2. Read the text and decide if the sentences 1–7 are T (True), F (False) or DS (Doesn’t Say). Correct the false sentences. Explain the words in bold. 1. Breaking the ice means saying or doing something to start feeling relaxed with a new person. 2. People feel uncomfortable when meeting someone new because they cannot predict their reactions. 3. Some people don’t have any passions. 4. When you meet someone for the first time, it’s better to look serious. 5. Confident people don’t postpone things. 6. When you start a conversation, talk a lot about yourself. 7. If you feel uncomfortable with new people, avoid being around them.

1. T — “breaking the ice” means saying or doing something to stop feeling shy or uncomfortable and start a friendly conversation.
2. T — People feel uncomfortable because they do not know how the other person will react.
3. F — Everybody has interests or activities they can talk about.
4. F — When you meet someone for the first time, smile; people will think you are friendly and easier to talk to.
5. DS — The text says to be confident and positive, but it does not say that confident people do not postpone things.
6. F — Do not take over the conversation or speak only about yourself. Ask the other person questions, too.
7. F — Do not avoid being around new people. If you stay in the situation, you will get used to it.

Words in bold:

• opportunity — a chance to do something;
• sweat — produce drops of liquid on the skin because of heat, nervousness or exercise;
• blush — become red in the face because of embarrassment or shyness;
• approach — go nearer to someone and speak to them;
• fancy — like or be attracted to someone;
• develop — improve or grow;
• bright side — the positive aspect of a situation;
• benefit — get help or an advantage from something;
• avoid — stay away from someone or something deliberately.

Ответ: 1 — T; 2 — T; 3 — F; 4 — F; 5 — DS; 6 — F; 7 — F.