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Long reads: why we love to be scared

Reading · Long reads · C1 · 45 min. A long read on the science and psychology of enjoying fear, from adrenaline and relief to the social side of screaming together.

About this worksheet

A long read on the science and psychology of enjoying fear, from adrenaline and relief to the social side of screaming together.

Level
C1
Category
Reading
Topic
Long reads
Time
About 45 minutes
Exercises
Reading text, Multiple choice, Matching, Speaking / writing task
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On the sheet

  • Reading text: Read the article.
  • Multiple choice: Choose the best answer.
  • Matching: Match the words from the article to their meanings.
  • Speaking / writing task: Discuss and write.

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