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B2 – Upper Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Several dates in the world of superstitions cause as much anxiety as Friday the 13th. Due to the unusual combination of the day and number, which has long been linked to bad luck, many people advise being cautious on this believed ominous day. Of the many myths associated with Friday the Thirteenth, two particularly intriguing ones are the avoiding of specific airline seat rows and the allegedly drop in prices for tickets to different events and services. Are these claims based on valid reports or are they just the result of urban legends?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click on the provided link to find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/travel\/2023\/10\/13\/very-superstitious-flight-prices-plummet-on-friday-13th-travel-search-engine-reveals<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. What does \u201cgood deal\u201d<\/strong> mean in the sentence, \u201cData shows you can usually find good deals<\/strong> when a Friday falls on the 13th of the month.\u201d<\/em>? Use this in your own sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does \u201cget away\u201d<\/strong> mean in the sentence, \u201cBear in mind that Friday is one of the most popular days to travel so prices are usually higher due to demand as people get away<\/strong> for the weekend.\u201d<\/em>? Use this in your own sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What does \u201caccident in the air\u201d<\/strong> mean in the sentence, \u201cThough there are superstitions surrounding the date, it isn\u2019t any more likely that you\u2019ll get into an accident in the air<\/strong>.\u201d<\/em>? Use this in your own sentence.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. What is the origin of the superstition surrounding Friday the 13th, and why is it considered an unlucky day in many cultures?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Are there any businesses or industries that are particularly affected by the superstitions surrounding Friday the 13th?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. How do different cultures and societies interpret and respond to Friday the 13th, and are there variations in beliefs and practices? Tell me more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Is traveling on Friday the 13th something you’d consider? Why or why not?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Would you say that your culture tends to be superstitious? What’s your take on the belief that Friday the 13th is an unlucky date? Please share.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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