LIVE AND LEARN

Read and remember how to use the words:

habit: work habits; school habits; to develop good work habits; to be in the habit of doing something; to break a habit. Are you in the habit of getting up early? Each one of you ought to develop good work habits and a true love to learn.

opportunity: to offer opportunities; to find (afford) an opportunity to do something; to give (somebody) an opportunity; to miss an opportunity to have an opportunity for (of) doing something. I'm glad to have this opportunity of speaking with you. Summer affords brilliant opportunities for sports. You should take every opportunity of speaking English.

to satisfy, satisfactory: to satisfy somebody's curiosity (interest); to be satisfied with the results in sports (work, studies); a satisfactory answer. Are you satisfied with your progress in English? The teacher can ask you for further details if he is not satisfied with the answers given.

to disappoint, disappointed: to be disappointed (in a person, in some idea, in a book). The book disappointed me; it wasn't as good as I hoped it would be. I was so disappointed when I heard you couldn't come.

to acquire: to acquire knowledge (a habit, skills). You must work hard to acquire a good knowledge of a foreign language. How did you acquire such good work habits?

to point: to point at the building; to point out a mistake; to point out that.... The teacher pointed out to the pupil that his notebook was very untidy.

success, successful: to be a success. His speech was a success; the audience listened attentively. It was a successful trip because I achieved my goal.

to create, creative: to be creative; creative writing; to create great works of art. Can computers really create language? I convinced myself that my imagination had created this feeling of joy. Words can create the most beautiful images. His creative work is highly valued. A youngster has more time to be creative.

to turn to somebody for: to turn to somebody for help (advice). Why didn't you turn to your parents for advice when you had problems while doing your homework?

to cope: to cope with a difficult task (problem, subject); to cope with difficulties. Do you turn to your parents, a friend or a teacher for help if you can't cope with your homework?


PRACTICE
Exercise 1. Describe your activities in the English language lessons. Say:

· how you can improve your reading, writing, conversation skills and how you can improve your pronunciation;
· why you think a lot of attention should be paid to your pronunciation;
· what opportunities for your English practice you have outside your classroom;
· what results you have already achieved and whether you are satisfied with them.

Exercise 2.
a) Say who you can turn to for help or practical advice when you can't cope with your work.
b) Say what can help a pupil:
· to cope with a difficult subject;
· to improve his (her) reading skills;
· to do the work properly;
· to pass an examination successfully;
· to acquire a serious knowledge of some subject.

You may use the following:
the teacher's encouragement
a friend's help and support
good work habits
constant study
daily writing practice
industriousness and responsibility
the teacher's exact and clear explanations
someone's parents' advice
a good memory
diligent work
additional reading

c) Say what you think may help you to be successful in your studies.