In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.
Q2
Why did you choose this topic for today’s class discussion?
Q3
How does Bhutanese culture respond to death? How does that differ from your culture?
Q4
How would you feel if someone unexpectedly brought up death to you during a casual conversation? Explain your thoughts.
Q5
Do you agree with the famous saying: “Live each day as if it is your last”? Why or why not?
Q6
What were your first thoughts when you learned about WeCroak? Had you heard of this app before today?
Q7
In what ways do you think WeCroak is an effective app? In what ways is it ineffective?
Q8
How would you feel if you received a reminder that you were going to die five times each day? In what ways do you think it would change the way that you feel or act?
Q9
What do you think of WeCroak’s daily message: “Don’t forget, you’re going to die”. Can you think of other messages people could benefit from hearing five times a day to lead to a happier life?
Q10
Would this be an app you would consider downloading? Did your feelings about it change after reading the article?
Q11
If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.
Expressions
finite
having limits or restrictions
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1
Every cell phone has a finite amount of memory storage space.
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There is a finite amount of people who can safely fit inside an elevator.
take a toll
causing harm or damage to something / someone (either physically, mentally, or emotionally)
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1
Smoking cigarettes can take a toll on the health of your lungs.
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Financial concerns often take a toll on a family’s happiness.
taboo
a culturally agreed upon ban / avoidance of a particular behavior or concept in conversation
例文
1
Openly talking about sex is a taboo in many cultures.
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In some countries, making eye contact with your elders is considered a taboo.
paradox
a statement that despite sounding contradictory or illogically actually has some level of truth
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1
It’s a paradox that taking time away from work can sometimes make you appreciate your job more.
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The idea that failure can lead to future success is an example of a paradox.
본 교재는 당사 편집진이 제작하는 링글의 자산으로 저작권법에 의해 보호됩니다. 링글 플랫폼 외에서 자료를 활용하시는 경우 당사와 사전 협의가 필요합니다.