Word Power

Adjectives to describe personality

Think of one of your friends,

and make a brief description of him/her.

*warm-hearted*bad-tempered

*unselfish*helpful*serious

*honest ......

At first, when I saw my best friend start to spend time with new friend, I was jealous. But now I am more open-minded because I have new friends to

spend time with.

Talk with your partner

Yes. I noticed that sometimes you were moody at the beginning of last term. However, I’m pleased to see that you are much more cheerful these days.

Think it over:

• In your opinion, what kind of person is easy to get along with and make friends with

• What characteristics would you not like a friend to have

What are synonyms?What are antonyms?Synonyms: Words that have the same or similar meaning. Antonyms: Words that have the opposite meaning.

brave ______________

smart_______________

loyal _______________

diligent _____________

passionate___________

Synonyms

courageous

clever

faithful

hard-working

enthusiastic

open-minded ______________

introvert_______________

selfish _______________

Antonyms

courageous

clever

faithful

Game:---You are divided into four groups.---Try to think of as many pairs of syn

onyms and antonyms as possible in 3 mins.

---The group that has the most correct words wins.

Have a try: Use correct adjectives to fill in the blank.• giving or ready to give freely: g______

• providing help or always being willing to help others: h______

• feelings or mood changing quickly: m _____• fond of talking: t______• with one’s mind firmly made: d______

enerous

elpful

oodyalktive

etermined

1. easy-going2. quiet3. shy

4. friendly

5. honest6. hard-working

7. serious8. strict

keys

How many people are talked about in the letter?

What about their characteristics?

Writing:

*Describe three things that you like about your friend.

eg: I like him because he is hardworking, brave and strong.

*Use positive adjectives.

*Some good writings will

be presented. Guess who is

being described

homework

Relevant exercises in Assessment Book.