Enjoy the Lesson-2
FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL
Teacher: Akmal Akbarov
Saroo's incredible journey to
find his long lost family
How did you feel while watching the video?
suffered a bit
felt a sympathy
heartbreaking
cried
happy in the end
felt pity
strong belief
found miracles
defied all the peels / odds
determination
idyllic
01
comforting
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03
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Words & Phrases
epic tale
05
persistence, willpower
place that is extremely peaceful, picturesque, or perfect
overcome or surpassed all the challenges
offering support
a long narrative or story that typically spans a significant period of time
deserted
head
scarvenge for
06
idol
07
08
09
Words & Phrases
tough
10
go towards
gathering for survival by finding food or resources in unconventional or unlikely places.
left alone
a person who is greatly admired
hard
unforgiving city
retrace
matter of life & death
11
shove and pull
12
13
14
Words & Phrases
savior
15
go back over a path or route that has been previously taken
a situation or issue that is extremely serious, critical
urban environment that is considered as harsh, demanding towards its inhabitants or visitors.
act of pushing forcefully or with a sudden movement
a person who rescues or saves others from harm, danger, or difficult circumstances
petrified
agony
16
excel
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18
Words & Phrases
ecstasy
19
intense physical or mental suffering, distress
extremely frightened, paralyzed with fear, or terrified.
very good at something
intense state of overwhelming joy, bliss, or extreme happiness
nondescript village
obsessed
painstaking process
20
search for needle in a haystack
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Words & Phrases
keep up the hunt for …
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have an excessive and compulsive preoccupation or fixation on something or someone
a careful, and thorough approach to completing a task or achieving a goal
village is unremarkable, ordinary, or lacking in distinguishing features
a task or situation that is extremely difficult or nearly impossible due to the large amount of irrelevant or unimportant information
continue searching for something
landmark
defy the toughness
25
pile of rubble
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Words & Phrases
devastating
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overcome challenges
a prominent or easily recognizable place
a disordered and chaotic accumulation of broken, fragmented, or demolished materials
something that causes severe and extensive damage, destruction, or emotional distress
1. What was Saru's childhood like in India?
1. Saru's childhood in India was dirt-poor and his family struggled to survive.
2. How did Saru end up in Tasmania?
2. Saru ended up in Tasmania after being adopted by an Australian couple.
3. How long was Saru separated from his mother?
3. Saru was separated from his mother for 26 years.
4. What role did technology play in Saru's journey?
4. Technology played a crucial role in helping Saru locate his birthplace and reunite with his family.
5. What was Saru's hometown in India like?
5. Saru's hometown in India was a dusty village called Kandra.
6. How did Saru's family struggle to survive?
6. Saru's mother Fatima struggled to feed and support her children as a single parent.
7. Who was Saru's closest family member growing up?
7. Saru's eldest brother Guru was his closest family member growing up.
8. What happened to Saru's brother Guru?
8. Saru's brother Guru disappeared when Saru was five years old, and he was never found.
9. How did Saru react when he woke up alone at the train station?
9. Saru panicked and jumped on a train, hoping to find his brother Guru.
10. What was Saru's age when he last saw his mother?
10. Saru was five years old when he last saw his mother.
What people think about Saru’s special and successful case
Sophie
I'm against this idea. Saroo was lucky to be adopted by a Tasmanian couple, but this is not always the case. Many children who end up on the streets of India are subjected to abuse and neglect. Adopting a child from a foreign country can also create cultural barriers that can be difficult for both the child and the adoptive family.
John
I fully support the idea of adopting children from foreign countries. Saroo's story shows just how transformative it can be for everyone involved. The love of his adoptive parents allowed him to grow up in a safe and loving environment, and he was able to succeed in ways he may not have been
able to otherwise.
Michael
I'm really not sure what to think about this. On the one hand, I believe that every child deserves a loving home and a chance to succeed. But on the other hand, I worry about the long-term cultural effects of adopting children from different countries. In some cases, it may do more
harm than good.
Mia
This topic just makes me so emotional. I can't even imagine what it would be like to be lost as a child and separated from my family. Saroo's story really touched me and showed me just how important it is to give children a chance at a better life, no matter where they come from.
Saroo Brierley with his mothers
Saroo Brierley with his Australian mother
Saroo Brierley
Saroo’s lifelong wish had been to see his birthmother again. He feels incredibly grateful that his wish was granted. He has kept in touch with newly found family. Now Hollywood studios are eager to make a film out of his amazing story.
Homework
Reading an article for the next lesson.