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Crossword Puzzles
Crossword Puzzles

Learn about crossword puzzles in this English lesson

Date: Feb 15 2016

Themes: Health, Hobbies, School

Intro

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What do you do to unwind after a difficult day? Do you like to relax and watch TV? Or do you like to challenge your mind with a crossword puzzle? Crossword puzzles are a kind of brain teaser. They give your brain exercise and help you learn new vocabulary. They can even help your memory and keep you sharp. Some scientists think that doing crossword puzzles can help stave off the effects of aging.

Vocab

sharp adj.

Definition

Example My son is very sharp, even though he's only three years old.

stave off v.

Definition

Example Eat a healthy diet to stave off heart disease.

unwind v.

Definition

Example I like to unwind by taking a bubble bath and reading my favorite magazine.

mind n.

Definition

Example Doing math makes my mind tired!

brain teaser n.

Definition

Example Sudoku is a great brain teaser.

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Quiz

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Discussion

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How do you relax after a long day? Do you like crossword puzzles?

Comments

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Wuthering

United States

I am not really good at word games . I find myself relaxing in hot tub with a good book or fancy dreams …. well, everything will be fine , if not it is not end yet ! 

03:59 PM Feb 15 2016 |

julito1

julito1

Argentina

I must confess that my day starts only when i have finished my crossword puzzles . Kind of a healthy addiction now. The plus side of this mind games is that it has sharpened my mind. If in the past took me one hour to complete the puzzle, now in less than have an hour  i am free to start with my daily activities. hurrah…. 

02:52 PM Feb 15 2016 |

hermitlady

China


No. I don’t like word puzzles. I played the crossword puzzles when I was a student. Because they came on my homework and I must do it.



Sometime I can do word puzzles which is about vocabulary. Yes , word games it is. It can improve my vocabulary.



I can read a book after a long day work when I get home, one English book.


05:32 AM Feb 15 2016 |

ola33

ola33

Japan

A book is good one for relaxation. You just sink in a comfy armchair and read. Crossword puzzles are hard to crack, but worth of trying. So far sudoku is more reliable in this venture. Especially the first 10 minutes. After, you’re relaxed, happy and ready for another 8 hours of staying focused. So, what’s your plan for today? Crossword?:))

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