A closer look 1 Unit 12: My future career

A Closer Look 1 - Unit 12: My Future Career

In Unit 12 of A Closer Look 1, students will have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with vocabulary and intonation of adjectives to express emotions in communication through exercises related to the theme of "My Future Career". Below are some suggested answers to the textbook exercises:

Vocabulary

1. In the first exercise, students are asked to match words/phrases with pictures depicting different careers. For example, the correct matches include craftsman (thợ thủ công) with a picture of a woodworking craftsman, physicist (nhà vật lý học) with a scientist in a lab, etc.

2. The second exercise involves filling in blanks with suitable job titles from the previous list. For instance, "She dreams of being a physicist because she really likes physics." This exercise helps students practice using the vocabulary in context.

Pronunciation

Using a high tone with adjectives like excellent, brilliant, and absolutely amazing conveys strong emotions in communication. Conversely, using softer adjectives like nice, quite pleasant, and quite pretty results in a lower tone of voice. Changing the intonation can alter the meaning of a sentence.

Practice Conversations

Listening to conversations between Jenny and Tom helps students understand how tone of voice can convey different attitudes. By practicing with a partner, students can improve their intonation and expression skills in daily interactions.

Responses with Opposite Attitudes

Matching responses to pairs of sentences with opposite attitudes helps students recognize how tone influences the interpretation of a message. Drawing arrows to indicate tones and repeating the exercise enhances students' ability to differentiate nuances in communication.

Overall, Unit 12 focuses on developing vocabulary, intonation, and emotional expression related to future careers, providing students with practical skills for effective communication.