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ADVANCED ENGLISH STORY 📚 Pursue the Dream 🖊️ Level 4 – 5 | C1 | British English Story with Subtitles

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Warm-up Questions

What does it mean to “pursue the dream,” and what kinds of dreams do people usually pursue?
In your opinion, what makes a story “advanced” (C1): the vocabulary, the themes, or the writing style?
Do you like stories with subtitles when learning English? Why or why not?

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ADVANCED ENGLISH STORY 📚 Pursue the Dream 🖊️ Level 4 – 5 | C1 | British English Story with Subtitles

Jackie’s imagination, studies, and decision to take writing seriously (00:00 – 05:43)

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1. What is one downside of Jackie’s creative imagination mentioned early in the story?

She refuses to read other people’s books.
She never finishes any of her assignments.
She becomes easily distracted and gets told off at school.

2. How did Jackie perform academically in English literature at college?

She gained the top grade of anyone in her year.
She barely passed after failing twice.
She decided to drop the subject.

3. Why did Jackie want to study at a place with successful writers and prestigious awards?

She wanted an easier course with fewer assignments.
She wanted to develop her skills by learning from the best.
She wanted to avoid meeting other writers.

ADVANCED ENGLISH STORY 📚 Pursue the Dream 🖊️ Level 4 – 5 | C1 | British English Story with Subtitles

The writing group, the temp job, and secretly printing the manuscript (05:43 – 10:36)

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1. What did Jackie receive from the writing group that helped her improve?

Constructive criticism and advice.
A guaranteed book deal.
Money to fund her final year.

2. Why did Jackie call the job “the office of Doom”?

Her boss shouted at her every day.
She was asked to work overnight shifts.
It was gray, lifeless, and dull.

3. Why did Jackie print the manuscript at the office late at night?

She wanted to sell copies to colleagues.
She wanted to proofread on paper and have her mum check it.
She had to submit a paper copy to her university the next morning.

ADVANCED ENGLISH STORY 📚 Pursue the Dream 🖊️ Level 4 – 5 | C1 | British English Story with Subtitles

Submitting to competitions, being shortlisted, and the awards ceremony outcome (10:36 – 19:06)

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1. What did Jackie do when she realized she couldn’t let her work keep “gathering dust”?

She deleted the manuscript and started over.
She hid the manuscript so nobody could read it.
She searched for writing competitions and submitted her work.

2. What surprised Jackie when she opened the email from the literary agent?

She had been shortlisted and invited to the ceremony.
She was told she could never publish again.
She was offered a job in the same office.

3. What prize did Jackie ultimately win at the ceremony?

No prize, but she got a refund for travel.
The runner-up prize.
First place and a book deal immediately.

ADVANCED ENGLISH STORY 📚 Pursue the Dream 🖊️ Level 4 – 5 | C1 | British English Story with Subtitles

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1. Which message best matches the story’s main theme?

It’s better to keep your creative work private to avoid criticism.
Persistence and accepting feedback can help you achieve your goals.
Natural talent matters more than effort or support.

2. Which factor most directly helps Jackie improve the manuscript after finishing the first draft?

Careful editing and honest comments from a trusted reader.
Moving into halls of residence.
Buying a more expensive pen.

3. Why is the feedback in the story described as potentially upsetting but valuable?

Because it stops writers from being creative.
Because it guarantees winning competitions.
Because professional editors and agents can be much more critical.

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

ADVANCED ENGLISH STORY 📚 Pursue the Dream 🖊️ Level 4 – 5 | C1 | British English Story with Subtitles

Jackie’s imagination causes problems at school, but also helps her succeed. When can a “weakness” become a strength?
How do you personally respond to criticism of your work? What makes feedback feel constructive rather than discouraging?
Is it ever acceptable to break small rules (like printing at work) to pursue a bigger goal? Why or why not?
If you were shortlisted for a major award, who would you take with you, and what would you hope to gain from the experience?