Lesson 5. Ambitions

Learning ObjectivesAfter this lesson, students will be able to:

Lesson Objectives 1

1. Define what ambition is.2. Understand the differences between appropriate ambition and unrealistic fantasy.3. Classify vocabularies related to ambition.4. Discuss 10 simple tips to help you achieve even your most ambitious goals.5. Identify different types of sentence structures and recognize parts.6. Define idiomatic expressions using context clues.7. Distinguish the words with /ʃ/ and /ʒ/ sounds and pronounce words.

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Warm Up 2

Explain the following quotes.

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Introduction 3

What is Ambition?In psychology, a first impression is the event when one person first encounters anotherperson and forms a mental image of that person. Impression accuracy varies dependingon the observer and the target (person, object, scene, etc.) being observed. Firstimpressions are based on a wide range of characteristics: age, race, culture, language,gender, physical appearance, accent, posture, voice, number of people present, andtime allowed to process. The first impressions individuals give to others could greatlyinfluence how they are treated and viewed in many contexts of everyday life.

Why is ambition held in high regard

by many people?

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Discussion Points 4

• Explore a dream ambition.• Understand the differences between appropriate ambition and unrealistic fantasy.• Use career research skills to locate information.

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Vocabulary Building 5

Match the definition with the words/phrases.

A. IndustriousB. AmbitiousC. ElevateD. ProfessionalE. IncentiveF. IncompetentG. StriveH. MonetaryI. AspireJ. AttainK. InherentL. Overachieve

1. constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied2. to do more than is expected or be more successful than others3. eagerly desirous of achieving or obtaining success, power, wealth, a

specific goal, etc.4. lacking the qualities needed for effective action.5. of or relating to money or to the mechanisms by which it is supplied to

and circulates in the economy6. refers to anyone who earns their living from performing an activity that

requires a certain level of education, skill, or training.7. to reach or succeed in getting something8. something that incites or tends to incite to action or greater effort, as a

reward offered for increased productivity.9. to make someone or something more important or to improve something10. to seek to accomplish a particular goal11. to devote serious effort or energy : endeavor12. existing in someone or something as a permanent and inseparable

element, quality, or attribute

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Reading Exercise 6

Read the rest of the article by clicking the source below.

Source: 10 Simple Tips to Help You Achieve Even Your Most Ambitious Goals - SitePoint

10 Simple Tips to Help You Achieve Even Your Most Ambitious Goals

Provide a synonym for each word:

attainable

accountable

envision

set in stone

cliché

mantra

large-scale

morale

Now, it’s time to boost our chances for success at achieving each one of our goals.

1. Make a Commitment2. Keep Track of Your Progress3. Break It Down4. Get Help5. Be Willing to Revisit and Revise6. Keep Your Eye on the Prize7. Be Consistent8. Let Your Goals Grow Up9. Focus on Positive Thinking10.Celebrate Every Success

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Reading Comprehension 7

Answer the questions below.

Free Response1. True or False: • Showing up early at work affects the way your

colleagues will see you.• The first few weeks are still full of first impressions.• It’s not normal to feel self-conscious when you

don’t know the answer to something.2. Why do you need external support to accomplish

your goals?3. What happens when you revisit and revise your

goals?4. Why do you need to let your goals change and

grow?5. What can help keep you motivated?6. Why do you need to be consistent?7. What can empower you to reach success?8. What happens when you don’t reward yourself?9. Give examples of the effects of celebrating every

success.

AMBITIONS: Have your ambitions changed over the years as you age? Why?

Phase Ambition Why

as a kid

as a teenager

as an adult

as a professional

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Listening Exercise

Listening 5.1

Supply the correct word/s asked in the parentheses.

Ambitions

1. I have a (3 words) at the moment. I think the first and (2 words), seeing as I'm in Japan atthe moment studying Japanese, would to be actually to be able to (3 words), but I thinkthat’s (3 words) ambition at the moment (5 words).

2. Once you got one language (3 words) it seems to be (3 words) to (2 words) otherlanguages.

3. So that’s (4 words) I'd like to do. My (3 words) at the moment, which I (1 word) I'm goingto (4 words) when I return home is to actually get a job in the (2 words).

4. I (3 words) in that and it's been something that I've, you know, I've been waiting toactually get to (3 words), the job stage (3 words) now.

5. I've always said I'd never want to work in an office where you have to (3 words), whereyou have to be (1 word) and (1 word).

6. I think that has to be my (4 words).

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Phrasal Verbs 9

Embark onForge aheadGet aheadKeep at (something)

To begin somethingTo make progress quicklyTo progress and achieve successTo persist

1. I am determined to ______ my goals until I have reached them

2. Sally is ______ with her plans to expand her business

3. I am eager to ______ my new business venture.4. I am determined to ______in my career

1. What are you currently forging ahead with?2. What is the last project you embarked on?3. Do you feel that you are getting ahead in your career?4. Are you the sort of person to keep at something?

Phrasal Verb MEANING Fill in the gaps

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Grammar Bits 10

1. Simple Sentences - contains a subject and a verb, and it may also have an object and modifiers. However, it contains only one independent clause.

Types of SentenceStructure

Structurally, English sentences canbe classified four different ways,though there are endlessconstructions of each. Theclassifications are based on thenumber of independent anddependent clauses a sentencecontains. An independent clausecan stand alone as a sentence. Itcontains a subject and a verb andis a complete idea. A dependentclause is not a complete sentence.It must be attached to anindependent clause to becomecomplete.

2. Compound Sentences - contains at least two independent clauses. These two independent clauses can be combined with a comma and a coordinating conjunction or with a semicolon.

3. Complex Sentences - contains at least one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Dependent clauses can refer to the subject (who, which) the sequence/time (since, while), or the causal elements (because, if) of the independent clause. If a sentence begins with a dependent clause, note the comma after this clause. If, on the other hand, the sentence begins with an independent clause, there is not a comma separating the two clauses.

4. Compound-Complex Sentences - contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Pay close attention to comma usage in complex-compound sentences so that the reader is easily able to follow the intended meaning.

He organized his sources by theme.

He organized his sources by theme; then, he updated his reference list.

Because he organized his sources by theme, it was easier for his readers to follow.

Although he organized his sources by theme, he decided to arrange them chronologically, and he carefully followed the MEAL plan for organization.

Key: Lavender= subject Orange = verb Indigo = object Green= prepositional phrase

Key: Lavender = independent clause Indigo = comma/semicolon Orange = coordinating conjunction

Key: Lavender = independent clause Indigo = comma Orange = dependent clause Green= subordinating conj.

Key: Lavender= independent clause Orange = dependent clause Indigo = comma/semicolon Green= coordinating conj. Teal = subordinating conj.

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Grammar Focus 11

Identify the Sentence Structure of each sentence below.

1. Ambition is often spoken of in the same breath as hope, as in "hopes and ambitions". 2. The opposite of hope is fear, hopelessness, or despair; the opposite of ambition is simply "lack of ambition", which is not a

negative state.3. Aristotle had a more nuanced take on ambition. simple4. For example, those who run headlong into every danger are rash, while those who flee from every danger are cowards, but

courage is indicated by the mean or intermediate. 5. His only ambition was to succeed at his job. 6. He dreams to be a footballer, and so do I. 7. I am counting my calories, yet I really want dessert. 8. If someone doesn’t want to be ambitious, she won’t be. 9. I thought the promotion was mine, but my attendance wasn't good enough.10. Sometimes all it takes to help give someone a little boost of ambition is to be more outwardly ambitious yourself.11. And if you’re the one struggling with ambition, don’t give up! 12. In reality, becoming more ambitious is a process that entails very small, very achievable steps. 13. You could set a goal for yourself where you attend one networking event a month, and at each event talk to at least one

person. 14. She works two jobs to make ends meet; at least, that was her reason for not having time to join us. 15. Even though she was tired, Abby knew she had to finish the race and she ran to meet her team.

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Useful Expressions 12

Use context clues to define each expression.

BEYOND ONE’S WILDEST DREAMS

“He was being paid a salary beyond most people's wildest dreams.”

BEARD THE LION IN HIS DEN

“A risk very often doesn't turn out well, but if you don't face it and beard the lion in his den, you will never achieve the success you truly desire.”

EXPLORE ALL AVENUES

“Right now, we are exploring all avenues to catch the perpetrator of this heinous crime.

“I hope my foot heals quickly—I try to avoid going to the doctor at all costs.

“If you want to get a passing grade this semester, you'll really need to buckle down and study hard.”

EAGER BEAVER

“Give that big project to the new girl, she's a real eager beaver.”

BUCKLE DOWNAT ALL COSTS

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Speaking Drill 13

Express Yourself1. Do you consider yourself to be an ambitious person? Why/not?2. Do you think it is important to have ambitions?3. Do you think that ambition can be taught or do you think we are born with it?4. Does ambition always bring success?5. What are the positive and negative results of being ambitious?6. What do you think is the difference between an ambition and a dream of doing something?7. Name three famous people whom you admire for being ambitious.8. Why are some people determined to succeed at any cost, yet others just about lack any drive whatsoever?9. What do you think causes a person to be ambitious - family, genes, or the culture in which he/she is raised?10. Do you think someone can lose their ambition? What do you think could cause this?11. Do you think younger people are more ambitious than older people?12. Do you think one's social status as a child, whether rich, poor, or somewhere in the middle, affects his/her

ability to succeed later in life?13. Does race, gender, culture or any other social difference hinder people’s ability to

succeed in life?14. Who possesses a greater amount of ambition, men or women? Why do you think so?

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Pronunciation Exercise

Read each word and identify which words have the /sh/ and /zh/ sounds.

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usual

vision

treasure

ambition

Asia

tension

measure

massage

expression

chef

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