Can people really change?
This is a list of key vocabulary and expressions from the article in order of how useful they are. The student must choose 6 items from the list to study in the lesson.
To be attached (to something/ someone)
To nag someone (to do something)/ Nagging
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
1. What do you know about Drs Chris and Xand?
2. What did the article say about twin studies?
3. According to the article, does birth order shape who we are?
4. According to the article, can we change?
5. ‘My siblings and I are virtually identical in terms of appearance and personality.’ Is this true for you?
6. ‘The article is incorrect. Birth order does affect personality.’
7. ‘I used to fight all of the time with my siblings, but now we get along really well.’ Is this true for you?
8. ‘Constantly fighting with your siblings is actually very healthy.’ Do you agree?
9. ‘I could change my personality if I wanted to.’ Is this true for you?
10. ‘I’m very extroverted.’ Is this true for you?
11. ‘I’m very open to new experiences.’ Is this true for you?
12. ‘My personality is perfectly suited to the job I have.’ Is this true for you?
13. ‘There would be nothing wrong with genetically modifying people.’ Do you agree?
14. ‘All criminals should be given a second chance because everyone has the ability to change.’ Do you agree?
15. ‘The people I live with have lots of annoying personality traits, and I’m sure they’ll never change them!’ Is this true for you?