12 11.6.14 Read the text. Use the words in capitals to form a word that fits the gaps (1-8). How to learn like a child You can't teach an old dog new tricks' is a familiar expression, but new research suggests that it may be inaccurate. It has long been held that by the time the brain reaches 1). it is no longer able MATURE to leam new things. However, research suggests that the 2) factor in how well people handle DETERMINE COMBINE PSYCHOLOGY acquiring 3) 4) new skills is simply finding the time to learn. The of free time and the lack of barriers allows children to throw into leaming tasks ,adults tend to set on themselves 5). without worries. 6). unrealistic goals and impose strict 7). themselves, believing perseverance will pay off. If adults can get past these obstacles and display a 8). no reason why they cannot learn like a child. ENTHUSE FORTUNE ROUTE ... to let go of their inhibitions, there is WILLING 67