A2 English Listening Practice - Emotions

The video explores a range of emotions, both positive and negative. It begins with positive emotions like happiness, excitement, and relief, discussing their sources and impacts. Happiness is linked to satisfaction and purpose, excitement to future goals and travel, and relief to the end of uncertainty. The video then shifts to negative emotions such as anger, sadness, and fear, offering strategies for managing and overcoming them. Anger should be temporary and resolved quickly, sadness can be alleviated through expression and support, and fear should be faced to reduce stress.

Which of the following is considered a key factor in experiencing happiness?

• Owning a luxury car

• Feeling a sense of purpose

• Winning a lottery

• Having a large social media following

What emotion is characterized by anticipation and optimism about future events?

• Excitement

• Fear

• Sadness

• Relief

What is a recommended strategy for dealing with anger?

• Ignore it completely

• Hold onto it for a long time

• Express it through physical activity

• Resolve issues before sleeping

How can discussing your feelings with someone help when you're sad?

• It helps in processing and moving past the sadness

• It makes the sadness disappear instantly

• It increases the sadness

• It has no effect on sadness

What is a common effect of fear on individuals?

• It encourages them to take risks

• It makes them more sociable

• It can cause stress and prevent actions

• It leads to immediate happiness