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Chapter 1 Self Introduction

Unit 1: Introduction

Let us begin the interview. Please introduce yourself. Briefly discuss what you do at
present.

Answer A:
Hello. My name is Sun-hee Kim. You can call me Sunny. I am 21 years old. I am currently living
in Daegu, which is famous for apples. I am a university student majoring in Journalism. I write
articles for the school magazine. I love doing my task in school. It is difficult but enjoyable. I
dream of becoming a newspaper writer or maybe a news anchor one day. I also like to publish
a book. I will study and work hard to achieve it.

Points to emphasize in answering:

Start with your name when introducing yourself.
[example: My name is Sun-hee Kim.]
- try to provide a nickname if possible

Give more personal information like:
- age or birthday
[example: I am 21 years old.]
- place of residence or hometown
[example: I am currently living in Daegu]
[example: You may describe the place a little.]

State what you do for a living and give details about it.
[example: I am a university student majoring in Journalism.]

Give a little information about your dreams for the future.
[example: I dream of becoming a newspaper writer]
- State what you can do to achieve it.

Vocabulary

currently - at this moment
famous - well-known
majoring - studying a major in college or university
articles - pieces of writing
task - job; chore
news anchor - one who delivers the news on TV or radio
achieve - accomplish; realize

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