Project 8: Studying Abroad

1. Introduction

2.    Is it a good idea to study abroad? - 5h p.91

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3.    An example of a person who studied abroad - 5b p.82-83

I want to tell you about a person who studied abroad. It’s my friend Steven who studied in Mexico. At first it was not easy for him to live in a foreign country, he even experiences some cultural shock. For example, … ПРИМЕР .

 Later Steven got used (привык) to life in Mexico, he became more self-confident, patient and outgoing, besides his Spanish improved greatly.

4. Conclusion (What do you feel about learning abroad?)

Project 7: Different People, Different Habits

1. Introduction

Different people have different style of behaviour which depends on personal characteristics
and social etiquette [‘etiket] in different countries. First I’ll tell you about social norms of
behaviour, and then about personal habits.

2. Some examples of Social Etiquette in the UK (5c p.84)

Since every country has its own set of dos and don’ts, it’s worthwhile [стоящий] to know
what it means to be polite while visiting a foreign country. If you have no idea about social
norms of behaviour, you can experience a kind of culture shock while living abroad. I will
tell you about some examples of social etiquette in the UK.  … ПРИМЕРЫ …

3. Personal habits. How annoying! (5a p.80, ex.1)

Apart from social etiquette, each person has his or her own habits. Unfortunately, some of
them may be annoying. The types of behavior which I dislike most of all are the following: It
really annoys me when … . I can’t stand it when … . I also hate it when … .

4. Complaining and apologising  (5d p.82, WB 5d p.46)

It’s very important to know how to complain politely about somebody’s misbehaviour. For
instance, if your neighbour plays loud music, you can talk to him like that:

ДИАЛОГ p.82 ex.2 (можно взять пример из рабочей тетради, или сочинить свой)

5. Conclusion

I’m sure, if you know social etiquette and have polite personal habits, your life will be easier.
As for me, I always try to behave politely. (можно придумать свое заключение)