Watch a news clip about 스트레스 해소² (Watch 00:00–01:40). Please answer the questions in full Korean sentences.

1. 이 뉴스는 무엇을 말해요? (summarize the news clip in 4-5 sentences).
2. 스트레스를 받으면 어때요? 그런데 운동을 하면 어때요? (00:24-00:34)
3. 여러분은 어떻게 스트레스를 풀어요? (list at least 2 ways to you relieve your stress)

Helpful Vocabulary:

¹스트레스를 풀다 to relieve/unwind stress
²스트레스 해소 relieving stress

While walking in a neighborhood in Korea, you may come across a set of exercise equipment in a public park. What is it for? This equipment, called야외운동기구, meaning “outdoor exercise equipment”, is open to the public, 24/7.
These open gyms reflect Korea’s emphasis on community wellness. These facilities not only offer practical benefits but also serve as social hubs where people connect with their neighbors and engage in group fitness activities.
Neighborhood gyms have gained popularity due to their numerous benefits, including affordability, convenience, and the opportunity to enjoy nature. However, challenges include weather conditions, limited space, and potential overuse. Would you like to try out this equipment when you visit Korea?

Meet with your partner(s) and video-record your best performance. First, perform the provided dialogue by filling in the blanks. Then, create your own dialogue based on the given information.

1. Guided Conversation Practice

You came across your friend in the school library lounge. Your friend looks tired and stressed and is asking for your advice on staying healthy and managing stress.

나: _____, 안녕! 시험 공부 잘 했어?

가: 아, ____ , 안녕. 공부 많이 했지.

나: __________________________________________________

가: 내가 피곤해 보여? 요즘 공부를 너무 많이 해서 목이 아파.

나: __________________________________________________

가: 넌 어때? 요즘 건강해 보여. 혹시¹ 요즘 운동해?

나: __________________________________________________

가: 그래? 운동하니까 어때?

나: __________________________________________________

가: 실은² 난 공부하면 스트레스를 많이 받아. 넌 스트레스를 어떻게 풀어?

나: __________________________________________________

가: 그렇구나, 난 영화를 보거나 책을 읽으면 행복해져.넌 뭐 할 때 기분이 좋아져?

나: __________________________________________________

가: 오, 재미있을 것 같아. 그럼 이번 주말에 같이 ______ 할까?

나: __________________________________________________

가: 응, 그럼 토요일에 만나자.

나: 네, 좋아요. 좋은 하루 보내세요!

2. Create Your Own Dialogue with a Classmate

You are feeling stressed and tired because of your homework assignments. You want to ask your senior (선배) for advice and recommendations on staying healthy and managing stresses (e.g., working out, getting enough sleep, finding hobbies). Adhere to the following guidelines:

• Each person should have at least five meaningful sentences.
• Use the following grammar forms at least once: A–아/어지다, A–아/어 보이다, Noun 때문에, and Noun씩.
• 후배 should use the polite informal speech style, and 선배should the familiar speech style.

¹혹시 by any chance, perhaps
²실은 in fact

Record an informational video for incoming freshmen with tips for managing stress in college by introducing common stressors (e.g., exams, homework, loneliness), common symptoms (e.g., gloom, boredom, anger), various ways to relieve stress, and expected outcomes. Adhere to the following guidelines:

• Include at least seven meaningful sentences.
• Use the following grammar forms at least once: A–아/어지다, A–아/어 보이다, and V–아/어 있다.
• Use informal polite speech style.

(맛보기)

안녕하세요, 신입생¹ 여러분! 대학 생활 어떠세요? 즐겁지만 스트레스도 많으시지요?

오늘은 스트레스를 잘 푸는 방법에² 대해 얘기할 거예요.

우리는 보통 왜 스트레스를 받을까요?

. . .

이렇게 하면 여러분도 기분이 좋아질 거예요. 감사합니다!

¹신입생 freshman, incoming student
²방법 method/a way