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9. Give me a clue. Speaking and Listening - номер 1, страница 100.

Условие.

Queen Elizabeth I

Napoleon

Bono

Jane Austen

Bill Gates

Madonna

Socrates

SPEAKING AND LISTENING

1 In pairs, look at the picture and answer the questions.

What do you know about these people?

What sort of personality do you think they have/had? Use the words below. Justify your opinions.

strong-willed charismatic outspoken

argumentative short-tempered innovative

manipulative quick-witted inscrutable

a good conversationalist astute witty

Решение.

Решение 2.

1. В парах посмотрите на картинку и ответьте на вопросы.

• Что вы знаете об этих людях?

• Какую личность, по вашему мнению, они имеют/имели? Используйте слова ниже. Обоснуйте свои мнения.

Ответ:

Person	What I know about them	Personality and justification
Queen Elizabeth I	She was a powerful Queen of England who ruled for a very long time and was known as the "Virgin Queen" because she never married.	Strong-willed: She made many important decisions and held onto her power firmly. Astute: She was very smart and good at politics, managing her country well. Outspoken: She was not afraid to express her opinions, especially in political matters.
Napoleon	He was a French emperor and a very famous general who conquered a large part of Europe.	Strong-willed: He was very determined to win battles and expand his empire. Charismatic: He could inspire his soldiers and followers to fight for him. Argumentative: He likely pushed his own ideas and debated others to get his way. Short-tempered: Some stories say he could get angry quickly.
Bono	He is the lead singer of the band U2 and is also known for his activism and charity work for global issues.	Charismatic: He is a great performer and can really connect with people. Outspoken: He often speaks openly about political and social problems. A good conversationalist: He gives many interviews and is articulate. Innovative: His music and activism often break new ground.
Jane Austen	She was a famous English writer who wrote classic novels like "Pride and Prejudice" about society and love.	Quick-witted: Her characters have very clever and smart conversations. Witty: Her books are full of subtle humor and smart observations. Astute: She had a very sharp understanding of human nature and society. Inscrutable: She lived a private life, so some aspects of her personality are not fully known.
Bill Gates	He is the co-founder of Microsoft and is now very involved in charity work through his foundation, giving away a lot of his money.	Innovative: He helped create the modern computer software industry. Astute: He is incredibly intelligent and a very successful businessman. Strong-willed: He was determined to make Microsoft a huge company. Quick-witted: He is known for his sharp mind and problem-solving skills.
Madonna	She is a very famous pop singer and icon, known for her constant reinvention and sometimes controversial performances.	Strong-willed: She always did things her own way and stayed relevant for decades. Outspoken: She was never afraid to challenge norms and express herself boldly. Innovative: She constantly changed her music, style, and image. Charismatic: She has a huge stage presence and attracts a lot of attention.
Socrates	He was an ancient Greek philosopher who taught by asking many questions instead of just giving answers.	A good conversationalist: He taught by engaging people in dialogue and asking questions. Quick-witted: His method of questioning, known as the Socratic method, required a very sharp mind. Astute: He had deep insights into morality and human knowledge. Outspoken: He openly challenged the common beliefs of his time, which eventually led to his trial.