English Morning Reading The problem with millennials – and, no, it’s not what you think (SCMP 19/9/2017 C2) Date of session: 20th September, 2017 (Day 5) Classes: 6A+ 6B Teacher-in-charge: Mr. Tse

B. Vocabulary 1. moan (v.) L6 – complain e.g. are always moaning and groaning about 2. knee-deep (adj.) L14 - involved in a difficult situation e.g. knee-deep in paperwork (figurative) 3. meagre (adj.) L29 – very small in quantity e.g. meagre diet of bread and water 4. hapless (adj.) L70 - unlucky / unfortunate e.g. hapless victims 5. psyche (n.) L103 – mind, feelings and attitudes e.g. the male psyche

C. Useful expressions 1. … lose sight of ... L10 e.g. We must not lose sight of our original aim. 2. It all comes down to … L43 e.g. It all comes down to the lack of motivation.

D. IP Question What are the problems faced by the millennial generation? Preparation: 2 mins. (note taking) Discussion: 2 mins. (pair work) Presentation: 1 min. (individual) Presenters: 6A (11), 6B (05)