Wednesday 20th May (20/5)

Review for the test

TOPICS SUMMARY FOR THE EXAM (THINK 5)

GRAMMAR

Substitution (SB P. 68) and Ellipsis (SB P. 69)

Relative clauses with determiners and prepositions (SB P. 76)

However, wherever, whatever… (SB P. 77)

VOCABULARY

Fads (SB P. 68)

Emotional responses and language of persuasion (SB P. 71)

Language and communication (SB P.76) and Saying that you don’t understand (SB P.77)

Personality (SB P.79)

READING COMPREHENSION Activity (photocopies)

 

THUNDER

Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds has openly battled severe depression, anxiety, and two extremely painful autoimmune diseases (ankylosing spondylitis and ulcerative colitis) for years. He frequently shares his mental health journey to destigmatize therapy and encourage fans to seek help.

Depression and Anxiety: Reynolds has been open about experiencing deep, debilitating lows since his teenage years. He initially feared talking about his struggles, but later found immense help through therapy. His mental health battles have heavily influenced the band’s music, with hits like «Demons», «Believer», and «Burn Out» reflecting his personal experiences. He frequently uses his massive touring platform to share life-affirming messages with his audience. He advocates strongly against the stigma of mental health treatment