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#Small Talk
Barbie Toys
A piece of childhood
Updated: 2023.08.22
3 min read · Intermediate
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Barbie Toys
바비 인형
Discussion Questions
Q1
In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.
여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.
Q2
What part of the reading resonated with you most?
이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?
Q3
Did you ever have a favorite toy growing up? Why was it your favorite? Explain.
어렸을 때 가장 좋아했던 장난감이 있었나요? 왜 좋아했나요?
Q4
What do you think has allowed Barbie to maintain its popularity over the past six decades?
바비가 지난 60년 동안 인기를 유지할 수 있었던 비결은 무엇이라고 생각하나요?
Q5
Some have criticized Barbie for promoting unrealistic standards of beauty for women. Do you agree or disagree with the criticisms? Explain.
일각에서는 바비가 여성에게 비현실적인 미의 기준을 조장한다는 비판이 있습니다. 이러한 비판에 동의하시나요, 아니면 동의하지 않나요?
Q6
How important do you think imaginative play is for child development? Do toys like Barbie contribute to imaginative play? Why or why not?
상상력 놀이가 아동 발달에 얼마나 중요하다고 생각하세요? 바비와 같은 장난감이 상상력 놀이에 도움이 되나요? 왜 그런가요? 혹은 왜 그렇지 않은가요?
Q7
Do you think standards of beauty put forward by toys like Barbie have an impact on social standards of beauty? Why or why not?
바비 인형과 같은 장난감이 제시하는 미의 기준이 사회적 미의 기준에 영향을 미친다고 생각하나요? 왜 그런가요? 혹은 왜 그렇지 않나요?
Q8
Barbie has transformed herself over the course of time, reflecting current trends in fashion, careers, and more. How do you think these transformations have impacted children’s aspirations?
바비는 시간이 지남에 따라 패션, 직업 등의 최신 트렌드를 반영하여 변신을 거듭해 왔습니다. 이러한 변화가 아이들의 열망에 어떤 영향을 미쳤다고 생각하나요?
Q9
Have you seen the Barbie movie? What were your thoughts on it?
바비 영화를 본 적이 있나요? 영화에 대해 어떻게 생각하시나요?
Q10
If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.
궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.
Expressions
spawn
to generate or produce; to give rise to
Example
1

The recent economic reforms have spawned a new era of prosperity.

Example
2

The success of the movie spawned a series of sequels.

replica
a copy or reproduction of something, especially an artwork
Example
1

The museum had an impressive replica of the famous painting.

Example
2

The designer worked meticulously to create a perfect replica of the vintage dress.

allure
to attract or entice with something desirable; to tempt or charm
Example
1

The luxurious resort was designed to allure travelers seeking relaxation and indulgence.

Example
2

The company used clever marketing strategies to allure customers to their new product line.

perpetuate
to reinforce or encourage an existing effect
Example
1

The rude comment perpetuated a toxic office culture.

Example
2

In order to keep his property value high, the homeowner perpetuated rumors that there was buried gold on his lot.

shortcoming
a weakness or deficiency in something
Example
1

Despite his many talents, his fear of public speaking was a noticeable shortcoming.

Example
2

Recognizing one's own shortcomings is the first step towards personal growth.

staple
a main or important element of something
Example
1

His skin-care routine is a staple of his morning routine.

Example
2

Go to the grocery store and make sure to get all the staples—milk, eggs, and bread.

본 교재는 당사 편집진이 제작하는 링글의 자산으로 저작권법에 의해 보호됩니다. 링글 플랫폼 외에서 자료를 활용하시는 경우 당사와 사전 협의가 필요합니다.
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