Английский язык для повседневной жизни. Чтение, лексика и навыки общения для уровня A2

How did Lucy meet new people in her city?

Why did Lucy make a good impression on the club members?

How do you usually meet new people?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

When meeting someone for the first time, you should ______.

A) ask questions

B) introduce yourself

C) make a good impression

Asking about hobbies is a way to ______.

A) start a conversation

B) introduce yourself

C) make a good impression

If you listen carefully and show interest, you ______.

A) make a good impression

B) start a conversation

C) ask questions

She smiled and was friendly to ______.

A) introduce herself

B) make a good impression

C) start a conversation

Exercise 2 – Matching

Match the expressions with their meanings:

introduce yourself

start a conversation

ask questions

make a good impression

a) начать разговор

b) произвести хорошее впечатление

c) представляться

d) задавать вопросы

Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

It is important to introduce yourself to make the other person feel comfortable and polite.

Topics like hobbies, work, or the local area can help start a conversation.

Lucy met new people by joining a local club and talking to members.

She made a good impression because she was friendly, asked questions, and showed interest.

Possible answers:

I usually meet new people through school, work, or clubs.

I introduce myself and try to ask questions to start a conversation.

I attend events or meet friends of friends to meet new people.

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

1 – B

2 – A

3 – A

4 – B

Explanation:

«Introduce yourself» means say your name and greet politely.

«Start a conversation» means begin talking with someone.

«Ask questions» means inquire to learn more.

«Make a good impression» means behave in a way that others like and respect.

Exercise 2 – Matching

1 – c

2 – a

3 – d

4 – b

Personality and Character

Word Power

1. be outgoing

быть общительным

She is very outgoing and likes meeting new people.

Она очень общительная и любит знакомиться с новыми людьми.

Being outgoing helps him make friends quickly.

Быть общительным помогает ему быстро заводить друзей.

2. be shy

быть застенчивым

He is shy and finds it hard to speak in public.

Он застенчивый и ему трудно говорить публично.

Some shy people prefer small gatherings to large parties.

Некоторые застенчивые люди предпочитают маленькие встречи большим вечеринкам.

3. be honest

быть честным

It’s important to be honest with your friends.

Важно быть честным с друзьями.

She is honest and always tells the truth.

Она честная и всегда говорит правду.

4. be creative

быть креативным, творческим

Artists need to be creative.

Художникам нужно быть креативными.

He is creative and enjoys designing new things.

Он креативный и любит придумывать новые вещи.

Reading Text

Personality and character shape how we behave and interact with others. Some people are outgoing and enjoy meeting new people, while others are shy and prefer quieter environments. Being honest is a trait that helps build trust, and being creative allows people to think differently and solve problems.

Anna is outgoing and creative. She loves joining clubs at university and sharing her ideas with others. Her friends appreciate her honesty and often ask for advice. Being outgoing helps Anna make friends easily, but she also respects those who are shy and gives them space when needed.

Shy people, like her classmate Mark, may feel nervous in large groups but can be very thoughtful and kind. Creativity is not only about art; it can also appear in solving daily problems or finding new ways to organize life. Honesty helps friends rely on each other and reduces misunderstandings. Understanding personality traits allows people to communicate more effectively and appreciate each other’s strengths.

Everyone has unique traits, and knowing one’s character helps in forming relationships and achieving personal goals.

Check Your Understanding

What traits does Anna have?

How does being honest help friendships?