Check this exercise again after seeing the words in context on page 2.
1. destined a) able to get along very well
2. compatible b) to see in one’s mind, to envision
3. ideal c) meant to have a certain future
(arranged by a force such as God or the stars) 4. passionate about d) very deeply interested in 5. genuine e) a mini-test, often includes multiple-choice questions 6. picture (verb) f) real 7. stumbling block g) perfect 8. obsessed h) something that prevents a person from achieving a goal 9. quiz i) always thinking or worrying about 10. regular basis j) related to the feelings and expressions of love
11. romantic k) regularly, often refers to a set schedule
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Reading SOUL MATES Does each person have one true love?
1. Do you believe in love at first sight? Does every human have “I feel like a part a soul mate? A soul mate is a person who was destined to be of my soul has your romantic partner for life. You share a very deep love and you are highly compatible. loved you since 2. Relationship experts say it isn’t ideal to search for your soul mate. the beginning If you are true to yourself, you will meet your soul mate naturally. of everything. In other words, hang around people you enjoy and do things you Maybe we’re from are passionate about. Your chances of finding your soul mate will the same star.” be better if you are living a genuine life. —Emery Allen, author 3. Can you picture your soul mate in your mind? This might be your stumbling block. A soul mate is more likely to appear when you least expect it. You’ll know by your heart when you’ve met him or her. In fact, you may already have met your soul mate. Is there someone from your past who you shared a special connection with?
4. Some people become obsessed with finding their perfect match.
They take “Are we soul mates?” quizzes on a regular basis. Do you need a quiz to recognize your soul mate?
5. Some people believe that a soul mate is actually a part of you. Without your “twin flame,” you are only half a soul. What is your definition of a soul mate? Is it possible to have more than one soul mate in a lifetime?
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Comprehension Discuss these questions in pairs and write the answers in your notebook.
1. How does the reading begin?
2. How is the word “soul mate” defined in the passage?
3. According to the reading, what is the best way to find your soul mate?
4. Why does the passage mention quizzes?
5. What is your “twin flame”?
Vocabulary Review A. Complete the Sentences
Complete the sentences using vocabulary from page 1.
You may need to change the word forms.
1. My is that I work late hours. I’ll never meet my soul mate with this job.
2. Maria is with meeting her perfect man.
I thought Jose was ideal, but she says he’s too tall.
3. When I my husband-to-be, he is tall, dark, and handsome.
4. I am beginning to think that I am to be single.
It has been five years since I’ve been in a relationship.
5. We were when we first met. Now we fight on a regular basis.
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Vocabulary Review cont.
B. Odd One Out
Choose the word or phrase that does NOT belong in the group.
1. a) quiz 3. a) passionate 5. a) ideal
b) test b) interested b) perfect c) picture c) regular basis c) ultimate d) exam d) obsessed d) romantic
2. a) stumbling block 4. a) stumble 6. a) compatible
b) romantic b) real b) agreeable c) loving c) true c) genuine d) attracted d) genuine d) well-suited
Discussion 1. Were humans designed to have one partner in life?
2. Is it possible to fall out of love with a soul mate?
3. Is it a bad idea to marry a person who is not your soul mate?
4. In your opinion, what is the secret to finding a soul mate?
Soul Mates Quiz
Find a soul mates quiz online and take the quiz or write your own quiz as a class (use about 10 multiple-choice questions).
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Listening Fill in the blanks as you listen to the recording.
SOUL MATES Does each person have one true love?
1. Do you believe in love at first sight? Does every human have a soul mate? A soul mate is a person who was to be your partner for life. You share a very deep love and you are highly .
2. Relationship experts say it isn’t to search for your
soul mate. If you are true to yourself, you will meet your soul mate naturally. In other words, hang around people you enjoy and do things you are . Your chances of finding your soul mate will be better if you are living a life.
3. Can you your soul mate in your mind? This might be your block. A soul mate is more likely to appear when you least expect it. You’ll know by your heart when you’ve met him or her. In fact, you may already have met your soul mate. Is there someone from your past who you shared a special connection with?
4. Some people become with finding their perfect
match. They take “Are we soul mates?” on a regular . Do you need a quiz to recognize your soul mate?
5. Some people believe that a soul mate is actually a part of you. Without your “twin ,” you are only half a soul. What is your of a soul mate? Is it possible to have more than one soul mate in a lifetime?
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Answer Key LESSON DESCRIPTION: TEACHING TIPS: LEVEL: Int
In this lesson, students read about See Discussion Starters Teaching Guide TIME: 1–2 hours soul mates and discuss their opinions (https://esllibrary.com/courses/72/lessons/) TAGS: discussion, soul mate, about having one true love. Students for a variety of ways to use the reading. love, relationships, are encouraged to take or make their Valentine’s Day, marriage own soul mates quiz.
Pre-Reading Vocabulary Review
A. WARM-UP QUESTIONS A. CCMPLETE THE SENTENCES
Have students work in small groups or as a class. 1. stumbling block 3. picture 5. compatible 2. obsessed 4. destined B. VOCABULARY PREVIEW B. ODD ONE OUT 1. c 3. g 5. f 7. h 9. e 11. j 2. a 4. d 6. b 8. i 10. k 1. c 2. a 3. c 4. a 5. d 6. c
Reading (and/or Listening) Discussion
Read individually, in small groups, or as a class. You can also play Answers will vary. the listening as your students read along. A gap-fill version of the Can be done individually or in small groups or pairs. reading is available on page 5. Help your students with vocabulary and expressions that they are unfamiliar with. Soul Mates Quiz
Comprehension If your class chooses to write an “Are we soul mates?” quiz,
please share it with us. Email us at hello@esllibrary.com. 1. The reading begins with a question. This is a We’ll try to publish your quiz on our blog. If you have a blog, “hypothetical question.” There is no right or wrong answer. post your quiz there. Be sure to send a link to us so that we 2. A soul mate is defined as a person who you are can share it with the world! destined to spend your life with (a true partner). 3. According to the reading, the best way to find Listening your soul mate is to live your life in a genuine manner. 4. The passage mentions “quizzes” because people who 1. destined, romantic, compatible are obsessed with finding their soul mate often take 2. ideal, passionate about, genuine quizzes to see if they’ve found the right person. 3. picture, stumbling 5. Your “twin flame” is the soul who completes you. According to 4. obsessed, quizzes, basis some theories, you are only half a soul without this person. 5. flame, definition
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