1. Upper-intermediate Lesson 2
First Impressions
Upper-intermediate Lesson 2

2. Today we are going to learn:
How to talk about first impressions
Vocabulary
Functional phrases
Intensifiers

5. A new teacher - Nastia

6. Glossary: Sociable Reclusive Outgoing Shy Charismatic Repulsive
Unconventional
Conventional
Adventurous
Unadventurous
Disorganised
Organised
Fun
Boring

7. I have the idea that she’s quite … She seems to be … I’ve always felt she is something of a … person. To me, she seems like a pretty…kind of person. I’d say she’s reasonably…

8. Glossary: Generous Mean Careful Reckless Considerate Thoughtless
Light-hearted
Serious
Quick-tempered
Calm
Relaxed
Nervous
Strong-willed
Easily-led
Courageous
Timid

9. Intensifiers: Extremely Very Quite Pretty SOCIABLE Slightly A bit
Not very

10. Structure
Rebel
Moaner
She is something of a
Workaholic
Genius
Hero

11. Describe their character

12. Think about three people important in your life:
A family member A colleague A friend Describe their character

13. Advice on how to make a good first impression
Appear Neat And Dress Appropriately.

14. Maintain Good Eye Contact
This usually indicates to people that you are listening to them, interested in them, and friendly.

15. SMILE! :-)
A smile goes a long way in making a first impression.

16. Listen More Than You Talk
Unless you are asked for your life story (in which case give a very abbreviated version).

17. Don't Eat Or *Drink* Too Much

18. Today we have learned: How to talk about first impressions Vocabulary
Functional phrases
Intensifiers