Communicative Objective: Describing Frowning
Context: Human Behavior
Part 1, Speaking: The words listed
below are all synonyms of the verb “to frown.” Each varies slightly from the
others in meaning and use. Discuss the definition and application of each word.
1. to droop: (verb) to frown
due to disappointment or sadness
Example: My tomato
plants drooped in the intense July heat.
2. to glower: (verb) to
frown angrily
Example: My wife glowers
at me when students text me late at night.
3. to grimace: (verb) to frown,
usually in reaction to something unpleasant
Example: I grimaced
the first time I smelled nato.
4. to pout: (verb) to slightly
frown due to disappointment
Example: Pouting
normally does not get you what you want.
5. to scowl: (verb) to frown
very angrily
Example: My wife
says that I scowl when I am angry.
Part 2, Reading Exercise: Complete the reading passage with the most
appropriate vocabulary.
Like smiling, frowning can express a
variety of human emotions. As such, it is an important communicative tool.
When disappointed, we _____. From our
facial expressions and behavior it is obvious to everyone that we are feeling
down.
While arguing, we first _____ then _____
if physical confrontations begin. These changes in our demeanors serve to ward
off and attack aggressors.
Upon encountering a foul odor or taste,
_____ alerts others to avoid an area or food -a critical survival tool
protecting us from dangers such as toxic substances.
Finally, children often _____ in an
attempt to persuade their parents to fulfill their desires. The classic
American scenario is that of children whining for candy or trinkets at
supermarket checkouts.
© James Doyle, 2013
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