93 It’s raining cats and dogs Work with a partner. How many other aspects of lifestyle (e.g. how important music or work is to people) can you think of? Make a list and share it in class. Listen to a podcast about a lifestyle that has become popular on social media. Take notes. 1 Who talks at the beginning of the podcast? 2 What lifestyle trend is discussed? 3 What are some of the characteristics of this lifestyle? 4 How is the lifestyle viewed by the people talking? 5 How is the lifestyle often presented on social media? 6 Is the podcast critical or supportive of this lifestyle? How can you tell? What’s your opinion on this trend? Talk to a partner, then compare your ideas in class. Expand your vocabulary: Describing lifestyle Pick a lifestyle you find interesting. Use expressions from the two boxes and your own ideas to write a few sentences about it, but keep it secret for now. SPEAKING 3 LISTENING 4a 16 b LANGUAGE 5 a Example: Because of its glamorous side, this lifestyle typically appeals to extroverts. Share your sentences with a partner. Let them guess which lifestyle you chose. Imagine you’ve made your lifestyle choice and you want to be active in your community. Create a suitable picture and write a short social media post (around 50 words) to go with it. For many people, pets are a big part of their lifestyle. Discuss the statements below with a partner. b WRITING 6 SPEAKING 7 a Prepare a short statement about pets in your life now and in future. Share them in small groups and give each other feedback. b This lifestyle typically appeals to … people. If you enjoy a/an … way of life, you will like … If you’re committed to … living, you will follow/prefer a … lifestyle. Because of its … side, this lifestyle suits/attracts … individuals. It often looks more … than it really is. This approach to life is sometimes criticised as … active adventurous affluent appealing consumerist extravagant family-oriented fast-paced glamorous health-conscious hectic harmful mainstream mindful nomadic sedentary simple spiritual sustainable traditional wasteful “Having a pet means being responsible for a living creature that totally depends on you. I’m just not up for that kind of commitment. I want the freedom to do my own thing.” “No matter what, my dog gets me out the door and keeps me moving. It’s not just good for my fitness – it does wonders for my mental health too.” “Pets are just a lot of work. Cleaning litter boxes, booking vet appointments, looking after all their needs – I wouldn’t have the time!” “There’s nothing more relaxing than a cat purring next to you on the couch after a long day. I honestly can’t imagine life without that.” Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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