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Unit 5 Lead-in Questions

By 胡宜雯 老师 • 2025-04-28 • 4165次浏览

1. To be quick or slow, which one do you prefer? Can you provide examples?

2. Do you think you can adapt to the quick-fix society? If not, how will you feel, worried, anxious…?

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  • 82240136瞿静亚 • 2025-05-01

    Since living in metropolis for a long time, I think I prefer quick life. Especially in high school , it is limited in time and I must work fast (having meals fast, doing my homework at a fast pace) that I can save more time to do my own business like reading novels and play tennis .

    perhaps I think that I can adapt fast pace life ,but sometimes it won't work. Last month I failed in the competition and I feel really not good,unbearing the fast speed of competition and reviewing. At last I planned to go to my granny's house and give myself a break. I enjoyed the countryside scene and the dishes that my granny made. At last, I repaired my own and began to face the fast life again . Telling myself that I must accept the fast life is not the first time . Because when I graduate from university as a graduate student, I want to turn back to Shanghai and stay in that metropolis. I know myself have a little bit self-conceit, and I know that isn't a good thing but that perhaps cuz I am a ambious person, haha jk

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  • 82240217夏俊宁 • 2025-05-02

    I prefer slow, cause I am lazy.I always get up very late, so I hope everything could be slow.

    I don't think I  can adapt to the quick-fix society,so I often feel nervous and I worry about that I will be eliminated sometimes.

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  • 82240209汪琦乐 • 2025-05-02

    1. I prefer slow. Because I am lazy and a procrastinator. I often fail to get up in the morning and always delay going out until the last minute. A  quick-fix life will put a lot of pressure on me. I prefer to live at my own pace.

    2. I believe I can adapt to a quick-fix life. Although I prefer a slow life, whenever I encounter problems, I can quickly find solutions and put them into practice. Although I don't like it, I will try my best to adapt.

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  • 82240320祁心雨 • 2025-05-03

    I prefer a slow paced life, which makes me pay more attention to the process of life rather than the outcome. For example, during meals, if I have enough time, I will savor the food slowly and slowly, while on the contrary, I will devour it , which is not good for my stomach. I can't adapt well to the quick fix-society, for example, I have a volunteer activity at the library every Tuesday, but due to the fast-paced life, I always forget about it. This makes me feel anxious.

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  • 82240118耿晓洋 • 2025-05-04

    I prefer quick.For instance,when I buy goods on the Internet,I can't wait to receiving it.But ,actually,it is still a little difficult for me to adapt quick-fix society.The world is changing rapidly and with each passing day,such speed exceeded the speed that I could adapt to by myself.So,I feel streesed and worried from time to time.

     

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  • 82240239钟丹丹 • 2025-05-04

    I prefer a slower pace of life. For example, I like observing life. When I take a walk along the roadside, I will stop to admire the scenery along the way.

    I don't think I can adapt. In today's rapidly developing society, it seems that there is an invisible hand pushing us forward, which will bring me anxiety and worry.

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  • 82240128刘丹 • 2025-05-04

    1. I prefer slow.When we have a travel in other places,I think we shouldn't take photos quickly and simply.We should spend more time enjoying the local culture and the scenery,which can make us more relaxed and strengthen our experience feeling of travel.

    2.I think I can't adapt the quick-fix society.Maybe I feel more worried and afraid.

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  • 82240230臧钒希 • 2025-05-05

    1,I prefer a slower pace of life, thinking that it enables me to enjoy the comfort and pleasure of life, such as being able to clearly see the scenery along the way when taking a vehicle. Moreover, in a slow-paced life, people will also communicate a lot.

    2,I'm not very suitable for the present because I'm a bit procrastinating in doing things and sometimes I feel anxious and uneasy.

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  • 82240231张晗 • 2025-05-05

    I prefer a fast-paced life and spend my time on meaningful things, so I can adapt the quick-fix society

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  • 82240138沈宇婷 • 2025-05-05
    1. In my point of view, to be quick or slow depend on different situation. Sometimes, I prefer to be quick. For example, when there’s an urgent task at hand or a sudden problem to solve, quick action can release my anxiety and help me work out the problems efficiently. On the other hand, I prefer to be slow. For example, when I appreciate something or learn a new skill, I need to be slow to fully understand the details and essence. This way, I can truly master it and enjoy the process of growth.
    2. I don't think I can fully adapt to the quick-fix society. The constant pursuit of instant results makes me feel stressed and anxious. I worry that the quality of life and the depth of experiences are being sacrificed.
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  • 82240210王乐 • 2025-05-06

    I prefer slowness, because slowing down enables me to enjoy the beautiful scenes in daily life and feel the beauty of life.
    I don't think I can adapt to it because I'm more used to a slow pace. Suddenly being thrown into a fast-paced society will trigger an alarm in my body and make me feel unwell.

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  • 82240120郝苗羽 • 2025-05-06

    1.I prefer slow. Because quick makes me more anxious. And I will make mistakes under the fast-paced environment.But slow can help me keep calm and think deeper. 

    2.But sometimes I can adapt to the quick-fix society under some special circumstances. Maybe it can increase my effiency.

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  • 82240413花叶蕾 • 2025-05-06

    First of all, I prefer to be quick.Because only by being fast can us to adapt to the era.when we at a restaurant, we want our meal to be much more quicker to take away. When we do our tasks, we also want the burden to be released.

    Sometimes, I think it's difficult for me to adapt to the quick-fix society

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    • 胡宜雯 老师 • 2025-05-10
      Why you prefer to be quick but you can't adapt to a quick-fix society? Isn't this paradoxical?
  • 82240237张熠航 • 2025-05-06

    I like a slow life. For instance, when it comes to meals, in high school, the study pace was extremely fast. To avoid being late for class or when the teacher extended the class, I often finished a meal in 10 or even 5 minutes. Over time, my stomach got sick. I had to take probiotic tablets every day to relieve the discomfort in my stomach. So after I entered university, I deliberately delayed the duration of my meals every day. Eating slowly is a kind of enjoyment for me. I'm very happy because now I can eat for half an hour.

    I can adapt to but I don't like this way of life. Society wants to make me what I can become what appearance. I can adapt to the hurried life every day and the life full of adrenaline every day. I can be flexible and adapt to society, but if this goes on for a long time, I will be unhappy and become numb. Adaptation and liking are two different things for me.

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  • 82240137沈诚 • 2025-05-07

     For me, I personally think that I prefer to be slow. I am a fan of "Let's Play" series and old movies. The movies nowadays are weak. I think I cannot adapt the quick-fix society, and I would be more and more anxious

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  • 82240126李艳冬 • 2025-05-08

    For me, I prefer a slow pace. When it comes to traveling, instead of rushing to tick off all the scenic spots in one day, I'd rather stroll around the scenic areas at a leisurely pace. It's the same in daily life. That's why I'm a rather laid-back person. I can't really accept the fast-paced way, because it makes me feel anxious and uneasy.

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  • 82230120唐佳钰 • 2025-05-08

    1.I prefer a slow life.When I travel, I prefer to wander around the city rather than visit several scenic spots in one day.

    2.I think I can't adapt to the quick-fix society. I will feel anxious.

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  • 82240208万瑶 • 2025-05-08

     

    1. Slow. Because before completing certain tasks, I often feel anxious and hope to have more ample time for full preparation. Besides, when enjoying life and engaging in activities I love, I also hope that time could pass more slowly so that I can immerse myself better.
    2. I think it's hard for me to adapt to the quick-fix society. If I'm in a state of high efficiency and speed for a long time, I will feel great pressure and anxiety. I'm worried that I won't be able to complete all the tasks on time and I'm afraid of being eliminated in the rapidly developing society.

     

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  • 82240233张静雯 • 2025-05-08

    I can't adapt. Adapting to a quick-fix society is a challenging task. I will feel worried and anxious, worry about falling behind others, and be unable to complete tasks on time. This worry and anxiety may lead to sleep disorders, or other physical and mental discomforts.

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  • 82240233张静雯 • 2025-05-08

    I prefer to be slow. Because we can enjoy life, a slow life allows us to experience the details and beauty of the life. When it comes to some tasks that require high precision and quality, being slow is necessary. 

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  • 82240442应天源 • 2025-05-08

    1. I think both speed and slowness have their advantages, and my preferences vary according to different scenarios. In work and study, I sometimes tend to be fast. When it comes to leisure and relaxation, I prefer slowness.
    2. I believe I can adapt to a society that pursues quick problem - solving. I will take it as an opportunity for growth, analyze my shortcomings, improve my abilities, and constantly make myself better fit the needs of a fast - paced society.

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  • 82240205孙庆叶 • 2025-05-08

    1. I prefer to be quick regarding daily tasks, which helps me complete them efficiently. For example, I quickly finish my morning routine to ensure I'm on time for work. However, in relationships, I prefer to be slow and listen attentively, allowing others to express themselves fully. This approach fosters deeper connections and understanding.

    2. I don't think I can adapt to the quick-fix society. If I can't, I would feel worried and anxious about the consequences of such a lifestyle, which often prioritizes instant gratification over long-term benefits.

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  • 82240104陈桂琦 • 2025-05-08

    I prefer a slow life. A fast life makes me feel anxious. For example, when going out to play, if the schedule is too full, it will make me very tired and annoyed.

    I can't. We have become impatient to read a book carefully or do a thing well. There is only the outcome in one's eyes, and no attention is paid to the pleasures in life. I think such a life of seeking quick success and instant benefits is meaningless. It only brings me anxiety and busyness.

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  • 刘登诺 • 2025-05-10

    1.I prefer a slow - paced life. Because in a slow - paced life, I can savor every moment carefully. For example, I can experience the texture of a dish or take a whiff of the fresh morning air. When reading, I can also immerse myself in the story whole - heartedly and see things from the protagonist's perspective. Another example is that when I'm taking a walk, I can listen to the birds singing, feel the breeze blowing on my cheeks, and fully enjoy the beauty of nature. All in all, I think a slow - paced life relaxes my mind and stops me from being pushed around by complicated tasks.

    2.I don't think I can adapt well to a fast - paced society. Because rapid development will inevitably increase people's stress. I'm worried that I might fall behind. In terms of study, I'm afraid I can't keep up with my classmates. When it comes to career choices, I'm anxious about my future. In a society that only values results and efficiency, I also feel some inexplicable nervousness and anxiety. All these will affect my physical and mental health.

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  • M.. • 2025-05-10

    I share a similar preference for slow - paced life. In a world full of hustle and bustle, taking time to savor life's simple pleasures is truly precious. Just like spending a day cooking, the process of preparing ingredients, waiting for the food to cook, and finally enjoying the meal is a form of relaxation. It allows me to escape the stress of the fast - paced society. And when it comes to adapting to the quick - fix society, I do find it challenging. There's always a sense of being rushed, and it can be quite anxiety - inducing. But I also try to find a balance, setting aside time for slow activities to recharge myself.

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  • 82240222许靖 • 2025-05-10

    I think I prefer a slower pace of life. For me, if my future lifestyle is fast-paced, it must be a choice made under the pressure of life or for economic reasons. A slower pace of life allows me to better experience the world and my inner self. I often believe that inner peace is extremely important, while a fast-paced life often brings me a lot of anxiety.

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  • 90240223徐文悦 • 2025-05-10

    I prefer slow. In my daily life, I often choose to take a bus instead of taking a taxi. Because I can think about many things that make me feel comfortable and relaxed.

    No,I can't.I usually feel nervous,anxious and confused in the quick-fix society.

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  • 82240236张燕玲 • 2025-05-10

    I prefer a slow-paced life. Slowing down the pace gives people more time to think and explore certain aspects of life. Take reading as an example. The content in books requires one to savor and ponder carefully to grasp the secrets within, bringing a different experience to life. In the current fast-paced life, it's somewhat difficult for me to adapt, so of course I feel anxious and panicked. However, I believe that as long as I can adjust my own habits, I will be able to adapt to the fast-paced life sooner.

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  • 82240221徐子涵 • 2025-05-10
    1. I prefer to be a little slower. For example, everyone eats quickly and goes back to the dormitory during meals, and I like to eat while watching TV dramas.
    2. I think I can adapt to this social environment of speed. Because I am very adaptable, I can better manage my time and improve my efficiency in a social environment that pursues speed.
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  • 82240223许雨欣 • 2025-05-10

    1.I prefer a slow life. Living slowly makes me relaxed. It can bring me more time to enjoy the process, instead of rushing.

    2.I think I cannot adapt to a quick-fix society well. I'll feel anxious, stressed and a sense of oppression. Usually, I mess up something ,and a flood of regret and desperation fills me with negative feelings.

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