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LESSON 4A LISTENING AND VOCABULARY - A new you

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LESSON 4A LISTENING AND VOCABULARY - A new you

English Grade 10 Textbook Exercises Solutions

1 Look at the photo. Is the glass half full, half empty or completely full? Discuss in pairs. Then go to page 75 and check. Are you an optimist, a pessimist or a realist?

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2 You are going to listen to a talk about optimism and pessimism. In pairs, say if you think these statements are true or false. Then listen and check.

  1. 1 Identical twins have identical personalities. f
  2. 2 Our personalities depend completely on our life experiences. f
  3. 3 The children of happy parents tend to grow up to be optimistic. t
  4. 4 There is nothing good about being a pessimist. f
  5. 5 Optimists have healthier lives than pessimists. t
  6. 6 Optimists tend to be more successful than pessimists. t

3 Listen to the end of the talk and answer the questions.

1 Does the speaker think it's better to be an optimist or a pessimist?

It's better to be an optimist.

2 What problems does she mention with people who are too optimistic?

People who are too optimistic may take unnecessary risks or waste time with impossible dreams.

4 DICTATION Listen to the joke from the talk again and write down what you hear.

5 Check you understand the highlighted verbs describing feelings.

1 I adore challenges.
2 I feel positive about life.
3 I hate being on my own.
4 I can't stand trying new things.
5 I often feel like jumping for joy.
6 I'm looking forward to leaving school and getting a job.
7 I don't care what happens to me in the future.
8 I feel excited about something that's going to happen in my life.

6 In pairs, say if the sentences from Exercise 5 are true for you. If they aren't, change them to make them true.

7 SPEAKING In pairs, use the ideas below to make predictions with will or going to. Then say if you think your partner is an optimist, a pessimist or a realist.

  1. 1 finish the class early today
  2. 2 enjoy yourself next weekend
  3. 3 be sunny/wet next weekend

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🔗 Reliable References for Further Study

🌐 Scientific & Educational Resources on Optimism/Pessimism:

🏛️ American Psychological Association (APA):
https://www.apa.org - Research and standards on optimism in psychology
💎 TED Talks - The psychology of optimism:
https://www.ted.com - Inspiring lectures on the power of optimism
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