Lead-in. 38 Read this introduction to the new topic, then find and suggest the message of this snippet of information.

38 Read this introduction to the new topic, then find and suggest the message of this snippet of information.

NOTHING is more common than to hear the study of Physiognomy condemned as being calculated to mislead people in their judgements of each other. Because of the impossibility of its being reduced to a science yet, nothing is more prevalent, in all classes of society, than the formation of judgements from the appearances of the face.

Physiognomy unites hearts, and forms the most durable, the most divine friendships; nor can friendship discover a more solid foundation than in the fair outlines and noble features of certain countenances. Physiognomy is the very soul of wisdom, since it elevates the mutual pleasure of interaction, and whispers to the heart when it is necessary to speak, or when to be silent, when to warn, when to excite, when to console, when to disapprove.

39 How do you see yourself and what image do you project for others? Do the quiz that follows. Assess yourself and a friend, then swap the results and see whether there is much difference between how you visualise yourself and how others do.

40 After you have done the quiz you may find yourself wondering why you are not seen in the light you think you should be. Why does it happen that we miscommunicate about our own selves? The expressions below might offer help in phrasing the ideas. Use also the chart of linking devices in Unit 3, Part 2.

41 You are going to listen to the author of a book on face reading. He describes the benefits of this skill. Listen to the reflections and take notes of the 12 aspects when the ability to read face is power and an asset. Below are the key words, which are to help spot the points in the speech.

Discover new things… deal with people… practical things… communication… nickel from… stereotypes that keep you… clients better… profit inwardly… new context… survive as one of… relationships… self-esteem

42 Suggest your own opinion:

ü whether it pays off to judge by appearances, which "are deceptive";

ü whether the face reading skill is really a practical tool for handling interaction problems;

ü whether you would attempt to rely on that knowledge;

ü whether or not it would boost your self-esteem.