SOME THINGS NATURALLY SCARE ALL PEOPLE

 Fear is a universal emotion that helps protect us from harm. Some things, like loud noises or sudden movements, naturally scare all people because they are signals of danger. These reactions are part of our survival instincts, inherited from our ancestors. While some fears are learned, others are innate. In this lesson, students will explore common fears, describe them in simple English, and use vocabulary and grammar structures to express their thoughts and feelings.

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GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple to Talk About Universal Truths

Used to describe general facts about fear.

• Positive: Loud noises scare most people.
• Negative: Bright lights don’t scare anyone.
• Question: Do snakes scare you?

2. Modal Verbs (Can/Can’t) to Describe Abilities and Possibilities

• Positive: Fear can help us avoid danger.
• Negative: We can’t always control our fears.
• Question: Can fear be useful?

3. "Some" and "All" to Generalize

• Positive: Some things naturally scare all people.
• Negative: Not all animals are scary.
• Question: Are all people afraid of the dark?

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VOCABULARY

1. Instinct: A natural way of behaving without thinking. (Fear is an instinct that protects us.)
2. Danger: A situation that can cause harm. (Danger scares everyone.)
3. Reaction: A response to something. (Fear is a natural reaction to danger.)
4. Scream: A loud, high sound made when scared. (People scream when they see a ghost.)
5. Avoid: To keep away from something. (Fear helps us avoid danger.)
6. Sudden: Happening quickly and unexpectedly. (Sudden movements can scare people.)
7. Threat: Something that can harm or hurt. (A snake can be a threat.)
8. Startle: To scare someone suddenly. (Loud noises startle people.)
9. Survival: Staying alive in dangerous situations. (Fear is important for survival.)
10. Instinctive: Something done naturally. (Fear is an instinctive reaction.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Loud noises make people feel scared.
• Fear is a natural reaction to danger.
• Some animals scare all people.
• Why are sudden movements scary?
• It’s normal to feel fear in dangerous situations.
• Fear can protect us.
• We don’t always control what scares us.
• Not all people are afraid of the same things.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. Sudden movements scare most people.
2. Fear helps us stay safe from harm.
3. Loud noises make me feel afraid.

Negative Sentences

1. Bright lights don’t scare anyone.
2. We can’t always avoid fear.
3. Not all people are afraid of spiders.

Questions

1. What naturally scares most people?
2. Do loud noises make you feel afraid?
3. Can fear be helpful?

Answers

1. Sudden movements and loud noises naturally scare most people.
2. Yes, loud noises scare me.
3. Yes, fear can protect us from harm.

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CONVERSATION

Emma: What do you think naturally scares everyone?
Jake: I think loud noises, like thunder, scare most people.
Emma: That’s true! Sudden movements also scare me sometimes.
Jake: Me too. But fear is helpful, right?
Emma: Yes, it warns us about danger.

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READING

"The Purpose of Fear"

Fear is one of the oldest emotions that humans have. It helps us survive by warning us of danger. For example, loud noises or sudden movements can scare people because they might mean something dangerous is nearby. This reaction is instinctive, meaning we don’t have to think about it—it just happens.

Scientists believe that fear developed as a way to keep our ancestors safe. If they heard a loud noise, it could mean a wild animal was close. Fear made them run away or hide. Today, we still feel fear in similar ways. Even if there’s no real danger, our bodies react the same.

Not all fears are the same. Some people are afraid of heights, while others are afraid of spiders. However, there are some things, like sudden loud noises, that scare almost everyone. Learning to understand fear can help us manage it better.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: What is fear?
   A: Fear is an emotion that warns us of danger.

2. Q: Why do loud noises and sudden movements scare people?
   A: They scare people because they might mean something dangerous is nearby.

3. Q: How did fear help our ancestors?
   A: Fear helped them stay safe by warning them of wild animals or other dangers.

4. Q: Do all people feel the same fears?
   A: No, but some things naturally scare most people, like loud noises.

5. Q: How can we manage fear?
   A: By understanding it and learning that it is a natural reaction.