Unit Review & Progress Test

Unit review — Health, Mind & Well-being

Al finalizar esta unidad, deberías ser capaz de utilizar estructuras gramaticales complejas para expresar deseos, arrepentimientos y preferencias hipotéticas de manera natural. Esto incluye el uso preciso de wish, if only y would rather en contextos de salud y bienestar, permitiéndote hablar de situaciones que desearías que fueran diferentes.

Asimismo, habrás ampliado tu léxico de nivel avanzado, pasando de términos comunes a colocaciones sofisticadas y precisión terminológica relacionadas con la salud mental y física. Deberías ser capaz de participar en debates académicos o profesionales sobre el bienestar, utilizando un registro adecuado y demostrando un control léxico propio de un nivel C1.

Grammar consolidation

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given.

1. I regret not taking more breaks during the workday. WISH I ______ more breaks during the कामday.

2. It's annoying that you keep checking your phone while we are talking about my health. RATHER I ______ checking your phone while we are talking.

3. I'm sorry I didn't invest more time in mindfulness exercises last year. ONLY If ______ more time in mindfulness exercises last year.

4. It's a pity that the government hasn't implemented better mental health policies. WISH The government ______ better mental health policies.

5. I'd prefer it if you didn't smoke in the house. RATHER I ______ smoke in the house.

6. It's frustrating that my back pain hasn't improved yet. WISH I ______ my back pain.

7. It was a mistake for him to ignore the doctor's advice. ONLY If ______ the doctor's advice.

8. I would prefer to stay at home and rest instead of going to the party. RATHER I ______ at home and rest instead of going to the party.

9. It's annoying that the noise from the street prevents me from sleeping well. RATHER I ______ the noise from the street.

10. I regret being so stressed during the exam period. WISH I ______ so stressed during the exam period.

Vocabulary activation

A. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the word in capitals (Word Formation).

1. The _____ of the new wellness centre has significantly improved local community health. (ESTABLISH)
2. Chronic stress can lead to a variety of _____ health issues. (PSYCHOLOGY)
3. Regular exercise is an _____ part of a healthy lifestyle. (ESSENCE)
4. The patient showed remarkable _____ after the therapy sessions. (RESILIENT)

B. Choose the correct collocation to complete the sentences (C1 Collocations).

5. It is vital to _____ a healthy balance between work and personal life. a) make / b) strike / c) do
6. Many people suffer from _____ anxiety due to the fast pace of modern life. a) pervasive / b) wide / c) heavy
7. The doctor suggested a _____ diet to manage his cholesterol levels. a) strict / b) hard / c) tight
8. We need to _____ awareness about the importance of sleep hygiene. a) raise / b) lift / c) grow

C. Rewrite the sentences using a more formal/sophisticated synonym (Register Choice).

9. The medicine had a big effect on his condition. (Use: profound)

10. It is important to seek help if you feel overwhelmed. (Use: imperative) _______________
11. He is very tired because of his job. (Use: exhausted) _______________
12. The symptoms went away after a week. (Use: subsided) _______________

Integrated skills task

Source Text: The Myth of the "Work-Life Balance"

In contemporary society, the term "work-life balance" has become a ubiquitous buzzword. However, many psychologists argue that the concept itself is flawed. By framing work and life as two opposing forces on a scale, we create an inherent sense of conflict. If one side is "up," the other must be "down," leading to a constant state of guilt or perceived failure.

Instead of seeking a perfect balance, experts suggest pursuing "work-life integration." This approach acknowledges that professional and personal responsibilities are often intertwined. Rather than trying to separate them into neat, isolated compartments, individuals should aim for a fluid movement between roles. While this requires higher levels of self-regulation and clear boundaries, it may reduce the psychological strain caused by the impossible pursuit of equilibrium. Ultimately, the goal should be well-being, not a mathematical balance.

Writing Task

Instrucciones: Lee el texto anterior y escribe una respuesta (un ensayo corto o una carta de opinión) de entre 180 y 220 palabras. En tu respuesta, debes: 1. Resumir los puntos principales del texto. 2. Expresar tu opinión sobre si la "integración" es más saludable que el "equilibrio". 3. Utilizar vocabulario de nivel C1 y estructuras gramaticales complejas (como las aprendidas en esta unidad).

Speaking checkpoint

Instrucciones: Responde a estas preguntas de forma oral para practicar tu fluidez y capacidad de argumentación. Intenta hablar durante 1-2 minutos por cada punto.

1. Compare: Compare the advantages of traditional medicine with holistic approaches to well-being.
2. Speculate: How might the definition of "health" change in the next fifty years due to technological advancements?
3. Evaluate: Evaluate the impact of social media on the mental health of young adults today.
4. Justify: Some people argue that mental health should be treated with the same urgency as physical health. Justify this perspective.
5. Hypothesize: If you could change one thing about your current lifestyle to improve your well-being, what would it be and why? (Use wish/would rather).
6. Discuss: Is it the responsibility of the employer or the individual to ensure mental well-being in the workplace?

Self-assessment rubric

Answer key

Grammar consolidation 1. I wish I had taken 2. I would rather you didn't 3. If only I had invested 4. wishes it would implement / wishes it implemented 5. would rather you didn't 6. I wish my back pain would improve 7. If only he hadn't ignored 8. I would rather stay 9. I would rather it weren't / I'd rather there wasn't 10. I wish I hadn't been

Vocabulary activation 1. establishment 2. psychological 3. essential 4. resilience 5. b) strike 6. a) pervasive 7. a) strict 8. a) raise 9. The medicine had a profound effect on his condition. 10. It is imperative to seek help if you feel overwhelmed. 11. He is exhausted because of his job. 12. The symptoms subsided after a week.