Question

Read the text and mark the sentences 1-7, T (True), F (False) or OS (Doesn't Say). Correct the false sentences. Explain the words in bold.
1    Breaking the ice means saying or doing something to start feeling relaxed with a new person.
2    People feel uncomfortable when meeting someone new because they cannot predict their reactions.
3    Some people don't have any passions.
4    When you meet someone for the first time, it's better to look serious.
5    Confident people don't postpone things.
6    When you start a conversation, talk a lot about yourself.
7    If you feel uncomfortable with new people, avoid being around them.
study skills
Reading effectively
The author's purpose is the reason for writing the passage. This could be to entertain, persuade, inform, advise, narrate or describe. Recognising the author's purpose will help you understand the content of the text better.

Answer 1

1-T
2-T
3-DS
4-F When you meet someone for the first time, it's better to smile. (Когда вы встречаете кого-то в первый раз, лучше улыбнуться)
5-DS
6-F You should show you're interested in others by asking them to speak too. (Вам следует показать, что вам интересны другие, прося их также говорить)
7-F You should make the effort to get to know people, even if you find it difficult. (Вам следует сделать усилие познакомиться с людьми, даже если вам кажется это сложным)