Презентация по теме "Proverbs".

15 Common Proverbs

To practice speaking

Description : This PPT is like a list of common proverbs but it has pictures complementing each proverb and it is intended to be used to encourage discussion and for students to become familiar with some proverbs through discussion of their meanings. The second slide explains what proverbs are and after that there are 15 proverbs.

Here is one way this PPT can be used: First, check that the students understand the words in the proverb; second, let them discuss the meaning in pairs or groups; third, elicit responses. Additionally, you can make it competitive so that the pairs/groups get 1 point for each incorrect suggested meaning the groups/pairs suggest, 3 points for very creative by incorrect meanings and 5 points for a correct or possible meaning.

Also, encourage the students to think about whether they have a similar proverb in their culture: Is it the same or slightly different, why might this be?

Sources:

The proverbs used in this PPT were from the first proverbs on a list available at this website: http://www.phrasemix.com/collections/the-50-most-important-english-proverbs

The images used in this PPT are from a search of each proverb using Google Images.

Common Proverbs

• There are many wise sayings in every culture that offer advice about life.
• These sayings are called " proverbs ".
• I will show you some proverbs and we will discuss their meanings.
• Be as imaginative as you can. Your groups get 1 point for each suggested meaning, even if it’s wrong.

Here is one way this PPT can be used: First, check that the students understand the words in the proverb; second, let them discuss the meaning in pairs or groups; third, elicit responses. Additionally, you can make it competitive so that the pairs/groups get 1 point for each incorrect suggested meaning the groups/pairs suggest, 3 points for very creative by incorrect meanings and 5 points for a correct or possible meaning.

Also, encourage the students to think about whether they have a similar proverb in their culture: Is it the same or slightly different, why might this be?

Common Proverbs

"The pen is mightier than the sword."

Trying to convince people with ideas and words is more effective than trying to force people to do what you want.

Common Proverbs

Two wrongs don’t make a right

"Two wrongs don't make a right."

When someone has done something bad to you, trying to get revenge will only make things worse.

Common Proverbs

"When in Rome, do as the Romans."

Act the way that the people around you are acting. This phrase might come in handy when you're traveling abroad notice that people do things differently than you're used to.

Common Proverbs

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the situation

strong people

"When the going gets tough, the tough get going."

Strong people don't give up when they come across challenges. They just work harder.

Common Proverbs

No man is an island

"No man is an island."

You can't live completely independently. Everyone needs help from other people.

Common Proverbs

"Fortune favors the bold."

People who bravely go after what they want are more successful than people who try to live safely.

Common Proverbs

"Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst."

This seems pretty clear.

Common Proverbs

"Better late than never."

This one's clear, too.

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"Birds of a feather flock together."

People like to spend time with others who are similar to them.

Common Proverbs

"Keep your friends close and your enemies closer."

If you have an enemy, pretend to be friends with them instead of openly fighting with them. That way you can watch them carefully and figure out what they're planning.

Common Proverbs

"A picture is worth a thousand words."

Pictures convey emotions and messages better than written or spoken explanations. That's why PhraseMix has illustrations :)

Common Proverbs

"There's no such thing as a free lunch."

Things that are offered for free always have a hidden cost.

Common Proverbs

"There's no place like home."

Your own home is the most comfortable place to be

Common Proverbs

"The early bird catches the worm."

You should wake up and start work early if you want to succeed.

Common Proverbs

"You can't always get what you want."

Don't whine and complain if you don't get what you wanted.