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Maybe you’re famous. Maybe you occasionally rub shoulders with someone who is famous. Whether you’re the one who holds fame or who is smitten by fame, I think this reflection may benefit you. So, let’s ask, “What does it mean to be famous?”
It means that people know you before they know you. At least, they know something about you that defines you in their eyes. Usually, they like the thing they use to define you; otherwise, you would infamous instead of famous in their eyes.
People ask, “Are you [your name, as if it was a title]?” And then the conversation becomes about whatever you’re famous for… being an athlete, a politician, a preacher, an author, an actor, etc. The interaction then involves a selfie, a question in your area of expertise, an autograph, or a story about how much you mean to them.
One might think that the effect of being famous would be a healthy sense of belonging and satisfaction. After all, the ideal of 80’s sitcom Cheers is true for you… everyone knows your name. But if you follow the life of famous people or had a conversation with someone who is famous, you realize more often being famous creates a sense of loneliness and isolation.
People don’t really know you. They recognize you, know something about you, and admire you. Famous people tend to have a relational network that is a mile wide and an inch deep. When people interact with a famous person it is an “event” not an authentic interaction. It is something the non-famous person posts on Instagram or tells their friends about; not a two-way interaction of mutual care and interest.
There is an increasing phenomenon of being “Christian famous,” that is, the dynamics of fame that occur within the Christian subculture. If you follow the lives of Christian famous people, you realize the experience of being Christian famous often ends poorly (i.e., some form of moral failure or disillusionment).
Simple logic would say that this is because the Christian famous person becomes arrogant and begins to think they are above the rules that apply to normal people. Doubtless this is true in some cases. But it is an over-simplification to think this is the only dynamic involved.
Being famous means you are known for your strength or accomplishment (again, being infamous, would mean being known for your weakness or failure). People who admire this strength know a lot about you. They’ve studied you. They give you compliments. It enriches their day and makes them feel special to talk with you. They ask you questions and give great weight to your answers. If you ask them a question, they get embarrassed or flustered.
Поделитесь своими знаниями, ответьте на вопрос:
2. The discovery of electron was followed by new discoveries. - Past Simple - За открытием электрона последовали новые открытия.
3. They were told many interesting facts about this new project. - Past Simple - Им рассказали много интересных фактов о новом проекте.
4. The monitors of all groups have just been sent for. - Present Perfect - За старостами всех групп только что послали.
5. This old house will have been destroyed by next week. - Future Perfect - Старый дом будет разрушен к следующей неделе.
6. Everybody has been asked many questions.- Present Perfect - Всем задали много вопросов.
7. Our laboratory had been provided with new equipment by 2001.- Past Perfect - Наша лаборатория была обеспечена новым оборудованием к 2001 году.
8. The report was being discussed the whole evening. - Past Continuous - Доклад обсуждали весь вечер.
9. This picture is often looked at.- Present Simple. - На эту картину часто смотрят.
10. The prices have been influenced by inflation recently. - Present Perfect - За последнее время на цены повлияла инфляция.
V
1. Photography was invented photography in the 1840s.
2. The Statue of Liberty was given to the American people by the French government.
3. The doctor has been sent for.
4. The hall are being decorated by the students.
5. Films are shown at the cinema.
6. The construction will have been completed by that time.
7. A lecture will be delivered by her tomorrow.
8. Penicillin was discovered by Fleming in 1928.
9. Pictures of this monument have already been taken by tourists.
10. Paper 2was invented by the Chinese.
VII
1. A beautiful cathedral was built in our town in the 11 century. - Красивый собор был построен в нашем городе в 11 веке.
2. Canals link many rivers in Great Britain. - Каналы соединяют многие реки в Великобритании.
3. The book consists of 4 parts. - Книга состоит из 4 частей.
4. The students have already been given the assignment by the lecturer. - Студентам уже роздано задание преподавателем.
5. They are constructing a new bridge over the river now. - Они сейчас строят новый мост через реку.
6. William the Conqueror defeated King of England and built an abbey near the place of battle. Уильям Завоеватель победил Короля Англии и построил аббатство возле места битвы.
7. The first Olympic games were held in Greece in 777 B.C. - Первые Олимпийские Игры Проводились в Греции В 777 веке до н.э.
8. This laboratory has always been attended by the researchers. - Эта лаборатория всегда посещается исследователями.
9. My favorite music is being played now. Сейчас играют мою любимую музыку.