Advanced English Reading and Comprehension

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Critical thinking

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EXERCISE

Making evaluationsIndicate who is likely to make each of the following

statements: a man (M) or a woman (W).

1. “The house is always a mess.”


2. “Are you saying I’m not romantic?”


3. “If you don’t like your job, then quit.”


4. “You don’t love me anymore.”


5. “Nothing is working.”


6. “I’m all right.”


7. “I think we should talk.”


8. “I can’t do everything myself.”


9. “That’s ridiculous.”


10. “Why didn’t you call?”

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EXERCISE

Making a caseAmerican comedian George Carlin once said, “Women are crazy.

Men are stupid. The main reason women are crazy is that men are stupid.” Do you agree

or disagree with this statement? Why?

Indicate whether you believe a man (M) or a woman (W) would be the better choice for each of the

following positions, or whether both (B) would be suitable. Support your beliefs with facts and examples.

1. The leader of a country


2. An oicer in the army