Task 4
Questions 16-20
Read the text below.
For each question (16-20), choose the answer (A-F) that best completes the sentence.
There is one letter that you do not need. Mark your answer on the answer sheet.
There is an example at the beginning $(\mathbf{0} \rightarrow \mathbf{G})$.
Students and Self-Confidence
There are many factors that can lead to low self-confidence. Fitting in with others ( $(\mathbf{0}$ ) ______.
Students, for example, can experience low self-confidence (16) ______. As a society we are surrounded by unrealistic concepts of what we 'should' look like, and it's easy to feel we're not the 'ideal' type compared to others.
A student's confidence can often be destroyed when they don't see in the mirror the body (17) ______. This is especially true in adolescent years.
Students may also suffer from low self-confidence (18) ______ , or they may set unrealistic expectations for themselves and strive to get perfect grades for every assignment. While it is great to have a desire to do well, students need to realise that they are not superhuman.
It is important that students identify and accept their limitations as well as that teachers focus on other skills or positive qualities (19) ______. Pointing out great character traits that students possess can help them feel
Pointing out great character traits that students possess can help them feel (20) ______. This is beneficial in helping every student develop into a well-rounded, responsible citizen and a healthy contented adult.