CP SESSION 10 – SI2 - Natalia Flores 14/03/2025

Brisa:
I haven't had the opportunity to see The Great Gatsby, but I've heard a lot about that movie
and I think it's an American classic because it has mystery, it talks about love and money.

Natalia:
Yes, I’ve read *The Great Gatsby*. It’s an American classic because it shows the excitement
and problems of the 1920s, especially the idea of the American Dream. The story is about
love, wealth, and wanting something you can’t have. Fitzgerald’s writing makes you feel the
beauty and sadness of
that time, which is why people still read it today.

Andrea:
Yes, I have read The Great Gatsby, and I believe it is considered an American classic because
it explores themes of the American Dream, wealth, social class, and the pursuit of happiness
in the 1920s. The novel also captures the extravagance and moral decay of the Jazz Age,
making it a timeless reflection on American society.

Natalia:
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1. Yes, I read a lot of novels. I enjoy mystery and historical fiction books. One book I
would recommend is The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah because it tells a powerful
story about two sisters during World War II. It’s emotional and well-written.

2. Yes, I have read books in English. One of them was The Great Gatsby. At first, it was a
bit difficult, but over time, I got used to the language. I don’t need to understand
every word; I focus on the general meaning and enjoy the story.

Brisa:
1. - Yes, I've read a few novels.
- The types of books I like to read are romance or mystery.
- I recommend the book called Forgotten Summers, because it has a little bit of
everything: love, mystery, and resentment, which makes it interesting.

2. I haven't actually read a whole book in English, but there are some paragraphs that
are a bit difficult for me, so I have to read them carefully to understand them better.

Andrea:
1. Yes, I read a lot of novels. I love mystery and science fiction books. I would
recommend "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss because it has an
immersive narrative and fascinating characters. I would also recommend "1984" by
George Orwell for its relevance and depth.

2. Yes, I've read some books in English, like "Harry Potter" and "The Great Gatsby." It
was a bit difficult at first, but over time I got used to it. I don't need to understand
every word; I prefer to relax and enjoy the story.

B. Work in pairs. Ask and answer the questions from Exercise A. Ask follow-up questions
and give examples.

● Brissa: Do you read a lot of novels?

● Natalia: Yes! I love mystery novels. I recently read Gone Girl, and it was full of
suspense. What about you?
● Andrea: I prefer historical fiction. I really liked The Book Thief. Brissa, what kind of
books do you like?
● Brissa: I enjoy romance and contemporary fiction. One of my favorites is Me Before
You by Jojo Moyes. Have you read books in English?
● Natalia: Yes, I read The Great Gatsby. It was a bit difficult at first, but I got used to it.
And you?
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● Andrea: I’ve read Pride and Prejudice. It was challenging, but I liked the story. Do you
think reading in English helps?
● Brissa: Yes! It improves vocabulary and makes it easier to understand different
cultures

C. Work with a new partner. Tell your new partner about your conversation.

Brissa likes romance and recommended Me Before You, while Natalia prefers mystery
novels like Gone Girl. Andrea enjoys historical fiction and mentioned The Book Thief. They
also discussed reading in English. Natalia has read The Great Gatsby, and Andrea read
Pride and Prejudice. At first, they found it difficult, but they agreed that reading in English
helps improve vocabulary and understanding of different cultures.

Andrea: Hey girls, let’s answer the questions together! The first one says, "What are some
situations where people tell each other stories?"

Natalia: Hmm, I think people tell stories when they want to share experiences, like at family
gatherings or with friends.

Brisa: Yeah! Also at school, during lunch breaks, or even when we're bored and want to
entertain ourselves.

Andrea: True! I usually tell stories when I travel. I like sharing funny experiences from my
trips.

Natalia: Okay, next question: "Are stories just a bit of fun, or do they have a serious
purpose?"
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Brisa: I think they can be both. Stories can be fun, but they can also make us think about
something important.

Andrea: Yes! Sometimes they teach lessons or share emotions. But I also love funny stories!

Natalia: Me too! I like mystery stories or scary ones.

Brisa: That brings us to the next question: "Do you like telling stories? What kind of stories?"

Andrea: I love telling stories about my trips and funny things that happen to me.

Natalia: I enjoy telling horror stories, especially at night!

Brisa: I usually tell stories about funny things I see on social media or things that happened
when I was little.

Andrea: Alright, last question: "What skills do you need to tell great stories? And when was
the last time you told a story?"

Natalia: You need creativity, emotion, and a good way of making people interested.

Brisa: And also gestures and tone of voice! It makes the story more exciting.

Andrea: Exactly! So, when was the last time you told a story?

Natalia: I told a horror story to my cousins last weekend. They wanted to hear something
scary before bedtime.

Brisa: I told a funny childhood story to you two at lunch yesterday!

Andrea: Oh yes, I remember! And I told a travel story to my classmates in English class last
week.

Natalia: That was fun! We should do this more often.

Brisa: Yes! Next time, I’ll tell you a new funny story I found online.

Andrea: Deal!
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Natalia:

1. I haven’t played any of the games or tried the story techniques mentioned, but I
would like to. It sounds like a fun way to improve storytelling and creativity.

2. I think word limits can be both helpful and challenging. They force you to be more
concise and focus on the most important parts of the story, but sometimes they can
limit creativity if you need more space to develop ideas.

3. I prefer working collaboratively because sharing ideas with others can make a story
more interesting. However, I also enjoy working alone when I want to express my
personal thoughts and creativity without external influence.