Why people still believe in the ‘soulmate myth’
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 supposed to do/ be something
(On the one hand…) on the other hand
Appeal/ To appeal (to someone)/ Appealing
To doom (someone/ something)/ Doomed
Resentment/ To resent (something/ someone)
To be/ fall head over heels in love (with someone)
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
1. What was Hannah and Sam’s story?
2. What did the article say about the history of the idea of soulmates?
3. What does Bradley Onishi say?
4. According to the article, is looking for a soulmate a good approach?
5. ‘Everyone has a soulmate.’ Do you agree?
6. ‘I know a story about a couple who met in a very interesting way.’ Is this true for you?
7. ‘People only ever marry people who are very similar to themselves.’ Do you agree?
8. ‘I love romantic films and novels.’ Is this true for you?
9. ‘The relationship between husband and wife has changed a lot over the years.’ Do you agree?
10. ‘Generally speaking, marriages are the same across cultures.’ Do you agree?
11. ‘Getting married is pointless.’ Do you agree?
12. ‘People only ever get married for love.’ Do you agree?
13. ‘My partner/ best friend is absolutely flawless!’ Is this true for you?
14. ‘Astrology can help you to find the right partner.’ Do you agree?
15. ‘AI can help you to find the right partner.’ Do you agree?