photo by Vladimir Kudinov
VOCABULARY
lifestyle, program (programme), husband, wife, child, children, son, daughter, visitor, lovely, dark, light, electricity, machine, wood, to help, to collect, to pray, to worship, to preach, to meditate, to offer, to fast, to travel, to sing, to read, to study, to celebrate, to visit, to listen, to gather, to be married, to be single, to give, to outside, inside, building, business, together, receive, believer, church, carriage, town, shop, store, supermarket, restaurant, temple, bank, telephone, phone, shanty, mosque, priest, pastor, monk, nun, faith, prayer, ritual, holy, sacred, spiritual, divine.
PRONUNCIATION
- married
- lifestyle
- fire
- money
- truck
- building
LANGUAGE USAGE
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- day to day life
- at the end of the day
- all right = alright
- all together = altogether
EXPRESSIONS
| Idiomatic Expression | Short Explanation | Example Usage |
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| Leap of faith | An act of believing in something without evidence or certainty | In “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee (1960), Atticus Finch takes a leap of faith, trusting in the goodness of people despite overwhelming evidence of prejudice. |
| Devil’s advocate | Someone who argues against something just for the sake of debate or to explore different perspectives | Dr. Jonathan Smith played the devil’s advocate in his paper to highlight potential flaws in the prevailing theory. – Dr. Jonathan Smith, “Challenging the Status Quo: A Devil’s Advocate Approach” |
| Preach to the converted | To present an argument or idea to those who are already convinced | In his speech on June 18th, 2012, the environmental activist emphasized that he didn’t want to preach to the converted but rather to reach skeptics. |
| Count your blessings | To be grateful for the good things in your life | After recovering from the accident, he was reminded to count his blessings every day. |
| Turn the other cheek | To respond to aggression without retaliation | Despite the harsh criticism, she chose to turn the other cheek and focus on her work. |
GRAMMAR
READING
The Amish community is known for its simple way of life. They live in small, rural communities, mostly in the United States and Canada. The Amish are famous for their traditional clothing, horse-drawn buggies, and rejection of modern technology. They believe in living a life that is close to God and nature, which means they avoid many conveniences that most people take for granted, such as electricity, cars, and the internet.
The Amish community places a strong emphasis on family and community. They believe that living close to their families and working together helps them stay connected to their values. Most Amish families live on farms, where they grow their own food and make many of the things they need by hand. The Amish children go to school until they are about 14 years old, and after that, they learn trades like farming, carpentry, or baking.
Religion plays a central role in the Amish way of life. They hold church services in their homes, which usually take place every other Sunday. During these services, they sing hymns, read from the Bible, and listen to sermons. The Amish also believe in helping others, and they often come together to help a family in need, such as by raising a barn or providing food during difficult times.
One of the most important values in the Amish community is humility. The Amish dress plainly and avoid anything that might make one person stand out from the others. This includes not taking photographs, as they believe it could lead to pride. Despite their separation from modern society, the Amish are generally welcoming to outsiders, though they prefer to maintain their own way of life.
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LISTENING
Write down the text from the audio:
WRITING
Based on the video you just watched about the Amish community, write an essay that draws parallels to the indigenous peoples of Brazil. Discuss their cultural traditions, the challenges they face in preserving their way of life, and the impact of modern society on their communities.
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SPEAKING
John is an ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN and follows a traditional LIFESTYLE. He MARRIED young when he was 20 years old. Every Sunday, he DRIVES his TRUCK to church. The old BUILDING is full of life on weekends.
Inside the church, JOHN LIGHTS a candle and prays for his family. The FIRE from the candle represents the eternal flame of faith. The priest, dressed in a long robe, speaks of the saints who LIVED long ago. All the people listen carefully, feeling a deep connection to their ancestors.
After the service, John gives a donation. He believes that sharing MONEY with the church helps keep the traditions alive. As he leaves, he feels at peace, knowing he is part of something greater.
Later, John returns home to enjoy a meal with his family. At the dinner table, he shares stories of his day, and they all feel good to be together.
In the evening, John looks at old family photos. He REMEMBERS the days when he was young, the times he SPENT with his parents, and how they TAUGHT him the importance of faith. Those memories are dear to him, just like the traditions he continues to follow.
John knows that life CHANGES, but his FAITH remains the same. As the sun goes down, he reflects on his LIFESTYLE, feeling blessed to be part of a community that BUILDS its foundation on centuries of love and tradition.
HOMEWORK
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BIBLIOGRAPHIC REFERENCES 📚
(onde você pode ler mais sobre o assunto)
- Grammar Units 7 and 8
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UPCOMING LINGUISTIC SCOPE ⏩
(o que estudaremos an próxima aula)
- WH-Questions
CLASS STATS 📊
| Vocabulary Growth: | 67 words |
| Comprehensive Lexicon Repertory: | 184 words |
| Oral Fluency & Speech Engagement Span: | 52 minutes |
| Phonetic Deviation Ratio: | 6% |
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