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Conversation Advance · Module 1 · Unit 1

Marriage Traditions Around the World

Pre C1 Advanced

Learning Objectives

In this lesson, you will discuss choosing a life partner and learn practical vocabulary for daily communication.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. What are the top three qualities you look for in a life partner?
  2. Do you think it is better to have similar interests or complementary ones?
  3. How do you know when you have met "the one"?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Compatibility

    noun

    /kəmˌpætəˈbɪlɪti/

    Meaning:The state of being able to exist or live together in harmony.

    Compatibility is the foundation of a long-lasting marriage.

    Real Life Tip:

    A very frequently discussed metric for relationships.

  • Values

    noun

    /ˈvæljuːz/

    Meaning:Principles or standards of behavior.

    Sharing the same core values makes life much easier.

    Real Life Tip:

    Crucial for long-term partnership success.

  • Open up

    phrasal verb

    /ˈoʊpən ʌp/

    Meaning:To start talking more about one's feelings and experiences.

    It took him a long time to open up to me.

    Real Life Tip:

    Highly valued in emotional intimacy.

  • See eye to eye

    idiom

    /siː aɪ tuː aɪ/

    Meaning:To agree fully with someone.

    We don't always see eye to eye on everything, but we respect each other.

    Real Life Tip:

    Essential for conflict resolution.

  • Soulmate

    slang

    /ˈsoʊlmeɪt/

    Meaning:A person ideally suited to another as a close friend or romantic partner.

    I feel so lucky to have found my soulmate.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used romantically and idealistically.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Daniel and Rachel are talking about how their shared values have strengthened their relationship over time.
  • Daniel
    I was thinking about how lucky I am to have found my soulmate.
  • Rachel
    That is so sweet! I think our compatibility is really special.
  • Daniel
    We really share the same core values, which helps a lot.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What does Daniel call Rachel?
  2. What do Daniel and Rachel share?
  3. What does Rachel say about not seeing eye to eye?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What is compatibility?

  2. What does 'see eye to eye' mean?

  3. It is important to ____ up about your fears.

  4. They are perfect ____.

  5. share / same / we / values / the

  6. eye / see / we / to / eye / don't

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. Is compatibility something that can be learned, or is it natural?
  2. Why is it so hard for some people to open up to a partner?
  3. Can a relationship work if you never see eye to eye?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. What if my partner and I have different values?
  2. How do I know if someone is my soulmate?
  3. What are the best ways to improve compatibility?
  4. How do I encourage my partner to open up more?
  5. What should I do if we stop seeing eye to eye?
  6. Are core values fixed or can they change?
  7. Is it possible to have too much compatibility?
  8. How do I define my own values?
  9. What is the role of compromise in a relationship?
  10. How can I maintain a connection with my soulmate?
Rachel
It definitely does. Even when we don't see eye to eye, we talk.
  • Daniel
    True. It took me a while to learn how to truly open up to you.
  • Rachel
    I am glad you did. It made us so much stronger.
  • Daniel
    Me too. I wouldn't trade this life for anything.
  • Rachel
    Me neither. We are a great team.