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Let's Get Acquainted

Preface

"Let’s Get Acquainted" is the first textbook of "Topics &
Beyond", the series designed to enhance cross-cultural literacy via
theme-based content instruction. It is designed for EFL college
students of different levels: Intermediate-mid/ -high/ Upper-
Intermediate. The readings cover topics dealing with family matters,
challenges and responsibilities, friendship, character and appearance,
women’s place in society, and cross-cultural stereotypes and
diversity. The text is supposed to provide ample material for reading
and vocabulary building, stimulate interest in various aspects of
British and American life and motivate discussions. The set of
exercises will promote acquiring language knowledge and improving
communication skills.

Book Organization

The book consists of two sections:
1. Section One: Vocabulary, Texts, Exercises
2. Section Two: Fiction Reading

Section One

The six units in Section One are organized around central themes:
1. Biography
2. Family Life
3. Appearance and Character
4. Friends and Acquaintances
5. Cross-Cultural Stereotypes and Diversity
6. Gender Stereotypes

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