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Story 13

📘 Lesson Title: “The Turning Point”

Level: Expert

VOCABULARIES

  1. Resilient – (ri-ZIL-yuhnt) /rɪˈzɪliənt/
    (adjective) – able to recover quickly from difficulties
    Synonyms: strong, tough, flexible
    Sentence: She remained resilient despite the sudden changes in the project.

  2. Versatile – (VUR-suh-tl) /ˈvɜːsətaɪl/
    (adjective) – able to adapt to many different tasks or functions
    Synonyms: adaptable, flexible, multi-skilled
    Sentence: He’s a versatile employee who can handle any assignment.

  3. Pivot – (PIH-vuht) /ˈpɪvət/
    (verb) – to change direction quickly in response to a situation
    Synonyms: shift, turn, adjust
    Sentence: The company had to pivot its strategy during the crisis.

  4. Unforeseen – (un-for-SEEN) /ˌʌnfɔːˈsiːn/
    (adjective) – not expected or predicted
    Synonyms: unexpected, surprising, sudden
    Sentence: They faced several unforeseen issues during the event.

  5. Composed – (kuhm-POHZD) /kəmˈpəʊzd/
    (adjective) – calm and in control, especially during stress
    Synonyms: calm, collected, poised
    Sentence: She stayed composed while handling the emergency.


IDIOMS

  1. Roll with the punches – (adapt to difficult situations)
    Synonyms: adjust, stay flexible
    Sentence: Life didn’t go as planned, but he learned to roll with the punches.

  2. Go with the flow – (accept things as they happen)
    Synonyms: adapt, accept, follow along
    Sentence: Instead of resisting the changes, she decided to go with the flow.

  3. Change gears – (switch to a different method or approach)
    Synonyms: adapt, shift, modify
    Sentence: When the original plan failed, the team had to change gears.


TONGUE TWISTER

Instruction: Read the tongue twister 3 times as fast and clearly as you can.

“Fast fixes flex when flexible folks face frantic futures.”


STORY: The Turning Point

Rina was working on a major product launch when a global issue forced everything to halt. The situation was unforeseen, and the entire team was thrown into uncertainty.

While some panicked, Rina stayed composed. She quickly pivoted the plan, converting physical events into virtual ones. Her versatile skills helped her handle tech platforms and coordinate tasks outside her usual role.

Through it all, she remained resilient, encouraging her team to roll with the punches and go with the flow. They had to change gears often, but they pulled through.

What could have been a failure became a success—thanks to one person’s ability to adapt when it mattered most.


KNOWLEDGE CHECK

  1. What word describes Rina’s ability to stay calm in stress?

  2. Which vocabulary word means to change direction or strategy?

  3. What idiom suggests adapting to challenges smoothly?

  4. How did Rina respond to the unforeseen situation?

  5. What made Rina’s leadership effective during the crisis?


DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

  1. When was the last time you had to adapt to a sudden change?

  2. Do you think adaptability is more important than planning? Why or why not?

  3. What makes someone resilient in tough times?

  4. How do you react when your plans don’t go as expected?

  5. Can change be a good thing? Give an example.


SPEAK UP

Instruction: Share your opinions about the following moral lessons.

  1. Flexibility leads to growth in unexpected moments.

  2. Staying calm helps you make smart choices during change.

  3. Success often depends on how well you adapt—not how perfect your plans are.


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