametrically opposed: completely opposite
e.g. Rick and Terry will never agree; their opinions are diametrically opposed.

the flipside of:  the opposite of
e.g. Andrew and his twin brother are the flipside of identical; they look totally different.

the spitting image of: sb's lookalike
e.g. William is the spitting image of Paul, his twin brother; they look totally alike!

wrinkly: /ˈrɪŋkli/ with lines on the skin
e.g. Ellen's grandmother is a kind lady with white hair and a sweet wrinkly face.

gene pool: the characteristic genes of a specific species, tribe, etc
e.g. A gene pool contains all of the genetic information and characteristics of a group of people.

mark sb out: to make sb look clearly different from others.
e.g. Terry's glasses marked him out from all the other teens in his class.

pick on sb

to treat somebody unfairly, by blaming, criticizing or punishing them.

E.g.

She was picked on by the other girls because of her size.

get pulled into fights

E.g. Instead of getting pulled into fights, focus on your schoolwork.

 

wind-up /ˈwaɪnd ʌp/

something that somebody says or does in order to be deliberately annoying, especially as a joke.

E.g.

Is this a wind-up?

 

straightforward:  honest
e.g. Mark is a very straightforward and outspoken person who is always honest with people. 

outspoken: openly expressing your feelings
e.g. Karen is a very outspoken woman; she never worries about keeping her opinions to herself.

preconception: the idea you have before learning the facts
e.g. The girls in Mary's school had a preconception about her personality before they'd even tried to get to know her.

not in the least ​not at all. 

E.g.

Really, I'm not in the least tired.
‘Do you mind if I put the television on?’ ‘No, not in the least.’

 

 

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On Screen C1 p 5 Ex 3. Relationships. True or False. Listening

Do Ex 3 in the book (mediation subskills)

Do Ex 4. 

Read the suggested answer key

The family member that I feel closest to is my older brother Jason. He is laid-back and funny. Even though we fight sometimes, he is somebody that would always stand up for me if I had a problem. Because our ages are close, I feel like he understands me better than my parents do sometimes.

laid-back: calm and relaxed; seeming not to worry about anything.

E.g.

a laid-back attitude to life.

She’s very laid-back about her exams.
He loved the laid-back Caribbean lifestyle.
Steve was very laid-back about it all.

 

stand up for: to support or defend somebody/something.

E.g.

Always stand up for your friends.

You must stand up for your rights.
She had learnt to stand up for herself.

 

Discuss the Words of wisdom

Read the suggested answer key

This is an important quote which highlights how crucial families are to society. It draws attention to the fact that families play an important role in understanding our past as well as shaping who we will be in the future.

On Screen C1 p 5 Ex 3. Relationships. True or False. Listening

Copy these four sentences and say if they are true (T) or false (F).

1. She gets on like a house on fire with her grandad.

2. She is thrilled when her mum offers her constructive criticism.

3. She feels better after they have had an argument. 

4. She finds her aunt rather easy going

 

KEY

1. True (I've always been very close to my grandad) 

 

 

 

2. False (She's really good at pointing out when I've made a wrong decision or when my attitude towards something isn't right- which is annoying sometimes.)

 

 

 

3. False (I always feel better about something after we've had a heart-to-heart)

heart-to-heart: 

a conversation in which two people talk honestly about their feelings and personal problems.

E.g.

to have a heart-to-heart with somebody

 

 

4. True (she's really easy to talk things over with and she does it in a non-judgemental way)

non-judgemental: /ˌnɒn ˌdʒʌdʒˈmentl/

avoiding moral judgements; not quick to judge people and criticize them.

E.g. You need to be a more non-judgemental listener.

 

Script

Module page – Exercise 3 (p. 5)
Speaker 1
I’ve always been very close to my grandad, from the time he and my grandmother used to babysit me when I was a little girl. I feel like I can just be who I am with him, without having to explain my every move, like I do sometimes with my parents. I often go with him on Saturday mornings when he takes his little dog Ginger for a walk in the park and we just stroll around enjoying each other’s company. I know I don’t have to impress him or prove anything to him – he just adores me as I am. That’s such a lovely feeling!
Speaker 2
I mostly get on really well with my mum and, in fact, a few people have asked recently if we are sisters! Our relationship has its ups and downs though. At the end of the day, she’s the parent and I’m the child and, ultimately, what she says goes. What’s great, though, is that if we disagree about something, we usually talk it through until we’ve sorted out the problem. She’s really good at pointing out when I’ve made a wrong decision or when my attitude towards something isn’t right – which is annoying sometimes – but I guess in the end this helps me to become a better person.
Speaker 3
I’m very close to my older sister. We have a lot in common and there’s only fifteen months between us, so we have many of the same friends. We often watch TV and have a laugh together in the evenings, which really helps me to relax after I’ve finished studying. The best thing about having a sibling you’re really close to, though, is having someone to talk to when you’re going through a difficult time. I feel like Hayley always understands me and I always feel better about something after we’ve had a heart-to-heart.
Speaker 4
I love my aunt. She’s a lot of fun and I always look forward to her visits. She’s led an exciting life. She’s travelled everywhere volunteering for causes for the needy. She’s done some special work along the way and has experienced so many things on her travels. I love listening to her stories, they teach you not just about the places she has seen but also a lot about life lessons. She’s really easy to talk things over with and she does it in a non-judgmental way. In fact, she has helped me decide what path I want to take for my future. 

ultimately:  /ˈʌltɪmətli/   

1.in the end; finally.

E.g. 

A poor diet will ultimately lead to illness.
He is ultimately responsible for the actions of the rebels he leads
Ultimately, you'll have to make the decision yourself. 

 

2. Basically. At the most basic and important level.

E.g.

All life depends ultimately on oxygen.
Ultimately, however, films come down to their stories and characters.

 

talk something through: ​to discuss something carefully and completely until you are sure you understand it.

E.g.

It sounds like a good idea but we’ll need to talk it through.

talk something over to discuss a problem with someone before deciding what to do.  

E.g.

Talk over any worries with your GP.

On Screen C1 p 5. Introductions

 

What attainable goals do you plan to strive for this academic year?

My aims are to promote a love of learning and to arouse my students' intellectual curiosity.
 

I am working hard in order to achieve my dream of becoming a professional skydiver.

 

This academic year I plan to focus on my writing.
 

In the near future I expect to be able to make a presentation in front of an audience.
 

I will need English in the future to communicate with people from different countries. 

 

What reasonable expectations do you intend to fulfil this academic year?

My expectations are certainly to increase my abilities and my knowledge in the English language and to meet new people.

 

What personal ambitions do you harbour?

My lifelong ambition is to help people learn, grow and stay curious.

What is your attitude towards learning?

My attitude towards learning is that it is lifelong. Every day is a school day for me. In actual fact, I try to learn something new every day. 

What helps you to increase your motivation?

What helps me to strengthen my motivation is to work collaboratively with others.

I am motivated to learn a sizeable breadth of English words which I can use. 

 

What makes learning joyful for you?

I learn best when I am in a welcoming, supportive, and interesting environment. When I feel relaxed I laugh easily. 

I especially enjoy learning when I see students being kind to one another.

 

 

 

What makes you curious?

I feel genuinely curious when I see words I do not know.  

 

What are you passionate about? 

I have developed a passionate interest in learning and teaching.

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Other questions:

Where do you see yourself in five years' time?


What 3 words would your best friend use to describe you?


If you had only six months to live, what would you do first?


Are you an outdoor or an indoor person and what do you enjoy about that?


Why are you here?


What do you do for fun?

Do you believe that the cup is half empty or half full?


If you could time travel to the past to correct any mistakes you feel you've made, would you?


If you won the lottery, how would you spend your millions?


If you were an animal in the wild, what would you be?


Where in the world would you most like to be this weekend and why?


What luxury item would you take on a desert island?


What makes you laugh?


What makes you cry?


If you have friends coming for supper what would you cook?


If you could be someone else for a day, who would it be?


Would you rather climb a mountain or trek across a desert?


If you could live anywhere in the world where would it be?


If you could be successful at any job in the world, what would that job be?


Describe your perfect Sunday morning?


What did you do today that made you feel good?