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Vocabulary & Idioms Practice

1. Fill in the Blanks
Word Bank: have a sweet tooth, keep an eye on, express yourself, actions speak louder than words, intimidating, pull yourself together, slow down and smell the roses
1. Don't panic because of a broken plate, just and clear up the mess.
2. Cooking can be a great way to when you want to experiment with new flavors.
3. Could you please the soup on the stove while I answer the door?
4. Ordering dinner in a foreign language felt a bit at first, but the waiter was very kind.
5. You’ve been working non-stop all week; you really need to this weekend.
6. He always promises to help around the house, but .
7. I shouldn't buy another bar of chocolate, but I really .
2. Sentence Completion
Word Bank: nourish your body, a sense of fulfillment, require focus or attention, perfectly normal, it can serve as, fill time with, nurturing energy
1. Cooking a home-made meal isn't just routine; it's a great way to nourish your body and...
2. If done mindfully, cleaning the kitchen can actually give you...
3. Taking up a small daily hobby like gardening helps to build a sense of purpose without...
4. When you feel overwhelmed by routine chores, remember that feeling tired is perfectly normal and...
5. A simple chat over tea can serve as...
6. Scrolling through social media while waiting in line is just a way to fill time with...
7. Creating a cozy corner in your living room brings a comforting, nurturing energy to...
Reveal Answer Keys
  1. ...express yourself through food.
  2. ...a sense of fulfillment after a long day.
  3. ...requiring too much focus or attention.
  4. ...it can serve as a signal to slow down.
  5. ...a mutually beneficial connection.
  6. ...mundane things instead of being present.
  7. ...your entire home environment.
3. Matching Contexts
Word Bank: bite off more than you can chew, in the blink of an eye, hear on the grapevine, be all ears, see eye to eye, presence, hosting a party
1. Taking on too many household chores at once and feeling overwhelmed:
2. Catching a falling glass before it hits the kitchen floor:
3. Finding out about your neighbors' renovation through local rumors:
4. Giving your full, undivided attention to a friend sharing a personal story over tea:
5. Agreeing completely with your partner on living room decor:
6. Remaining calm, grounded, and fully engaged in the current moment at home:
7. Preparing drinks, snacks, and a cozy atmosphere for guests at home:
4. Paraphrase the Sentences
Word Bank: is healing, wake up and smell the coffee, have a nose for, getting cold feet, mundane things, call in for yourself, mutually beneficial connection
1. Listening to soft music after a noisy workday restores your balance and peace.
2. You need to face reality and act — the laundry won't wash itself.
3. She always has a talent for finding bargains when shopping for home goods.
4. I was going to repaint the bedroom wall, but now I'm feeling nervous and hesitating.
5. Finding beauty in everyday, routine tasks makes domestic life calmer.
6. Take a slow evening to create time and space for your own well-being at home.
7. Sharing house chores fairly creates a relationship that serves both people equally well.
5. Correct the Idiom Errors
Word Bank: give a cold shoulder, to the same extent, hear on the grapevine, nourish your body, have a lot on your plate, see eye to eye, perfectly normal
1. I tried to ask her for help with dinner, but she gave me a cold foot.
2. Cleaning the oven doesn't require focus or attention to the same degree as fixing the plumbing.
3. I heard on the grapevine that the local bakery is closing down.
4. When you feel stressed, take a deep breath to nourish your energy.
5. He has a lot on his dish this week, so don't ask him to host a party.
6. They don't see eye on eye when choosing furniture for the living room.
7. Don't worry about making mistakes while baking — it's in the blink of an eye.
Reveal Answer Keys
  1. gave me a cold shoulder
  2. to the same extent
  3. Correct as written (No error)
  4. nourish your body
  5. has a lot on his plate
  6. see eye to eye
  7. it's perfectly normal
6. Multiple Choice Test
Word Bank: presence, healing, a lot on my plate, if done mindfully, have a nose for, mutually beneficial connection, slow down and smell the roses

1. Spending 10 minutes meditating in the morning requires total _____.

2. Cooking dinner together can be a _____ experience after a stressful day.

3. I wanted to try baking a complex French pastry, but I realized I had _____ on my plate already.

4. Folding laundry might seem boring, but _____ it can become a calming ritual.

5. My roommate has a real _____ finding rare vintage tableware at flea markets.

6. Listening attentively when your partner talks about their day builds a _____.

7. Taking a walk in the evening helps you _____ after sitting at a desk all day.

7. Situation-to-Response
Word Bank: bite off more than you can chew, nourish your body, be all ears, intimidating, build a sense of purpose, wake up and smell the coffee, presence
1. Your friend takes on too many household chores at once and feels exhausted. (bite off more than you can chew)
2. Your roommate hesitates to spend time preparing a healthy dinner. (nourish your body)
3. Your family member wants to share a story while you cook. (be all ears)
4. A friend is afraid to assemble a complex piece of furniture. (intimidating)
5. Someone complains that caring for indoor plants is just a boring routine. (build a sense of purpose)
6. A friend keeps oversleeping and missing morning appointments. (wake up and smell the coffee)
7. Someone asks why you take time to enjoy your tea slowly without distractions. (presence)
Reveal Answer Keys
  1. Don't bite off more than you can chew, let me help you with the dishes!
  2. Taking time to cook a wholesome meal is a great way to nourish your body.
  3. Go ahead and tell me your story, I'm all ears!
  4. It looks a bit intimidating, but we can assemble it step by step together.
  5. Small daily routines like caring for plants can actually build a sense of purpose.
  6. You really need to wake up and smell the coffee and set an earlier alarm!
  7. I just enjoy practicing presence during simple daily moments.
Mindful Living & Everyday Rituals — Interactive Practice
English in Hands

Mindful Living & Rituals

Интерактивный практикум по фразовым выражениям и лексике осознанности.

Vocabulary List

Ключевые выражения

perfectly normalсовершенно нормально
fill time withзаполнять время (чем-то)
it can serve asэто может служить (чем-то)
if done mindfullyесли делать это осознанно
express yourselfвыражать себя
nourish your bodyпитать свое тело
hosting a partyорганизация вечеринки
mundane thingsбытовые / повседневные вещи
is healingисцеляет / обладает эффектом
a sense of fulfillmentчувство удовлетворения
build a sense of purposeформировать чувство цели
require focus or attentionтребовать фокуса/внимания
intimidatingпугающий, устрашающий
to the same extentв той же степени
presenceприсутствие («здесь и сейчас»)
nurturing energyзаботливая / питающая энергия
call in for yourselfпривнести в свою жизнь
mutually beneficial connectionвзаимовыгодная связь
Reading Context

The Art of Slow Living

In a fast-paced world, feeling exhausted or overwhelmed is perfectly normal. When we face a busy schedule, our natural instinct is often to fill time with back-to-back tasks, thinking that constant action brings progress. However, taking a step back doesn't mean standing still; it can serve as a powerful reset for both mind and body.

If done mindfully, even the most basic daily routines can become meaningful rituals. Preparing a wholesome meal is not just a daily chore to nourish your body—it is a moment to slow down and cultivate presence. In the same way, hosting a party for close friends or simply sharing a meal can create a deeply mutually beneficial connection, where everyone feels welcomed and valued.

We often chase grand achievements, yet learning to embrace mundane things—like watering plants or making a morning cup of tea—is healing in its own quiet way. These simple acts foster a sense of fulfillment and gradually build a sense of purpose in our everyday lives.

Of course, shifting your mindset can feel intimidating at first. Not everyone responds to change to the same extent, and tasks that require focus or attention may feel like a struggle when your energy is low. But when you allow yourself to slow down, you bring a gentle, nurturing energy into your space. It opens up room to express yourself authentically and decide what kind of peace and clarity you want to call in for yourself moving forward.

Exercise 1

Matching Contexts

Выберите наиболее логичное продолжение для каждого предложения:

1. Cooking dinner isn't just a chore; it can serve as...
2. Feeling overwhelmed by a new routine is perfectly normal, so...
3. Small daily habits can help you build a sense of purpose...
4. Creating art is a wonderful way to express yourself...
5. Deep conversations often create a mutually beneficial connection...
6. Taking a long walk in nature is healing...
Ключи к упражнению 1
1 — C (a creative outlet)
2 — D (don't be too hard on yourself)
3 — F (even when schedule feels repetitive)
4 — E (without needing words)
5 — B (where both people feel supported)
6 — A (when you need to clear your mind)
Exercise 2

Sentence Completion

Word Bank: mundane things | if done mindfully | nourish your body | intimidating | presence | require focus or attention
Hint: i...g
Hint: n...y
Hint: i...y
Hint: p...e
Hint: r...n
Hint: m...s
Ключи к упражнению 2
1. intimidating
2. nourish your body
3. if done mindfully
4. presence
5. require focus or attention
6. mundane things
Exercise 3

Transformations

Перефразируйте предложения, вставив пропущенные выражения:

Hint: f...h
Hint: t...t
Hint: n...y
Hint: a...t
Hint: c...f
Hint: h...y
Ключи к упражнению 3
1. fill time with
2. to the same extent
3. nurturing energy
4. a sense of fulfillment
5. call in for yourself
6. Hosting a party / hosting a party
Vocabulary Trainer — English in Hands

Exercise 1: Gap-Fill

Task 1/7

Fill in the gaps with the correct word from the word bank.

preference uniquely personality trait unnecessarily reveal exclusion catch up

1. Empathy is a key _____ that makes her a great leader.

2. Each individual is _____ suited to contribute to the project.

3. The policy resulted in the social _____ of minority groups.

4. Do you have a personal _____ for morning or evening classes?

5. After taking a week off, I need to _____ on my work.

6. The investigation failed to _____ any new evidence.

7. Don't worry _____ about things you cannot control.

Answer Keys
1. personality trait 2. uniquely 3. exclusion 4. preference 5. catch up 6. reveal 7. unnecessarily

Exercise 2: Synonyms & Definitions

Task 2/7

Write the single word or phrase that matches the given definition.

1. A feeling of being higher in position, rank, or quality: _____

2. Worthy of praise, respect, or approval: _____

3. To set a firm limit or boundary: _____

4. Inspecting or studying something closely: _____

5. A greater liking or choice for one option over another: _____

6. In a way that is special, distinct, or unmatched: _____

7. To make secret or hidden information known: _____

Answer Keys
1. superiority 2. admirable 3. draw a line 4. examining 5. preference 6. uniquely 7. reveal

Exercise 3: Word Formation

Task 3/7

Transform the prompt word in brackets to correctly complete the sentence.

1. He acted _____ complex during the entire meeting. (NECESSARY)

2. Her determination under pressure is truly _____. (ADMIRABLE)

3. The brand prides itself on creating _____ styled products. (UNIQUE)

4. What is your personal _____ regarding work hours? (PREFER)

5. They demonstrated technical _____ over their competitors. (SUPERIOR)

6. The sudden _____ of key details surprised everyone. (REVEAL)

7. The policy leads to the intentional _____ of outsiders. (EXCLUDE)

Answer Keys
1. unnecessarily 2. admirable 3. uniquely 4. preference 5. superiority 6. revelation 7. exclusion

Exercise 4: Collocations & Phrases

Task 4/7

Complete the standard phrases and collocations with one suitable word.

1. draw a _____ (set a boundary)

2. personality _____ (a characteristic quality)

3. catch _____ with someone (get up to date)

4. express a _____ for something (show choice)

5. complex of _____ (feeling better than others)

6. _____ examining the evidence (carefully looking at)

7. social _____ (being left out of society)

Answer Keys
1. line 2. trait 3. up 4. preference 5. superiority 6. closely 7. exclusion

Exercise 5: Multiple Choice Choice

Task 5/7

Type the correct letter (A, B, C, or D) for each sentence.

1. He has a sense of _____ that alienates his colleagues.
A) exclusion B) superiority C) trait D) line

2. She managed to _____ her true feelings behind a smile.
A) reveal B) draw C) catch D) examine

3. Honesty is an _____ quality in any friend.
A) unnecessarily B) admirable C) exclusion D) trait

4. We must _____ between healthy debate and personal attacks.
A) catch up B) draw a line C) reveal D) examine

5. The doctor spent 20 minutes _____ the patient's records.
A) revealing B) examining C) excluding D) drawing

6. Don't make the task _____ difficult for yourself.
A) uniquely B) admirable C) unnecessarily D) trait

7. They discussed their personal _____ for remote work.
A) preference B) exclusion C) line D) superiority

Answer Keys
1. B 2. A 3. B 4. B 5. B 6. C 7. A

Exercise 6: Sentence Paraphrasing

Task 6/7

Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the given target word.

1. He considers himself better than everyone else. (SUPERIORITY)
He has a strong sense of _____.

2. I prefer tea over coffee. (PREFERENCE)
I have a _____ for tea over coffee.

3. You shouldn't worry without a reason. (UNNECESSARILY)
You shouldn't worry _____.

4. The detective is studying the evidence carefully. (EXAMINING)
The detective is _____ the evidence.

5. This position is special and tailored for you. (UNIQUELY)
This position is _____ designed for you.

6. I need to meet up and talk with my old friend. (CATCH UP)
I need to _____ with my old friend.

7. We need to set a boundary regarding working hours. (DRAW A LINE)
We need to _____ regarding working hours.

Answer Keys
1. superiority 2. preference 3. unnecessarily 4. examining 5. uniquely 6. catch up 7. draw a line

Exercise 7: Error Correction

Task 7/7

Identify and type the correct target vocabulary word to replace the incorrect word/phrase in bold.

1. She treated the team with a feeling of **arrogant rank**. -> _____

2. What is your chosen **favourite option**? -> _____

3. He spent money **without need**. -> _____

4. The investigator was **looking closely at** the documents. -> _____

5. Her contribution was **singularly and specially** valuable. -> _____

6. Let's **get updated** over a cup of coffee. -> _____

7. His honesty is a commendable **personal quality**. -> _____

Answer Keys
1. superiority 2. preference 3. unnecessarily 4. examining 5. uniquely 6. catch up 7. personality trait
Project Hail Mary - Full Interactive Practice

Target Word Bank

Vocabulary

These are your active target words. As you complete exercises, they will be tracked here.

personality trait uniquely exclusion preference catch up reveal admirable draw a line unnecessarily

Ex 1: Project Hail Mary Story

Gap-Fill

Complete the plot summary using the target vocabulary.

In Project Hail Mary, Ryland Grace wakes up on a starship. His scientific background makes him
Correct: uniquely
(u...y)
qualified to solve the solar crisis. His resilience is a key
Correct: personality trait
(p...t)
. As his memories begin to
Correct: reveal
(r...l)
what happened, he must work fast to
Correct: catch up
(c...p)
with complex calculations. Instead of choosing
Correct: exclusion
(e...n)
and pushing the alien Rocky away, he builds an
Correct: admirable
(a...e)
friendship. Grace has a clear
Correct: preference
(p...e)
for teamwork. He knows where to
Correct: draw a line
(d...e)
so he doesn't risk their lives
Correct: unnecessarily
(u...y)
.
Show Answers
  1. uniquely
  2. personality trait
  3. reveal
  4. catch up
  5. exclusion
  6. admirable
  7. preference
  8. draw a line
  9. unnecessarily

Ex 2: Vocabulary Matching

Matching

Click a word first, then click its matching definition below.

Definitions:
Show Keys
  • personality trait: Distinguishing quality belonging to a person.
  • reveal: Make previously hidden info known.
  • preference: Greater liking for one alternative over another.
  • unnecessarily: In a way that is not needed.
  • draw a line: Set a limit between acceptable and unacceptable.
  • admirable: Deserving respect or approval.
  • exclusion: The act of keeping something/someone out.
  • catch up: Reach the same level as others.
  • uniquely: In a way that belongs to only one particular thing.

Ex 3: Multiple Choice

Quiz

Select the correct option to complete each sentence.

1. Grace's dedication to science is truly ______.
Correct! "Admirable" means deserving respect and praise.
2. You must ______ on how much danger you are willing to accept.
Correct! "Draw a line" means setting a boundary or limit.
3. Rocky is ______ suited for repair work due to his anatomy.
Correct! "Uniquely" means in a special, singular way.
Show Answers
  • 1. B) admirable
  • 2. C) draw a line
  • 3. A) uniquely

Ex 4: Sentence Completion

Gap-Fill

Type the correct vocabulary word into each field.

1. Curiosity is Grace's strongest
Correct: personality trait
(p...t)
.
2. He didn't want to worry his partner
Correct: unnecessarily
(u...y)
.
3. The test results will
Correct: reveal
(r...l)
whether Astrophage can be controlled.
Show Answers
  1. personality trait
  2. unnecessarily
  3. reveal

Ex 5: Synonyms & Context

Vocabulary

Type the target word corresponding to the synonym or phrase.

1. Priority / Partiality =
Correct: preference
(p...e)
2. Reintegration after missing out =
Correct: catch up
(c...p)
3. Leaving someone/something out =
Correct: exclusion
(e...n)
Show Answers
  1. preference
  2. catch up
  3. exclusion

Ex 6: True or False

Comprehension

Determine if the vocabulary usage in each sentence is TRUE or FALSE.

1. "If you 'draw a line', it means you let people do whatever they want with no boundaries."
Correct! "Draw a line" means to establish strict boundaries.
2. "To 'reveal' information means to make it known to others."
Correct! "Reveal" means to disclose or uncover.
3. "If something is done 'unnecessarily', it was essential and urgent."
Correct! "Unnecessarily" means without any real need.
Show Answers
  • 1. False
  • 2. True
  • 3. False

Ex 7: Odd One Out

Logic

Choose the word or phrase that DOES NOT fit logically with the others.

1. Which word does NOT relate to social connection or inclusion?
Correct! "Exclusion" means pushing out/isolation, which is the opposite of connection.
2. Which word does NOT describe an individual quality or trait?
Correct! "Draw a line" is an action/idiom about setting limits, not a personal attribute.
Show Answers
  • 1. C) exclusion
  • 2. B) draw a line

Reading & Context

Level B2

Прочитайте текст о процессе сепарации и переходе к самостоятельной жизни в разных странах мира.

Leaving the Nest: A Cross-Cultural Perspective

The age at which young adults leave their parents’ home—often referred to as "leaving the nest"—varies significantly across the globe. While this milestone was traditionally viewed purely as a marker of personal maturity, today it is heavily shaped by cultural norms, economic pressures, and state support.

The Nordic Model vs. Southern Europe

In Northern European countries like Sweden and Finland, young people move out remarkably early (ages 18–22), supported by state grants. Early independence fosters self-reliance. Conversely, in Southern Europe (Italy, Greece, Spain), young adults frequently stay home until their late twenties or early thirties due to steep housing costs and tight family structures.

The "Boomerang" Trend

In North America, economic shifts, high inflation, and skyrocketing property prices have altered the traditional trajectory. A growing number of young people move back in with parents after college—a phenomenon known as the boomerang generation.

Vocabulary Fill-in

Task 1

Вставьте подходящие по смыслу слова из текста. В подсказках указаны первая и последняя буквы.

9 letters
8 letters
12 letters (hyphen)
12 letters
10 letters
Показать правильные ответы (Ключи)
  1. 1. milestone
  2. 2. cultural
  3. 3. self-reliance
  4. 4. skyrocketing
  5. 5. trajectory

Word Matching

Task 2

Нажмите на слово слева, а затем на соответствующее ему определение справа.

Показать ключи сопоставления
  • Milestone — An important event or stage in life
  • Trajectory — The path or course of development
  • Self-reliance — Dependence on one's own capabilities
  • Boomerang generation — Adults returning to live with parents
The Future of Technology

Before you read

Talk or think about these questions first:

  • Which technology do you think will change daily life the most?
  • Would you get into a car that drives itself? Why or why not?
  • Guess: what share of big companies plan to invest more in AI? Check as you read.
I

f you could send a message to someone ten years ago describing today's technology, they might not believe you. Now imagine the message we'll send ten years from now. The pace of innovation is accelerating, and a handful of technologies are going to reshape how we live, work, and travel. Here's what's coming — and why we'll need to be thoughtful about it.

Self-driving car on city street

Self-driving taxis are already carrying passengers in several cities.

Cars that drive themselves

The clearest sign of the future is already on the road. Self-driving cars — robotaxis with no human driver — are expanding from a few test cities to many more around the world. Soon, more of us will be able to call one with an app. Supporters say they'll make roads safer, because most accidents are caused by human error. Whatever you think, one thing is clear: the way we travel is going to change.

An assistant that does the work

The biggest shift is artificial intelligence. The next step isn't just a chatbot that answers questions, but an AI agent — software that can carry out whole tasks for you, from booking a trip to organizing a project. Businesses are racing to use it: about 92% of large companies plan to increase their AI investment in the coming years. AI is going to handle more of the boring work, which could give us more time for the things only humans do well.

92%
of large companies plan to increase their investment in AI in the coming years.
Wearable tech interface

Wearable tech will keep getting smaller, smarter, and more personal.

Science at high speed

Some of the most exciting changes won't be visible at all. AI is starting to help scientists run experiments and analyze results far faster than before, which is shortening the time it takes to discover new medicines and materials. A breakthrough that once took a decade may soon take a year. This is the quiet revolution: technology that helps us solve the problems that matter most.

The future isn't something that will happen to us — it's something we're going to build.

The part we can't ignore

None of this is risk-free, and the article wouldn't be honest if it pretended otherwise. As we hand more of our lives to machines, cybersecurity and privacy become essential: we'll have to protect our data more carefully than ever, and governments are writing new rules — the EU's AI law will be fully in force in 2026. There are also fears about jobs and about spending too long staring at screens. The technology is powerful; how we use it is up to us.

Group around interactive display

The most important technology of the future is the people who guide it.

Key vocabulary

artificial intelligence (AI) — computer systems that can learn and make decisions.
an AI agent — software that carries out whole tasks for you, not just answers.
a breakthrough — an important new discovery or advance.
cybersecurity — the protection of computers and data from attack.
cutting-edge — the most modern and advanced.
wearable tech — technology you wear, like a smartwatch.
an algorithm — a set of rules a computer follows to do a task.
1

Comprehension

Did You Understand?

1. What kind of vehicles are expanding from a few test cities to many more?

2. What share of large companies plan to increase their AI investment?

6. What is the article's main message?

2

Benefit / Risk

Sort the Ideas

BENEFIT
RISK
faster medical research
data theft
safer roads
job loss
more free time
too much screen time
3

Talk About It

Discussion

Questions

  • Which prediction in the article do you agree or disagree with?
  • Make a prediction with "will": "In ten years, I think..."
  • Talk about a plan with "going to": "I'm going to..."
  • Are you more excited or worried about the future of technology? Why?
Vocabulary Mastery: Modern Communication
1 Speaking Cards (Hot Seat)

Pick a prompt, speak for 1.5–2 mins and tap the target vocabulary tags as you use them!

Card A: "Some people believe that expecting a response right away is a form of entitlement. Do you agree? How can friends who don’t see eye to eye set boundaries without causing incompatibility?"
Card B: "Imagine your partner is a notorious slow texter who tends to leave things unread. How would you convey verbally that this triggers your anxiety without being too harsh?"
Card C: "When we chat with multiple people at once, we face social overload which depletes energy. Is it better to put a time limit on screen time or withdraw completely?"

Vocabulary Checklist:

right away a form of entitlement don't see eye to eye set boundaries incompatibility notorious leave unread convey verbally give a gentle nudge social overload depletes energy withdraw
2 Context Gap-Fill

Complete sentences with the exact missing vocabulary words/phrases.

1. I had to run a few before heading to the office.
2. It is easy to get when your phone keeps buzzing.
3. Heavy alcohol consumption can severely your coordination.
4. Demanding an immediate text back is often seen as a sense of .
5. Working non-stop without taking breaks will cause you to face .
6. If he forgets to reply, just give him a gentle to remind him.
7. Trying to juggle too many social apps at once will your energy.
3 Error Correction & Fixes

Fix the word/preposition in bold. Type the correct phrase in the box.

1. "She is notorious about ignoring messages."
2. "We don't see eye on eye when it comes to communication."
3. "He decided to withdraw himself from social overload."
4. "I need to give a gentle push to remind him about the meeting."
5. "Having to accept the breakup was a tough medicine to swallow."
6. "Sorry for the delay, I was busy juggling with errands."
7. "Her continuous absence eventually led from their separation."
4 Definition Matching

Select the accurate meaning for each target term.

1. Convey
2. Notorious
3. Withdraw
4. Impair
5. Sidetracked
6. Tough pill to swallow
7. Stem from
5 Multiple Choice Test

Choose the best word or phrase to complete each sentence.

1. She felt that being left on read was a form of ____ from her partner.
2. If a message is NOT ____, you don't need to answer immediately.
3. Continuous notifications can lead to digital ____ over time.
4. He sent a friendly ____ to check if the proposal was reviewed.
5. Setting healthy boundaries has no real ____ if done respectfully.
6. Anxiety often ____ deep-seated insecurities about communication.
7. Try not to take their delayed response ____; they are just busy.
6 Sentence Unscramble

Reorder the words to build coherent sentences.

1. [a gentle / nudge / I / gave / him / to reply]
2. [social overload / leads to / inevitably / burnout]
3. [see eye to eye / on texting / they / don't]
4. [a form of / expecting / entitlement / immediate replies / is]
5. [clear boundaries / to set / it is / important]
6. [for being / notorious / a slow texter / he is]
7. [depletes / constantly / chatting / my energy]
7 Role-Play Practice

Conduct the role-play in pairs. Tap phrases as you pronounce them in speech!

Student A (The Anxious Texter): You get texting anxiety when messages are left unread. Express how you feel without sounding accusatory.

Student B (The Social Burnout): You face social overload and need to withdraw to recharge. Reassure Student A that it is not personal.
Track Used Phrases:
texting anxiety leave unread as a low priority social overload withdraw to recharge reassure a tough pill to swallow get back to you set boundaries time limit
Interactive Lesson: Balancing Priorities & Work Dynamics

Interactive Lesson: Balancing Priorities & Work Dynamics

juggling different things at once
might plan on
get sidetracked by
distractions
demand immediate attention
cut some slack
put on the spot
don't see eye to eye

Ex 1: Matching Expressions to Definitions

1. juggling different things at once →
2. might plan on →
3. get sidetracked by →
4. distractions →
5. demand immediate attention →
6. cut someone some slack →
7. put on the spot →
8. don't see eye to eye →

Ex 2: Fill in the Blanks

  1. I finishing the proposal by 3 PM, but an urgent issue came up.
  2. Incoming notifications constantly during high-focus tasks.
  3. Try to yourself — it's only your first week on the project!
  4. I was completely when they asked me for the budget figures without prior notice.
  5. We usually agree on overall strategy, but we when it comes to the timeline.
  6. It’s easy to minor social media alerts while writing reports.
  7. Working in an open-plan office means dealing with constant .
  8. Project managers are often expected to be good at to keep everything moving.

Ex 3: Multiple Choice Context Check

1. What does "juggling different things at once" mean?
2. If your manager "cuts you some slack," what are they doing?
3. What happens when you "get sidetracked by" notifications?
4. If a situation "demands immediate attention," it is:
5. What does it feel like to be "put on the spot"?
6. If two colleagues "don't see eye to eye," they:

Ex 4: Sentence Reconstruction

1. [ notifications / immediate / attention / demand / work / from ]
2. [ eye to eye / don't / budget / on the / see / we ]
3. [ getting / sidetracked / I / minor / by / keep / details ]
4. [ spot / put / on the / please / don't / me / meeting / during / the ]

Ex 5: Discussion & Personalization

  • Do you thrive when juggling different things at once, or do you prefer mono-tasking?
  • What are the main distractions in your workplace that cause you to get sidetracked?
  • How do you prioritize issues that demand immediate attention versus tasks you might plan on doing later?
  • Is it easy for you to cut yourself some slack when things don't go according to plan?
  • How do you usually react when put on the spot in front of colleagues or clients?
  • What is your go-to strategy when you and a key stakeholder don't see eye to eye?