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Advanced English Expression: Walking, Film, and the Theatre

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Grade 12
English

Advanced English Expression: Walking, Film, and the Theatre

Grade 12 English: Idiomatic Language & Contextual Usage

Section 1: Matching Exercises

Activity 1: Walking and Movement Match the phrase on the left with its correct meaning on the right by writing the corresponding letter in the space provided.
  1. Scenic routes ______                      A. Close enough to reach by foot
  1. Within walking distance ______           B. Beautiful, picturesque paths
  1. Take things for granted ______            C. To not appreciate the value of something
  1. On the go ______                           D. Very active and busy
  1. Fit in a walk ______                         E. To make time for physical activity
Activity 2: Film and Theatre Descriptions Match the following idioms to their definitions.
  1. Struck a chord ______                     A. Excellent criticism from professionals
  1. Rave reviews ______                      B. Emotionally resonated or felt familiar
  1. Crowd-pleaser ______                    C. Something that appeals to a wide audience
  1. Edge of my seat ______                  D. Very excited, nervous, or highly engaged
  1. Gold dust ______                          E. Extremely rare and difficult to obtain
Activity 3: Professional Life and Logic Match the following phrases to their correct usage context.
  1. Tough nut to crack ______                A. A contrasting or negative aspect
  1. Think on their feet ______               B. A difficult person, problem, or industry to master
  1. Flip side of the coin ______            C. To react and adapt quickly to a situation
  1. Take over your life ______               D. Become all-consuming and leave little free time
  1. Capture their imagination ______        E. To make someone feel very interested or excited


Section 2: Fill-in-the-Gaps

fig 1: A peaceful, scenic walking path winding through a lush green forest
fig 1: A peaceful, scenic walking path winding through a lush green forest

Activity 4: The Daily Commute Complete the sentences using the following word bank: within walking distance, on the go, fit in, scenic routes, for granted.
  1. Since I live ______________________________, I rarely ever need to use my car to get to the grocery store.
  1. When I was a university student, I was constantly ______________________________, rushing from lectures to part-time jobs.
  1. It is easy to take the beauty of our local park ______________________________, but we should remember how lucky we are to have it.
  1. Even on my busiest days, I try to ______________________________ a quick ten-minute stroll to clear my head.
  1. During the weekends, I prefer taking the ______________________________ through the hills rather than the main highway.
Activity 5: At the Cinema Complete the following review using: blown away, rave reviews, chord, through their eyes, stays with you.
I went to see the new indie film last night because it had been getting ______________________________. Honestly, I was completely ______________________________ by the lead actor's performance. The story really struck a ______________________________ with me because it reminded me of my own childhood. It is the kind of film that ______________________________ long after the credits roll. I want to take my sister to see it next week; I’d love to see the story ______________________________.
Activity 6: The Reality of Showbiz Complete the passage using: glitz and glamour, Gold dust, tough nut, think on their feet, flip side.
Breaking into the acting industry is a ______________________________ to crack. While many are attracted to the ______________________________ of Hollywood, the ______________________________ of the coin is the constant rejection and long hours. Available roles for newcomers are like ______________________________; there are hundreds of applicants for every single part. To succeed, an actor must be able to ______________________________ during high-pressure auditions.


Section 3: Multiple Choice Questions

Activity 7: Walking Context Select the best option that matches the meaning of the underlined phrase.
"I enjoy going to the countryside to get away from it all." A. To find a new job in a different city. B. To escape the stress and routine of daily life. C. To physically move all of one's belongings to a new house. D. To hide from people who are looking for you.
Activity 8: Theatre Nuance What is implied when someone says theatre tickets are "like gold dust"? A. The tickets are physically covered in a gold-colored powder. B. The tickets are very expensive but easy to find. C. The tickets are incredibly rare and hard to get hold of. D. The tickets represent a high-value financial investment.
Activity 9: Personal Preferences If a specific hobby is "right up your street," what does that mean? A. You can do the hobby right outside your front door. B. It is a hobby that you find extremely boring. C. It is something that perfectly suits your interests. D. You are legally required to perform that hobby in your neighborhood.



Activity 14: Appearance vs. Reality Compare the concept of "The glitz and glamour" with "The flip side of the coin." How do these phrases work together to describe a professional industry like acting?






Activity 16: Film Appreciation Think of a film that was a real crowd-pleaser but didn't necessarily strike a chord with you personally. Why do you think it was popular, and why didn't it resonate with you?



in your description.





Section 7: Critical Thinking Questions

Activity 18: Adaptability in the Workplace Why is the ability to "think on one's feet" considered a vital skill in high-pressure environments like live theatre? Provide an example of a situation where this skill would be necessary.



Activity 19: The Psychology of Marketing In the context of the film industry, why might a production company value a "crowd-pleaser" over a film that gets "rave reviews" from critics but has low audience attendance?



Activity 20: Career Sacrifice Discuss the implications of a career that can "take over your life." Is the "glitz and glamour" of success worth the loss of personal time and the discovery of the "flip side of the coin"? Justify your stance.