For the group 1cop!

Girls from the group 1cop! Do this task on Tuesday, the 4th of November!!!

Read the text below. Match choices (A—H) to (1—5). There are three choices you do not need to use. Write your answers on the separate answer sheet.

WHY YOU SHOULD BE TOLERANT OF OTHERS

(1)________

Tolerance is mainly known as a willingness to accept others and their beliefs, even if you don’t necessarily agree with them. That’s why tolerance is often used in terms of religion («I don’t agree with his beliefs, but I’m tolerant of them».) but I like to think of it more broadly.

When I’m stuck on a train beside someone, that’s driving me nuts, I don’t want to cause a scene by telling them to shut up and find a new seat. When I’m at a family gathering being bombarded by stories that I’ve already heard at the last five family gatherings, I don’t want to upset my rela­tives by being rude. I want to be tolerant of others and still keep my sanity.

Here are a few tips that can help you to be more tolerant of others.

(2)________

It’s really easy to blow someone off as soon as they strike up a conversation with you — almost like you’re mentally rolling your eyes even though you’re nodding politely. For once, listen to what they’re saying — really listen. Don’t be put off by their appearance or the fact that someone else told you they’re weird a little. Listen to them, at least for a while — we all want to be heard.

(3   )________

Now that you’re listening to someone, resist the urge to totally discount what they’re saying be­cause it sounds «funny» or «weird» to you. If you’re not totally sure about the point they’re try­ing to make, ask them questions. Try to understand what they’re telling you — maybe they aren’t getting their point across as clearly as they think they are.

(4   )________

You might not agree with the person and their beliefs or opinions, and that’s okay. We’re all dif­ferent. That definitely doesn’t mean you have to become best buddies and switch over to their way of thinking, but once you accept that it’s okay to «agree to disagree» it should be a lot easier to have discussions with people.

(5)   ________ ;

Yeah, it can be, sometimes. Although becoming more tolerant of others will allow you to get out of your comfort zone and possibly expand your social circle, you might realize that you really enjoy someone’s company — someone that you would have avoided if you hadn’t tried to listen to them and understand them.

(By Steve Scott)

A Always Have a Plan 
B Agree to Disagree

C Listen Carefully Without Jumping to Conclusions
 D What is Tolerance?

E Tolerance and Patience 
F Is It Enjoyable to Be Tolerant?

G Lack of Tolerance

H Try to Understand the Other Person’s Point of View