Intermediate: Fads, Trends & Fashion

GUESS THE WORD

Fill in the missing letters of the word to complete each sentence. Read the meaning aloud and use it as a clue.
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  1. peculiar
  2. consequence
  3. hilarious

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1. word:
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meaning: [adjective] different to what is ordinary
sentence: She is __________ because she always wears the same outfit every day.
2. word:
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meaning: [noun] result of a specific action/situation
sentence: As a _____________ of going home late last night, he was forced to surrender his gadgets.
3. word:
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meaning: [adjective] very funny
sentence: The commentator made his audience laugh because of his ________________ jokes.

READING ALOUD

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

READ

Whoa! What’s with the peculiar tan skin and blonde hair? Trying a new look?
This is called, Ganguro makeup look, brother. It’s a makeup trend from the ‘90s. I lost a bet with my friends, so as a consequence I have to wear Ganguro for a day.

You look pretty weird but it “fits you like a glove”. Here let me take a picture. Mom and dad will definitely love it.
Hey, you’re funnier. I saw you the other day. You were stuffing lots of marshmallows inside your mouth in front of your camera. What was that, by the way?

That is called Chubby Bunny Challenge and it’s the latest fad. You have to put as many marshmallows as you can inside your mouth and then you will say the word “chubby bunny” loud and clear.
That sounds interesting, but why would you do that? Wouldn’t you get choked?

My friends challenged me to do the Chubby Bunny Challenge—something funny that we could share on social media. It’s hilarious.
I see. I’ll be sure to check out your Chubby Bunny Challenge video. See you later, Ron!

CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Please answer the questions in complete sentences.

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1. How is Ganguro described?
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2. How is the Chubby Bunny Challenge done?
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3. Do you think Ron enjoyed doing the Chubby Bunny Challenge?
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4. What does Ron mean by “it fits you like a glove”?
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DESCRIBING PICTURES

Study the pictures for 1 minute. Tell a story based on the pictures.

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EXPRESSING OPINIONS

Please answer the questions by stating your opinions.

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1. Some people say that having tattoos look unpleasant on the body. Do you agree or disagree?
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2. Would you rather be called old-fashioned than follow a weird trend? Cite an example of a weird trend.
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CONVERSATION PRACTICE

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions.

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1. Name a trend that you followed.
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2. If you were to create a trend/fad, what would it be and why?
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3. Do you think that the clothes we wear reflect our personality?
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4. What were the worst trends and fads you’ve seen so far?
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5. Were there any trends in the past that you hope to come back?
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