What makes us human? This unit explores why we are much different from other species of animals and what really defines us as being human. Is it how we are able to create tools or is it the way we communicated?
Write attitude is associated with the following people during the conversation.
Choose SIX answers and write the correct letter, A-H, next to questions 1-6.
Listen to check your answers.
Here are the keywords and phrases to learn:
- amused
- creativity
- critical
- empathy
- forgetful
- impatient
- intelligence
- morality
- polite
- relaxed
- sympathetic
- symbolic thought
- unique
- unrealistic
Many people need to write a personal statement as part of an application for a place at a university or a job.
1. Record a 2-3 min video or audio. Include the following:
- Introduce yourself and say what you do. Talk about your current responsibilities and skills.
- Talk about your past experiences and achievements. Point out the main contributions you have made to your school.
- Talk about your leisure activities. Think about how they contribute to the skills and experience you already have.
- Say what you hope for your future career.
2. Write a four-paragraph personal statement using the plan below as a guide.
Paragraph 1: Introduce yourself and say what you do. Talk about your current responsibilities and skills.
Paragraph 2: Talk about your past experiences and achievements. Point out the main contributions you have made to your school.
Paragraph 3: Talk about your leisure activities. Think about how they contribute to the skills and experience you already have.
Paragraph 4: Say what you hope for your future career.
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