Body Language Read the following passage then answer the questions: The Power of Non-Verbal Cues in a Canadian Workplace Imagine walking into a job interview. You have a flawless resume and have memorized answers to every difficult question. However, before you even open your mouth, the interviewer has already formed an impression of you. In North American culture, non-verbal communication—often called body language—carries immense weight. Experts suggest that up to 55% of ou

What Makes a Good Relationship? (Listening Activity) Listen to ten people talking about what makes a good relationship and do the activities: Speaker 1 (Appreciate) Listen to Speaker 1. Write T for True or F for False. The speaker's partner makes tea every morning. ______ Making coffee is a big, expensive thing. ______ The speaker said "thank you" to their partner last night. ______ The speaker feels happy when their partner makes coffee. ______ The speaker thinks it is impor

From Smoke Signals to Smartphones Listen to the following text and choose the correct answer: I. Vocabulary: 1. Evolve (verb) Definition: To develop gradually over time. In the Script: "Today, we are taking a quick trip back in time to look at how human communication has evolved." 2. Take for granted (idiom) Definition: To value something too lightly or fail to appreciate it because it is so common. In the Script: "It is easy to take instant messaging for granted..." 3. Ances

Building Healthy Relationships "Maintaining a healthy relationship is essential for everyone. Whether it is with our family, our friends, or our partners, we all want strong and happy connections in our lives. To keep our relationships healthy, there are a few positive qualities we need to nurture and practice every day—like listening, understanding, and showing care. On the other hand, we also need to recognize the negative attitudes and behaviors that can hurt or destroy a