👤 The Psychology of First Impressions: Why We Judge in Seconds — and Why We're Often Wrong
In this B2-level reading lesson, students will explore the psychology of first impressions — how the brain makes rapid assessments, the halo effect, unconscious bias, and strategies for more accurate judgement.
Lesson Plan
- Reflective discussion questions
Key Vocabulary
Grammar Points
- <strong>Result clause (so... that):</strong> People judge competence <strong>so quickly that</strong> extra time does not change the result.
- <strong>Comparative + qualifier:</strong> First impressions are <strong>significantly less reliable</strong> when it comes to deeper traits.
- <strong>Hedging:</strong> The brain, <strong>it seems</strong>, has already made up its mind.
- <strong>Passive with agent:</strong> Hiring decisions <strong>are significantly influenced by</strong> factors that are entirely irrelevant.
- <strong>Concessive:</strong> First impressions are powerful and often useful — <strong>but</strong> they are <strong>not</strong> the final word.
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