Everyone is afraid of something and for this presentation that’s what I want you speak about: fear. You can choose a rational fear or something that is a product of a traumatic experience. This could include specific phobias or diseases, or even common fears such as the fear of heights, public speaking, flying, snakes, spiders, etc. Another possibility is to discuss common fears from different nationalities. What do Americans or British people fear in comparison to the Portuguese? And why do you think those fears differ? You could also take on a more scientific approach and look for an explanation. Which part of the brain triggers fear? How does it work?  It has also been argued, however, that there is a certain pleasure in fear – thus, the horror genre. Is this your case? Do you enjoy books or movies in the horror genre? Do you enjoy being scared? What has really scared you? 

Reviewed general language problems. 

Students received feedback from their midterm listening and written tests.

Students were instructed on how to prepare for their upcoming oral exams (all information is in the course book).

All students must ensure that they schedule their oral with the teacher (available dates in course book) as soon as possible.

Reading and discussion: “Miss Smith” by William Trevor. Discussion about gothic horror as a genre and the difference between a psychopath and a sociopath.

Grammar practice: The progressive tenses (Chap 4)  

Historical events:  For this presentation students chose a life-changing event/news story that has captivated the world.  

Discussed general problems demonstrated in the language.