Integrated Skills-B1- Challenges

Challenges

Definition

Watch the video and find out which definition it is portraying.

Multiple Select

Which dictionary definition of the word "challenge" does the video show?

• a stimulating task or problem

• a calling to account or into question: a protest

• an invitation to compete in a sport

• a summons that is often threatening, provocative, stimulating, or inciting: a duel

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1. What sports did you play when you were a child?

2. Was it challenging?

3. Can you thing of any challenging situation or event people often have?

​Work in pairs

Public speaking is a common fear for many people. With practice and preparation, it is possible to overcome this challenge.

Start small by speaking in front of a smaller audience. This builds confidence for larger engagements.

Prepare thoroughly by researching the topic, creating an outline, and practicing delivery multiple times.

Focus on the audience instead of personal performance. Engage with eye contact and body language to reduce anxiety.

Remember that making mistakes is normal. Take a deep breath and continue if errors occur.

By starting small, preparing well, focusing on the audience, and accepting mistakes, public speaking fears can be overcome.

​The Challenge of Public Speaking

Multiple Choice

Many individuals fear public speaking.

• TRUE

• FALSE

• NOT STATED

Multiple Choice

Starting with smaller audiences can boost confidence for bigger speaking events.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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Multiple Choice

Practice and preparation are not effective in overcoming this challenge.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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Multiple Choice

Concentrate on the audience and use eye contact and body language to alleviate nervousness.

• TRUE

• FALSE

• NOT STATED

Multiple Choice

It is important to practice deep breathing before public speaking.

• TRUE

• FALSE

• NOT STATED

Poll

What statement do you agree with? Vote your choice

• Samantha: "I believe challenges are meant to be overcome. When I was laid off from my job, I took it as an opportunity to start my own business, and now I'm more successful than before."

• Mike: "I don't think challenges are worth the struggle. Every time I try to tackle something difficult, I end up feeling more stressed out than ever. It's just not worth it."

• Emily: "I'm kind of on the fence about challenges. On one hand, they push me to grow and become a better person. But on the other hand, they can be so exhausting and draining. I just can't decide if it's worth it in the end."

• Jake: "Challenges are a part of life, and we have to face them head-on. When I lost my mother to cancer, it was the hardest thing I've ever had to go through. But it made me appreciate life more and taught me to never take anything for granted."

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Work in teams. Defend the opposite or differing position. Give arguments for the position you did not agree with.

Thank you!