Choose the best response for each situation
b My baby sister began to walk today.
a. I cupped my ear.
b. I gave that person a pat on the back.
c. I clenched my fists.
d. I gave that person a big hand.
_____ 1. My friend was talking to me, but I couldn't hear a word.
_____ 2. When I got to my car, I noticed some damage on the door.
_____3. I liked the musician's performance a lot!
_____4. I wanted to hear something better.
_____5. My brother got a perfect mark on his English exam.
_____6. Someone insulted me.
______7. One of my classmates made a very good speech in class.
Complete the sentences.
Bob was talking so softly that Joan had to cup her ear to hear him.
Todd said something that upset Caroline. She ____________and shouted at him.
When Charles saw his friend John, he ran over to him ,_____________, and said, "How have you been?"
Last week, Mel and Sara went to see a play. At the end, everyone shouted, "Bravo!",and ___________ to the actors.
Bob's younger brother got high marks in all his classes. Bob said, "I'm proud of you," and _________________________________________________________
Marge always spoke loudly to Rick. She knew he couldn't hear well because he frequently
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DISCUSSION
You probably know the noun cup, as in "a cup of coffee." In this unit, cup is a verb. How are the two meanings related?
Think of situations in which you might give someone a pat on the back.
We usually give someone a big hand after they have done something well. When might we give someone a big hand before they do something? What does this mean?
When people cup their ears, it is sometimes the fault of the speaker. Other times, it is the fault of the listener. Think of situations for both.
Two gestures in this lesson are used to show appreciation. However, we use them in very different circumstances. Which two gestures are they? When do we use each one?
Are the gestures in this unit used in the same way in your country? How are they the same or different?
_______________________________________________________________UNITS 7-10 REVIEW
to bite one’s nails to not bat an eye
to clench one’s fists to pat someone on the back
to cup one’s ear to put one’s finger to one’s lips
to give someone a big hand to put one’s hands up
to give the OK sign to raise an eyebrow
to give the victory sign to roll one’s eyes
hand in hand to slap someone on the back
to hold someone’s hand to shake one’s fist at someone
to lower one’s eyes to twiddle one’s thumbs
to make someone’s eyes pop out to wring one’s hands
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A. Circle the correct answer.
Who are more likely to cup their ears?
people who don’t want to hear
people who have difficulty hearing
Who are more likely to lower their eyes?
guilty people
innocent people
Who are more likely to pat someone on the back?
people congratulating others
people greeting others
Who are more likely to put a finger to one’s lips
construction workers
librarians
Who are more likely to raise an eyebrow?
people who don't approve of something
people who aren't surprised by something
Who are more likely to twiddle their thumbs?
busy people
bored people
Who are more likely to shake a fist at someone?
people who are angry about something
people who are pleased about something
Who are more likely to give the victory sign?
losers
winners
Who are more likely to hold someone's hand?
people who are in love
people who are proud
Who are more likely to wring their hands?
worried people
bored people
10 Who are more likely to clench their fists?
people who are upset
people who are cold
Who are more likely to roll their eyes?
people who aren't honest
people who are annoyed by something
Who are more likely to slap someone on the back?
men
women
Who are more likely to give the OK sign?
people who are ashamed about something
people who are satisfied with something
Who are more likely to bite their nails?
worried people
lazy people
Who are more likely to give someone a big hand?
performers
an audience