Читать книгу Подготовка к ОГЭ по английскому языку. Практикуем лексику по темам кодификатора - - Страница 17

1. Story

Every person has a unique personality that is made up of many different traits. These traits shape how they think, feel, and act. When we talk about someone’s personality, we often describe their behavior, how they react to situations, and how they interact with others.

For example, a person can be described as kind-hearted if they are always ready to help others. They may also be described as honest if they always tell the truth, or generous if they give freely of their time or resources. On the other hand, a person who only thinks about themselves may be called selfish or egotistical.

Personality traits can be both positive and negative. Positive traits are those that make a person pleasant to be around, like friendly, polite, or optimistic. Negative traits may include being rude, irritable, or lazy. Sometimes, people are a combination of both: someone might be generally kind, but also stubborn or impatient.

Let’s take a look at how we could describe a person named Alex. Alex is a warm-hearted person who always takes time to listen to his friends. He is responsible and never fails to meet his commitments. However, he can be a bit impulsive, acting before thinking, which sometimes leads him into difficult situations. Despite this, his sense of humor and optimism make him popular among his friends.

Alex’s loyalty to his family and friends is one of his best qualities. He always supports the people he cares about, even when times are tough. However, his short temper can cause problems, especially when things don’t go as planned.

In the end, Alex is a person who tries his best to be good to others, but his personality has both strengths and flaws, just like any real person.

2. Useful Phrases and Expressions

to be kind-hearted – быть добрым

to be honest – быть честным

to be selfish – быть эгоистичным

to be generous – быть щедрым

to be friendly – быть дружелюбным

to be polite – быть вежливым

to be optimistic – быть оптимистом

to be rude – быть грубым

to be irritable – быть раздражительным

to be lazy – быть ленивым

to be warm-hearted – быть тёплым, добрым

to be responsible – быть ответственным

to be impulsive – быть импульсивным

to be stubborn – быть упрямым

to have a short temper – иметь короткий темперамент

to be loyal – быть преданным

to be supportive – быть поддерживающим

to have a good sense of humor – иметь хорошее чувство юмора

to be hard-working – быть трудолюбивым

to be caring – быть заботливым

3. Exercises

Exercise 1: Matching

Match the English phrases with their Russian translations.

to be generous

to be selfish

to have a short temper

to be optimistic

to be responsible

to be impulsive

to be kind-hearted

to be stubborn

a) быть щедрым

b) быть эгоистичным

c) иметь короткий темперамент

d) быть оптимистом

e) быть ответственным

f) быть импульсивным

g) быть добрым

h) быть упрямым

Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks

Complete the sentences using the words and phrases from the box.

Box:

to be generous, to have a good sense of humor, to be selfish, to be responsible, to be loyal, to be irritable, to be optimistic, to be caring, to have a short temper

Sarah is always there for her friends; she is very __________ and will drop everything to help them.

Paul tends to react quickly when things don’t go his way. He __________ when he is frustrated.

James is always ready to help others, and he is known for being __________ with his time and money.

Maria tries to stay positive no matter the situation. She is very __________.

Anna is always ready to take charge of a situation. She is very __________ and can always be counted on.

Tom can be very __________, especially when he’s hungry or tired.

Mark has a great sense of humor, and his friends love him for it. He __________ and can make anyone laugh.

Linda never gives up on her friends. She is very __________ and will always support them no matter what.

Exercise 3: Answer the questions

Answer the questions using full sentences.

How would you describe a person who is always ready to help others?

Why is being loyal an important trait for a person?

What are some positive traits that make a person pleasant to be around?

How can negative traits like being irritable or selfish affect relationships?

Can a person be a mix of both positive and negative traits? Give an example.

4. Answers

Exercise 1: Matching

1 – a

2 – b

3 – c

4 – d

5 – e

6 – f

7 – g

8 – h

Exercise 2: Fill in the blanks

caring

has a short temper

generous

optimistic

responsible

irritable

has a good sense of humor

loyal

Exercise 3: Answer the questions

How would you describe a person who is always ready to help others?

A person who is always ready to help others is often described as caring, generous, and supportive. They are selfless and willing to sacrifice their own time and resources to help those in need.

Why is being loyal an important trait for a person?

Loyalty is important because it creates trust and strong, lasting relationships. A loyal person is reliable and dependable, and others can count on them in times of need or difficulty.

What are some positive traits that make a person pleasant to be around?

Positive traits like kindness, honesty, friendliness, optimism, and a good sense of humor make a person pleasant to be around. These traits help build positive connections with others and make interactions enjoyable.

How can negative traits like being irritable or selfish affect relationships?

Negative traits like irritability or selfishness can lead to conflicts and misunderstandings in relationships. An irritable person might snap at others, causing tension, while a selfish person may neglect the needs of others, leading to feelings of frustration and resentment.

Can a person be a mix of both positive and negative traits? Give an example.

Yes, a person can have both positive and negative traits. For example, someone might be generally kind and helpful but also stubborn at times. Their kindness may make them a good friend, but their stubbornness could cause problems when they refuse to listen to advice.