Goosebumps

B1 – Intermediate

Goosebumps are a physical sensation of small bumps or shivers on the skin, often caused by very strong emotions like cold, fear, or excitement. The term is commonly used to describe a reaction to a scary or suspenseful situation. Goosebumps in animals serve as an adaptive mechanism for survival, helping them regulate their body temperature, and defend themselves.

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Vocabulary Questions:

  1. What does “involuntary” mean, “These bumps are an involuntary response to intense emotions.”? Use the word in a sentence.
  2. What is the meaning of the word “spark“, “They are the result of an adrenaline rush sparked by an extreme emotion.”? Make one sentence using this word.
  3. What is “adrenaline rush“, “They are the result of an adrenaline rush sparked by an extreme emotion.”? Use the phrase in one sentence.

Discussion Questions:

  1. When do you usually get goosebumps and why?
  2. What are the several purposes of goosebumps to animals?
  3. Have you seen animals that got goosebumps? What happened?
  4. Share an experience when you suddenly had goosebumps and why it happened.
  5. What are other humans’ reactions to intense emotions?
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