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Conversation Advance · Module 24 · Unit 116

Memorable Journeys or Trips

C2 Proficient Upper

Learning Objectives

In this lesson, you will discuss overcoming challenges and learn practical vocabulary for daily communication.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. What is a recent challenge you have overcome?
  2. Do you tend to face challenges head-on?
  3. Have you ever felt like giving up on a goal?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Resilience

    noun

    /rɪˈzɪliəns/

    Meaning:The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties.

    Her resilience helped her succeed.

    Real Life Tip:

    Highly admired trait in American culture.

  • Obstacle

    noun

    /ˈɒbstəkl/

    Meaning:A thing that blocks one"s way or prevents progress.

    We faced many obstacles during the move.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used to describe life and business hurdles.

  • Push through

    phrasal verb

    /pʊʃ θruː/

    Meaning:To continue with something despite difficulties.

    We have to push through the exhaustion.

    Real Life Tip:

    Encouraging phrase for tough times.

  • When the going gets tough

    idiom

    /wen ðə ˈɡoʊɪŋ ɡets tʌf/

    Meaning:When a situation becomes difficult.

    When the going gets tough, you learn the most.

    Real Life Tip:

    Common advice given to people facing adversity.

  • No-brainer

    slang

    /ˈnoʊ breɪnər/

    Meaning:Something that is very easy or obvious.

    Choosing to keep trying was a no-brainer.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used for easy, logical decisions.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Kevin and Jennifer are discussing the challenges of house hunting and their future.
  • Kevin
    This house hunt is full of obstacles, is it not?
  • Jennifer
    Definitely. But we have to show some resilience.
  • Kevin
    You are right. When the going gets tough, we just keep going.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What are Kevin and Jennifer dealing with?
  2. What trait does Jennifer think they need?
  3. Why does Kevin say staying together is a no-brainer?

Exercise

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

  1. What is resilience?

  2. What is an obstacle?

  3. We must push ____ the pain.

  4. It was a total ____.

  5. get / the / tough / going / when

  6. resilience / show / we / must

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. What is the best way to develop resilience?
  2. How do you handle obstacles in your career?
  3. Is there a situation where giving up is better than pushing through?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. How do I keep going when things get tough?
  2. What if I cannot overcome an obstacle?
  3. How do I know when to push through?
  4. How can I become more resilient?
  5. Is being a no-brainer always good?
  6. What is the biggest challenge you ever faced?
  7. How do I help others through challenges?
  8. Are obstacles just tests?
  9. Why is it so hard to be resilient?
  10. How do I maintain a positive attitude?
Jennifer
Exactly. We just need to push through this phase.
  • Kevin
    Staying together through this is a no-brainer.
  • Jennifer
    I agree. We make a great team.
  • Kevin
    I feel better now.
  • Jennifer
    Good. Let us keep moving forward.