Fear is a natural emotion that everyone experiences. It is a strong nervous feeling that happens when we are scared, worried, or uncertain about something. Fear can be caused by different situations, such as facing danger, experiencing the unknown, or feeling insecure.
In this lesson, we will explore how to describe fear, learn vocabulary related to emotions, and practice using grammar to talk about feelings. This topic will also help students improve their ability to express and understand emotions in everyday conversations.
GRAMMAR
1. Present Simple for General Facts and Descriptions
- Positive: Fear is a strong nervous feeling.
- Negative: Fear is not always bad.
- Question: What is fear?
2. Present Continuous for Ongoing Feelings
- Examples:
- I am feeling nervous because I have a test.
- She is trembling with fear.
3. Using Modals to Talk About Fear
- Can/Can’t: Fear can stop people from taking risks.
- Should/Shouldn’t: You shouldn’t let fear control you.
4. Describing Emotions with "Because" and "Of"
- Examples:
- She is afraid because she saw a spider.
- He is nervous because of the loud noise.
VOCABULARY
- Fear: A feeling of being scared. (He has a fear of heights.)
- Nervous: Feeling worried or anxious. (She is nervous about the exam.)
- Afraid: Scared of something. (I am afraid of the dark.)
- Worried: Concerned about something. (He is worried about his job.)
- Panic: A sudden strong feeling of fear. (People panicked during the storm.)
- Scared: Feeling fear. (The child is scared of the dog.)
- Anxious: Feeling uneasy or worried. (She feels anxious about her future.)
- Danger: A situation that could cause harm. (Fear helps us avoid danger.)
- Frightened: Very scared. (He looked frightened in the dark room.)
- Brave: Not afraid of danger. (She is brave and faces her fears.)
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
- I feel nervous when I speak in public.
- What are you afraid of?
- She is scared because of the thunderstorm.
- Fear can be helpful in some situations.
- He is trembling with fear.
- Don’t be afraid to try new things.
- It’s normal to feel scared sometimes.
- Overcoming fear makes you stronger.
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
- Fear is a natural emotion.
- She is nervous about the big event.
- We feel afraid when we watch scary movies.
Negative Sentences
- Fear isn’t always a bad thing.
- He isn’t scared of spiders anymore.
- They don’t panic during emergencies.
Questions
- What makes you feel nervous?
- Are you afraid of heights?
- Is fear a useful emotion?
Answers
- I feel nervous when I meet new people.
- Yes, I am afraid of heights.
- Sometimes, fear can help us avoid danger.
CONVERSATION
Tom: You look nervous. What’s wrong?
Anna: I have to give a presentation tomorrow, and I feel scared.
Tom: Don’t worry! You will do great.
Anna: Thanks, but I’m still afraid of speaking in front of people.
Tom: Just take a deep breath and practice. You’ll feel more confident.
Anna: That’s a good idea. I’ll try it.
READING
"Facing Fear: A Story About John"
John was afraid of speaking in public. Every time he had to talk in front of a group, he felt nervous, his hands trembled, and his heart beat fast. One day, his teacher asked him to present his project to the class. At first, John wanted to say no, but he realized he couldn’t avoid it forever.
John practiced his presentation many times at home. On the day of the presentation, he was still nervous, but he took a deep breath and began to speak. Surprisingly, the class listened carefully, and John felt more confident with every word.
When he finished, his classmates clapped, and his teacher smiled. John realized that facing his fear made him stronger. He learned that fear is natural but overcoming it is possible.
Questions and Answers
Q: What was John afraid of?
A: John was afraid of speaking in public.Q: How did John prepare for his presentation?
A: He practiced his presentation many times at home.Q: How did John feel during the presentation?
A: He was nervous at first but felt more confident as he spoke.Q: What did John learn from his experience?
A: He learned that facing fear makes you stronger.Q: How did John’s classmates react to his presentation?
A: They clapped and supported him.
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