Unit 2, Grade 11: Relationships-Listening
1. Task 1 Unit 2 Grade 11 Listening
If you have a boyfriend or a girlfriend, will you tell your parents about it? Why or why not?(If you had a boyfriend or girlfriend would you tell your parents? Why?)
Guide to answer
– Yes. Because my parents are sympathetic. They can give me some advice. (Yes. Because my parents are very sympathetic. They can give me some advice.)
– No. Because my parents are so strict and they don’t want me to get involved in any romantic relationship. (No. Because my parents are very strict and they don’t want me to get into any romantic relationship.)
2. Task 2 Unit 2 Grade 11 Listening
Listen to the talk show with host Vicky Holmes and guest speaker Dr Dawson. Choose the best answer to complete each statement. (Listen to an online talk hosted by Vicky Holmes and guest Dr. Dawson. Choose the best answer for each statement below)
Guide to answer
1C 2B 3D 4A
Translation
first. Between the ages of 15 and 19, many teenagers spend a lot of time thinking or talking about relationships.
2. Young people may feel more confident talking about their future relationships if they openly discuss feelings and friendships with their parents.
3. Most parents are willing to listen and empathize with their children.
4. The final piece of advice for teenagers is that they should respect their parents’ point of view.
Audio Script
Vicky: Welcome to our talk show with guest speaker Dr Dawson, a psychologist. Who will be talking about how teenagers and their parents deal with problems. Dr Dawson, most are worried about their children getting involved in romantic relationships. What’s your opinion on this?
Dr Dawson: From 15 to 19 years of age, many teenagers spend a lot of time thinking or talking about being in a relationship.
Vicky: So do you mean this is part of the teen normal growth and development?
Dr Dawson: Yes. young people learn how to form sale and healthy relationships with friends, parents, teachers and romantic partners. This can prepare them for adult life. So parents should not oppose their relationships.
Vicky: I suppose many parents will feel surprised to hear this. What’s your advice for the teenagers then?
Dr Dawson: Well, they should not be afraid to talk to their parents about their feelings and friendships. This can help them feel confident to discuss their relationships in the future.
Vicky: So you mean teenagers should listen to their parents and ask them to listen to what they are saying?
Dr Dawson: Exactly. Most parents are always willing to lend an ear to what their children are saying. This is even more important when young people suffer break-ups or broken hearts. They need a shoulder to cry on and a sympathetic ear.
Translation
Vicky: Welcome to a talk show with speaker Dr Dawson, psychologist. He will talk about how teenagers and their parents deal with problems. Dr Dawson, is largely worried about their children getting into romantic relationships. What is your opinion on this?
Dr Dawson: Between the ages of 15 and 19, many teens spend a lot of time thinking or talking about relationships.
Vicky: So you mean this is part of normal adolescent growth and development?
Dr Dawson: Yes. young people learn how to create healthy and selling relationships with friends, parents, teachers and lovers. This can prepare you for adult life. Therefore, parents should not object to their relationship.
Vicky: I think many parents will be surprised to hear this. What is your advice for teenagers?
Dr Dawson: Well, they shouldn’t be afraid to talk to their parents about their feelings and friendships. This can help them feel confident to discuss their relationship in the future.
Vicky: So you mean teenagers should listen to their parents and ask them to listen to what they are saying?
Dr Dawson: exactly. Most parents are always willing to listen to what their children are saying. This is even more important when young people are broken or heartbroken. They need a shoulder to cry on and sympathize with.
3. Task 3 Unit 2 Grade 11 Listening
Listen again. Answer the questions. (Listen again and then answer the question)
first. What is the main topic of the talk show? (What is the main topic of the conversation?)
2. What do teenagers need to do to prepare for becoming adults? (What do teenagers need to do to prepare to become adults?)
3. According to Dr Dawson, what should parents do when their children experience break-ups in their relationships? (According to Dr. Dawson, what should parents do when their children go through a breakup situation in their relationship?)
4. Should parents strongly oppose their children’s romantic relationships? (Should parents strongly oppose a child’s romantic relationship?)
Guide to answer
1. The talk show is about how teenagers and their parents deal with problems. (The talk discussed how teenagers and their parents deal with problems.)
2. They need to learn to form safe and healthy relationships with other people (friends, parents, teachers and romantic partners). They need to learn how to form healthy and safe relationships with others such as friends, parents, teachers, and boyfriends and girlfriends.
3. Parents should offer a shoulder for their children to cry on and listen to them. (Parents should be a support/shoulder for their children to lean on to cry and listen to their children.)
4. No. Because their strong opposition will make their children stop talking about their feelings. (Not recommended. Because the vehement opposition of the parents will make the child no longer want to talk about his or her feelings.)
4. Task 4 Unit 2 Grade 11 Listening
In your opinion, what is the “right” age for a romantic relationship? Discuss with a partner.(What do you think is the “right” age to be in a romantic relationship? Discuss it with your friend sitting next to you.)
Guide to answer
A person should start a romantic relationship when he / she is at an age or stage in life when he / she is mature enough, and is ready for a possible marriage. For this reason, the “right” age can be different from person to person.
Translation
A person should start a romantic relationship at an age or stage in life when they are mature enough and ready for marriage. For this reason, the “appropriate” age can vary from person to person.
5. Practice Task 1
Choose the best answer to complete each sentence.
first. This ………… girl was disliked by the rest of the class.
A. helpful B. sneaky C. unselfish D. generous
2. He pulled a(n) ………… of 10 pounds notes out of his pocket.
A. sum B. amount C. piece D. wad
6. Practice Task 2
Choose the word that has stress pattern different from that of the other words.
1. A. experience B. embarrass C. floppy D. embrace
2 A. idol B. video C. birthday D. imagine
8. Conclusion
At the end of the new Unit 2 English Grade 11 – Listening, students need to do full exercises and practice listening and answering skills.
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