Unit 3: People

Reading: Born to rebel

The Birth Order
I am the only
child
 The Birth Order
I am the
youngest

I am the
oldest I am the
middle
child
 Psychologist (n)
​A scientist who studies and is trained in psychology
 Authority (n)
​The power to give orders to people
 Identify (v)
To recognize somebody/something and be able to say who or what they
are
 Rebel (n) | Rebellious (adj)
A person who does not like to obey rules or who does not follow generally
accepted standards of society
 Decisive (adj) | Indecisive (adj)
​Able to decisive something quickly and with confidence
 Anxiety (n) | Anxious (adj)
​The state of feeling nervous or worried that something bad is
going to happen
 Independent (adj)
​Confident and free to do things without needing help from other
people
 Competitive (adj)
​Describe a situation in which people or organizations compete against each
other
 Free-spirited (adj)
Independent and not wanting to do something in the usual way
 Criticism (n)
​The act of expressing disapproval of somebody/something and opinions about
their faults
 Compromise (v)
Settle a dispute by mutual agreement
 Persuade (v) | Persuasive (adj)
​To make somebody believe that something is true
 Bossy (adj)
Always telling people what to do​
 Discipline (n)
The practice of training people to obey rules and orders and punishing
them if they do not
The Birth Order Effect

The eldest

Decisive
Responsible
Reliable
Confident
Anxious
The Birth Order Effect

The middle child

Independent
Competitive
Peaceful
Good at communication
The Birth Order Effect

The youngest

Relaxed
Easy-going
Free-spirited
Disorganized
Rebellious
The Birth Order Effect

The only child

Hard-working
Mature
Selfish
Impatient
Good at persuading people
 ? ? ?
Which person agree with the
psychologists' theories about their
birth orders?
Discuss: What is your birth order?
Do you agree that birth orders can
affect people's personalities?
 Grammar
Reason
Because / Because of / 'Cause
• The game was canceled
because of the rain.
• The game was canceled
because it was raining.
Result
So
• We were hungry, so we
stopped at a cafe for a snack.
That's why
• I went to bed late last night.
That's why I was sleepy this
morning.
 Grammar
Reason
Due to
• There’s a lot of traffi c today due
to the upcoming holiday.
Since / As
• I’m going to bed at 10 PM since I
need to get up early tomorrow
morning.
• I didn’t go to the gym today, as I
had a lot of homework to do.
Result
Therefore / Consequently
• He worked the hardest; therefore
he got the promotion.
• In addition to great charm he
was blessed with good looks
and, consequently, had many
female admirers.
Exercises
1. Alice 1. When I was a child I was a quite rebellious as I wanted
to be my own person.
2. Adam
2. Oldest children like me are normally confident since
3. Jack parents usually give more attention to their first child.
4. Mick
3. Oldest children look after their young siblings. That's
5. Anita why they are often more responsible and reliable.
6. Tina
4. We have our parents' full attention and support, so we
7. Tom tend to be hardworking and mature.
8. Sara
 Unit 3: People
Good neighbors, bad neighbors
 What is the difference?
Close friend Best friend

A friend that you A friend that you

have intimate consider closest
relationship with and cherish them
the most
 What is the difference?
Colleague Classmate

A person that you A person who is

work with, in the same class
especially in a as you at school
profession or a or college
business
 What is the difference?
Neighbor Next-door
neighbor
A person who lives A person who
in the same area lives next to your
with you house
 What is the difference?
Couple Partner

Two people who are A person that you

seen together, are doing
especially if they are activities with,
dating or married even dating
 What is the difference?
Parent Relative

A person who is A person who

seen as a father or connected to you
mother figure by blood or
marriage
 What make a good neighbor?
Help each Considerate
others

Quiet Tidy

Not annoy other Trustworthy

neighbors
 Excercise
P Plan B Plan C Plan D

John Apartment, loud, TV

Mary Looking, neighbor, argued
Lisa Kind, community, balcony
Task 4
Relative pronouns
Who: People

Which: Animals or things

That: People, animals and things

Whose: Possessive meaning

Where: Place
Relative pronouns
1. That, which

2. That, who

3. Where

4. Whose
Writing: Write about your neighborhood
Write a passage describe your neighborhood. You can include:
• What is the area like? Are there a lot of facilities?
• Who are your neighbors? How is your relationship with them?
• What you usually do around your neighborhood? Are there any
community activities?
Unit 3: People
I have some news
BAD NEWS OR GOOD NEWS
• I'm afraid you didn't get the job
• We won the game! We're in the final!
• I had a falling out with my best friend
• Your rent's going up by 20%
• She said "Yes"!
• I got promotion.
Talk with your partner:
What good news you have received in your life?
Have your ever had to give someone bad news?
Watch a video & answer
What news does Penny give Simon?

Bad news. Their boss has decided they

can't keep their student workers on.

How do they both feel about the news?

They both feel very upset

Watch a video & answer
1. I'm afraid I have some bad news.

2. Really? What happened?

3. You aren't going to believe this, but

our boss is asking me to fire our student
workers

4. Oh no! That's terrible!

 • I'm really pleased to tell you...
• I've got a bit of good news to tell you..
Giving news
• I've got some good / brilliant / great /
wonderful / splendid news for you...
• You know what! I've got a bit of great news
for you...
• Great news for you...
• I'm afraid I've got some bad news for you...
• I'm sorry I've got a bit of bad news to tell you..
• I really don’t know how to say it, but…
• I’m sorry to have to say this, but…
• I really feel bad to have to say this, but…
 • Wow, that sounds exciting !
Respond to good news • That’s great !
• How fantastic !
• What fantastic / good / brilliant / great /
wonderful / splendid news!
• I'm happy for you!
• Congratulations!
• I’m glad to hear that!
• Great news!
• Incredible!
• Sounds great!
• Lucky you!
• Oh, how wonderful!
 • I’m awfully sorry that…
Respond to bad news • I’m sorry to hear that..
• What a shame!
• My goodness!
• I can’t believe it!
• Poor you!
• I do sympathize with you.
• Please, accept my deepest sympathy.
• I know how you must be feeling.
• That must be awful
• Oh, dear!
• That's too bad!
• That’s awful / a pity / unfortunate.
exercise
1. That's
2. Thrilled
3. Wonderful
4. Congratulations
5. Afraid
6. Awful
7. Shame
exercise
What news does Sherry give Penny?
She is going to resign as she got a new job
How does Penny think about it?
She's happy
How does Simon feel about it?
He's relieved
exercise
1.g 5.h
2.f 6.a
3.b 7.c
4.d 8.e
 How to give someone bad new
• Sort out yourself
Think about what words should you use and how the others
may react
• Choose a right context
Right place, right time, right method matter
• Prepare for the receiver
Let them know there is something you have to tell them and
it's not positive
• Give them facts
Break it down for them. Be open and genuine
 How to give someone bad new
• Sympathetic is the key
Try to put yourself in others' shoes, but don't give someone
fall hope.
• Offer support
You can offer help or don't. Suggestions for solutions are
always appreciated.
What to say? What to do?
Work with your group, think about what would
you do and say in these situations
• You want to tell your bestfriend for 10 years that you will study abroad for the next 5 years
at least. You won't return soon and perhaps live oversea forever.
• Your mom tries to cook a few dishes and she want to open a small restaurant. But her
cooking skills is not good at all and she may not succeed.
• Your brother is applying for this top-tier university and he has high chance getting in
because he is a very smart student. However, your family is in tough situation and may not
able to afford the tuition fee.
• You are offered a new job with high salary but it is a challenging one. While you are loving
your current job because the colleagues are really nice. You don't know how to tell the boss
because she took you in and trained you from day 1.
• You caught your friend's boyfriend hanging out with another girl in public. You are not sure
if he's cheating but they seem close. You are conflicted whether you should tell your friend
or not.
• You are in the Math team competing in national level for your School. But you are
exhausted and wanted to quit. How to tell your teachers and teammates when you are
supposed to compete in the next 2 weeks.