C. Read the article again and for questions 1-14, choose from the star signs A-F. Some of the star signs may be used more than once.

Who...

• is too well-mannered to complain? 0/ B_

• would appreciate something old ? 1/ __ 2/__

• is job-oriented? 3/ __

• dreams of receiving some property? 4/ __ 5/ __

• likes to have their days planned? 6/ __

• loves gifts with a personal touch? 7/ __

• appreciates practical gifts? 8/ __

• likes items from abroad? 9/ __

• appreciates the best that money can buy? 10/ __

• is likely to remember a gift? 11/ __

• would welcome a trip or an outing? 12/ __ 13/ __

• likes exercising? 14/ __

D. Read the article again and explain the words in bold. Then find the opposites of the highlighted adjectives.

E. List the characteristics of each star sign as well as the most appropriate presents for them. Then, in pairs, talk about each sign.

Picking the perfect present

If you spend hours wondering what to buy your friends and loved ones, why not look to the stars. Knowing someone's star sign can give you a clue about what they would most like to unwrap on their birthdays!

A Cancer (22 June - 22 July)

Cancer's ideal gift would be a house or a boat, but don't worry if you don't have that kind of money to spend! All people ruled byCancer love anything to do with the "good old days", so an antique ornament or piece of jewellery is certain to make them smile. Almost every Cancerian collects something, and if you find out what the Crabin your life collects, you will never run out of gift ideas. Another of their passions is cooking for their friends and family, and they will definitely appreciate anything which will help them in the kitchen, such as cooking utensils or tableware. If you are on a tight budget,remember that Cancer people are sensitive and love to receive presents which have sentimentalvalue. A favourite family photograph in a simple frame will make them just as happy as that expensive yacht!

B Libra (23 September – 23 October)

Librans are diplomatic and will tell you that they love whatever you buy them, because they are just too polite to hurt your feelings! However, if you want to make them genuinelyhappy, bear in mindthat anyone born under the sign of Libra loves beauty. A piece of art, an ornate mirror, or a marble statue will guarantee a warm response. A gift which allows them to enhancetheir personal beauty will also be well-received, such as a trip to a beauty salon, or a shopping spreefor a new outfit. Make sure you go along with them to offer a second opinion - Librans are hopeless at making decisions!

C Capricorn (22 December- 19 January)

Capricorns are not usually very sentimental, but they all like to feel materially and financially secure. They enjoy being given gifts with designer labels, as they appreciate high quality goods. All Capricorns are ambitious, hardworking and dedicatedtotheir careers, so a business-related present is always a good idea. They are also obsessedwith time and will be delighted with a watch or an antique clock. If you are thinking of buying clothes for the Capricorn in your life, make sure they are stylish classics, and not wackyfashion statements, as Capricorn people are somewhat traditional!

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