Name: ____________________
SUCCESS
to set a goal
to work hard
to face obstacles
to acquire new skills
to stay humble and hungry
Before Reading – Think & Discuss
1. What do you think makes a person successful?
2. Have you ever seen a painting with flying people, animals, or dream-like scenes? How did it make you feel?
Reading Comprehension
Read the biography of Marc Chagall . Then answer the questions.*
True (T) or False (F)? Correct the false sentences.
1. Marc Chagall was born in Paris.
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2. He came from a wealthy family.
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3. He stopped painting during World War II.
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4. His art often included memories of his childhood.
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5. _ He only painted on canvas.
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6. He painted his most famous works in Paris.
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7. Unfortunately, Chagall`s paintings didn`t see many exhibitions during his lifetime.
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Find the evidence of his success in the text. Give the details from the text
to set a goal
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to work hard
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to face obstacles
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to acquire new skills
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to stay humble and hungry
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A picture description
a flying couple, a violinist, a vibrant colour palette, floating figures, distorted perspective, symbols of childhood / love / hometown, euphoria of love, soaring happiness, nostalgia for the goal, connection to roots, the artist at work, between his homeland and new life
Topics to highlight while describing
- How does this picture reflect Chagall`s goals, dreams, obstacles etc
- What do main figures symbolize in the picture?
Reflection
- Marc Chagall never gave up on his dream, even when life was hard.
- What is your dream or big goal? What will help you achieve it?
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