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Text 10. What is a good family?1. Read the article and say in 2—3 sentences what it is about.
Building a successful family is like building a house. Both need a plan. The best way to be organised as a family is to talk about family matters. By doing this, families enjoy a special closeness and stability. Choosing to spend time with your family sends a message more powerful than words. How much time should families spend together? That varies from family to family. Families with young children usually spend most of their time together because young children need a great deal of physical care and guidance. Families with teenagers may spend less time together because teens naturally want to spend more time with their friends. Healthy families keep a good balance between ‘too much’ and ‘not enough’ time together. They spend enough time to satisfy all family members. Nothing unites a family more than its traditions which include different norms, ways of behavior, customs and views. In united families these traditions are deep-rooted and passed from generation to generation. Strong families take time to be together and talk to one another. They share their hopes and dreams, feelings and concerns over common meals. Members of successful families feel they really belong to their family. They celebrate their victories and help each other learn from their mistakes. They do their household chores together and go to the theatre. At the same time, strong families adapt relationships and family rules when needs arise. Since no family knows what tomorrow will bring, being adaptive is a good trait for family members to develop. Recent studies affirm the importance of love in families. Research shows that expressions of affection towards children reduce behaviour problems and help children’s development. Strong families notice and share positive aspects of each member. They notice the talents, skills and achievements, special qualities and characteristics that make the other person unique. They find ways to be positive even when another family member makes a mistake and make an effort to develop closeness and show love at home. 2. The author explains what makes a successful family. Find this extract and read it aloud. 3. What makes a family united? 4. How much time should family members spend together? |
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Listening
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II. Listen to the girl speaking about her eating habits and answer the questions below.
1. What problem does the girl have? 2. Why is it a harmful habit? 3. Why can’t she stop eating chocolate? Sample answer
1. The problem is that she can't stop eating chocolate. 2. Chocolate is rich in sugar and fat. It's unhealthy food. The girl has spots all over her face. 3. First, chocolate is sold everywhere. Second, her family doesn't understand her and can't help her. And finally, she feels bad when she doesn't eat chocolate. |
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Speaking
III. Let’s talk about youth and society.
Sample answer
Card 10. Let's talk about youth and society.
1. What can you tell me about youth organizations in the UK?
There are many youth organizations in the UK. They offer a wide range of activities from volunteer work to sports.
The Scout Association, for example, aims at preparing young people for today and for life and is adventure, family, fun, character and leadership.
Army Cadet Force is a British youth organisation which provides military, adventurous and first aid training to boys and girls aged 12 to 18.
I can't but mention the UK Youth Parliament. It consists of teenagers who represent the views of young people to authorities. The organization was founded in 1999 and now consists of 600 members. Every November they have their annual meeting in the House of Commons and debate on culture, environment, sports, education and etc.
As you see, young peoples can bring social reform and improvement and make the life in their country better.
2. Are you a member of any youth organization?
Sorry to say, but I'm not a member of any youth organization because I have no free time. But I think that youth organizations do useful work. They involve young in different activities and teach to be active in the society. or I’m a member of the BRSM.
3. What questions would you ask your British friend about youth organizations in the UK?
What is the largest youth organization in Britain?
How can a person become a member of a British youth organization?
What events do you organize?
4. What youth organisation would you recommend me to join if I were a British teenager? Why?
If I were you, I would join Greenpeace Youth. I think the problems of the environment are very important. Young people can help to uncover global environmental problems and promote their solutions. Or I would join Army Cadet Force as I am interested in military training which is necessary for every boy.
5. Do you agree that charity can help people to make the world a better place?
Yes, I agree. You don't need to be rich or powerful to help people because charity is not only giving money. It’s volunteering. Even simple actions can make the world a better place.
1. What can you tell me about youth organizations in the UK?
There are many youth organizations in the UK. They offer a wide range of activities from volunteer work to sports.
The Scout Association, for example, aims at preparing young people for today and for life and is adventure, family, fun, character and leadership.
Army Cadet Force is a British youth organisation which provides military, adventurous and first aid training to boys and girls aged 12 to 18.
I can't but mention the UK Youth Parliament. It consists of teenagers who represent the views of young people to authorities. The organization was founded in 1999 and now consists of 600 members. Every November they have their annual meeting in the House of Commons and debate on culture, environment, sports, education and etc.
As you see, young peoples can bring social reform and improvement and make the life in their country better.
2. Are you a member of any youth organization?
Sorry to say, but I'm not a member of any youth organization because I have no free time. But I think that youth organizations do useful work. They involve young in different activities and teach to be active in the society. or I’m a member of the BRSM.
3. What questions would you ask your British friend about youth organizations in the UK?
What is the largest youth organization in Britain?
How can a person become a member of a British youth organization?
What events do you organize?
4. What youth organisation would you recommend me to join if I were a British teenager? Why?
If I were you, I would join Greenpeace Youth. I think the problems of the environment are very important. Young people can help to uncover global environmental problems and promote their solutions. Or I would join Army Cadet Force as I am interested in military training which is necessary for every boy.
5. Do you agree that charity can help people to make the world a better place?
Yes, I agree. You don't need to be rich or powerful to help people because charity is not only giving money. It’s volunteering. Even simple actions can make the world a better place.