Esta proposta de atividade de LÍNGUA INGLESA é destinada aos estudantes do 6º Período da Educação de Jovens e Adultos – EJA.
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Physical and Psychological Characteristics
Every individual is unique, and their distinctiveness can be observed through a combination of physical and psychological characteristics. Physical characteristics are the observable traits or features of a person, such as their height, weight, hair color, and facial features. Psychological characteristics, on the other hand, pertain to the mental and emotional aspects of a person, including their personality, intelligence, and emotional responses.
Physical Characteristics
Physical characteristics are often the first things we notice about someone. These include features such as:
- Height and Build: People can be tall, short, or of average height. They may have a slim, athletic, or robust build.
- Hair Color and Texture: Hair can be black, brown, blonde, red, or gray. Its texture can vary from straight to curly or wavy.
- Facial Features: This includes eye color (blue, green, brown, etc.), nose shape, and the presence of freckles or dimples.
- Skin Tone: Skin tones range from very light to very dark, with a variety of shades in between.
- Other Features: This could include unique characteristics like birthmarks, tattoos, or scars.
These physical traits contribute to the diversity of human appearance and can sometimes provide information about a person’s background or heritage.
Psychological Characteristics
Psychological characteristics delve deeper into what makes a person who they are on the inside. These include:
- Personality Traits: These are enduring patterns of behavior and attitudes that characterize a person. For example, someone might be extroverted, enjoying social interactions and being the center of attention, or introverted, preferring solitude and quiet.
- Intelligence: This is the ability to learn, understand, and apply information to solve problems. It can manifest in various ways, such as logical-mathematical intelligence, linguistic intelligence, or emotional intelligence.
- Emotional Responses: How a person reacts to different situations emotionally is a crucial psychological characteristic. Some people are naturally optimistic and resilient, while others may be more prone to stress or anxiety.
- Values and Beliefs: These shape a person’s worldview and influence their decisions and actions. Values and beliefs can be deeply personal and are often shaped by cultural, religious, and familial influences.
- Motivations: What drives a person to act in certain ways? Motivations can be intrinsic, such as a personal passion for a hobby, or extrinsic, like working hard to earn a promotion.
Both physical and psychological characteristics are integral to understanding the complexity of human beings. While physical characteristics can be immediately visible, psychological characteristics often require more time and interaction to be fully understood. Together, they form the holistic profile of an individual, contributing to their identity and how they interact with the world around them.
In any social setting, recognizing and appreciating the diversity in both physical and psychological characteristics can lead to a more inclusive and empathetic society. Understanding these aspects not only helps in better interpersonal relationships but also fosters a deeper appreciation for the unique qualities that each person brings to the table.
Vocabulary List:
Distinctiveness – Singularidade
Observable – Observável
Traits – Características
Height – Altura
Build – Constituição física
Texture – Textura
Enduring – Duradouro
Resilient – Resiliente
Worldview – Visão de mundo
Intrinsic – Intrínseco
Extrinsic – Extrínseco
Promoting – Promovendo
Holistic – Holístico
Interpersonal – Interpessoal
Appreciation – Apreciação
QUESTION 01:
A característica física de alguém que tem cabelos loiros, em inglês, é:
(A) brunette
(B) bedhead
(C) blonde
(D) black
Leia a história em quadrinhos abaixo e responda as questões sobre a mesma:
QUESTION 02
QUESTION 03
No diálogo entre os personagens da história em quadrinhos, as características físicas destacadas são
(A) cabelo liso, olhos azuis.
(B) cabelo ondulado, sem óculos.
(C) cabelo cacheado, óculos.
(D) cabelo curto, sem óculos.
QUESTION 04
No diálogo entre os personagens da história em quadrinhos, as características psicológicas destacadas são
(A) introvertido, pessimista.
(B) sensível, ansioso.
(C) resiliente, otimista.
(D) teimoso, negativo.
QUESTION 05
Relacione cada adjetivo da coluna A com o apropriado substantivo da coluna B.
QUESTION 06
Escreva um parágrafo em inglês, descrevendo uma pessoa que você admira. Inclua pelo menos três características físicas e três características psicológicas no seu texto.
| Autoria | Profª Drª Sueidy Lourencio |
| Formação | Letras Portuguese/Inglês – Doutorado em Educação |
| Componente Curricular | Inglês |
| Objetivos de aprendizagem e desenvolvimento | (EJALI0619) Ampliar o repertório lexical sobre características físicas, psicológicas, objetos, cidades e animais |
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