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Astrology around the World
Is your fate written in the stars?
Updated: 2023.11.08
3 min read · Intermediate
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Astrology around the World
Is your fate written in the stars?
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Discussion Questions
Q1
In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.
Q2
What part of the reading resonated with you most?
Q3
How prevalent are horoscopes and astrology in your culture? Do people generally believe in them?
Q4
What is your zodiac sign (Eastern or Western), and what are the characteristics that are attributed to that sign? Do you think it accurately reflects your personality?
Q5
What role do superstitions play in your culture? Can you share any interesting superstitions that are commonly believed?
Q6
Are you superstitious? If so, what superstitions do you believe?
Q7
Have you ever consulted a horoscope or astrology expert for advice or predictions? If so, did you find it to be accurate? If not, would you consider it?
Q8
Are there any unique astrological practices or beliefs in your country?
Q9
Do you think astrology can provide genuine insights into a person's life and future?
Q10
Have you ever made important life decisions based on astrology or any other form of divination?
Q11
Do you think astrology is more of a fun and entertaining concept or a serious practice with real implications?
Q12
If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.
Expressions
captivate
to hold the attention of someone by being extremely interesting, exciting, pleasant, or attractive.
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1

My mom was captivated by his brilliant mind.

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2

Irene is ready to captivate the global audience.

foretell
to predict or tell about something before it happens
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1

The ancient oracle was believed to foretell the future through cryptic messages.

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2

She had a gift, allowing her to foretell events that would later unfold.

prevalent
widespread in a particular area at a given time
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1

The prevalence of psychopaths that live in this area has grown steadily over the past decade or so.

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2

Large men walking tiny dogs is a much more prevalent sight today than it was back in the ‘80s.

cosmic
relating to the universe or cosmos, especially as distinct from Earth
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1

Cosmic phenomena like black holes have fascinated scientists for centuries.

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2

The cosmic perspective reminds us of the vastness of the universe beyond our planet.

superstition
a widely held but unjustified belief in supernatural causation leading to certain consequences of an action or event, or a practice based on such a belief
例句
1

Superstition says that breaking a mirror will grant you seven years of bad luck.

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2

He has a superstition that he must sit in the same spot on the couch during his favorite team’s games, or else they won’t win.

delve into
investigate or research deeply
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1

The detective decided to delve into the cold case.

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2

Researchers delve into the mysteries of the universe.

intricacies
details
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1

I don’t understand the intricacies of the washing procedure, but I accept that it’s long and difficult.

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2

There are many intricacies of the process you have yet to learn.

*本教材是专爲使用Ringle学习英文的学员设计。
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*本教材是专爲使用Ringle学习英文的学员设计。