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Surprise Me
CEFR A2
Pre-Intermediate
warm up
Answer the questions below.
| In what ways are children different from adults? |
TRANSCRIPT
Children are usually more curious and open-minded than adults. They ask many questions and are not afraid of making mistakes. For them, the world feels new and full of possibilities. Adults, on the other hand, often focus on routines, responsibilities, and problems. We think more about consequences and what others might say, which can make us more cautious and less adventurous.
| What helps children be so imaginative and creative? |
TRANSCRIPT
I’d say it mostly comes down to curiosity and play. Kids don’t overthink things — they just jump in and see what happens. A cardboard box isn’t just a box; in no time it becomes a spaceship, a castle, or a secret hideout. Because children aren’t afraid of looking silly or making mistakes, they experiment freely. Their imagination is allowed to run wild, without rules or limits getting in the way.
| How could adults benefit from being more creative? |
TRANSCRIPT
Honestly, creativity can be a real game changer for adults. It helps you think outside the box instead of feeling stuck or hitting a brick wall. Creative thinking also adds some colour to everyday life, which often feels repetitive. When you approach problems with curiosity rather than stress, things don’t seem so heavy. In a way, creativity helps adults slow down, see things differently, and reconnect with the sense of wonder they once had.
part one
KEY LANGUAGE
Go through the flashcards below. Make sure you understand all the words and expressions.
VIDEO
Watch the first part of the video.
COMPREHENSION
Answer these questions. Refer to the information from the video.
- ⌚ 00:28 Why was Zach late for his talk?
- ⌚ 00:42 How did Zach eventually get on the stage?
- ⌚ 00:49 Who is Zach King?
- ⌚ 01:01 How did you answer Zach’s question at the beginning?
- ⌚ 01:26 Who doesn’t see it as a box?
- ⌚ 01:47 How are adults different from children?
part two
KEY LANGUAGE
Go through the flashcards below. Make sure you understand all the words and expressions.
VIDEO
Watch the second part of the video.
COMPREHENSION
Answer these questions. Refer to the information from the video.
- ⌚ 01:52 What has Zach been trying to find out over the past decade?
- ⌚ 2:20 Which example of imaginative thinking did you like the most?
- ⌚ 2:23 Does Zach believe adults can regain this childlike wonder?
- ⌚ 3:56 How did Zach play with the box when he was a small boy?
- ⌚ 4:19 What happened when Zach found winter jackets in his box?
- ⌚ 4:39 What happened to the box over the years?
part three
KEY LANGUAGE
Go through the flashcards below. Make sure you understand all the words and expressions.
VIDEO
Watch the third part of the video.
COMPREHENSION
Answer these questions. Refer to the information from the video.
- ⌚ 05:02 What happened when he heard some noise coming from the garage?
- ⌚ 05:37 Who did they meet in space and what did they show them?
- ⌚ 5:52 What is the key to regaining childlike wonder?
- ⌚ 06:03 What does it mean not to hold any assumptions about things?
- ⌚ 06:13 How could this ability help us in life?
part four
KEY LANGUAGE
Go through the flashcards below. Make sure you understand all the words and expressions.
VIDEO
Watch the fourth part of the video.
COMPREHENSION
Answer these questions. Refer to the information from the video.
- ⌚ 06:35 What did Zach show us and what was your first thought when you saw it?
- ⌚ 7:32 How did Zach return on stage?
- ⌚ 7:52 When can new ideas enter the world?
POLL
Cast your vote in the poll.
COMMENTS
How important is creativity and imagination? What are the benefits of keeping childlike wonder? Do you agree with Zach that we need to get rid our assumptions to regain childlike wonder?
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