Learning From Cats

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Learning From Cats

A path to forgiveness

Updated: 2025.12.04

3 min read · Intermediate

Learning From Cats

고양이에게 배우다

Articles

Why do cats love boxes? Evolution has an answer.

Videos

Black Cat Keeps Scaring His Mom and Absolutely Loves It Cats are more affectionate than you might think😍

Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

The writer wasn't a “cat person” at first. Have you ever grown to like something you didn’t expect to enjoy?

글쓴이는 처음엔 ‘고양이를 좋아하는 사람’이 아니었습니다. 여러분도 글쓴이처럼 생각지도 못했는데 나중에 좋아하게 된 것이 있나요?

Pets often show affection in unique ways, like purring or bringing “gifts.” What are some ways animals show affection toward you?

동물들은 고양이처럼 골골 소리를 내거나 “선물”을 가져오는 등 독특한 방식으로 애정을 표현하곤 합니다. 동물들은 여러분에게 애정을 표현할 때 어떤 방식으로 표현하나요?

What is one pet or animal that left a strong impression on you, even if you’ve never owned one? Why?

키워본 적이 없더라도, 유난히 기억에 남는 동물이나 반려동물이 있나요? 인상 깊었던 이유는 무엇인가요?

What challenges do you think come with living with a pet for the first time?

처음으로 반려동물과 함께 살게 된다면 어떤 어려움이 있을 것 같나요?

The writer lived alone before having a pet. Do you prefer independence or shared space? Why?

글쓴이는 반려동물과 함께하기 전 전 혼자 살았습니다. 여러분은 혼자 지내는 걸 더 선호하시나요, 아니면 누군가와 공간을 나누는 걸 더 좋아하시나요? 이유도 설명해 주세요.

The writer describes moments of comfort, like feeling the cat purring on their chest. What daily moments bring you emotional comfort or peace?

글쓴이는 고양이가 가슴 위에서 골골거리는 순간처럼, 일상에서 위로를 느끼는 장면을 묘사합니다. 여러분에게 감정적 평온이나 위안을 주는 일상의 순간은 무엇인가요?

Have you ever kept something damaged because it reminded you of a person or memory?

사람이나 기억이 떠올라서, 손상되었는데도 버리지 못한 물건이 있나요?

Q10

The article suggests that love sometimes means accepting loss or damage. Do you agree? Why or why not?

글에서는 사랑이 때때로 ‘손상이나 상실을 받아들이는 것’이라고 말합니다. 이에 동의하시나요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요?

Q11

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

slithering

moving smoothly over a surface, typically like a snake

Example

A slithering snake crossed the hiking trail.

Example

The ribbon fell to the floor, slithering like a tiny serpent.

conspicuous

easily seen or noticed; attracting attention

Example

Her bright red coat made her conspicuous in the crowd.

Example

There was a conspicuous lack of enthusiasm at the meeting.

obstructing

blocking or preventing movement, progress, or visibility

Example

A large truck was obstructing traffic on the highway.

Example

Tall bushes were obstructing the view of the ocean.

parasitically

in a way that takes resources from others without giving back; like a parasite

Example

He lived parasitically off his roommate, never paying rent or buying groceries.

Example

Some online accounts parasitically repost content without credit.

anticipatorily

in a way that happens with expectation or in advance of something; acting before something occurs because you expect it

Example

She smiled anticipatorily when she heard the keys jingling outside the door.

Example

He packed his bags anticipatorily, assuming the trip would be approved.

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